Forza Motorsport 2
Forza Motorsport 2 | |
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Developer(s) | Turn 10 Studios |
Publisher(s) | Microsoft Game Studios |
Series | Forza |
Platform(s) | Xbox 360 |
Release | |
Genre(s) | Racing |
Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
Forza Motorsport 2 is a 2007
Gameplay
Forza Motorsport 2 is a
Most cars in Forza 2 can be visually customized with both aerodynamic parts as well as graphics. 1,000 layers of graphics can be created with the
Forza Motorsport 2 concentrates on
The damage and physics in the game have been revamped over the previous game, allowing for multiple settings: "simulation," which is the most severe, allowing for damage that can take a car out of commission; "limited," which scales down the severity of impact of crashes; and "cosmetic," where the damage is merely visual.[6] The damage ratings for each part of the vehicle can be seen on the HUD (heads up display) accessed from the in-game menu. New for Forza 2 are scoreboards similar to those found in Halo 2. Each user can log into the official website for Forza 2 using their Xbox Live account. In addition to leaderboards, features included are online auctions for in-game cars. Cars purchased through auctions will come with all statistics related to that car such as mileage, total repair cost incurred, number of previous owners, etc. Other features include tournament scheduling and the ability to take in-game photos and upload to and view five at a time on the Forza 2 website.[7]
Development and marketing
The Microsoft Xbox 360 Wireless Racing Wheel was developed in alongside Forza Motorsport 2 and is designed to work with the game. Professional racers playtested the wheel to aid the development in trying to achieve realistic features and settings.[8] Forza Motorsport 2 features force feedback with the use of the Xbox 360 Wireless Racing Wheel. Forza 2 runs at 60 frames per second in 720p resolution (HD), with replays running at 30 frames per second to accommodate additional after-effects.
The Forza Motorsport 2 audio team set out to create a more realistic soundtrack that improves gameplay, immerses the player, and changes with car customization. They recorded actual cars on dynos with an array of microphones. To implement the audio, they matched the sample loops to engine speeds and used DSP techniques to enhance the sound. Additional recording was done on turbochargers, superchargers, straight-cut gears, tires, and collisions.[9]
On August 1, 2007, the first downloadable content for the game was released, the "Nissan Tournament Pack", free of charge. It featured three Nissan cars. A second downloadable content was also made available containing a paintable Peugeot 908 race car.[10] On September 21, 2007, the "September Car Pack" was released, containing 11 individual cars.[11] On October 26, 2007, the "Motegi Track Pack" was released, featuring a new downloadable track, Twin Ring Motegi. The track is playable in the form of four variations, including three road courses and an oval.[12] On December 7, 2007, two packs of downloadable content were released, the first being the Road America track and the second being the "December Car Pack" featuring 11 cars.[13] On March 19, 2008, the "March Car Pack" was made released, in the form of 13 individual cars.[14] Download content for Forza Motorsport 2 is no longer supported.
Forza Motorsport 2 was released in three editions: the regular edition, the Limited Collector's Edition and the platinum hits edition. The Limited Edition features a 157-page booklet containing insider details on the game as well as tips on how to obtain the game's
Reception
Aggregator | Score |
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Metacritic | 90/100[16] |
Publication | Score |
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Edge | 9/10[17] |
Electronic Gaming Monthly | 8.67/10[18] |
Eurogamer | 9/10[19] |
Famitsu | 36/40[20] |
Game Informer | 8.25/10[21] |
GamePro | [22] |
GameSpot | 9.2/10[23] |
GameSpy | [24] |
GameTrailers | 9.1/10[25] |
GameZone | 9/10[26] |
IGN | (AU) 9.2/10[27] (US) 8.9/10[28] |
Official Xbox Magazine (US) | 8.5/10[29] |
411Mania | 9.6/10[30] |
USA Today | [31] |
Forza Motorsport 2 received a Platinum sales award from the
The game received "universal acclaim" reviews according to the review aggregation website Metacritic.[16] In Japan, Famitsu gave it a score of all four nines for a total of 36 out of 40.[20] In Australia, Hyper's Dirk Watch commended the game for its "excellent handling and fantastic customization". However, he noted that the game was "not particularly user friendly and feels almost identical to Forza".[34]
During the 11th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards, Forza Motorsport 2 received nominations for "Racing Game of the Year" and "Outstanding Achievement in Online Gameplay" by the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences.[35]
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