'MotoGP 09/10' races into stores

By Hector Cortez Mar 25, 2010, 12:06 GMT

Capcom today announced that MotoGP 09/10 has shipped to all North American retailers for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.

Capcom today announced that MotoGP 09/10 has shipped to all North American retailers for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.

The latest officially licensed MotoGP title, MotoGP 09/10 features all the tracks, riders, and liveries from the 2009 season. New tracks, riders, and liveries from the 2010 season of the MotoGP will be available for download free of charge as the season unfolds.

In MotoGP 09/10 players will not only race, but also manage a team of engineers and press officers who aid in finding better parts for their bikes and secure sponsorships with the goal of winning the MotoGP world championship. Riders will also earn Rider Reputation points by demonstrating their riding skills on the track. The more points riders earn, the more recognition riders will gain from manufacturers, sponsors and employees.

In Arcade Mode, players are not limited to simply crossing the finish line. Players will be given a variety of challenges to complete to earn points, including the ability of stealing points from their opponents. Being the only officially licensed MotoGP videogame title, MotoGP 09/10 will allow gamers to compete in a full championship season across any of MotoGP’s three bike classes.

MotoGP 09/10 is the first console racing game that will allow 20 competitors in one race. Players can also compete online in arcade mode and Career mode. The online mode will also feature online leaderboards and spectator mode.