MotoGP '07 Review at ComputerGames [30-01-2008 | JZ | Comments (0) ]
I’ve never been a fan of motorcycle simulators for the PC. There were few of them, far apart, with releases at approximately 2 years from the one before, they didn’t enjoy a lot of promotional activities, had a relatively low success and their control scheme was anything but friendly. Of course, for consoles the story was relatively different, but since their popularity in my particular corner of the world is lower than one would expect, it didn’t make much of a difference. Nevertheless, I caught “the bug” in real life, as I managed to pass the driving exam for the A category and been trying ver since to tame the power of a Kawasaki for a few thousand kilometers, so the moment couldn’t have been better to fight the cold with a PC simulation of the 2007 MotoGP championship.

MotoGP '07 Preview at Games Radar [06-03-2007 | JZ | Comments (0) ]
As before, the game is split into three main modes: grand prix mode, which is fully licensed and features real bikes and riders racing over 18 real-life tracks. The extreme mode brings in fantasy tracks (inspired by real life locations like the German Autobahn and the Tokyo streets) and high-powered bikes - with more forgiving gameplay than the tricky simulation standard of the grand prix mode. Finally, online play is included, as you'd expect.

Moto GP '07 Announced [28-02-2007 | JZ | Comments (1) ]
THQ Delivering All-Excompassing Next Generation Racing Experience With Moto GP '07

The Fastest Two Wheel Racing Title Sprints Onto XBOX 360 And PC This Fall

AGOURA HILLS, Calif., February 27, 2007 - THQ Inc. today announced that MotoGP �07, the next evolution in the definitive motorcycle racing franchise, is expected to ship for the Xbox 360TM video game console and the PC in fall 2007. The newest installment in the critically acclaimed series features the complete 2007 MotoGP season and an improved �race day� experience that captures the excitement and spectacle of a live MotoGP event. MotoGP �07 will also add all-new bikes, tracks, and enhanced customization options building on the popular �Extreme� mode that allows players to race on city streets around the world.

�THQ�s MotoGP titles have shipped in excess of 1.5 million units and are critically acclaimed for pushing the limits of realism and console technology,� said Bob Aniello, senior vice president of worldwide marketing, THQ. �With MotoGP �07, THQ raises the bar yet again for both core gamers and racing enthusiasts�

About MotoGP �07 MotoGP �07 is the definitive next-generation motorcycle racing title, delivering the most authentic MotoGP racing experience to date. Featuring life-like visuals, complete 2007 rider and team data, new 800cc MotoGP bikes and the newly-announced Misano event, the game�s GP mode will be more robust than ever before. The title will also feature interactive track-side crowds, intense on-line tournament features, on-line �pink-slip� racing, a revamped Extreme mode and significantly more bike and player customization options.

More information about MotoGP �07 can be found at https://www.motogpthegame.com.