Video Gaming News - March 2005
San Francisco, CA (March 29, 2005) - Ubisoft today announced 187 Ride
or Die, an urban-themed combat racing game. 187 Ride or Die will ship for the
current home consoles and PC this summer.
From Ubisoft:
187 Ride or Die features the voices and likenesses of rising young actors
including Larenz Tate (Menace II Society, Ray), Noel Gugliemi (Training Day, The
Fast and the Furious), and Guerilla Black. 187 Ride or Die tells the story of a
reluctant urban hero named Buck (L. Tate), a young man living a thug’s life
seething with money, fast cars and beautiful women – with danger lurking around
every corner. Set in the underworld of Los Angeles, Buck must defend the
territory of his mentor Dupree (G. Black) from a menacing nemesis and his gang
of bandit roughriders, led by Cortez (N. Gugliemi), who are determined to take
control of the streets.
"Ubisoft is bringing something unique to the racing genre, which accounts for
nearly 20% of the console market," said Tony Kee, Ubisoft’s VP of Marketing.
"With an engaging storyline, an addictive blend of street racing and combat, and
an impressive soundtrack and, 187 Ride or Die has the kind of edge that will
appeal to racing and hip-hop enthusiasts alike."
Key Features:
Adrenaline-Pumping Combat-Racing Action: Put your pedal to the metal as you
literally blow your opponent away in non-stop, intense and unique combat-racing
action intensified with replay and slow-motion camera effects, and spectacular
blur and filter effects.
Pimpin’ Rides: Select from a number of unique vehicles ranging from vintage
roadsters to modern muscle cars in your quest to rule the streets.
Strapped to the Nines: Put your hand on the pump and take out the opposition
with numerous weapons, including an array of pistols, shotguns, and much more.
Endless Replay Value: Several different game modes including single player Death
Race, Cop Chase and Assassination. Or battle with your friends on PlayStation 2
online, Xbox Live and PC online.
Loaded Cast and Production: Features the voices and likenesses of rising young
stars such as Larenz Tate (Menace II Society), Noel G (Training Day) and
Guerilla Black. Developed by a talented production team that includes Director
Ali Kojori (who also collaborated on Def Jam Vandetta, NBA Street, Fight Night,
Need for Speed) alongside Creative Director Matty Rich (Straight Out of
Brooklyn, The Inkwell).
Exclusive Music Soundtrack: Banging hip-hop soundtrack produced exclusively for
187 Ride or Die.
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