CODEMASTERS + COLIN MCRAE + OFF=ROAD RACING = DIRT
Codemasters Confirms DIRT as Official Title for Next Game in Popular Colin McRae Racing Series, Plus Additional Gameplay Details
And Information on Launch Timing
Burbank, CA - Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - Codemasters today confirmed DIRT as the official title for the next addition to the UK-based publisher's popular Colin McRae racing series. Further, the company also revealed that DIRT will now add races from the U.S.-based C.O.R.R. (Championship Off-Road Racing) series to its already heady mix of Rally, Hill Climb, Rally Raid, Rally Cross and Crossover events. DIRT is planned to launch this June for the Xbox 360 videogame and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PC, with the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system edition following shortly thereafter. The game is currently rated "RP" (Rating Pending) by the ESRB.
Already set to deliver an exhilarating thrill ride through a massive variety of off-road racing experiences, DIRT's new C.O.R.R. events see up to 10 drivers going head-to-head in fierce off-road circuit races. The combination powerful vehicles, including Super Buggies and Pro 4 Trucks, along with tracks packed full of tabletop jumps, drop-offs and moguls will make for an intoxicating mix of racing action and will test players' driving skills to the limit.
In addition, gamers will be able to relive those intense and often breathtaking moments behind the wheel with stunning replays. DIRT's replay system includes dynamic cameras that follow, capture and focus on the most exciting moments during each race, and for the first time in the series players are given full control over the replays action.
For more information on DIRT, be sure to visit official web site and sign up for total mud splattering, gravel churning, handbrake turning, off-road racing online at www.codemasters.co.uk/dirt.
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Codemasters is a leading developer and publisher of best-selling interactive entertainment products for a global audience on current and future gaming platforms and channels. Established in 1986, the company's dominant brands include Colin McRae Rally, TOCA Race Driver, LMA Manager, Brian Lara Cricket and Operation Flashpoint. The company is headquartered in Southam, Warwickshire UK and maintains operations in the U.S, Germany, France, Spain, and Benelux. More information about the company and its products is available online at: http://www.codemasters.com.
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