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Forza 2 gone gold with May 29th release date
With the demo having been available on Xbox Live Marketplace for the last 5 hours, we've got even more good news for you. Forza 2 has gone gold and will also be hitting store shelves on May 29th for $59.99. Finally, the flagship title for the Racing Wheel accessory will be available for gamers champing at the bit. But, that leaves the obvious question, which will you be picking up, Forza Motorsport 2, or Shadowrun? After all they've got the same date and price point.
Forza 2 demo releasing in a few hours
The wait has been longer than expected, much longer than expected, but the Forza 2 demo will be available in a few hours. Over on the official Forza 2 forums, community VIP chespace has confirmed that the Forza 2 demo will be available for download off the XBLM today at 2:00AM pacific (5:00AM eastern). And yes your math is correct, that's less than three hours from this posting. So racing fans, it's time to pull an all nighter. Grab your force feedback steering wheel, get real comfortable, and pop open a few cans of your favorite caffeinated soda. It's a countdown to Forza 2 guys ... get excited![Thanks, Stynk Monkey]
Forza 2 demo burns rubber tonight
The big Forza 2 demo news is out. Turn 10 community manager Che Chou has revealed that the Forza 2 demo should hit Xbox Live Marketplace sometime tonight. It sounds like the demo will show up fairly late in the day, as Che notes that "it'll be pretty painful for east coasters." We know that everyone is itching to get their hands on Forza 2, and now we'll have the chance. So, who's staying up late to grab this?[Via 1PStart. Thanks, marklar]
Forza demo news coming today
The clamor for the Forza 2 demo is reaching herculean heights these days. Quite simply, racing fans are frothing for the game, and understandably so. Take heart, Forza fanatics, for new information is upon us. In a recent forum post, Turn 10 community manager, Che Chou, has revealed that "good news" about the demo should be revealed sometime today. He adds, "It's coming sooner than you think." Dare we dream that we'll see the demo this week? Perhaps even ... today?
Forza 2 achievement details race in
While waiting for a certain demo to drop we advise giving the Forza 2 achievements a look over. Over at Achieve360Points they posted a complete list of all 44 in all their glory, including four secretly secret achievements. And we must say, our favorites have to be the "All Cars From" achievements for France, Korea and Spain. Those achievements are only worth one little gamerscore point ... we guess foreign cars aren't cool enough to have a normal amount of gamerscore points. Though, we have mad respect for the "All Cars From Sweden" achievement, they must have lobbied hard for their gamerscore worth.[Thanks, DjDATZ]
It's a custom triple screen Forza 2 setup
Team 10's own audio test lead Joel Robinson is a huge Forza fan (rightfully so, he did help create the game) and in preparation Forza 2's release he created one expensive gaming setup. As you can see above, Joel hooked up three 40" 720p screens creating an immersive racing cockpit view featuring a full 180 degree view. Not only that, but he also installed a racing seat with butt-kickers, a 5.1 surround system, and mounted the 360 force feedback steering wheel and pedals. Yes, his gaming setup is a little messy right now, but he promises to clean it up and add a few final touches. But we highly doubt you'll notice the clutter when you have your eyes glued to the three screens racing it out in Forza 2. Isn't life grand?[Thanks, SRU Phil]
Pimp your vehicle Forza 2 promo style
You too can customize your real life vehicle with Forza 2 promotional items that are making their way to retailers and eBay. The Xbox Collector discovered a few Forza 2 goodies on eBay including a refreshing Forza 2 air-freshener, button, and sporty license plate frame. Can't you just Imagine cruising the neighborhood, sniffing your Forza 2 air-freshener while speeding past all the wannabes who'll be drooling over your pimped out license plate frame? Yeah, Forza 2 promotional items ... you'll get all the girls.
Final Forza 2 car list rev-vealed, headline writer shot
A just punishment for such a terrible mangling of words, not to mention the trickery of "Final Forza 2" leading people to believe that Microsoft was releasing a bizarre automotive RPG, complete with mutant mechanics and bottles of restorative oil. No, the relevant game is Forza 2, simmy sequel to 2005's foray into car customization, reckless racing and all-round Gran Turismo-ing. The official Forza Motorsport 2 website has unveiled the full list of cars to be included in the final game when it screeches into stores this May. Numbering 310 and representing enough reflective metal to burn holes through the back of your head, the list of cars is sure to please fans unsatisfied by the forthcoming demo's comparatively meager offering of 24 vehicles. It's noted that seven of the 310 cars have been deemed "special," with some only being available to pre-order deals and the game's collectors edition. The "controversial unicorn cars" will also be exclusively available for a limited time in the game's online auction house. Racing enthusiasts are encouraged to look, use the Forza page and inspect the list closely as they attempt to answer the question, "Is there vroom for improvement?" Update: Article author shot as well.[Via Xbox 360 Fanboy]
Finalized and complete Forza 2 car list revealed
Cars, cars, cars, and more cars. Forza 2 has a bunch of them (310 to be exact) and now you can drool over the finalized list of every car that will grace Forza's virtual pavement. Over on the official Forza 2 website Team 10 posted a complete list of every vehicle from every car class that'll be in the game come May. Among the list are seven special cars only available in the collector's edition or if preordered and a few limited unicorn cars offered by Team 10 in the auction house. Start drooling gearheads as you look over the complete list and find your favorite ride. Speaking of which. Now that the complete list has been revealed, what vehicle are you looking forward to taking out for a ride?
Forza 2 demo will feature 24 different cars
We knew a Forza 2 demo was coming to the Marketplace in April, but have been left in the dark to what exactly will be included. In Friday's Pit Pass the Turn 10 team revealed that the April demo is being developed alongside the actual game and will include 24 different cars from various car classes. What will be missing is any sort of online multiplayer or customization, features you'll only get with a $60 purchase. The Pit Pass also hints at in-game video footage that will be making its way through the inter-tubes sometime this week from two different media sources. And, for all you crazy car audio fans out there, you'll be pleased to know that Forza 2's dev team has gone above and beyond. Seriously, listen to this stuff from the game. It's like heaven, but in audio form.With Forza 2's release creeping closer and closer be prepared for one crazy media blowout. Grab your steering wheels with an iron grip, because it's going to get exciting.[Thanks, THA1icarus]
Customize that car in Forza 2
Not only will Forza 2 be getting an upgrade in the graphics department, but it will also offer an upgraded customization interface. Xboxygen posted a few new screenshots featuring the car customization garage and you can color us impressed. Not only will you be able to choose from a huge color palette, but you can add decals, twist, turn, modify and paste up to 1000 different customized layers. It's like going Photoshop crazy on your race car! Take a jump and get a sneak peek at the customization process and be sure come back to tell us what do you think. Will you be spending hours upon hours making your Forza 2 racer look just right?
Forza 2 demo a reality, says Microsoft
After popping up in a scanned page of Official Xbox Magazine, the Forza 2 demo has been given the official and unrelentingly green light by the Microsoft pit crew. The Redmond giant tells Eurogamer that further details regarding the demo, including its time of arrival on the Xbox Live Marketplace "will be confirmed in the coming weeks." As if sensing the impatience surrounding Forza 2's May release, Microsoft also doled out another list of cars set to be featured in the final product. Though you might better judge them after the break, we feel confident in confirming them all to be fast, shiny and the sort of expensive that demands the use of words like "ludicrously," "disgustingly," "outrageously" and "quite."
Forza 2 demo confirmed, more cars revealed
Microsoft has confirmed last week's rumor that a Forza 2 demo will arrive soon. Unfortunately, no specific dates have been confirmed, though a date should be announced "in the coming weeks." Also revealed was the next installment of Forza 2's ever expanding car list. The latest editions are "Aftermarket Tuner Car Classics." These cars cover a broad range of makes and models from 1992 all the way to 2006. The makes listed run the gamut from Acura to Honda to Chevrolet. See the full "Aftermarket Tuner Car Classics" list after the break.
Forza 2 demo coming to XBLM in April
Over on the wii60 forums, Doc Steel posted a scan of May's issue of OXM featuring some intriguing Forza Motorsport 2 info. In the scan, you'll notice that on the top right it states there will be a demo coming to the XBLM in April. We're extremely confident in the validity of this news, but are also aware of the nasty Microsoft certification process which could push the demo into late April or early May. But it's good nearly good as gold, we'll probably be seeing a little Forza 2 fun on the XBLM in a few weeks ... vroom![Thanks, James S.]
Forza Showdown post-show videos on XBLM
If you're a fan of SPEED's Forza Motorsport Showdown television series, then you'll be happy to know there are a few video downloads on the XBLM for you to enjoy. The six videos show each team's reactions to what happened on episode one of the show and why they think they'll win the competition. These downloads will also give you a feel for what the show is like if you have yet to tune in, but if you're a huge Forza fan you're probably a loyal viewer already. And before we hear the grumblings start, this content is only available to Xbox Live members in the US and Canada. Go team sprocket!
Sold! Forza 2 auction house trailer
Back in February we learned that Forza 2 will include an auction house feature where you'll be able to auction off your customized vehicle. All the blood, sweat, and hours of gaming you put into your vehicles could potentially pay off when you put your baby up for auction. The video above showcases the new auction house and a small glimpse to how it will work. But be warned, this clip is highly stylized and doesn't look to represent the actual game. From what we can tell, we'll probably be able to take a few snapshots of our vehicle and set the bidding prices before she goes to the auction block, but still are in the dark to exactly how it'll be run. Man are we still bitter about not seeing our 1991 Chevy Cavalier in the game ... what a classic.[Via dpcough]
Forza 2's (almost complete) car list revealed
Over at the official Forza 2 website they've posted a list of all the exotic, European and American vehicles you'll find in Forza Motorsport 2. The full list of announced vehicles are conveniently listed after the jump, but you must know that this isn't the complete list of cars ... oh no. The Forza team will still be announcing the Asian production cars on March 22nd, tuner and aftermarket cars on April 5th, and the race class cars on April 19th. Get excited, because we'll be seeing those hot Lamborghinis, Porsches, and Corvettes gracing the pavement soon.Though, we're still wondering whatever happened to the inclusion of the 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier ... oh well.[Thanks, to everyone who sent this in]
Microsoft's GDC information blowout!
For those of you looking to find information on some of your favorite upcoming Microsoft Game Studios or XBLA games, just take a look at what Xbox.com has to offer. Over on the GDC section of Xbox.com you'll find a bunch of downloads for games like Forza 2, Blue Dragon, Mass Effect and Shadowrun. You can download fact sheets, press releases, and screenshots for those games including XBLA games like Schizoid, Eets Chowdown, and Jetpac Refuelled. So much information, so little time ... but get downloading because everyone knows you care.
In-game Forza 2 footage is pretty
Game Trailers posted an exclusive video of a quick Forza 2 in-game demo. As you can see above, the Ferrari Enzo is quick, shiny, and darn pretty. Hell, that car model is gorgeous! And we understand that games like Forza aren't all about their damage effects like the Burnout series is, but we would like to see a few pieces of car fly off when the Ferrari slams into the barrier. But overall, after looking at this short clip, we think Forza 2 fans will be satisifed with how the game looks and what the development team has accomplished with the sequel. Anyone care to share their opinion on the video?[Thanks, DjDATZ]
Forza Motorsport 2 gets its due date
Live Gamer's dpcough got his hands on an Xbox Japan press release about Forza Motorsport 2 and gleaned some very interesting information from it. According the release, Forza is expected to have a world-wide release on May 24th, 2007. This proves to be very promising, although dpcough admits that he's been wrong before. Still, we have faith in him, as our own babelfishing seemed to definitely agree with his claims, and even begot a couple chuckles out of the malapropisms found therein. So, do you think the "wood" will get Forza 2 complete with full "fourth" feedback support in late May?[Via Live Gamer]
