We had reported earlier this month that the highly-awaited game Forza Motorsport 3 would debut on the Xbox 360 this very month. The racing title by Turn 10 Studios and Microsoft has now finally hit shelves in the US. Forza Motorsport 3 is the next installment in the Forza Motorsport franchise which is exclusive for the Xbox 360.
“The reviews are in. The wait is over. The definitive racing game is here. The passion and automotive expertise of our team at Turn 10 is evident in every track, headlight and lug nut in ”˜Forza Motorsport 3.’ This is the game for anyone who loves cars, regardless of age or skill level,” commented Phil Spencer, corporate vice president of Microsoft Game Studios.
The acclaimed title boasts of a great roster with over 400 cars and 100 tracks. Gamers can also avail of Game Add-on content. They will be able to espy the Motorsport Legends Pack through an Xbox Live token attained with all new copies of the game. The pack comprises of the ’57 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa, the ’60 Dodge Charger, two extra tracks and eight classic racers and roadsters.
“It’s a very real experience. I got back in my old R10 Audi, and both the graphics on the track and the feel of the car were absolutely incredible ”” every bump, every braking point is in the exact same place,” stated pro Formula One and American Le Mans Series driver Stefan Johansson after playing the title.
Each vehicle in the Forza Motorsport title sports high-definition graphics, rollover physics, full-body and mechanical damage. The cars have specifically detailed cockpits for that reality feel while driving through some famous and exhilarating tracks. The title also appeals to tuners and painters as it incorporates a deep Livery editor.
“”˜Forza Motorsport 3’ is connecting car lovers and gamers all over the world. What better way to continue to stoke those passions than by giving this creative community the opportunity to design something virtually that will live, race and compete in the real world?” asks Import Tuner editor in chief Carter Jung.
The Import Tuner magazine offers loads of tuning options and painting tools which are set to unleash the creative spark in gamers. Their creations can be shared in the Forza Motorsport community which may just get chosen to appear in a real-life 2009 Nissan 370Z.
The Forza Motorsport 3 game bears an E rating and can be purchased for $59.99 (approx. Rs.2,826). Players can also get their hands on a Limited Collector’s Edition at GameStop in the U.S. This offering is priced at $79.99 (approx. Rs.3,768).