Kotaku: forza 2

But Does Forza 3 Look Different From Forza 2?

Brian Ashcraft — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 01:00:00 MDT

Forza Motorsport 2 was released in May 2007. Forza Motorsport 3 will be released later this month. Lots can happen in two years, but is one of those things a radical overhaul in graphics?

Swedish site Gamereactor Sverige reportedly took the pictured screenshots and compared Forza 2 and Forza 3. What's more, these are screenshots — as many have pointed out, the game does look different in motion.

New features for Forza 3 include things like like vehicle rollover, an in-car driving view and one button assisted driving as well as the inclusion of trucks and SUVs.

Forza 3 will race onto the Xbox 360 on October 27 in North America and days before that for Europe.

Grafikduell: Forza 2 vs Forza 3 [Gamereactor Sverige via [はちま起稿]

Forza Developer Pushing Xbox 360

Brian Ashcraft — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 02:00:00 MDT

The old adage is that as a developer gets more familiar with a platform the better able it is to wring every last drop out of it. Forza developer Turn 10 is apparently doing that on what's believed to be Forza Motorsport 3. According to Turn 10 community manager Che Chou:

here's stuff being worked on here at Turn 10 that I simply can't talk about right now, but the progress we've made in the last six months has been absolutely incredible. The fact that we're working on our second game for Xbox 360 means our software architects have figured out ways to push the 360 in ways I didn't think were possible in terms of both visuals and performance. You'll pardon me if I sound a little excited, because, frankly, I'm frickin' psyched.

Just imagine how excited Chou will be on the next next Forza game. His head will pop!

Volume 98 — July 3, 2008 [Forza Motorsport 2 via VideoGamer]

Forza 2 DLC Brings a Baker's Dozen New Cars This Week

Brian Crecente — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 14:00:14 MDT

The new March car pack for Forza 2 hits later this week. On March 19 Forza-heads can pay 400 points to get 13 new vehicles including the new Audi S5 and the 2008 BMW M3. Also included is the Lamborghini LP640 and the Ferrari 430 Scuderia.

To help promote the game the developers will be holding a little in-game competition this weekend and on Friday, Saturday and Sunday Xbox Live will be randomly giving away prizes, including a racing wheel and autographed copy of the game, to people who play the game.

Hit the jump to check out a gallery of the new cars and the full list.

March Car Pack
2008 Audi S5
2007 Audi TT Coupe S-Line
1971 BMW 3.0 CSL E09
2008 BMW E92 M3
1989 Ferrari F40 Competizione
1996 Ferrari F50 GT
2007 Ferrari 430 Scuderia
2007 Lamborghini Murcielago LP640
2007 Maserati GranTurismo
2006 Maserati MC12 Corsa
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X GSR
2008 Porsche 911 GT2 (997)
2007 Peugeot #1 Peugeot 207 Super 2000 (Xbox liveried 2007 IRC championship winner)

VRX MACH 4 Brings 4 Screens 2 Forza 2 4 U

Mark Wilson — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 12:20:28 MST

The VRX MACH 4 is the only way we'll ever play Forza 2 again, since just looking at the setup has made us snobs. Four Xbox 360s run four copies of Forza 2 driving, you guessed it, four LCD displays (three front, one rearview). Bose and Harmon Kardon team up on the surround sound, and if all that audio doesn't shake you enough, there's a 1500 Watt Tactile Vibration Feedback System with 1900 Watt amp.

Chrome trim, LED lighting, cup holder...I need to stop writing about this thing...I'm in public. The full specs are after the jump—and who knows, maybe McWhertor will be lucky enough to spot these guys at CES for a bit of vicarious...drooling. We don't know the price, but then again, we kind of don't want to.

Specifications:
· 4 Microsoft Xbox 360's
· 4 Copy's Forza Motorsport 2
· Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter
· Microsoft Force Feedback Steering wheel
· 3 Sharp Aquos 37" LC-D62U 1080p HD LCD displays
· Adjustable rear view Power Acoustik (PTM 750) 7" LCD display
· Bose Acoustimass 10 series surround sound system with subwoofer
· Harmon Kardon AVR-144 Surround Sound receiver
· 1500 Watt Tactile Vibration Feedback System
· 1900 Watt Tactile Power Amplifier
· Virtual Wind System powered by 2 dual Honeywell fans with chrome shroud
· 1" CNC machined polished aluminum foot assembly that connects to the front of the VRX
· Universal triple screen aluminum mounting bracket that accepts LCD displays from 20" to 40"
· Adjustable aluminum and tinted acrylic component shelves
· On board power bar and unique wire way system conceals cables
· Polished chrome chassis with powder coated wheel mount and pedal mount
· CNC billet aluminum Speaker Mounts and Seat Wing
· Front and rear non-slip aluminum vibration dampeners
· 3M automotive chrome trim concealed edges
· Italian Sparco Monza racing seat (choice of Red/Black or Black/Silver)
· Sparco automotive seat slider
· Suspension seat base
· 3/D epoxy coated graphics
· Velcro and machined rubber grip blocks "prevents wheel and pedal movement"
· 10" diagonal and 8" horizontal wheel adjustments
· Polished Aluminum Speaker Mounts
· LED Lighting effects
· Beverage Containment System

The VRX MACH 4 [via maxconsole]

Xbox 360 Bundle Sells Out Right Here, Folks

Brian Ashcraft — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 21:00:17 MST

Keep in mind that this is one store in one enormous Japanese city. Onward! French DSliteblog takes a break from its regular DS postings to bring word that retailer Yamada Denki in south Osaka has sold out of the limited edition ¥34,800 (US $302) bundle. The tag on the glass case says "kanbai shimashita," and that means SOLD OUT as of yesterday. (The bundle went on sale November 1.) Besides the console, the pack also includes copies of Forza Motorsport 2 and Viva Piñata. A slight, slight, slight glimmer of hope for Micrsoft's chances in The Land of the Rising Sun. Gotta favor: Can somebody check and see if hell has frozen over? Thanks.
Une Photo Incroyable [DSliteblog]

7-Eleven's Offers Good Bargain Xbox 360 Bundle

Brian Ashcraft — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 04:30:15 MDT

First: Yes, 7-Eleven in Japan sells video game consoles. Onward! This December, Lost Odyssey is getting its December 6th Japanese release, and the convenience store is offering this Lost Odyssey. Reservations will be accepted until December 4th for the &39,880 (US $346) bundle that includes an Xbox 360, 20GB HDD, wireless controller, Forza 2, Viva Piñata and Lost Odyssey. Hey Japan, this is a good deal — even if Viva Piñata is like $10 bucks in the Akihabara bargain bins!
Bundle [7-Elevan via Famitsu]

Japan Gets Two Price Cuts, New Value Bundle

Brian Ashcraft — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 02:00:29 MDT

Microsoft Japan just shot us an press release announcing that the Xbox 360 would be getting a price cut. Starting November 1st, the 20GB bundle, which originally listed at ¥39,795 (US $346), will retail for ¥34,800 ($302). Likewise, the ¥29,800 ($259) Core System will sell for ¥27,800 ($241). A new, limited-edition 20GB "Value Pack" with Forza Motorsport 2 and Viva Piñata will also go on sale. It will retail for ¥34,800 and not include an HDMI cable. Not a bad deal if you don't own an Xbox 360. Hey Japan, you listening?

New 360 Double Game Bundles Discovered

fdemarco — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 09:00:00 MDT

Yesterday I got an email from a fellow who said he had found an image of a holiday bundle for the 360 and as there wasn't much more information available, I put on my Sherlock Holmes hat and got to work. After some rummaging about, I was able to turn up not only the Elite Bundle, but one for the Pro system as well marked as eventually being available in the US. The bundle will include the system and it's accessories plus two games, Forza 2 and Marvel Ultimate Alliance. These images were discovered on a website Microsoft uses to market their products and while there was no pricing information available, the Elite image was clearly marked as "Xbox 360 Elite Holiday Value Bundle." Judging by the name, one can assume that this will be the Xbox's bundles available for the upcoming Thanksgiving/Christmas shopping season. Unless of course they are saving it for Flag Day, which means we won't see it till spring of next year.

Chacun son pack [Gamick]

Forza 2's Disney Mobiles

Brian Ashcraft — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 06:00:10 MDT

Customized Forza 2 paint jobs are ground we've covered before, but ground worth covering again. Reader Jeffrey Thomas sent us a link to his delightfully nerdy page "If Tinkerball Could Drive," which features customized Disney cars. As Kotakuite Jmel explains: "The forza2 paint system is all done using vector shapes. It is a layer system with over 4000 layers possible, allowing you to fit together shapes of the same color to make new shapes." That means creating this kind of paint jobs is HARD. So far, Jeffrey's done very impressive cars featuring Tinkerbell, Scar, Stitch and Jafar. He's not finished and making more. Oh, goodie! Brian Ashcraft

Disney Forza 2 Cars [Disney High Performance]

Brazil's Forza 2 Shindig

Brian Ashcraft — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 04:00:51 MDT

Marcelo Vega from Brazilian site Xbox Today attended the Forza 2 pre-launch party and has the pics to prove it! He writes:

Just a quick recap: the press was invited to the pre lauch party of Forza Motorsport 2 at Granja Viana´s International Circuit (for Karts). After the press event, we were given the chance to participate on 2 tournaments: one on a real track and another on the 360 (Forza 2, of course). Both winners received a Forza 2 themed Trophy (and I almost won the Forza 2 tournament, with a memorable second place, losing only the last race).

As you can see in the pictures, there was a Stock Car there as well, as Microsoft sponsors Team Officer, where Duda Pamplona (a Brazilian Stock Car Champion) is the racer. It sure looks cools with the 360 logo on the front. Duda drove the Kart that can be seen in another picture, that also has the 360 logo on it (and it looks great).

Elsewhere the Forza 2 pre-launch parties got as interesting as playing the game on three Samsung monitors, proving once again that, yes, Brazilians know how to party. Brian Ashcraft

The Amazing Japanese Forza 2 Paint Jobs

Brian Ashcraft — Tue, 29 May 2007 07:00:49 MDT

Xbox 360's Forza 2 just got released in Japan on May 24th, and the internet is already filled with truly spectacular geek paint jobs. Most cars are fully customizable, and Japanese players have been fully exploring this option. The paint jobs don't just contain obvious nerd standards like Gundam, Dragon Ball Z and THE iDOLM@STER, but also Choco Ball candy, KFC and Xbox 360! Brian Ashcraft

Forza 2's Complete Car List

Mike Fahey — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 11:20:20 MDT

The Forza 2 website has been updated with the final batch of top-end racing machines, completing list of rides available for the wildly ambitious racing sim. The grand total is 310 cars, from Acuras to Volvos and just about everything in-between, including 7 that are either pre-order bonuses, collectors edition extras, or the special Unicorn cards that will only be available in the in-game auction house using in-game credits, with no buyout. Fun!

I was hoping my car would make the list but apparently the elitist bastards are to high and mighty to include a 96 Nissan Sentra with its front end crushed by a landscape truck. Figures! Michael Fahey

Forza Motorsport 2's Official Car List [Forza Motor Sports]

More on Forza 2 - Car Details

Kim Phu — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 09:40:00 MDT

Adding to Luke's demo info that he posted just a step a couple of steps back, Microsoft has also released the latest list of ricerockets that will be available for Forza 2:

1998 - Toyota - AB Flug S900 Supra Turbo
2000 - Honda - Aerogear Integra Type-R
2003 - Toyota - APR Performance Celica GTS
2000 - Audi - AWE Tuning SilverBullet S4
1995 - Toyota - Border MR2 Turbo T-bar
2003 - Chevrolet - Corvette Guldstrand Edition
1994 - Honda - Do-Luck NSX
1992 - Toyota - Do-Luck Supra
2003 - Nissan - Fairlady Z Custom Edition
2003 - Ford - FocusSport SVT Focus
2003 - Lexus - Foose Design IS430 Project Car
2000 - Dodge - Hennessey Viper 800TT
2006 - Mitsubishi - HKS Time Attack Evolution
1995 - Mazda - INGS RX-7
2002 - Chevrolet - Lingenfelter 427 Corvette
1999 - Mitsubishi - MINE'S CP9A Lancer Evolution VI
1993 - Nissan - MINE'S R32 Skyline GT-R
2002 - Nissan - MINE'S R34 Skyline GT-R
2004 - Honda - Mugen Civic Type-R
2002 - Honda - Mugen Integra Type-R
2003 - Honda - Mugen S2000
1995 - Mazda - RE-Amemiya RX-7
2003 - Mitsubishi - Sparco Lancer Evolution VIII
1998 - Subaru - Tommy Kaira Impreza M20b
2002 - Nissan - Tommy Kaira Skyline GT-R R34
1995 - Toyota - Tom's T020 MR2
2002 - Toyota - Tom's W123 MR-S
2002 - Toyota - Tom's Z382 Soarer
1998 - Toyota - Top Secret 0-300 Supra
2000 - Nissan - Top Secret D1-Spec S15
1998 - Toyota - VeilSide Supra Fortune 03
1998 - Toyota - VeilSide Supra Fortune 99
2000 - Acura - VIS Racing Integra Type-R
1995 - Toyota - VIS Racing MR2 Turbo T-bar
2004 - Honda - Wings West Civic Si

Any car I've highlighted in italics are noted to be the "most likely to be stolen" autos according to most insurance companies, which therefore more make them hotter. Kim Phu

35 new Forza 2 cars detailed [CVG]

TGS06: Bust a Move in Forza 2

Michael McWhertor — Sat, 23 Sep 2006 07:45:36 MDT

Forza 2 was on display for the first time at TGS, and what they had to show was looking very worthy of following up its hugely successful predecessor. Planning for the sequel started even before the launch of the original, and the game is now looking to make it out in the first quarter of 2007, after a delay that was deemed necessary in order to release a game that they'd be happy with.

As with the first one, the goal is to offer the most complete racing experience possible, offering up some 300 cars, and introducing for this version the Lamborghini and some BMW production cars. They were really pushing the fact that each car will offer high levels of customization, especially when it comes to the outside of the vehicles, which you should be able to mod to your hearts content with multiple levels of skins.

Detail levels are also upped, so no more textures for parts like headlights, which really becomes noticeable when you see the amount of damage that can be done to the cars. Not only is damage apparent — and crunchy — parts that come off the cars will stay on the track until the end of the race, and will act as obstacles for other cars on the track.

The game won't have a cockpit view — it was deemed too difficult to include all those car interiors — so don't expect any PGR3 in-cockpit views. The game will support the Xbox 360 steering wheel, with force feedback and rumble support giving off different feels depending on the road surface, or even the set of tires equipped on the car.

As far as XBL support, multi-player races will include up to 12 cars, with a photo mode that will let you share pics (in jpeg format) of favorite racing moments. An additional community-based online mode will be announced in about a month. Do expect to be able to download new cars, tracks, but no word (or decisions) yet on pricing. Jean Snow