F1 2011 - Developer Diary #3

Codemasters have released the 3rd developer diary video of their upcoming F1 2011 racing game. It features new gameplay footage and reveals the new Co-op Championship mode that allows two players to drive for the same F1 team in pursuit of the coveted FIA Formula One Constructors' World Championship.

Available online, the Co-op Championship mode brings two friends together in the same team as they work together for the Constructors' crown whilst also competing separately for the Drivers' Championship title. This brand new feature for F1 2011 gives players a taste of the intense sporting and political rivalry that exists between drivers in FORMULA ONE teams as they balance personal glory and directing the development of the car in their favour with achieving team goals.

Codemasters will bring the F1 2011 to PC, Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 on September 23rd, 2011.

Driver: San Francisco - Review by GameTrailers.com

GameTrailers.com has released a video review of the Driver: San Francisco developed by Ubisoft.

Gamers will play as Detective John Tanner on a relentless manhunt for crime lord Charles Jericho through the hills of the City by the Bay. Driver San Francisco extends the cinematic, open world car chase experience with a groundbreaking new gameplay feature called "shift." With over 120+ licensed vehicles, its timeless setting, unique car handling and renewed playability, Driver San Francisco will revitalize the over-the-top car chase experience for the current generation of gaming platforms.

Driver San Francisco will be released in the US on September 6, 2011 on the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, Windows PC and Mac.

InsideSimRacing.tv - Fanatec Interview at GamesCom 2011

InsideSimRacing.tv presents our Gamescom 2011 special report. Our International reporter Andreas Nie caught up with the CEO of Fanatec, Thomas Jackermeier as they discuss the launch of the new Forza Motorsport CSR Elite Wheel that Fanatec will launch by the end of this year. Andreas asks all the questions we hoped he would and there's even a mention of "Mr T". Stay tuned till the end for some exclusive footage of the Audi Quattro rim attached to the Clubsport Wheel.

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InsideSimRacing.tv - F1 2011 - Interview with Stephen Hood

InsideSimRacing.tv presents GamesCom 2011 coverage of Codemasters F1 2011. Andreas Nie sits down and talks with Stephen Hood about some of the not yet talked about features of F1 2011. The interview has some great video of gameplay showing certain new features.

F1 2011 will feature all of the official teams, drivers and circuits from 2011 FIA F1 World Championship. F1 2011 debuts DRS (Drag Reduction System) and KERS also returns. Competitive online racing is extended with 16 players going head-to-head with up to 8 AI drivers added to simulate the full grid of 24 drivers. A new Parc Ferme area, an expanded and revamped Paddock, new Pit Lane, celebration and reaction cinematics and an enhanced media interaction system fully immerse players in the glamour, pressure and excitement of being a F1 driver.

Codemasters will bring the F1 2011 to PC, Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 on September 23rd, 2011.

Forza Motorsport 4 - Infineon Raceway Trailer

Turn 10 Studios have released a new trailer of their upcoming Forza Motorsport 4 title showing us the Infineon Raceway. The circuit is located in California, it is also known as Sears Point or Sonoma, it hosts an annual NASCAR Sprint Cup round and has also hosted road racing like the American Le Mans Series.

Forza Motorsport 4 sets a new graphical standard for the racing genre. Featuring dramatic Hollywood-style camera effects and an all new lighting engine, Forza Motorsport 4 creates an unparalleled, dramatically realistic graphical experience running at 60 frames per second. It also pushes the racing genre forward, with dramatically realistic graphics, innovative Kinect experiences, groundbreaking community features and a landslide of new content.

Forza Motorsport 4 will be released for Xbox 360 on October 11 in the US and October 14 in Europe.

Thrustmaster TH8 RS - Gameplay Beta Testing

Thrustmaster has released a new gameplay video of their latest and only one gear stick TH8 RS.

Thrustmaster TH8 RS features a 5.12" tall stick with a removable knob. The TH8 RS includes two interchangeable shift plates, each suited to a specific configuration – H-pattern (7 gears plus 1 reverse gear) and Sequential.

Thrustmaster has designed the TH8 RS with unrivalled precision, by including H.E.A.R.T (Hall Effect AccuRate Technology™) technology featuring magnetic sensors. Avoiding usage of potentiometers or tact switches eliminates wear due to contact, thus delivering an unlimited product lifespan. In addition, the firmware can be upgraded to offer all foreseeable evolutions, assuring users that the TH8 RS is here to make a lasting impression.

The TH8 RS with USB connectivity is compatible with the T500 RS racing wheel on PlayStation®3 and with all currently available racing wheels for PC.

The TH8 RS will be available in October at the suggested retail price of $179.99.

Driver San Francisco - Film Director Trailer

Want to direct your own movie car chase ? Take a closer look at the Film Director featured in the upcoming Driver San Francisco.

Gamers will play as Detective John Tanner on a relentless manhunt for crime lord Charles Jericho through the hills of the City by the Bay. Driver San Francisco extends the cinematic, open world car chase experience with a groundbreaking new gameplay feature called "shift." With over 120+ licensed vehicles, its timeless setting, unique car handling and renewed playability, Driver San Francisco will revitalize the over-the-top car chase experience for the current generation of gaming platforms.

Driver San Francisco will be released in the US on September 6, 2011 on the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, Windows PC and Mac.