Last year, we had reported that Koch Media would be distributing a Ferrari challenge game in some European countries. Now Activision has sent word that they have reached an agreement with System 3 to release the forthcoming Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli throughout North America.
Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli will feature more than fifteen international racing circuits along with multiple gameplay modes like Ferrari Challenge Seasons, Time Trial, Endurance and Quick Race. Up to sixteen players can play online in a variety of challenges including circuits and hill climbs. The game will also have downloadable content.
Dave Oxford from Activision Publishing said, “For the last sixty years Ferrari has been synonymous with precision, performance and graceful design, so expectations for the game will be high from auto enthusiasts and racing game fans alike. Everyone involved in Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli has been committed to ensuring this product over-delivers on the experience of this legendary brand.”
Mark Cale is the chief executive officer at System 3. He commented, “Without a doubt, this is the defining Ferrari experience for video games. It has been a collaboration with professionals on every level and we have justly captured the power, beauty, and excitement that is the Ferrari Challenge Series. This excitement is taken to a whole new level with the partnership of Activision’s power within the North American marketplace.”
Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli is expected to be out in the summer of 2008 for the PS2, PS3, Nintendo DS and Wii platforms. The game will also have downloadable cars, tracks and customization options that will be made available on a monthly basis.