Forza Puts Car Culture on Show
Microsoft shows off some of the culture that's to be found in its new driving sim.
With Gran Turismo being exclusive to Sony, Microsoft did the next best thing and went off to create its own driving simulation game - Forza: Motorsport. After a long gestation period, Forza is headed to stores and Microsoft is using the passion of car lovers as part of its campaign to sell the game to you.
Xcelerators is a series of five short films, now running at the official Forza site, that offers a glimpse into the world of car freaks. There you'll see people talking from the heart about the cultures behind their favourite rides.
The movies are mostly about the people and what drives them, but there's enough food for thought to see you through until the game's release later this month. And while you're at the site, you can check out the latest trailers and information on the cars and tracks that make up the game.
Forza: Motorsport will be out on Xbox in the US on May 3rd and in Europe on May 13th.
Alex Wollenschlaeger
Editor, Kikizo Games
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