Gaming News - June 2006

Santa Clara, CA (June 20, 2006) - Namco Bandai today announced that Moto GP 4 is now shipping for the PS2.

From Namco Bandai:

The world famous motorcycle racing game returns in MotoGP4 as the most realistic racing title to date for the PlayStation 2. Based on the real life MotoGP, all licensed engine classes, circuits, and riders are recreated to provide fans with a complete MotoGP experience. Featuring online play for the first time in the series, realistic bike physics, weather conditions, and a new upgrade system, MotoGP4 is the ultimate in Grand Prix racing.

MotoGP4 boasts the following impressive features:

• Online Enabled: Test your skills and talk trash with online competitors for the first time ever. Up to 8 players and CPU-controlled bots may compete via the Internet with USB Voice Chat support.

• The Most Complete MotoGP to Date: MotoGP4 features licensed professional riders, tracks, bikes, and all three engine classes including MotoGP, 250cc, and 125cc engine classes. All 16 tracks from around the world are accurately recreated including 3 bonus tracks.

• Ultra-Realistic Racing Experience: MotoGP4 simulates realistic bike physics, rider reactions, plus wet and dry weather conditions, delivering an unprecedented sense of realism.

• Legendary Riders: Famous riders such as Kevin Schwantz, Wayne Rainey, Mick Doohan, and Wayne Gardner who made appearances in MotoGP3 are slated to be included, as well as the late great Daijiro Kato.

• All New Features: Conduct Parts Tests between races to upgrade bikes and improve performance. Experience 7 gameplay modes including the new Training and Melee modes. Plus, capture the most dynamic displays of speed with the player-controlled replay camera.

• Tons of Unlockables: Earn and spend Grand Prix points to unlock hidden courses, bikes, riders, and more!