Microsoft’s official PlayXBLA blog has gone on to reveal Joy Ride Turbo which is a sequel to 2010’s Kinect Joy Ride. What’s noticeable is that the game has done away with the Kinect functionality of its predecessor, and embraced the mechanics of a controller-based arcade racer. It is gearing up to launch for the Xbox 360 in the coming weeks.
An all new Stunt Park has been incorporated into the title complete with cliff jumps, canon shoot outs and more. Stunts can be performed here in order to earn trophies, car parts and coins which can be exchanged for unlocking 42 vehicles. And each vehicle that makes its way into the game is said to kick in its own distinct characteristics.
“From the creators of Kinect Joy Ride comes the latest edition to the quirky kart genre – Joy Ride Turbo, a controller-based arcade racer delivering precision handling and crazy stunts giving you more thrills, faster speeds, and bigger drifts! The launch is just weeks away so stay tuned for the official date posting soon!” reads a post on the official PlayXBLA blog.
New tracks as well as old favorites will form part of the title. Furthermore, gamers will be able to indulge in three different modes – Battle Race, Pro Race and Time Trial. The title’s local multiplayer features can be experienced by four players via split-screen, while online multiplayer will be playable for eight gamers through Xbox Live. All three modes feature leaderboard support.
Joy Ride Turbo is yet to receive its specific release date and pricing information. It has however, been confirmed that the game will hit XBLA in the coming weeks.