Zero Tolerance of ZTGD writes: Fans of simulation racing have been sorely ignored by developers this generation. Outside of Forza 2 and Gran Turismo Prologue there hasn't been much to keep gearheads satisfied on either console. For Xbox 360 owners that has finally changed with Swedish developer SimBin's latest Race Pro. PC gamers will instantly recognize the pedigree from the company's previous efforts including the highly-popular GTR series. Bringing this type of hardcore driving sim to consoles is a risky endeavor, but one that will reward players who enjoy the finer aspects of car tuning. Just don't expect the same type of depth and customization found in titles like Forza.
Pros
+ Great car handling
+ Incredible physics system
+ Tons of tweaking options
Cons
- Presentation is subpar
- Lack of track variety
- Certainly not for casual race fans
It’s no secret that the Xbox 360’s lifespan is coming to an end, meaning we’ve got an extensive library of games to sort through and possibly trade-in to GameStop or EBGames. Because of this, used Xbox 360 games are incredibly cheap, and a lot of people might be spending this summer adding those last few games to their collections.
Time to round up the best racing titles in a Top 10 run down.
Console Monster writes: "If you thought the last few Xbox Live Marketplace updates have been lacking in content, today's certainly doesn't, with an array of new content releasing. The highlight of today's new content is the Race Pro downloadable content, which comes in the form of two new packs containing new cars and tracks. There's also some new Guitar Hero: World Tour tracks, Dynasty Warriors 6 Empires content and a range of themes and picture packs. Here is the full Marketplace update for Thursday 30th July 2009:
Game Add-Ons
Race Pro Pack 2
Price: 560 Microsoft Points
Size: 2 GB
8 cars (52 skins) / 2 Tracks / WTCC 08 season Lada 110 WTCC Honda Accord Euro R Volvo C30 BMW E90 Chevrolet Lacetti Seat Leon TDI Seat Leon TFSI Formula Master Estoril (Portugal) Okayama (Japan) There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts..."
The long awaited downloadable content for RACE Pro is finally here and available for download. There are a number of new cars added to the game, as well as the Mid Ohio track (plus variations) and the Spa Francorchamps race way.
Who the hell was waiting? Didn't know people actually still play this game yet alone bought it.
+ Well developed racing and physics model.
+ Most real world tracks are different from other sim-based racing games.
+ Good varied of cars.
- Only 13 tracks.
Those are my opinion of the game.
- Certainly not for casual race fans
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How is that a con?
Maybe because it alienates a specific group of gamers?