Test Drive Unlimted 2

[pilonv1]

New York, NY (February 3rd, 2010) – Atari, SA, one of the world’s most recognized videogame publishers, and much-acclaimed developer Eden Games, are proud to announce the newest installment in the legendary racing franchise with Test Drive® Unlimited 2 for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Windows PC.

Test Drive Unlimited 2 expands on the traditional racing experience providing gamers with M.O.O.R.®: Massively Open Online Racing®; immersing drivers in a persistent online environment and revolutionizing multiplayer racing communities as players compete, team up, and share their achievements and creations online. Unlike any other driving game, TDU2 blends the open world experience with realistic vehicles and performance dynamics and for the first time, TDU2 features vehicle damage, weather effects, day and night cycles, and a brand new island to explore.

The first Test Drive® Unlimited innovated the racing genre with an immersive online and offline experience - over 1 million players created online accounts. Test Drive Unlimited 2 blends the single player and multiplayer experiences seamlessly, creating a dynamic world of unique content and challenges. Test Drive Unlimited 2 is “always live,” with automatic updates and seamless online/offline integration. A revamped single player narrative mode can be played offline or as part of the multiplayer experience.

“After the highly successful Test Drive Unlimited which redefined the genre with massively open online racing, Test Drive Unlimited 2 will be an innovative evolution in racing games, expanding its unparalleled multiplayer experience and immersing players in a world full of new online content and lifestyle customization.” said Jeff Lapin, CEO of Atari, SA. “The game fits squarely into our strategy of moving online and generating new revenue streams while maintaining our current retail business.”

Test Drive Unlimited 2 puts the world’s most desirable vehicles in the players hands. These ultra-limited edition masterpieces are flawlessly replicated with Eden’s finely tuned driving technology. Players define their online persona through the customization of their vehicles, and the acquisition of property, clothing and all the accoutrements of a luxurious car-based lifestyle. The challenge comes to life with the most expansive and comprehensive multiplayer offering on the console and the ultimate refinement of the core Test Drive driving experience. All-new race types, vehicle classes, environmental challenges, locations and much more push this epic franchise to new levels of performance and luxury

This will be great. I don't think there's been anything more relaxing than driving around Hawaii in this game, and now there's a day/night cycle it could look incredible. Not sure about Ibiza as the choice though 

[Great Rumbler]

I loved the first game, so I'm definitely excited to see what they can do with a sequel.

[Stoney Mason]

I loved the first game, so I'm definitely excited to see what they can do with a sequel.

same.

[pilonv1]

Hopefully they make more use of the clubs than they did in the first one.

[Bildi]

I would prefer they go with a fantasy island, there were only a handful of really interesting stretches of road in TDU.  Oh well.

Realistically, if they can make the game look better and be a little less "clunky" I'll be happy.

[pilonv1]

I don't know much about Ibiza, but I loved that the Hawaii they had felt completly different in each corner of the map. I hope this is similar.

[Bildi]

I mainly lamented the lack of really great winding stretches of road.  The coast road in parts had some nice stretches, and there were a couple of good winding roads that ran through the mountains in the middle of the island.  Racing around square city blocks and down straight roads isn't really my cup of tea.

I think Ibiza could have nicer scenery, I assume their buildings are bit spanish-like which might give a different flavour.

[pilonv1]

Thats' true, I just hope there's a variety of environments that the Hawaii map in TDU offered

[chronovore]

New York, NY (February 3rd, 2010) – Atari, SA, one of the world’s most recognized videogame publishers(snip)

Am I the only one who finds it funny that the only claim to fame, the would-be lead-in to their boilerplate is a brand they purchased?

[Sho Nuff]

TDU1 is amazing

V much looking forward to this one

[pilonv1]

pilnov1 & Bildi reacharound itt

One of the benefits of being in the BORE CLUB in TDU

[cool breeze]

The first game was really fun.  I hope they improve the driving model because that was the one problem I had with the game.  Sounds weird to say about a racing game but it's more for how much I enjoyed other aspects of it.

[Stoney Mason]

The first game was really fun.  I hope they improve the driving model because that was the one problem I had with the game.  Sounds weird to say about a racing game but it's more for how much I enjoyed other aspects of it.

I think the appealing part of TDU was how innovative it was. It wasn't necessarily the full on execution.