Gaming News - March 2007
New York, NY (March 6, 2007) - Atari today announced that development
is complete on Test Drive Unlimited for Windows and PlayStation 2.
From Atari:
Test Drive Unlimited for Windows and PlayStation 2 system will ship to retail
outlets nationwide starting on March 20. In an unprecedented sales move, Atari
will offer consumers Test Drive Unlimited for Windows two weeks early via
digital download on Atari.com beginning March 6.
Following the release of Test Drive Unlimited for Xbox 360 video game and
entertainment system from Microsoft in September 2006, the title has won a host
of awards and attracted a loyal fan-base to become the new benchmark for
next-generation driving titles. “The three versions scheduled for release this
Spring are equally as impressive in terms of presentation, technical achievement
and gameplay,” said Stephen Baer, Senior Product Manager, Atari, Inc., “Each
gives players the chance to race some of the world’s most desirable cars on the
wide open tropical roads of Hawaii.”
“This year Atari is placing a major emphasis on leveraging new online
capabilities to connect directly with the community,” said Chris Bergstresser,
Senior Vice President, Atari Online Entertainment. “Offering Test Drive
Unlimited for the PC to fans for digital download two weeks prior to retail
launch, is part of a new online initiative for Atari to nurture our core
consumers, open a dialogue and encourage our gamers to join our online
community.”
Developed by Eden Studios, the team behind the Xbox 360 version, Test Drive
Unlimited for PC features 90 incredible cars and bikes from some of the world’s
most desirable brands including Ferrari, Maserati, Ducati, and many more.
Requiring no monthly subscription to play, the game takes advantage of
cutting-edge PC hardware, allowing it to be played in extremely high resolution
that take Test Drive Unlimited’s visuals to a new level. Enhancements include
TrackIR support, improved effects, steering wheel support and simplified
matchmaking.
Continuing to drive racing games to new boundaries, the open online multiplayer
gameplay of Test Drive Unlimited for PS2 system and PSP system is an industry
first. With over one thousand miles of diverse open roads, Test Drive Unlimited
also delivers a seamless racing experience and a line up of 65 ultra-realistic
cars from 30+ exclusive manufacturers including Lamborghini, Aston Martin, and
Jaguar. Exclusive to the PlayStation 2 system and PSP system versions are the
“Quick Race” instant-play mode and “Master Points”, which can be earned through
successful drifting and air time.
For more information on Test Drive Unlimited, visit
www.testdriveunlimited.com
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