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The latest trailer and images for Project Gotham Racing 4 are all about showcasing the game's stunning visuals and new weather effects.

The biggest improvement from PGR3 seems to be the dynamic weather system. Taking one step closer to realism, PGR4 will have rain storms and snow flurries that can strike at any time during a race. The weather effects aren't just for show either; driving will become increasingly difficult as weather conditions worsen and cause the in-game physics to change.

Another one of the new features is a revamped career mode as detailed below:

Drivers will be rewarded with a growing fanbase that'll cheer them on, react to their every move and support them through victory. Just imagine hearing the roar of the crowd as you cross the finish line with your own style and flair.

Last but not least, PGR4 will sport a revised Kudos system:

Flair and driving style will now be just as important as technical skill, as players passing their opponent at full speed will pump their fists and exhibit more emotion as they earn recognition with the revised Kudos system. The Kudos will be worthwhile too, because the new A.I. personalities will be able to perform bold new driving maneuvers as they race side by side with other drivers.

Find out about some of the new cars featured in PGR4 after the break.

*2004 TVR Sagaris

*1965 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray

*2005 Vanwall GPR V12

*1993 Toyota Supra Turbo

*2005 Gumpert Apollo

*1997 Panoz GTR-1 Coupe

*2006 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

*1957 Maserati 250F

Looks like I'll be buying a Wireless Racing Wheel come this Fall.


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Namelessted's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:01
Namelessted
the weather effects look tight.
BahamutZero's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:09
BahamutZero
...your mother.
Toneman's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:10
Toneman
It looks sweet but I think they need to add random earthquakes too. And random explosions as well.
DJDuffy 's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:11
DJDuffy
Sweet sweat FX err...on a car! To add more realism they should add air conditioning and defrost controls.
bobafettm's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:17
bobafettm
The weather is cool an all... but PGR was more like RidgeRacer than a Racing Sim... which makes me a sad panda...

I really disliked PGR3 cuz it was so unrealistic.

Forza 2 + GT:HD ftw!!!
DJDuffy 's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:20
DJDuffy
@ bobafettm

ya that is true...I have a hard time placing the PGR series...it isn't arcady enough to be quite like RidgeRacer and not quite realistic enough to be a sim...WHAT IS IT?!?!
brad drac's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:21
brad drac
That trailer music was far too laid back for a racing game. I ended up just zoning out and afterwards, realising I hadn't actually been watching the video.
Jordan Devore's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:22
Jordan Devore
I only spent a few minutes with the Forza demo, but so far I like PGR3 better which means I should like PGR4 even more.
bobafettm's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:41
bobafettm
@ Grim: Forza 2 and GT:HD are more for people who love realistic games or are HUGE into motorsports... I'm not trying to judge but I doubt your a big car guy Grim... That probably is why you seem to enjoy PGR more so. It also helps to have the full steering wheel setup etc...

@DJ Duffy: I call PGR Mario Kart for the 360 to piss my friends off that like it... ;)
wake's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:43
wake
I like PGR more than Forza and GT....I don't like a complete arcade or sim feel...just somewhat in the middle.
KilgoreTrout XL's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:45
KilgoreTrout XL
All they really needed to do was fix the unbearable load times. That was, by fucking far, the worst part about PGR3. They were the reason I sold it back to EB.
JamesSorensen's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:45
JamesSorensen
dynamic rain yes, but crowds that are not weather protected including fake camera men with cameras in the rain.... kinda takes away from the realistic rain feel
Joe Burling's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:45
Joe Burling
It all sounds good. Progression is good.
Jordan Devore's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:55
Jordan Devore
You are correct sir. I'm not really into cars or racing.
BahamutZero's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:56
BahamutZero
grim you REALLY need to give forza a chance. I felt the same way last gen with the original on the xbox and it soon came to own my soul. Even my girlfriend got into it. you're not less of a man than, uhm, my girlfriend, are you?

:cringes: I think that came out wronger than intended
BahamutZero's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 16:56
BahamutZero
boba how much is the steering wheel? I might have to look into that...
bobafettm's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 17:34
bobafettm
got mine new on EBAY for like $73... usually like 149 at best buy! Check Ebay first ;)
maxx77's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 18:18
maxx77
Yeah, $150 at retail for the wheel. I'm actually planning on buying it tonight in lieu of the Forza 2 demo.

Personally, I love both the sim racing games and the arcadey ones like PGR. It's hard to play one of these games and then jump into another one though. Takes me about an hour to get into the right mindset when I switch games. I've heard that the wheel works great with Forza but not so much with PGR3. Hopefully PGR4 will get along with the wheel much better.
bobafettm's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 18:30
bobafettm
PGR3 is horrible with the wheel! I tried to play it for a few days with the wheel and couldnt get the handle of it... could have been cuz i was playing GT:HD often also!
maxx77's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 18:46
maxx77
It really is bad if everyone else is to be believed (who would lie on the Internet?). That game pre-dated the MS wheel though.
BahamutZero's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/10/2007 19:22
BahamutZero
Maxx - kind of like how when I play Burnout Revenge drunk and then jump in the car I tend to "check" traffic?
Rezbit's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/11/2007 00:08
Rezbit
Do want!
Rosseh's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/11/2007 05:44
Rosseh
PGR is pretty awesome. It's technical enough to frustrate me and be a challenge but its fun enough to not bore the absolute shit out of me like Gran Tourismo and those other proper sims.
Still...Burnout 2 FTW!
Jamesways's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/11/2007 08:09
Jamesways
I love me some sims, but I really enjoy PGR3 too.

Sometimes, especially when you get up to the last few races in GT or Forza, or on legend on MotoGP, it can be a bit tense. PGR is nice to throw in and have fun with some friends online. GREAT in car view too. Turn off the HUD, maps, etc, listen to the engine for when to shift, very immersive.

And it's still got a great rendition of Nordschleife. Boba, it's Mario Kart with Nurburgring!
Joe Burling's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/11/2007 08:40
Joe Burling
I played the Forza 2 demo last night. While it did look good, it didn't look fantastic. However, the features on it blew my mind!!! I'm not much of a racing fan, though. I spent most of my time in the demo trying to crash into other cars.
maxx77's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/11/2007 11:35
maxx77
MS steering wheel + PGR3 = crap
MS steering wheel + Forza 2 demo = Godly

I got the wheel last night. Over $160 with tax. Played PGR3, knowing that the game wouldn't work well with the wheel... didn't realize just how poorly it would work. That style of game just doesn't work with a steering wheel. I now doubt that PGR4 will fare much better.

Played Forza 2 demo with the wheel though... I probably played that game at least 4 hours last night, just on that one track, mostly with the A class cars. I even played with all of the assists turned off (except for ABS), no racing line, and on manual transmission (I never use manual in racing games). Holy F was it fun. Worth every penny.
Jordan Devore's Avatar - Comment posted on 05/11/2007 14:09
Jordan Devore
I was getting some mad jaggies with the Forza demo. Also, I intentionally performed head on collisions with the other racers. Good times.
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