8th October 2009 - Racing fans and car lovers the world over are counting down the days until the much anticipated release of “Forza Motorsport 3” on October 23rd exclusively for Xbox 360. With the finish line in sight, Turn 10 and Microsoft are looking toward the winner’s circle as they officially release the game’s full list of cars and tracks on Forzamotorsport.net. On launch day, that list will grow even larger with the release of a complimentary Game Add-on car and track pack, available exclusively by way of a one-time-use token card included in every new copy of “Forza Motorsport 3.”
To celebrate these announcements, the team has also released the game’s official online trailer, featuring never-beforeseen gameplay footage. Putting the speculation amongst the buzzing Forza community to rest, Turn 10 has lifted the curtain on the more than 400 cars and 100 tracks to be featured in “Forza Motorsport 3.” The garage roster includes 30 Ferraris, 28 iconic Porsches, 8 Australian Holden and Ford V8 Supercars, as well as cars not previously available in any racing game, such as the new Aston Martin DBS, Dodge Viper SRT-10 ACR, and the 2009 Acura ARX ALMS race car. “Forza Motorsport 3” players will be amongst the first to fully paint, customise, and tune these incredible cars and more. Additionally, the Motorsports Legends Car Pack gives players another great reason to be excited about picking up “Forza Motorsport 3” on launch day, delivering 10 classic race cars and roadsters, on top of two extra tracks: the brand new Benchmark High Speed Ring and the returning circuit Sidewinder Proving Grounds. On October 23rd, this pack will be exclusively available via a one-time-use token card included in every new copy of “Forza Motorsport 3.” The Benchmark High Speed Ring is best described as an old airfield and hangar converted into a race track and automotive playground, perfect for all manner of creative “Forza Motorsport” hoonage and multiplayer mayhem. The track is characterized by 6.3 kilometres of rough surfaces and huge open areas, featuring a massive oval, an 8-lane drag strip, and an airplane hangar that players can drive (or drift) through. The free Motorsports Legends Car Pack includes these 10 cars hand picked by Turn 10:
1. ’65 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA
2. ’64 Aston Martin DB5 Vantage
3. ’81 BMW M1
4. ’60 Chevrolet Corvette
5. ’69 Dodge Charger
6. ’57 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa
7. ’80 Fiat 131 Abarth
8. ’67 Lamborghini Miura P400
9. ’71 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R
10. ’65 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe
Australian motoring fans will be able to purchase the Xbox 360 Wireless Wheel along with the stunning new blockbuster title “Forza Motorsport 3” for the ultimate living room racing experience with Xbox 360. The Wireless Racing Wheel is inspired by professional racecar cockpits for high performance and true-to-life handling that simulates all kinds of road surfaces. With powerful Force Feedback and dual Rumble motors right in your hands, you’ll feel every drift, turn, skid and shudder as you roar toward the checkered flag. “Forza Motorsport 3” is rated G and available on October 23rd for a recommended retail price of $99.95 RRP or $119.95 RRP for the Limited Collector’s Edition. The Xbox 360 Forza 3 Motorsport + Wireless Wheel Hard Bundle will be available at participating retailers and can be preordered today for AU$199.90rrp*, a saving of AU $50.00.