How to Download and Install Content Manager for Assetto Corsa

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If you’re serious about sim racing in Assetto Corsa, installing Content Manager is one of the best upgrades you can make. It dramatically enhances the game’s usability, mod support, graphics, and performance.

This step-by-step guide will walk you through how to download, install, and configure Content Manager so you can start using mods, Sol, Custom Shaders Patch (CSP), and more.

What is Content Manager?

Content Manager is a powerful alternative launcher for Assetto Corsa. It replaces the default launcher with a faster, more customizable interface, and adds features like:

  • Mod and livery management
  • Car, track, and weather previews
  • CSP and Sol integration
  • Real-time race setup and server browser
  • Custom controller configs, graphics tuning, and more

Best of all, the basic version is free, with a full version available by donation.

Step 1: Download Content Manager

  1. Go to the official download link hosted by the developer:
    👉 https://acstuff.ru/app/
  2. Scroll down and click “Download” under the “Lite version” or full version.
  3. Save the .zip file to your PC.

Important: Only download Content Manager from acstuff.ru — avoid unofficial mirrors or third-party sites to prevent malware.

Step 2: Extract and Launch

  1. Extract the downloaded .zip file to a folder of your choice
  2. Open the folder and run ContentManager.exe
  3. The launcher will prompt you to find your Assetto Corsa install directory
    • If purchased via Steam, it’s usually here: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\assettocorsa
  4. The app will scan your cars, tracks, and mods automatically

You can now launch AC directly from Content Manager.

Step 3: Configure Your First Settings

Key Areas to Explore:

  • Settings > Content: Manage cars, tracks, liveries, and mods
  • Settings > Drive: Customize UI layout, quick race setup
  • Settings > Controls: Map your wheel and pedal inputs
  • Settings > Custom Shaders Patch: Access CSP features and updates (see next step)

Content Manager gives you real-time tuning without restarting the sim every time you make a change.

Step 4: Install Custom Shaders Patch and Sol (Optional, but Recommended)

To install CSP:

  1. Go to Settings > Custom Shaders Patch
  2. Click “Install” next to the latest recommended version
  3. Restart Content Manager

To install Sol (for dynamic weather, sky, lighting):

  1. Download the latest version from RaceDepartment
  2. Extract the Sol folder to your assettocorsa\extension\weather directory
  3. In CM: go to WeatherFX > Controllers, select Sol
  4. Enable Sol config in CSP settings

This unlocks day/night cycles, dynamic clouds, rain effects (with Pure or RainFX), and beautiful lighting.

Step 5: Install a Mod to Test It Out

Example: Adding a New Track

  1. Download a track mod from RaceDepartment
  2. Extract the folder
  3. Copy it into: assettocorsa\content\tracks

To use it:

  • Open Content Manager
  • Go to Drive > Track
  • Find your new track in the list
  • Launch a quick race to test

Content Manager will also flag missing files or errors—super helpful for troubleshooting.

Bonus: Backup and Sync Profiles

Content Manager supports:

  • Multiple driver profiles
  • Graphics presets for VR, triple monitors, or casual play
  • Export/import of full settings and controller configs

You can also integrate with SimHub and motion rigs via CSP’s extra features.

Final Thoughts: Unlock the Full Potential of Assetto Corsa

Installing Content Manager transforms Assetto Corsa into a modern, moddable, deeply customizable racing sim. Whether you’re looking to run a drift server, hotlap in GT3s, or explore traffic-packed Japanese roads at night, CM is your gateway.

And best of all—it’s lightweight, fast, and designed by racers for racers.

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