Assetto Corsa is obsolete (v1.16.3 is required)

To fix the "" error while enabling "Extra Quality" settings, you should modify your game's version text file or update the Custom Shaders Patch (CSP) . This error often occurs when the Content Manager (CM) or CSP fails to recognize the current version of the game after a minor official update. How to Fix the "Obsolete" Error

Note:

If you are using a "cracked" or non-Steam version of the game, CSP and Content Manager often fail to validate the version correctly. Switching to the official Steam version fixes this instantly.

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If the base game files are genuinely missing something required for "Extra Quality" features: Open and go to your Library . Right-click Assetto Corsa > Properties > Installed Files .

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Extra FX

The "Extra Quality" settings (part of the module in CSP) often cause performance drops or visual bugs if not configured correctly.

Disable Incompatible Settings: Go to Settings > Custom Shaders Patch > Extra Brightness. If you are using "Pure" or "Sol," ensure "Modify brightness" is handled by the weather script, not CSP, to avoid conflicts.

"Assetto Corsa is Obsolete – v1163 is Required."