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Ridge Racer Type 4 Coming to the Playstation Network
SANTA CLARA, Calif., (Feb. 16, 2011)
– NAMCO BANDAI Games
America Inc. today announced their timeless smash hit,
R4: RIDGE RACER® Type 4™, will
be re-launched March 2011 as a PS®one Classic on the
PlayStation®Network for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment
system, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system and PSP®Go.
The re-launch comes in anticipation of RIDGE
RACER® 3D for the Nintendo 3DS™ system this spring, and the
recently announced RIDGE RACER® UNBOUNDED™ which
will be available in 2012 for the Xbox 360® video game
entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3 system, and
Windows PC.
R4: RIDGE RACER Type 4
was originally released for the PlayStation® computer
entertainment system in 1999 and quickly garnered critical
acclaim as one of the best racing games available. The game also
found a highly devoted fan base with its fast-paced drift racing
gameplay. The unique story-driven
Grand Prix mode, jazz-influenced soundtrack and two-player
split-screen racing were new additions for the series
that set the benchmark for all future RIDGE RACER
titles.
R4: RIDGE RACER Type 4
follows the path of a rookie driver as he joins one of four
racing teams. The game features 48
unique cars with over 300 variations spread across four car
manufacturers, each with their own signature designs and
handling. Players will race through
eight legendary courses, full of twisting hairpin turns and
perilous straight-aways. Machines
can be tuned for drift or grip-style racing based on the
player’s preference. The two styles
of handling allow for players to slide through corners or hug
the road. Dominate the competition
and become the world champion of drift racing.
R4: RIDGE RACER Type 4 will be available as a PS one Classic on the PlayStation Store March 2011. Stay in touch with RIDGE RACER news and updates on the official RIDGE RACER Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/ridgefan or http://www.facebook.com/namcobandai.