Sadle up on 22nd April, with three-times TT winner Adrian Archibald rating it "100% accurate".
March 17, 2005
[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of Game Developer and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource Games Press]
Bigben | The Isle of Man TT provides the perfect backdrop for a video game. Featuring a fantastically rich and detailed environment, the island offers the ultimate challenge for riders. TT Superbikes is the definitive motorcycle racing game in terms of playability, graphics, enjoyment and realism. The engrossing gameplay is brimming with rewards and "unlocks" to keep the replay value high.
TT Superbikes has been developed in conjunction with experienced bikers who know every inch of the Isle of Man circuit and data painstakingly captured by the development team. The result is the most accurate representation of the race you'll ever experience without actually taking part! Adrian Archibald, three times winner of the TT, commented, "I was surprised by how realistic it was. There's a part near Ramsey on the real TT course where the kerb sticks out a couple of feet, which I didn't expect to be in the game. But it is. Every corner is 100% accurate and the timescale is right because I was doing 20-minute laps. I could sit and play it for hours."
The Isle of Man TT is the most famous motorcycle race in the world. The event takes place every June and the island is invaded by an army of biking enthusiasts all there to witness their heroes push man and machine to the limits. The 37.74 mile course tests riders with some of the most extreme challenges on the road racing circuit.
Three levels of difficulty will allow players of all abilities to enjoy TT Superbikes. Newcomers to the sport will benefit from driving aids such as assisted braking while experts will be able to get the most from their bikes by using advanced features such as shifting the rider's body weight. Players will eventually be able to test themselves on the full 37.74 mile circuit but must first conquer the 25 different stages that make up the full race.
In addition to traditional racing, the game will also feature Mad Sunday mode. Mad Sunday is an exciting event with riders coming from all corners of the world to have the chance of riding at high speeds over the Mountain circuit during TT race week. The player will not only have other bikers to worry about but will have to avoid high-speed traffic, thus creating even more excitement than the norm.
TT Superbikes features over 40 individual bikes from the world's major bike manufacturers. Bikes and riders can be further customised with different wheels, exhausts, leathers, helmets etc. leading to over 6000 different possible combinations. In addition the game offers the opportunity for players to test their skill with racing sidecars!
TT Superbikes for the PlayStation2 will be launched on April 22nd and sport a MRRP of £34.99.
About Jester Interactive Publishing Ltd.
Jester Interactive is a registered developer and publisher of computer video games software based in North Wales UK. Titles developed and published include the award winning Music, Music 2000, MTV Music Generator and Music 3000 franchise for PC, PlayStation and PlayStation 2. Jester recently entered the driving game market with SuperTrucks, the first game of its type for any games console and features technology developed completely in house. SuperTrucks has been successfully released in Europe, Japan and the U.S.A. achieving sales in excess of 1million units and was one of the biggest selling titles in the U.S. market in 2004. TT Superbikes is the first game to feature the full Isle of Man TT course and is another unique release by Jester for the PlayStation 2 console.
Contact:
Clark Evans ([email protected])
Jester Interactive Publishing Ltd.
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Welsh Road
Deeside
Flintshire
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01244 281122
About Bigben Interactive
Bigben Interactive UK Ltd is part of the Bigben Interactive Group (Paris:7407.PA), the largest pan-European distributor and supplier of gaming software and peripherals. Formed in June 2000, the company was created with the mandate of providing both consumers and retailers with a total solution for delivering high quality, value-for-money gaming accessories to market. The Bigben portfolio has grown quickly with new ranges being added each season. More information about Bigben Interactive UK Ltd and its products can be found at http://www.bigbeninteractive.co.uk.
Contact:
Nick Clarkson ([email protected])
Bigben Interactive UK Ltd.
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0161 475 0010
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