The Need for Speed series is manifesting yet another chapter full of fast and blazing racing action in the gaming terrain. Following the unveiling of the dynamic team behind its music, Electronic Arts has now released Shift 2 Unleashed for the Xbox 360, PS3 and PC in North America.
This installment in the Need for Speed franchise has been touted to unfold an immersive driving experience. Its embedded all-new rendering engine and graphics overhaul has been assimilated with innovative features such as helmet camera, authentic degradation of tracks and cars as well as night racing.
“Our goal with Shift 2 Unleashed is to put the series at the head of the racing simulation genre by injecting some much needed energy into it,” remarked Marcus Nilsson, Executive Producer on Shift 2 Unleashed. “Working with the aid of Team Need for Speed drivers, we incorporated real-world race driving insights to make key improvements and enhancements to the game, while also innovating at the very core of the racing experience. Our introduction of game changing features like helmet cam further blurs the lines between real racing and the in-game experience.”
While drivers rush out for surpassing landmarks and accomplishing new heights, they can flaunt varied trendy cars including the new Pagani Huayra supercar. In addition, the Autolog technology which was first introduced in Hot Pursuit too makes its way into the game. This allows gamers to stay connected with their friends and foes while comparing match statistics and plunging into deeper levels of customization.
Gamers across North America can now lay their hands on Shift 2 Unleashed while those in Europe will need to wait until April 1, 2011 as the title rushes into the region on the same date for the Xbox 360, PS3 and PC.