Microsoft And Turn 10 Reveal The Community Choice Classics Car Pack For Forza 3

Microsoft and Turn 10 have revealed the The Community Choice Classics Car Pack for Forza 3. this car pack is coming out on 14th December for 400 MS Points. The pack comes with the following cars:

• 1971 AMC Javelin-AMX
• 1973 BMW Motorsport 2002 Turbo
• 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454
• 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
• 1982 DeLorean DMC-12
• 1987 Ford Sierra RS500 Cosworth
• 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evolution II
• 1978 Saab 99 Turbo
• 1983 Volvo 242 Turbo Evolution
• 1957 Ferrari 250 California

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Press Release

This Christmas, treat yourself to something special and get behind the wheel of ten iconic cars rolling out as part of the “Community Choice Classics Car Pack” for “Forza Motorsport 3.” Developer Turn 10 Studios partnered with Jalopnik.com to offer “Forza” fans the opportunity to vote on their ideal pack of in-game vehicles and selected the top cars based on reader votes to create the “Community Choice Classics Car Pack.” Get ready to rev your engines as these unforgettable cars are available starting Tuesday, 14 December, for 400 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE Marketplace.

Featuring an amazing collection of retro cars, this latest “Forza” Game Add-on puts you behind the wheel of pop culture phenomenons like the classy Ferrari 250 California (as seen in the movie “Ferris Bueller's Day Off”), and the magical DeLorean DMC-12 (famous as Marty McFly’s time-travelling ride from the “Back to the Future” movie trilogy). Other notable additions include the intimidating muscle of the 1971 AMC Javelin-AMX and the 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454, while turbo-charged gems like the 1978 Saab 99 Turbo and the 1983 Volvo Turbo Evolution are ready to tear up the tracks as well. In addition, vintage imports like the 1971 De Tomaso Pantera and 1973 BMW Motorsport 2002 Turbo are surefire hits to add to any gearhead’s showcase.

The “Community Choice Classics Car Pack” features 10 of the world's most desired icons and classic cars, recreated in loving detail, with gorgeously reproduced exteriors and fully-modeled interiors. When you aren’t pushing your favourite car’s limits online or offline in the “Forza Motorsport 3” variety of racing circuits, you can spend your time customising your ride—from performance-based upgrades to custom paint and vinyl jobs that make every car in your “Forza” garage a personal statement.

The full list of cars in the “Community Choice Classics Car Pack”:
1971 AMC Javelin-AMX
1973 BMW Motorsport 2002 Turbo
1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454
1971 De Tomaso Pantera
1982 DeLorean DMC-12
1987 Ford Sierra RS500 Cosworth
1990 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evolution II
1978 Saab 99 Turbo
1983 Volvo 242 Turbo Evolution
1957 Ferrari 250 California

Also running from 20-26 December, Xbox LIVE Gold members will get exclusive Deal of the Week pricing on select “Forza Motorsport 3” car packs, which will all be discounted by 50 percent. Check the Xbox LIVE Marketplace for more information.

Interested in joining the “Forza Motorsport 3” action? We’ve got you covered with the “Forza Motorsport 3 Ultimate Collection.” The definitive retail package for fans who want the premier racing experience, the “Forza Motorsport 3 Ultimate Collection” combines the massive amount of cars and tracks found in the original “Forza Motorsport 3” with new content and the exclusive “Stig’s Garage Car Pack” from “Top Gear,” in addition to every single “Forza Motorsport 3” Game Add-on packs including:
Motorsports Legends Pack
October Track Pack (Benchmark and Sidewinder tracks)
Hot Holidays Pack
Autoweek Car Show Pack
Nürburgring Grand Prix Circuit Track pack
Jalopnik Car Pack
Road & Track Car Pack
Exotic Car Pack
Summer Velocity Pack
World Class Car Pack

Head on over to ForzaMotorsport.net for more details about the “Community Choice Classics Car Pack” and the “Forza Motorsport 3 Ultimate Collection.”

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Microsoft Announce Forza Motorsport 3 Ultimate Collection And Top Gear Partnership

Microsoft have announced Forza Motorsport 3 Ultimate Collection and a new partnership with Top Gear. This collection is currently set to come out on 29th October in both the UK and Ireland. the collection will come with all previously released game add-ons, meaning there are over 500 cars and 100 track configurations in the game.

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Microsoft have also announced a partnership with Top Gear. When you buy the Forza Motorsport 3 Ultimate Collection, you get a DLC card for "Stigs Car Pack" which includes a Koenigsegg CCX, LEXUS LFA, and Mercedes Benz SLS-AMG. In addition to this, you will get a 90 minute exclusive top Gear video and a Xbox Live Top gear Theme.

Press Release

LONDON – 30 September 2010 - The hottest name in racing games and the world’s biggest car show today announced the beginning of a long-term collaboration, kicking off with the release of Forza Motorsport 3 Ultimate Collection in October.

The award-winning “Forza Motorsport” franchise is collaborating with BBC’s Top Gear team to integrate the Top Gear brand in future versions of “Forza Motorsport” products. The relationship will also deliver a number of co-promotions that aim to give fans of both “Forza Motorsport” and Top Gear a unique opportunity to engage in both brands. With “Forza Motorsport” expertise in digital automotive experiences and Top Gear’s irreverent approach to car reviews and entertainment, the collaboration promises to deliver an unrivalled experience for all keen gamers and car enthusiasts.

“Bringing together Top Gear and Forza Motorsport is a natural fit,” said Dan Greenawalt, franchise director at Turn 10, the studio within Microsoft Game Studios that created and nurtures the Forza Motorsport franchise and community. “Top Gear is all about automotive passion and playing around with cars which is exactly what we deliver with Forza Motorsport games. We are looking forward to collaborating with their team to bring some of what they do so well on television to our game design process.”

Fans will get their first taste of the results of this collaboration with 90 minutes of specially edited Top Gear TV content plus access to the ‘Stig’s Garage Car Pack’, all downloadable exclusively through Xbox LIVE, as part of the new “Forza Motorsport 3 Ultimate Collection” available from this October.

"It's incredibly exciting to be teaming up with such a big name game,” said Andy Wilman, creative director at Top Gear. “I fear we'll have to be a bit more ambitious and a bit less rubbish when dealing with these chaps."

Robert Nashak, Executive Vice President, Digital Entertainment, BBC Worldwide commented, “We’re thrilled to be teaming up with such innovators in motorsport gaming as Microsoft, who share our enthusiasm and vision for the Top Gear brand on this platform. Forza Motorsport is already a great game and we’re sure the features we’ve created together, using the Top Gear brand, will really excite both fans of the show and the game everywhere.”

“Forza Motorsport 3 Ultimate Collection” is the complete award-winning racing title, including all previously released Game add-ons, bringing the total car count to 500 and offering more than 100 track configurations. It includes an Xbox LIVE downloadable content card giving players access to three of the hottest new cars on the market today as part of “Stig’s Garage Car Pack.” These include The Koenigsegg CCX, LEXUS LFA, and Mercedes Benz SLS-AMG. In addition to the car pack, the Top Gear downloadable content will also feature an exclusive 90-minute Top Gear video from lads on Top Gear including Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May and an Xbox LIVE Theme featuring Top Gear.

“Forza Motorsport 3 Ultimate Collection” is available in the United Kingdom and Ireland starting October 29, 2010. For more information visit www.xbox.com/forza

Microsoft Announce The Forza 3 "World Class Car Pack" Is Out Now For 400 MS Points

Microsoft have announced that the World Class Car Pack for Forza 3 is out now on Xbox Live Marketplace for 400 MS Points. Microsoft have released a trailer showing these cars in the game, as well as screenshots of each of the cars. this car pack features the following 10 cars:

·2010 Acura TSX V6
·2010 Fiat Punto Evo SPORT
·2010 Kia Forte Koup SX
·2010 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG
·2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG
·2010 Mitsubishi Colt Ralliart
·2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
·2011 Citroën DS3
·2011 Mazda 2
·2011 McLaren MP4-12C

The free car from the World Class Car Pack is the 2010 Mitsubishi Colt Ralliart.



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Press Release

The “Forza Motorsport 3” World Class Car Pack, available for download starting today on Xbox LIVE Marketplace, features some of the most stunning 2010 and 2011 production and performance models in the world. Available for 400 Microsoft Points, the pack offers some of the hottest new cars from leading manufacturers like McLaren, Acura, Mercedes, Cadillac, Fiat, Mitsubishi, and more.

This month’s car pack puts you behind the wheel of some of the world’s newest and most sought after vehicles. From the elite McLaren MP4-12C supercar and the luxurious power of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG, to the tuner-friendly 2010 Acura TSX V6 and the agile 2011 Citroën DS3, the World Class Car Pack will ensure your “Forza Motorsport 3” garage is fully stocked and ready to take the competition by storm during the summer racing season.
The World Class Car Pack features 10 new cars that are ready to hit the track or tuning garage:

·2011 McLaren MP4-12C
·2010 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG
·2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG
·2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
·2010 Fiat Punto Evo SPORT
·2010 Acura TSX V6
·2010 Kia Forte Koup SX
·2011 Mazda 2
·2011 Citroën DS3
·2010 Mitsubishi Colt Ralliart

After launching the iconic McLaren F1 in the early 1990s, the 2011 McLaren MP4-12C is the culmination of over a decade of Formula 1 and street car development. Built upon a superlight Carbon MonoCell structure with a mid-mounted twin-turbocharged 600hp V8 engine, this latest supercar from McLaren is a must-drive in Forza Motorsport 3. Sample the World Class Car Pack now and download a free 2010 Mitsubishi Colt Ralliart, the hot hatch tuned by the legendary Mitsubishi motorsports division.

Microsoft Detail The New "Summer Veloctiy Car Pack" For Forza 3 That's Out Now For 400 MS Points

Microsoft have detailed the new "Summer Velocity Car Pack" For Forza 3. This new car pack is out now for 400 MS Points. it comes with 10 new vehicles, from which the free car download for this month will be the Peugeot 308 RCZ.

It Includes the following Cars:
2010 Lotus Evora Type 124 Endurance Racecar
2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG
2010 BMW Motorsport X6M
2010 Morgan Aero SuperSports
2009 Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8
2010 Bertone Mantide
2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed 3
2010 Ford Fusion Sport
2010 Subaru Legacy B4 2.5GT
2010 Peugeot 308 RCZ

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LONDON – 8 June 2010 - The “Summer Velocity Car Pack” for “Forza Motorsport 3” makes a splash this month with a mix of track, SUV, exotic and production cars, packing distinctive vehicles that will invigorate your “Forza” garage and kick off the summer racing season. Introducing 10 vehicles from different facets of car culture, the “Summer Velocity Car Pack” is available for 400 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE Marketplace starting today.

This month’s car pack puts you front and center in a range of sought after racers, from the ultra powerful BMW X6M SUV to the rare, expensive and elusive Bertone Mantide. Track fan favourite Lotus brings the Evora Type 124 to “Forza” and Peugeot proves that concept cars can make it past the showroom with the unique RCZ.

The “Summer Velocity Pack” features 10 new cars that are ready to hit the track or tuning garage:
2010 Lotus Evora Type 124 Endurance Racecar
2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG
2010 BMW Motorsport X6M
2010 Morgan Aero SuperSports
2009 Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8
2010 Bertone Mantide
2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed 3
2010 Ford Fusion Sport
2010 Subaru Legacy B4 2.5GT
2010 Peugeot 308 RCZ

Warm up to the “Summer Velocity Car Pack” with this month’s free car download, the Peugeot 308 RCZ. Making the leap from concept to production, the RCZ is set apart from other production cars in its class. This E-class Peugeot rides in stock at 198 HP leaving plenty of room for tuners to explore the different possibilities in circuit racing.

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Microsoft Reveal The Exotic Car Pack DLC For Forza 3

Microsoft have revealed the next DLC pack for Forza 3 is going to be The Exotic Car Pack. This pack is out now and costs 400 MS Points. the free car of the month is the Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85.

The 10 Cars In This Pack are:

• SSC Ultimate Aero
• JOSS JT1
• Weismann GT MF5
• Devon GTX
• Spada Codatronca TS
• Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85
• Mosler MT900s
• Q1 Rossion
• Radical  SR8 LM
• Gumpert Apollo

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Press Release

This spring, turn heads and ignite your inner car-collector-passion with “The Exotic Car Pack” for “Forza Motorsport 3.” Brought to you by developers Turn 10, “The Exotic Car Pack” introduces a roster of rare boutique brands for the first time ever to the franchise.  Available for 400 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE Marketplace  starting today, the “Exotic Car Pack” features 10 distinctive vehicles that represent the pinnacle of automotive power and design.

This new car pack adds must-have jaw droppers to your showroom, including the SSC Ultimate Aero, the Guinness World Record holder for the fastest speed achieved by a road legal car (257 MPH). Also along for the ride is the Radical SR8 LM, which is famous for setting the fastest lap time on Nürburgring Nordschleife by a road legal production car (6 minutes and 48 seconds).

The “Exotic Car Pack” features 10 stunners that come ready to race, paint and tune:

SSC Ultimate Aero
JOSS JT1
Weismann GT MF5
Devon GTX
Spada Codatronca TS
Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85
Mosler MT900s
Q1 Rossion
Radical  SR8 LM
Gumpert Apollo

For car fans wanting a sample of this exotic download, Turn 10 is offering the Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 as the free downloadable car of the month. Celebrating Spyker’s involvement in the famed 24 Hours of Le Mans race, the LM85 gives “Forza Motorsport 3” players the unique opportunity to push one of the rarest and most elite cars in the world to the brink. Paying homage to the Le Mans theme, only 24 real life LM85s will be manufactured, but with your copy of “Forza Motorsport 3,” you can get behind the wheel and feel the exhilaration for yourself, accelerating from 0-60 in under 4.5 seconds and hitting top speeds of more than 185 MPH.

Microsoft Announce The Forza 3 Road & Track Car Pack Comes Out Today For 400 MS Points

Microsoft have announced that the Road & Track Car Pack is coming out today for 400 MS points. this pack brings 10 new cars to the game. these include the:

• 2010 Volkswagen Golf R
• 2009 Holden HSV w427
• 2010 Ford Taurus SHO
• 2010 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG
• 2010 Renault Megane RS 250
• 2010 Vauxhall Insignia VXR
• 2010 Mini Coupé Concept
• 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
• 2010 Mazda MX-5 Superlight
• 2010 SEAT Leon Cupra R

Microsoft have also announced that the 2010 MINI Coupé Concept will be a free download for this month only.

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Press Release

LONDON – 13 April 2010 - The “Road & Track™ Car Pack” arrives today, bringing with it 10 new cars that will continue to diversify and beautify every “Forza Motorsport 3” garage. Featuring a wide array of car types, from the 2010 Ford Taurus SHO to the 500 horsepower Holden HSV w427, variety is the name of the game as the editors from Road & Track collaborated with Turn 10’s designers to assemble the car pack roster. The latest car pack is available starting today for 400 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE Marketplace.

The “Road & Track Car Pack” introduces 10 cars for 2010 that are ready to be painted, tuned and driven for all discriminating auto enthusiasts.
• 2010 Volkswagen Golf R
• 2009 Holden HSV w427
• 2010 Ford Taurus SHO
• 2010 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG
• 2010 Renault Megane RS 250
• 2010 Vauxhall Insignia VXR
• 2010 Mini Coupé Concept
• 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
• 2010 Mazda MX-5 Superlight
• 2010 SEAT Leon Cupra R

Whether you prefer the all-wheel-drive and uniquely boosted engine of the 2010 Volkswagon Golf R, the “brutal” twin-turbocharged W-12 engine of the 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports, or the lightweight power of the 2010 Mazda MX-5 Superlight, there’s a car waiting to be discovered in the “Road & Track Car Pack”.

Road & Track magazine is one of the best sources for car news in the world. Be sure to check out RoadandTrack.com or Forzamotorsport.net for more information on each of the vehicles presented in this month’s car pack.

Giving fans a taste of what’s to come in the Game Add-on pack, Turn 10 is offering the 2010 MINI Coupé Concept as the free download car of the month. The 2010 MINI Coupé Concept brings together a wide range of features for a truly sporting and ambitious style of motoring. Compact dimensions, perfect axle load distribution and a low center of gravity offer ideal conditions for enhancing the agility typical of MINI to a level never seen before.

“Forza Motorsport 3” is rated PEGI 3 and is now available globally. For assets and more information, visit the Forza Motorsport 3 FTP or Forzamotorsport.net.

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Microsoft Announce 4 Forza MotorSport 3 Game Add-ons

Microsoft have announced that 4 Forza MotorSport 3 game add-ons, that were previously only available to those who bought the limited edition version of the game, are out now. Microsoft have also announced that for every purchase of the "VIP Membership Car Pack", Turn 10 will donate $10 to the Save The Children Haiti appeal, but only up to $100,000.

The Packs now available are:
• “VIP Membership Car Pack” (800 MS Points) - You’ll receive special recognition on scoreboards, in multiplayer lobbies, on ForzaMotorsport.net, in the “Forza Motorsport 3” Storefront, and it places your VIP auctions at the top of the “Forza Motorsport 3” Auction House. VIP membership also includes these five must-have VIP Cars: 2008 Aston Martin DBS, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, 2007 Ferrari F430 Scuderia, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera, and 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 RS (997). (IMPORTANT NOTE: VIP Membership is also available for FREE with an Xbox LIVE token included in new Limited Collector’s Edition copies of “Forza Motorsport 3.”)

• “Sidewinder Proving Grounds Track Pack” (400 Microsoft Points) – Download and race on the updated classic Sidewinder Proving Grounds from “Forza Motorsport 2.” This track pack includes 18 challenging courses, designed with various levels of difficulty and set to test your technical driving mettle. Think you can top the leaderboards on Sidewinder? Prove it! (Also available for FREE with an Xbox LIVE token included in Limited Collector’s Edition copies of “Forza Motorsport 3.”)

• “Benchmark High Speed Ring Track Pack” (400 Microsoft Points) – Download and race on the Benchmark High Speed Ring environment. This track pack is a veritable race day playground! Test and tune your favorite rides on the four-mile Benchmark Speedway oval or create epic Xbox LIVE multiplayer games of “Tag” and “Keep It Clean” on the massive wide-open Benchmark parking lot. (Also available for FREE with an Xbox LIVE token included in Limited Collector Edition copies of “Forza Motorsport 3.”)

• “Motorsport Legends Car Pack” (400 Microsoft Points) – Fans of classic cars will be able to collect, customize, and race 10 of the most revered roadsters: 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA Stradale, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 Vantage, 1981 BMW Motorsport M1, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette, 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona Hemi, 1957 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa, 1980 Fiat 131 Abarth, 1967 Lamborghini Miura P400, 1971 Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R, and the 1965 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe. (Also available for FREE with an Xbox LIVE token included in Limited Collector Edition copies of “Forza Motorsport 3.”)

Press Release

LONDON – 2 March 2010 - Today Microsoft and Turn 10 announced the widespread availability of four “Forza Motorsport 3” Game Add-ons, previously available only to those who purchased Limited Collector’s Edition copies of the game. Mobilizing millions of “Forza Motorsport 3” fans, Turn 10 is calling on all racers, tuners and artists to assist in the global relief effort for the victims of the earthquake in Haiti. For every purchase of the “VIP Membership Car Pack” during the month of March, Turn 10 pledges to donate $10 to Save the Children up to $100,000. So now you can enjoy more of the “Forza Motorsport 3” content you’ve been asking for, while also donating to an important cause.

Now available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace for 800 Microsoft points, the “VIP Membership Car Pack” gives you exclusive access and visibility in the “Forza Motorsport” community. You’ll receive special recognition on scoreboards, in multiplayer lobbies, on ForzaMotorsport.net, in the “Forza Motorsport 3” Storefront, and it places your VIP auctions at the top of the “Forza Motorsport 3” Auction House. VIP membership also includes these five must-have VIP Cars: 2008 Aston Martin DBS, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, 2007 Ferrari F430 Scuderia, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera, and 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 RS (997). (IMPORTANT NOTE: VIP Membership is also available for FREE with an Xbox LIVE token included in new Limited Collector’s Edition copies of “Forza Motorsport 3.”)

Additionally, starting today on Xbox LIVE Marketplace, you’ll find other great “Forza Motorsport 3” track and car packs, previously only available to those who purchased a copy of Limited Collector’s Edition of the game. These include:

• “Sidewinder Proving Grounds Track Pack” (400 Microsoft Points) – Download and race on the updated classic Sidewinder Proving Grounds from “Forza Motorsport 2.” This track pack includes 18 challenging courses, designed with various levels of difficulty and set to test your technical driving mettle. Think you can top the leaderboards on Sidewinder? Prove it! (Also available for FREE with an Xbox LIVE token included in Limited Collector’s Edition copies of “Forza Motorsport 3.”)

• “Benchmark High Speed Ring Track Pack” (400 Microsoft Points) – Download and race on the Benchmark High Speed Ring environment. This track pack is a veritable race day playground! Test and tune your favorite rides on the four-mile Benchmark Speedway oval or create epic Xbox LIVE multiplayer games of “Tag” and “Keep It Clean” on the massive wide-open Benchmark parking lot. (Also available for FREE with an Xbox LIVE token included in Limited Collector Edition copies of “Forza Motorsport 3.”)

• “Motorsport Legends Car Pack” (400 Microsoft Points) – Fans of classic cars will be able to collect, customize, and race 10 of the most revered roadsters: 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA Stradale, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 Vantage, 1981 BMW Motorsport M1, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette, 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona Hemi, 1957 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa, 1980 Fiat 131 Abarth, 1967 Lamborghini Miura P400, 1971 Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R, and the 1965 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe. (Also available for FREE with an Xbox LIVE token included in Limited Collector Edition copies of “Forza Motorsport 3.”)

“Forza Motorsport 3” is rated PEGI 3+ and is now available globally. For assets, visit the Forza Motorsport 3 FTP. For more information on “Forza Motorsport 3” and Save the Children’s legal disclosures, visit ForzaMotorsport.net andhttp://www.savethechildren.org/legal.

Microsoft Announce Forza 3 has Sold Over 2 Million Units Worldwide

Microsoft has announced that Forza 3 has sold over 2 million units worldwide. Microsoft has also announced that the “Nürburgring Grand Prix Circuit Track Pack.” is out now for 400 MS Points. this track pack brings 2 configurations of the Nürburgring Grand Prix Circuit to Forza 3.

Press Release

After speeding past the finish line last October, “Forza Motorsport 3” is now in the hands of more than 2 million passionate car lovers around the world. To give fans even more reasons to keep behind the wheel with the game, Turn 10 today releases two brand new tracks in the downloadable “Nürburgring Grand Prix Circuit Track Pack.” Having delivered month after month of new car packs since launch, composed of the world’s most unique and sought-after cars, this new track pack will give fans a fresh new locale to earn their racing stripes.
Available starting today on Xbox LIVE Marketplace for 400 Microsoft Points, the “Nürburgring Grand Prix Circuit Track Pack” has been meticulously re-created by the team at Turn 10 to reflect the legacy and excitement of the top German grand prix circuit. The track pack includes two layouts of the circuit; the full 3.22-mile circuit with the famous “Schumacher S” corners, and the short 2.24-mile sprint circuit, both of which push car and driver to the limit.
Demanding technical precision while offering tremendous opportunities for overtaking rival cars, the “Nürburgring Grand Prix Circuit Track Pack” will show who has the determination and skills to grab the checkered flag. Built in 1984 and updated in 2002, the circuit has been a vital proving ground for some of today’s most elite racing events, including open-wheel, touring car, vintage, and even motorcycle racing throughout its 26-year history. For six seasons the Grand Prix Circuit has also played host to the 1000km Nürburgring endurance race. The circuit is also co-host to the German Grand Prix, an event that has proven pivotal to the success of many racing careers.
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“Forza Motorsport 3” is rated “E” for Everyone and is now available globally. For assets from the “Nürburgring Grand Prix Circuit Track Pack,” visit theForza Motorsport 3 FTP. For more information on “Forza Motorsport 3,” visitForzaMotorsport.net.

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Microsoft Reveal The Cars In The Forza 3 DLC “AutoWeek Car Show Pack”

Microsoft has announced that a new DLC pack for Forza 3 is now available on Xbox Live. Turn 10 and AutoWeek have prepared a “AutoWeek Car Show Pack” to celebrated the North American International Auto Show. The pack has the following 10 cars.

1. 2009 Audi RS 6
2. 2010 Ford Shelby GT500
3. 2009 Lotus 2-Eleven
4. 2010 Aston Martin One-77
5. 2010 Porsche Boxster S
6. 2009 Audi R8 LMS Show Car
7. 2010 Pagani Zonda R
8. 2010 Saleen S5S Raptor
9. 2010 BMW Motorsport M6 Coupe
10. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport

This months free car download will be the Lotus 2-Eleven. The “AutoWeek Car Show Pack” is out now for 400 MS Points.

Forza 3 January Car Pack


Press Release

The North American International Auto Show kicks off this week, as car manufacturers, professional drivers, and fans from around the world flock to Detroit, Michigan to see what’s revving up in the automotive industry this year and beyond. To mark one of the biggest auto shows in the world, Turn 10 and AutoWeek are partnering to bring some of the year’s best cars to life in “Forza Motorsport 3” with the “AutoWeek Car Show Pack.”

Available starting today for 400 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE Marketplace, the new downloadable car pack raises the curtain on some of the most exciting new cars for 2010, and adds several elite 2009 racers to the ever-growing “Forza Motorsport 3” car roster, including the 2010 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport, 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 and 2010 Aston Martin One-77.

Coveted by car enthusiasts for years, the Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport was first conceived in 1963 by legendary Chevrolet engineer Zora Arkus-Duntov. The 2010 model brings classic style and track-proven performance to the table with an updated 6.2-liter LS3-based V8 engine rated at 430 horsepower, wide-body styling, and an updated suspension setup. The 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 is a must-have in any “Forza” fan’s garage. Featuring a 5.4-liter supercharged V8 that pumps out 540 horsepower, the Shelby GT500 runs on an updated chassis with new suspension and aerodynamic improvements. Additionally, the 2010 Aston Martin One-77 combines modern technology and design with supreme craftsmanship for the ultimate expression of Aston Martin exclusivity. The 7.3-liter V12 pushes the car to well above 200 MPH, which may make it the fastest car in your “Forza Motorsport 3” stable.

Now available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace, the “AutoWeek Car Show Pack” gives fans 10 great reasons to continue racing, drifting, tuning, and painting in the new year:

1.2009 Audi RS 6
2.2010 Ford Shelby GT500
3.2009 Lotus 2-Eleven
4.2010 Aston Martin One-77
5.2010 Porsche Boxster S
6.2009 Audi R8 LMS Show Car
7.2010 Pagani Zonda R
8.2010 Saleen S5S Raptor
9.2010 BMW Motorsport M6 Coupe
10.2010 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport

For fans who like to try before they buy, Turn 10 is offering the 2009 Lotus 2-Eleven as this month’s free car download, so strap in and take the “AutoWeek Car Show Pack” for a test spin!

Microsoft Announce That Forza 3 Has Sold Over 1 Million Units And The Hot Holidays DLC Is Out Now

Microsoft has announced that since Forza 3's launch, just over a month ago, the game has sold over 1 million units worldwide.

Microsoft has also announced that the "Hot Holidays" DLC for Forza 3 is now available for 400 MS Points. The Trailer shows a montage of all the cars, in this pack, and what they look like in the game. there are screenshots for each of the cars in the "Hot Holidays" DLC.



Ferrari 599XX


Mercedes SLR Stirling Moss


Lamborghini LP6700-4 SV


Porsche Panamera Turbo


Ferrari 458 Italia


Jaguar XFR


Audi S4


Aston Martin #007 AMR Lola


Audi #2 Sport Team Joest R15 TDI


Nissan GT-R Spec V


Press Release

‘Tis the season… to drive some of next year’s dream cars in this generation’s highest-rated racing game, only on Xbox 360. Just over a month after the title’s momentous launch, “Forza Motorsport 3” has sold more than one million units worldwide. Now Turn 10 is spreading the holiday cheer with the “Hot Holidays” Car Pack, available today on Xbox LIVE Marketplace for 400 Microsoft Points.

The “Hot Holidays” Car Pack features some of the world’s most anticipated super cars and purpose-built race cars of 2009 and 2010, including first-ever virtual test drives of the new Ferrari 458 Italia and the latest Nissan GT-R Spec V. The complete “Hot Holidays” Car Pack list includes:

1. 2010 Ferrari 599XX
2. 2010 Mercedes SLR Stirling Moss
3. 2010 Lamborghini LP6700-4 SV
4. 2010 Porsche Panamera Turbo
5. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
6. 2010 Jaguar XFR
7. 2010 Audi S4
8. 2009 Aston Martin #007 AMR Lola
9. 2009 Audi #2 Sport Team Joest R15 TDI
10. 2010 Nissan GT-R Spec V

After selling more than one million units in its first month at retail, “Forza Motorsport 3’s” community and fan base is more active on Xbox LIVE than ever. The Forza community has collectively logged over 6.6 million man hours playing online in more than 64 million connected sessions while driving over 590 million miles (952 million kilometers) in the game to date. That’s equal to more than three trips from the Earth to the Sun and back!

While the December “Hot Holidays” Car Pack is great news for the Forza community, car lovers can expect yet another car pack to coincide with the North American International Auto Show in Detroit early next year. Racing onto Xbox LIVE Marketplace on Jan. 12, 2010, this new pack will add more of the latest and greatest cars to the ever-growing “Forza Motorsport 3” roster. For more information on what “Forza Motorsport 3” has in store, stay tuned to Forzamotorsport.net as we reveal each of the January cars via exclusive community spy shots.

Finally, true car aficionados won’t want to miss the Limited Edition Fanatec® Porsche 911 Turbo S racing wheel – the perfect complement to the realistic “Forza Motorsport 3” simulation experience. For more information, visit: Fanatec.de.

Microsoft Announces That The Hyundai Genesis Coupe Car Pack Is Now Available To Download For Free

Microsoft have announced that the Forza 3 DLC, Hyundai Genesis Coupe Car pack, is now available to buy on the Xbox Live Market Place for Free. Included in the pack are the Rhys Millen Racing Red Bull Hyundai Genesis Coupe, HKS Genesis Coupe, And a one-of-a-kind Forza Motorsport 3 Genesis Coupe.

Microsoft have also revealed that in the next DLC Pack for Forza 3, Called " Hot Holidays Car pack", will be the recently revealed Ferrari 458 Italia. this new pack will be out on December 8th for 400 MS Points. The Audi S4 2010 will be available to download for free as a taster of the Hot Holidays Pack.

Hyundai Genesis Coupe Car Pack + Ferrari 458 Italia


Press Release

After launching to universal fan and critical acclaim on Oct. 27, the “Forza Motorsport 3” engine is still firing on all cylinders as today marks the release of the “Hyundai Genesis Coupe Car Pack,” downloadable for free on Xbox LIVE Marketplace. Additionally, Turn 10 and Microsoft are giving fans even more reasons to celebrate with the “Hot Holidays Car Pack” Game Add-on, including 10 late-model year cars available on Dec. 8.

The “Hyundai Genesis Coupe Car Pack,” now available for free on Xbox LIVE Marketplace, includes the Rhys Millen Racing Red Bull Hyundai Genesis Coupe, the HKS Genesis Coupe, and a one-of-a-kind “Forza Motorsport 3” Genesis Coupe. Now fans have the opportunity to expand their already-epic “Forza Motorsport 3” car rosters and experience for themselves several iconic variations of the 300-horsepower Genesis Coupe.

The “Hot Holidays Car Pack,” releasing Dec. 8 for 400 Microsoft points, will feature some of the world’s most anticipated super cars and purpose-built race cars of 2010, including the recently unveiled Ferrari 458 Italia. To give players a taste of the “Hot Holidays Car Pack,” the brand new 2010 Audi S4 will be available as a free download.

Since each of the vehicles in the “Hot Holidays Car Pack” comes with its own fanfare and unique place in motorsports’ present and future, the team at Turn 10 will be unveiling and diving deeper into each car over the next two weeks on Forzamotorsport.net. Auto aficionados should be sure to tune in for daily photo trivia contests to guess the model, make, and year of each car, with the chance to win real prizes and other in-game rewards within “Forza Motorsport 3.” Check Forzamotorsport.net for more info on this and all future Game Add-on news.

Microsoft Annoucnes The Hyundai Genesis Coupe Free DLC Pack For Forza 3

Microsoft has announced that from November 17th, the Free Hyundai genesis Coupe Pack will be available to download for Forza 3. The Genesis Coupes featured in this pack are the Rhys Millen Racing Red Bull Hyundai Genesis Coupe, HKS Genesis Coupe, and a one-of-a-kind Genesis Coupe. The Hyundai Genesis Coupe will also have its own race series in the Career mode of Forza 3.

Hyundai Genesis Coupe


Press Release

Few enthusiasts will ever get the chance to drive the 300-horsepower Genesis Coupe on a racetrack, but thanks to Forza Motorsport® 3, racing game enthusiasts will be able to test their driving skills in the Genesis Coupe in the game via a free vehicle add-on pack to be released November 17.
“Genesis Coupe’s participation in Forza Motorsport 3 will raise Hyundai’s awareness with driving enthusiasts and the very important youth segment,” said Joel Ewanick, vice president, Marketing, Hyundai Motor America. “The mission for Genesis Coupe was to create a pure performance car and for it to appear in such a realistic racing simulator is awesome.”

Developed by Turn 10 Studios, Forza Motorsport 3 lets players live out their dreams behind the wheel of more than 400 of the most-beloved cars, including a roster of Hyundai favorites. The vehicles can be driven on more than 100 renowned real-world tracks and exotic road courses from around the globe. Further fueling the imaginations of its evergreen community of painters, tuners and photographers, Forza Motorsport 3 features improved customization tools and brand new ways to share creations with the world via Xbox LIVE.

To celebrate the flourishing Forza community, Hyundai will be gifting a free downloadable vehicle package on Xbox LIVE® on November 17, 2009. The package will include the Rhys Millen Racing Red Bull Hyundai Genesis Coupe, HKS Genesis Coupe, and a one-of-a-kind Genesis Coupe. The Hyundai Genesis Coupe will also boast its own race series within the Career mode of the game. Hyundai is also developing an online photo and video upload contest for Forza gamers who can show off their best in-game photo and video of the Genesis Coupe in action.

Hyundai’s relationship with Microsoft developed out of a lust for high performance automobiles. The Microsoft team met with Hyundai staff at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas in November of 2008 to discuss possibilities around the upcoming 2010 Genesis Coupe, and consulted with Hyundai’s premier drift racer Rhys Millen to provide feedback.

“It is exciting to have your own car in a video game. I was very impressed with the realism of the game with things like hood pins and exhaust outlets showing up in precise detail,” says Millen, driver of the Red Bull Hyundai Genesis Coupe race car and founder of Rhys Millen Racing. “The Turn 10 game developers were very accurate in portraying the driving experience as well. For example, changing tires alters the handling of the car just like in the real world.”

Look for the free downloadable Hyundai vehicle package on Xbox LIVE Marketplace November 17!

Microsoft Has Released A New Trailer For Forza 3

Microsoft Has Released A New Trailer For Forza 3. this trailer is the same that's being used as an advert in the UK (It could be used else where). it shows racing and positive quotes from various sites/sources.

Microsoft Has Released Photo's From Their Forza 3 Launch Event

Microsoft Has Released Photo's From Their Forza 3 Launch Event. there were racing, games and cars.

Forza 3 launch pictures

Microsoft Announce Free Forza 3 DLC Will Be Available At The Games Release

Microsoft have announced that when Forza 3 launches, there will be Free DLC for the game which has 10 new cars. the cars are classic cars from the 50's, 60's, 70's and 80's.

· ’65 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA

· ’64 Aston Martin DB5 Vantage

· ’81 BMW M1

· ’60 Chevrolet Corvette

· ’69 Dodge Charger

· ’57 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa

· ’80 Fiat 131 Abarth

· ’67 Lamborghini Miura P400

· ’71 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R

· ’65 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe

Press Release

LONDON – 7 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 Oct. 23, 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 free 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-before-seen 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, 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 the first to fully paint, customize, 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 Oct. 27, 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 3.96 miles 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:

· ’65 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA

· ’64 Aston Martin DB5 Vantage

· ’81 BMW M1

· ’60 Chevrolet Corvette

· ’69 Dodge Charger

· ’57 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa

· ’80 Fiat 131 Abarth

· ’67 Lamborghini Miura P400

· ’71 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R

· ’65 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe

“Forza Motorsport 3” is rated PEGI 3+ for Everyone and will be available in the UK on Oct. 23, 2009.

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About Xbox 360

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Xbox LIVE connects more than 17 million members across 26 countries to each other and the entertainment they love. Home of more entertainment from one remote than can be found from any device connected to the television, Xbox LIVE is also a unified online social network bringing friends together, no matter where they are — in the living room or across the world. More information and Xbox LIVE membership can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/en-us/live.

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Microsoft Has Released A New Forza 3 Video Where RJ De Vera Talks About His Experience With The Game

Microsoft has released a new video for Forza 3. this video focuses on RJ De Vera and his experience with the game, RJ De Vera is a professional Car Designer. he talks about how he's worked with all 3 Forza games, from the first and driving them in the game and real life to get their handling's right, to recommending parts which should be used in the game to upgrade the cars.
RJ De Vera talks about the lengths gone to model the cars in game, how you can tune/upgrade the cars in the game, and also saying that there will be Cars which you can download via DLC. he also mentions that every car can be played from the beginning in a quick play mode.

Microsoft Announces A Forza 3 Super Elite Xbox 360 Bundle for £249.99

Microsoft has announced that a 250 GB Xbox 360 Elite is going to be bundled with Forza 3. the Forza 3 Super Elite Bundle also comes with two Xbox 360 Wireless Controllers, and an Xbox 360 Headset. it currently is set to come out on October 23rd and has a estimate retail price of £249.99.

Press Release

LONDON – 17 September 2009 - Xbox 360 today announces the release of the ultimate entertainment experience for petrol-heads and racing fanatics, the Xbox 360 Forza Motorsport 3 Super Elite Bundle. Exclusive to Xbox 360, Forza Motorsport 3 is the definitive racing game for everyone from hardcore tuners to anyone who’s ever dreamed of driving at full-throttle. Backed by breathtaking HD graphics and bone-jarring physics, players take the wheel of more than 400 of the most-beloved cars on over 100 renowned real-world tracks and exotic road courses from around the globe, while new customization and sharing tools will further fuel the imaginations of the thriving “Forza Motorsport” community on Xbox LIVE.

Racing to UK stores on the 23rd October, the Forza Motorsport 3 Super Elite Bundle features more storage space than ever before coming complete with a 250GB Hard Drive, two Xbox 360 Wireless Controllers, as well as an Xbox 360 Headset and a Standard Edition copy of Forza Motorsport 3 for an estimated retail price of £249.99.

Forza Motorsport 3 is rated PEGI 3+ and will be available on the 23rd October 2009. For the latest news and a deeper dive on the game please visithttp://forza.xbox.com and the Turn 10 twitter.

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About Xbox 360
Xbox 360 is a premier video game and entertainment system. It is home to the best and broadest games as well as the largest on-demand library of standard- and high-definition movies and TV shows connected to the television — with music coming this fall. The digital centre of the living room, Xbox 360 blends unbeatable content with the largest online social network connected to the television in the 20 million members on Xbox LIVE to create a limitless entertainment experience that can be shared at home or across the globe. With the addition of currently code-named “Project Natal,” Xbox 360 will forever transform social gaming and entertainment with a whole new way to play — no controller required. More information about “Project Natal” and Xbox 360 can be found online athttp://www.xbox.com/projectnatal and http://www.xbox.com.

About Xbox LIVE
Xbox LIVE is the largest gaming and entertainment network and delivers more entertainment than any device connected to the television, including movies, TV, music and games. This fall, Xbox LIVE will be the only entertainment service to provide instant-on 1080p streaming HD video from Zune video in supported countries. With an active community of more than 20 million people across 26 countries, Xbox LIVE lets you play the best games, enjoy the largest on-demand library and, coming soon, listen to millions of songs — all while connecting to friends anytime. An Xbox LIVE Gold Membership provides you with exclusive benefits and premium access to entertainment from the top studios and services, all in one place. More information about Xbox LIVE can be found online athttp://www.xbox.com/live.

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Microsft Announce That Forza 3 Will Feature 29 Ferrari Cars

Microsoft have annoucned that the latest Forza 3 game will feature 29 cars. these include the Ferrari 250 GTO, Ferrari 512 TR, Ferrari F40, Ferrari Enzo, and Ferrari 430 Scuderia.
Its also been announced that they have created a new track based of the Amalfi Coast of Italy. there are two configurations, the circuit is 3KM long whilst the Rally configuration is 19 KM long.

Forza 3 Ferrari Cars


Press Release

This October, the universally recognized “cavallino rampante” of Ferrari’s prancing stallion badge makes its return in “Forza Motorsport 3,” the highly anticipated racing experience from Turn 10 exclusively for Xbox 360. As the perfect complement to “Forza Motorsport 3’s” sizable Ferrari roster, Turn 10 is also lifting the curtain on an originally designed track, the Amalfi Coast, where fans will enjoy both point-to-point and circuit racing as they speed through the scenic landscape of Italy’s rustic coastline.

As Ferrari takes center stage at the Frankfurt Auto Show in Germany, Microsoft and Turn 10 are excited to announce that “Forza Motorsport 3” will include 29 models from the legendary manufacturer, including iconic cars such as the Ferrari 250 GTO, Ferrari 512 TR, Ferrari F40, Ferrari Enzo, and Ferrari 430 Scuderia at the title’s release.

To properly showcase all of the amazing Ferrari models that players will find in “Forza Motorsport 3,” Turn 10 will be showcasing all 29 models on Forzamotorsport.net, starting today and running for the remainder of the week. These reveals will include exclusive screenshots and information on each model, as well as a few surprises, so be sure to tune in daily. For the latest updates on all things “Forza Motorsport” as well as a chance to give feedback and ask questions, follow Turn 10 on twitter (@turn10studios).

Additionally, to help complete the Italian racing experience, “Forza Motorsport 3” takes racers on a tour through one of the most beautiful destinations in the world – the luxurious Amalfi Coast of Italy. Inspired by the picturesque environments of the coastline, the originally designed Amalfi Coast track is sure to be a fan-favorite for showing off breathtaking videos and screenshots captured in “Forza Motorsport 3’s” video export and photo modes. As a circuit, the Amalfi coast is 3 kilometers of challenging narrow cobblestone roads, beautiful beachside vistas, and tight tunnels. In its “Rally di Positano” configuration, the Amalfi Coast is over 19 kilometers of white-knuckled tarmac rally heaven. Fans of point-to-point racing will love getting from point A to point B on the many stages of the Amalfi Coast.

“Forza Motorsport 3” is rated E for Everyone and will be available in the U.S. on Oct. 27, 2009, Europe on Oct. 23, and Asia on Oct. 22. For a deeper dive on the cars in today’s reveal and upcoming announcements in the coming days, please visit http://forza.xbox.com and the Turn 10 twitter.

Forza 3 Has Gone Gold, Demo Coming September 24th, And New Intro Movie

Microsoft has announced that Forza3 has gone Gold and is still set for an October 23rd release. Microsoft have also announced that a demo for the game is coming out on September 24th. the demo has live leaderboards, like those in the full retail game, and gives the player the Camino Viejo Track as well as 5 cars:

• 2007 Porsche #80 Flying Lizard 911 GT3-RSR
• 2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro
• 2009 Ferrari California
• 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X GSR
• 2009 Mini John Cooper Works



Press Release

LONDON – 11 September 2009 - The white flag waves as “Forza Motorsport 3” has Gone Gold, entering its final lap before launching on Oct. 23 exclusively on Xbox 360. To mark the occasion, Microsoft and Turn 10 today confirmed that a demo of the highly anticipated title will arrive on Xbox LIVE Marketplace starting Sept. 24.

The new demo lets you get behind the wheel of five of the world’s most amazing cars on the full circuit of the game’s Camino Viejo track. The demo includes five playable cars:
• 2007 Porsche #80 Flying Lizard 911 GT3-RSR
• 2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro
• 2009 Ferrari California
• 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X GSR
• 2009 Mini John Cooper Works

You will be able to drive all of the cars in the demo in full cock-pit view as well as experience damage, rollover and try out the game’s new rewind feature as you take turns on a beautiful Spanish mountain course inspired by the Montserrat region just outside of Barcelona, Spain. When logged into Xbox LIVE, the demo will also support official leaderboards for lap times, giving you a further taste of what players will experience in “Forza Motorsport 3.”

With today’s Gone Gold announcement and the recent announcements around the fan-designed R8 V10 5.2 FSI quattro and the exclusive Limited Collector’s Edition (which includes 10 exclusive bonus cars, VIP community status, and more), there has never been a better time to pre-order “Forza Motorsport 3.”

See you at the finish line.
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About Xbox 360
Xbox 360 is a premier video game and entertainment system. It is home to the best and broadest games as well as the largest on-demand library of standard- and high-definition movies and TV shows connected to the television — with music coming this fall. The digital center of the living room, Xbox 360 blends unbeatable content with the largest online social network of 20 million members on Xbox LIVE to create a limitless entertainment experience that can be shared at home or across the globe. With the addition of currently code-named “Project Natal,” Xbox 360 will forever transform social gaming and entertainment with a whole new way to play — no controller required. More information about “Project Natal” and Xbox 360 can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/projectnatal and http://www.xbox.com.

About Xbox LIVE
Xbox LIVE is the largest gaming and entertainment network and delivers more entertainment than any device connected to the television, including movies, TV and games, with music coming this fall. This fall, Xbox LIVE also will be the only entertainment service to provide instant-on 1080p streaming high-definition video from Zune in supported countries. With an active community of more than 20 million people across 26 countries, Xbox LIVE lets you play the best games, enjoy the largest on-demand library and, coming soon, listen to millions of songs — all while connecting to friends anytime. An Xbox LIVE Gold Membership provides you with exclusive benefits and premium access to entertainment from the top studios and services, all in one place. More information about Xbox LIVE can be found online athttp://www.xbox.com/live.

About Microsoft September
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Screenshots Of V8 Super Cars In Forza 3

Microsoft has announced that Forza 3 will feature V8 Super Cars. the game features 4 versions of the Holden Commodore and Ford Falcon, each with a specific team branding from the Australian/New Zealand championship. The Teams And Car Makers Are As Follows.

Holden
#2 Toll Holden Racing Team Commodore VE
#33 Garry Rogers Team Commodore VE
#39 Supercheap Auto Racing Commodore VE
#51 Sprint Gas Racing Commodore VE

Ford
#1 Team Vodafone FG Falcon
#5 Ford Performance Racing FG Falcon
#9 Stone Brothers Racing FG Falcon
#25 Britek Motorsport FG Falcon

Forza 3 V8 Super Cars


Press Release

V8 Supercar racing is on the rise, quickly becoming a popular spectator sport around the world, in addition to being the fan-favorite race type in Australia and New Zealand. Sept. 11-13 will mark Supercar racing’s L&H 500 Phillip Island, so it’s only fitting that the racing enthusiasts at Turn 10 would reveal that “Forza Motorsport 3” will feature eight versions of the well-known Holden Commodore and Ford Falcon when the game releases on October 22nd in Asia, October 23rd in Europe and October 27th in North America.

Often referred to by fans as a hybrid between NASCAR and the British Touring Car Championships, the V8 Supercar series runs strictly homologated 5.0 liter pushrod V8 engine cars from manufacturers Holden and Ford. The fact that the two cars used by the 19 teams in the league consist of the Holden Commodore and the Ford Falcon is no coincidence; in Australia, both the Commodore and the Falcon are popular people-movers and the drama of the on-track rivalry between Holden and Ford is something unique to pop-culture Down Under. Unlike NASCAR, the V8 Supercar races are held on road courses as opposed to ovals, with drivers battling for position, often with full-contact results.

The team at Turn 10 is pleased to encourage this budding branch of racing, as “Forza Motorsport 3” will include Falcons from Team Vodafone, Ford Performance, Stone Brothers, and Britek Motorsport, and Commodores from Toll Holden Racing, Garry Rogers Racing, Supercheap Auto Racing, and Sprint Gas Racing.

All cars will feature immaculately rendered interiors and extensively reinforced cockpits to handle any collision or rollover, just like their real life counterparts. Players will realistically experience their favorite V8s to a degree that, until now, was only possible in their dreams.