Colin McRae: DiRT 2
First Wii gameplay trailer available to view.
Tuesday 23rd June/... Following a great showing for Colin McRae: DiRT 2 at E3 2009, Codemasters® today released the first Wii gameplay trailer for the thrilling off-road sequel. Showcasing the diverse off-roading single and four-player split screen thrills coming to gamers this September, the video is now available from www.dirt2game.com.
Bringing the ground-breaking series to Wii for the first time, Colin McRae: DiRT 2 takes gamers on an off-road tour of the globe, through nine exotic and vibrant locations. Whether it’s powersliding on the edge of control through the ice of the Finland or soaking up the atmosphere of a huge US arena, Colin McRae: DiRT 2 on Wii offers accessible gameplay for all types of racers, including full career and arcade modes and an array of bite-sized challenges.
With 40 races, three racing disciplines and a full roster of fully-licensed vehicles to choose from, plus intense head-to-head split-screen racing for up to four players, Colin McRae: DiRT 2 brings the hallmark thrills of the legendary series to a new audience.
Colin McRae: DiRT 2 roars into stores this September for Wii, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft®, PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, Games For Windows® LIVE, Nintendo DS™ and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system. See the Wii gameplay video now at www.dirt2game.com
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Titling information:
To be titled “Colin McRae: DiRT 2” in all territories outside of the U.S. where the game will be published as ‘DiRT 2’.
MEDIA INFORMATION:
Adrian Lawton Communications Manager
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Codemasters (UK 01926 814 132)
Richard Eddy, Director, Communication
Rich.eddy@codemasters.com
Codemasters (UK 01926 814 132)
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