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The 6 Best Forza Motorsport Alternatives for PC

PeterDowney — Sat, 06 Dec 2014 09:20:08 +0000

Most racing enthusiasts have given up all hope that Microsoft will allow the Forza Motorsport series to come to PC. Despite Microsoft even holding a big event for DirectX 12 where they showed off how easily they were able to port Forza Motorsport 5 to the PC, releasing the game on PC would likely only hurt their console division in the long run.

Despite console titles being the assumed home for racing games, PC is actually the system of choice for serious motorsports fans. So what are the best alternatives to Forza Motorsport on the PC? Read on to find out our picks.

**GRID Autosport**
It’s all about the teams, the rivals and the race as you become driver for hire, specialising in your favourite disciplines or conquering them all in an intense world of professional motorsport.Codemasters’ GRID Autosport offers racing fans a simcade-style experience with its focus on professional motorsport and more realistic physics. Unfortunately, players looking for intense inline racing should look elsewhere as most of the game’s community has moved on.

**Race Injection**

RACE Injection is the final chapter in the RACE 07 series of games, ending the award winning series on a high note. RACE Injection contains 23 new unique car models and boasts 9 new tracks from across the globe.Despite being among the oldest games on the list, RACE Injection still looks great and drives even better.

**Next Car Game: Wreckfest**

Wreckfest is a new demolition derby themed racing game with soft-body damage modeling, sophisticated driving dynamics and in-depth vehicle upgrading, featuring both demolition derbies and more traditional track races. It’s all about fun, breakneck racing and over-the-top crashes.Although Next Car Game: Wreckfest isn’t exactly a game dedicated to professional motorsports, it’s still a fantastic title worth your time. Featuring realistic physics and in-depth car tuning, this game might just surprise you.

**Assetto Corsa**

Assetto Corsa is a next-generation driving simulator for Windows PC which reproduces real-world circuits (with laserscan technology), as well as road and racing cars. The final version of the game will include a single player career, special events and will allow the player to create and customize offline.Assetto Corsa burst onto the scene as a relatively unknown title. Since release, the team has continued development with regular updates. The game has a very pleased community behind it, with nearly 3300 positive reviews on Steam.

**iRacing**

iRacing is about as hardcore as it gets. Racing fans looking to expand their skillset should look no further than iRacing. With the most realistic simulation available in the world, coupled with a dedicated online community, iRacing is a no brainer if your serious about motorsports.Be warned though, iRacing is a huge step up in realism compared to games like Gran Turismo and Forza

**Project CARS**

Project CARS is the ultimate driver journey!Guided, tested, and approved by a passionate community of racing fans and real-life drivers, Project CARS represents the next-generation of racing simulation as the ultimate combination of fan desire and developer expertise.Even though Project CARS hasn’t even been released yet, it looks so damn promising that we can’t help but put it in first place on our list. Developed by Slightly Mad Studios and published by Bandai Namco, Project CARS appears to be the a new contender for the most loved racing series. Gran Turismo and Forza need to watch out for this one if the game drives half as good as it looks visually.

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Blood Bowl 2’s New Trailer Kicks off Alongside Next Gen Announcement

PeterDowney — Thu, 04 Dec 2014 09:20:00 +0000

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Blood Bowl 2, the sequel to the video game adaptation of Games Workshop’s famous board game that combines American football with the fantasy world of Warhammer, unveils its Kick-off Trailer. It symbolizes the beginning of the last sprint in the development of Blood Bowl 2, which will be released in Spring 2015 on PC, and also we’re pleased to announce on PlayStation®4 and Xbox One®. Up until release, we will unveil more about Cyanide Studio’s new game, with gameplay videos, screenshots, and presentations of the game to media in Europe and the United States.

Humans, Orcs, Dwarfs, Elves, Skaven, Beastmen and cheerleaders give all they’ve got! Watch the various iconic teams from the Blood Bowl world throwing both punches and the ball in an effort to score touchdowns or simply to cripple and maim the opposing teams. The epitome of Blood Bowl: American Football, mixed with the fantasy world of Warhammer, resulting in a very deep and tactical turn-based game where crushing your opponent under your boots is just as important as getting hold of the ball to score a touchdown.

Blood Bowl 2 is even more ambitious than its predecessor in all aspects of the game, with numerous extra features and the highest production values. Its brand new graphics engine has been specially developed for this sequel showcasing improved visuals, sound, and animation. This video brings to the spotlight the authentic Blood Bowl experience: the animations, the dynamic cameras enhancing the brutal atmosphere of the matches, the “Cabalvision” identity and the hilarious commenting duo, Jim Johnson and Bob Bifford.

Blood Bowl 2 is scheduled for a Spring 2015 release on PC, Xbox One and Playstation 4. Learn more about the game at www.bloodbowl-game.com

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Basketball Pro Management 2015 Released on Steam

PeterDowney — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 09:34:13 +0000

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From Umix Studios and Cyanide Studio, Basketball Pro Management 2015 puts you in control of managing and coaching your own basketball team, including leagues and regulations from around the globe. From recruiting and coaching players, to setting training schedules and budgets, the team’s success is all riding on your shoulders.

Key Features

Manage everything from recruitment to finances, and training to coaching.
43 playable leagues, including North American college and six women’s leagues.
New: International competitions (e.g. Olympics, World Cup).
New: Six national competitions (including China, Great Britain, Australia and Lebanon).
13,000+ players and 1,600+ teams, all customizable in the database editor.
Set training schedules to focus and guide player-growth.
Plan your tactics and change them on the fly during the game.
2D and new 3D game simulations.

Learn more about the game at www.basketball-pro-management.com

Grab your copy of Basketball Pro Management 2015 on Steam

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Basketball Pro Management 2015 Headed to PC in Early November

PeterDowney — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 09:25:31 +0000

Cyanide Studio, the team behind Styx: Master of Shadows and Front Page Sports Football, have another sports management simulator heading to PC. Basketball Pro Management 2015 is scheduled for an early November releases. The 4th entry in the series adds a number of features enhancements to the already complex simulation.

In addition to rankings and budgets, an effective manager has to plan for the growth of individual players and the team’s performance. Recruiting has been redesigned to offer significantly more depth through the addition of league-specific regulations, including leagues from North America, China, Turkey, and many more worldwide.

Running a successful team takes more than good coaching skills. Team-rank, performance against rivals, and a wide variety of other parameters all affect the support you receive from fans and owners, and in turn, the income from tickets and stadium shops. Manage your goals wisely. After all, the most competitive players don’t come cheap.

Additional Features & Enhancements

Manage everything from recruitment to finances, and training to coaching.
43 playable leagues, including North American college and six women’s leagues.
New: International competitions (e.g. Olympics, World Cup).
New: Six national competitions added (including China, Great Britain, Australia and Lebanon).
13,000+ players and 1,600+ teams, all customizable in the database editor.
Set training schedules to focus and guide player-growth.
Plan your tactics and change them on the fly during the game.
2D and new 3D game simulations.

Basketball Pro Management 2015 is scheduled for an early November 2014 release on PC. Learn more about the game at www.basketball-pro-management.com/en/

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