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First thing you do after unwrapping the Xbox 360 Holiday Bundle this Saturday? Download Alan Wake. Then! Hit the Marketplace to go car shopping* for Forza 3. Four car pack add-ons are on sale through Sunday, headlining the year-end Xbox Live DLC offerings.

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Select Forza 3 car packs discounted on Xbox Live this week originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 20 Dec 2010 13:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Avatar-MarketplaceDeal-of-the-WeekDLCForza-3microsoftXBLMxboxMon, 20 Dec 2010 13:15:00 EST<![CDATA[End-of-year deals and content for Xbox Live Marketplace]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/16/end-of-year-deals-and-content-for-xbox-live-marketplace/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/16/end-of-year-deals-and-content-for-xbox-live-marketplace/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/16/end-of-year-deals-and-content-for-xbox-live-marketplace/#comments

The end of the year is quickly drawing upon us. While many are scrambling to grab those last-minute gifts for friends, loved ones and that guy you got for the office Secret Santa for whom you have no idea what to get (protip: give him an Xbox Live points card and steer 'em here), those who may have procrastinated a bit less than the rest of us can treat themselves with some Xbox Live goodies. Major Nelson posted up the deals and content set to arrive during the final third of this month, which you can see in full past the break.

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End-of-year deals and content for Xbox Live Marketplace originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 16 Dec 2010 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>battlefield-bad-company-2-vietnamForza-3Forza-Motorsport-3microsoftxblaxblmxboxXbox-LiveXbox-Live-Arcadexbox-live-deal-of-the-weekxbox-live-goldxbox-live-marketplaceThu, 16 Dec 2010 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza 3 'community choice classics' DLC adds 10 cars, hits Dec. 14]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/10/forza-3-community-choice-classics-dlc-adds-10-cars-hits-dec/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/10/forza-3-community-choice-classics-dlc-adds-10-cars-hits-dec/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/10/forza-3-community-choice-classics-dlc-adds-10-cars-hits-dec/#comments

With all the hype surrounding the likes of Gran Turismo 5 and Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit, Forza Motorsport 3 dev Turn 10 Studios would like owners of its Xbox 360-exclusive racing sim to know that they're not forgotten. To that end, it's releasing the Community Choice Classics pack on December 14 for 400 Microsoft Points ($5), featuring 10 new cars voted into the game by fans.

For us, the highlight of the pack is the 1982 DeLorean DMC-12. (We probably shouldn't tell Turn 10 it could've just sold the car by itself for $5 and called it a day.) You'll find the full list of cars after the ~~brake~~ break, and remember: just like election day, you can't complain about the winners if you didn't vote. Well, you can, but you'll sound like a big jerk.

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Forza 3 'community choice classics' DLC adds 10 cars, hits Dec. 14 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 10 Dec 2010 15:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>classic-cars-community-packDeLoreandlcforzaForza-3Forza-Motorsport-3microsoftMicrosoft-Game-Studiosracingrelease-dateturn-10xboxFri, 10 Dec 2010 15:29:00 EST<![CDATA[Highlights from this month's Xbox Marketplace deals and releases]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/02/highlights-from-this-months-xbox-marketplace-deals-and-releases/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/02/highlights-from-this-months-xbox-marketplace-deals-and-releases/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/02/highlights-from-this-months-xbox-marketplace-deals-and-releases/#comments

Major Nelson has posted his monthly preview of upcoming Xbox Marketplace content, which receives the obligatory winter "wrapping" this time of year. Additionally, Microsoft is offering 400 points back for purchasing a pair of qualifying XBLA titles this month. Complete details are after the break.

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Highlights from this month's Xbox Marketplace deals and releases originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 02 Dec 2010 18:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>army-of-two-the-40th-dayavatar-marketplacebattlefield-bad-company-2community-choice-classics-packdeal-of-the-weekdecember-bonusdlcforza-3games-on-demandmarvel-comic-table-packmicrosoftpinball-fx-2release-datestar-wars-the-force-unleashed-2trials-hdxblaxblmxboxThu, 02 Dec 2010 18:20:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza 3 'Ultimate Collection' rated by OFLC]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/08/23/forza-3-ultimate-collection-rated-by-oflc/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/08/23/forza-3-ultimate-collection-rated-by-oflc/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/08/23/forza-3-ultimate-collection-rated-by-oflc/#commentsFiled under: Weird But True, Opinions, New In Pop Culture

Evidence has surfaced that Microsoft plans to re-release Turn 10's Forza 3, seemingly as an "Ultimate Collection" with what we can assume would include much, if not all of the game's downloadable content. Australia's OFLC ratings board has listed the potential encore package -- which, if released this holiday, would appear to be a friendly challenge to Sony's long-awaited Gran Turismo 5.

Additional retail sources could not immediately corroborate the Forza 3 Motorsport: Ultimate Collection listing, but we'll update as this story develops.

Forza 3 'Ultimate Collection' rated by OFLC originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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What most people don't tell you about the fast lane is that it's quite expensive. It's not that the lane itself is paved in gold -- it's that the faster a car goes, the more money it seems to cost. Thankfully, video games allow us to experience this thrill at an affordable price, and this week's Xbox Live Deal of the Week is all about joining the racing elite on the cheap.

Five Forza Motorsport 3 DLC packs have each been discounted by 40 percent this week (through Sunday), bringing them down a mere $3 a piece. You can see more details about the packs by checking out the links below.

Xbox.com: Add Auto Week Car Show Pack to your Xbox 360 download queue (240 MSP / $3)
Xbox.com: Add Hot Holidays Car Pack to your Xbox 360 download queue (240 MSP / $3)
Xbox.com: Add Jalopnik Car Pack to your Xbox 360 download queue (240 MSP / $3)
Xbox.com: Add Nürburgring GP Track Pack to your Xbox 360 download queue (240 MSP / $3)
Xbox.com: Add The Road & Track Car Pack to your Xbox 360 download queue (240 MSP / $3)

Forza 3 DLC is this week's Xbox Live deal originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 02 Aug 2010 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>deal-of-the-weekdlcforzaForza-3Forza-Motorsport-3microsoftturn-1turn-10-studiosxblmxboxxbox-livexbox-live-deal-of-the-weekMon, 02 Aug 2010 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza 3 'World Class Car Pack' rides onto Xbox Marketplace]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/13/forza-3-world-class-car-pack-rides-onto-xbox-marketplace/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/13/forza-3-world-class-car-pack-rides-onto-xbox-marketplace/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/13/forza-3-world-class-car-pack-rides-onto-xbox-marketplace/#commentsFiled under: Weird But True, Opinions, New In Pop Culture

A wise man once said, "One can never have too many exotic sportscars." Or maybe it was a rich man. Either way, the lastest Forza Motorsport 3 add-on, the World Class Car Pack, is now available for 400 Microsoft Point ($5). The full list of new cars is posted after the break.

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Forza 3 'World Class Car Pack' rides onto Xbox Marketplace originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 13 Jul 2010 16:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>DLCForza-3Forza-Motorsport-3microsoftMicrosoft-Game-StudiosTurn-10XBLMxboxTue, 13 Jul 2010 16:10:00 EST<![CDATA[Snag the Splinter Cell Xbox 360 Elite bundle for $325]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/14/snag-the-splinter-cell-xbox-360-elite-bundle-for-325/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/14/snag-the-splinter-cell-xbox-360-elite-bundle-for-325/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/14/snag-the-splinter-cell-xbox-360-elite-bundle-for-325/#comments

We know how it is. You've had your eyes on the Splinter Cell Conviction Xbox 360 Elite bundle for weeks now. "I want it!," you say, "But it's so expensive." You're in luck, because it looks like Sam Fisher did some 'negotiating' with Dell and got the company to knock a full $75 off the price, making it a cool $324.99. It's worth noting that Dell seems to have the bundle details incorrect. The bundle includes two wireless controllers, not one, and a 250GB hard drive as opposed to a 120GB model. It also does not include an HDMI cable, an accessory Microsoft stopped bundling with Elites some time ago.

If $325 is still a bit too steep, you can also grab the Xbox 360 Elite Spring bundle, which includes Halo 3: ODST, Forza Motorsport 3, one wireless controller and a 120GB hard drive for just $269 ($30 off the usual price). Act now and you'll still have time to get in on the Halo: Reach beta. Lest you haven't heard, it has jetpacks.

[Via Destructoid]

Snag the Splinter Cell Xbox 360 Elite bundle for $325 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 14 May 2010 18:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bundledealForzaforza-3forza-motorsport-3halohalo-3-odstSplinter-Cellsplinter-cell-convictionxbox-360xbox-360-eliteFri, 14 May 2010 18:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza Motorsport 3 $10 off on Amazon]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/26/forza-motorsport-3-10-off-on-amazon/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/26/forza-motorsport-3-10-off-on-amazon/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/26/forza-motorsport-3-10-off-on-amazon/#comments

A quick note for any driving simulation fans that have yet to dive into Forza Motorsport 3: Amazon is currently offering Turn 10's latest opus as a Gold Box deal. The game is selling new for $49.99, making it $10 cheaper than the retail price. Of course, if you've waited this long without picking up a new copy, you could probably pick up a used copy for less. Then again, there's no telling whose grubby little fingers have been groping those, so new certainly has its advantages.

Forza Motorsport 3 $10 off on Amazon originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>amazonforza-3forza-motorsportforza-motorsport-3turn-10Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Microsoft confirms Bayonetta/Forza 3 bundle for Japan]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/22/microsoft-confirms-bayonetta-forza-3-bundle-for-japan/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/22/microsoft-confirms-bayonetta-forza-3-bundle-for-japan/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/22/microsoft-confirms-bayonetta-forza-3-bundle-for-japan/#comments

Microsoft is putting on its best marketing face to try and sell some Xbox 360s in Japan, hence a new Xbox 360 Elite bundle -- last week's rumored bundle. The new pack includes a copy of Forza 3 and Bayonetta on top of all the usual trimmings that come with an Xbox 360 Elite -- all for a cool ¥29,800 ($319.48).

It's one of the more unique software bundles we've seen, to tell the truth, but a nice way to entice Japanese gamers. Each title comes from an opposite side of the spectrum: Forza 3 is a diehard racing sim with an emphasis on cool, calculative driving, whereas Bayonetta is a frenetic action game with an emphasis on giant, ambiguous animals and riding motorcycles in space.

The bundle is available to Japanese consumers right now.

[Via Kotaku]

Microsoft confirms Bayonetta/Forza 3 bundle for Japan originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bayonettabundleforza-3japanplatinum-gamessegaturn-10turn-10-studiosThu, 22 Apr 2010 14:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Splinter Cell and Forza gear on Avatar Marketplace]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/15/splinter-cell-and-forza-gear-on-avatar-marketplace/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/15/splinter-cell-and-forza-gear-on-avatar-marketplace/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/15/splinter-cell-and-forza-gear-on-avatar-marketplace/#comments

Getting tired of looking at the same old, boring Avatar? Of course you are, so why not dress him or her up in some fancy new duds? You're in luck, because two new batches of Avatar goodies have landed on Xbox Live Marketplace. First up, there's a new Splinter Cell: Conviction collection and yes, before you ask, Sam's trademark goggles are up for grabs. On the other side of the proverbial track is a new collection of Forza Motorsport 3 goodies. While there are plenty of items for sale, the only one you really need to know about is the RC car. Browse each collection via the links below.

Source - Splinter Cell: Conviction Avatar apparel on Xbox.com
Source - Forza Motorsport 3 Avatar apparel on Xbox.com

Splinter Cell and Forza gear on Avatar Marketplace originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 15 Apr 2010 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Good news for the digital gearheads and livery artists out there, as new DLC for Forza Motorsport 3 is available on Xbox Live Marketplace. Up for grabs is the Road & Track Pack, which is being released in cooperation with Road & Track magazine. The pack includes ten new cars for 400

($5).

As usual, Turn 10 is also offering a free sample car, the adorable MINI Coupé Concept seen above, to give players a taste of the content included in the pack. See the full list of cars below and check out stats for each on the official Forza website.

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

Xbox.com: Add The Road & Track Car Sample to your Xbox 360 download queue
Xbox.com: Add The Road & Track Car Car Pack to your Xbox 360 download queue ($5)

Forza 3 Road & Track DLC out now originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dlcForzaforza-3forza-motorsportforza-motorsport-3mgsmicrosoft-game-studiosturn-10xblmTue, 13 Apr 2010 16:46:00 EST<![CDATA[New 360 Elite bundle includes Halo 3: ODST and Forza 3 for $300]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/06/new-360-elite-bundle-includes-halo-3-odst-and-forza-3-for-300/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/06/new-360-elite-bundle-includes-halo-3-odst-and-forza-3-for-300/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/06/new-360-elite-bundle-includes-halo-3-odst-and-forza-3-for-300/#comments

Are you preparing to buy your first ever Xbox 360, and are looking for the best value for your money? Alternatively, did your Xbox 360 just commit ritual seppuku, and now you're looking for a SKU that comes bundled with some good games? Both parties are in luck -- Amazon recently added a listing for an Xbox 360 Elite Spring 2010 bundle, which includes Halo 3: ODST, Forza Motorsport 3 and a 120GB hard drive for just $299.99. According to the listing, this bundle will go on sale next Tuesday, March 9 -- the same day the $399 Final Fantasy XIII bundle hits Amazon's virtual store shelves.

We're extremely excited about this news -- not because it's a great deal (though it really, really is), but because it's allowed us to break the world record for "Most Times Using The Number '3' In A Single Headline." Thanks for making this dream possible, Microsoft.

[Via 1UP]

New 360 Elite bundle includes Halo 3: ODST and Forza 3 for $300 originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 06 Mar 2010 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Turn 10's Forza 3 has managed to attain double platinum status -- dubs plat in "cool kid" speak. Microsoft announced that the game sold over two million copies since its October release. The racer took just over a month to surpass one million sales, and has clearly been doing laps around the money pit ever since.

And hey, if you're wondering what you're missing in all of this hot pedal-on-metal action, there's a demo on Xbox Live right now.

High-speed banking: Forza 3 sells two million copies originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ForzaForza Motorsport 3forza-3ForzaMotorsport3Microsoftracingsalesturn-10turn-10-studiosXbox-360Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza 3 Nurburgring GP Circuit track DLC out now]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/09/forza-3-nurburgring-gp-circuit-track-dlc-out-now/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/09/forza-3-nurburgring-gp-circuit-track-dlc-out-now/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/09/forza-3-nurburgring-gp-circuit-track-dlc-out-now/#comments

Attention gear heads and livery lovers, there's a brand new track available for Forza Motorsport 3. The Nürburgring GP Track Pack is now out on Xbox Live Marketplace. As the name suggests, the DLC gives players access to the Nürburgring Grand Prix Circuit, offering both short loops and full loops for races. Should you be interested in laying some rubber on this track, or just showing off your latest artistic creation, Nürburgring will run you 400

($5).

Shortcut: Download the Nuburgring GP Track Pack [via Xbox.com]

Forza 3 Nurburgring GP Circuit track DLC out now originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dlcforzaforza-3forza-motorsportforza-motorsport-3xblmTue, 09 Feb 2010 17:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza 3 director on 60fps, Gran Turismo 5]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/05/forza-3-director-on-60fps-gran-turismo-5/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/05/forza-3-director-on-60fps-gran-turismo-5/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/05/forza-3-director-on-60fps-gran-turismo-5/#comments

VG247 has posted an interview with Forza Motorsport 3 director, Dan Greenwalt. Perhaps the most interesting bit is Greenwalt's explanation of why developer Turn 10 was so intent on making the game run at 60 frames per second. According to Greenwalt, racers that run at 30fps have "visual shuttering artifacts," which developers are forced to cover up with motion blur. This, he said, takes up GPU resources for other features. Beyond that, he noted that the 60fps benchmark was essential to the "feel" of the game and the responsive nature of the controls. "I'm sure you would get a similar response from Infinity Ward regarding Call of Duty," said Greenwalt.

When asked what he thought about Gran Turismo 5, and whether he was looking forward to it, Greenwalt said that "all good game developers look at what their competitors are doing." He stated that he has been "a long-time fan" of the series, though he added, "At this point, after so many missed releases, it's nearly impossible to say what GT5 will be or when it will ship." That said, Greenwalt believes that Gran Turismo 5 will be "a good racing game." Not exactly "No game competes with us," is it?

The interview also covers some interesting statistics, like the fact that players have driven over 1.1 billion miles in online Forza 3 races. Check out the full interview for more stats and insights on the game's development.

Forza 3 director on 60fps, Gran Turismo 5 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 05 Feb 2010 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forzaforza-3forza-motorsportforza-motorsport-3gran-turismo-5Microsoftmicrosoft-game-studiosXbox-360Fri, 05 Feb 2010 01:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Future Forza 3 DLC cars decided by fan vote]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/26/future-forza-3-dlc-cars-decided-by-fan-vote/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/26/future-forza-3-dlc-cars-decided-by-fan-vote/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/26/future-forza-3-dlc-cars-decided-by-fan-vote/#comments

Turn 10 is giving players a chance to vote for the vehicles that will be included in a future Forza Motorsport 3 DLC release. Running until January 29, a poll on car enthusiast site Jalopnik.com features 120 vehicles for players to choose from, focusing specifically on "iconic" and "classic" rides.

The partnership with Jalopnik doesn't end there; March's Forza 3 DLC pack will feature the most "coveted 2009 and 2010 models" as chosen by the site's editors. If you're looking for your favorite whip to make the cut, you best make your click. Wait, what's this? The Batmobile is not on the list? Where's the option for a write-in candidate, huh?

Future Forza 3 DLC cars decided by fan vote originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 26 Jan 2010 15:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dlcforzaforza-3forza-motorsport-3pollturn-10xbox-liveTue, 26 Jan 2010 15:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Be an auto show-off: Forza 3 'AutoWeek' car pack is out]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/12/forza-3-autoweek-car-pack-is-out/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/12/forza-3-autoweek-car-pack-is-out/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/12/forza-3-autoweek-car-pack-is-out/#comments

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The North American International Auto Show is underway in Detroit, and to coincide with and commemorate this year's event, Turn 10 has rolled out a line of 10 downloadable cars for Forza Motorsport 3 -- many of which are on display in Rock City. The "AutoWeek Car Show Pack" is available now from the Xbox Live Marketplace and includes (among other rides) the 2010 Audi RS 6 seen in the above screenshot. While the actual car costs more than $120,000 in the "real world," it and the nine other virtual rides can be had for 400

($5). [Shortcut: Add AutoWeek Car Show Pack to your download queue; via Xbox.com]

Check out the full car list after the ~~brake~~ break.

Gallery: Forza 3 AutoWeek Car Show Pack

Continue reading Be an auto show-off: Forza 3 'AutoWeek' car pack is out

Be an auto show-off: Forza 3 'AutoWeek' car pack is out originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 12 Jan 2010 18:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>autoweek-car-show-packDetroit-Auto-Showdlcforza-3microsoft-game-studiosturn-10xblmTue, 12 Jan 2010 18:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza 3 sales surpass 1m units; premium DLC released]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/08/forza-3-sales-surpass-1-million-units-premium-dlc-released/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/08/forza-3-sales-surpass-1-million-units-premium-dlc-released/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/08/forza-3-sales-surpass-1-million-units-premium-dlc-released/#comments

[Paul J. Taylor]

Since its late October launch, Forza 3 has sped into over 1 million homes worldwide, marking a commercial milestone for Turn 10's critically acclaimed racer. In conjunction with today's release of the game's second and now premium DLC car pack (the first one's always free, ain't it?), dubbed "Hot Holidays," Microsoft has tallied up some Forza 3 stats.

According to the publisher, players have so far tracked 6.6 million hours and 590 million collective miles -- no word on flats or oil changes. Microsoft's Aaron Greenberg tweets that "more than 4M [million] auction bids" have lead to "$18.7 billion" virtual dollars spent (we have to imagine at least a billion went to that gorgeous coop pictured above). Of course, Microsoft has its eye on the real dollars, offering today's 10-car pack for 400

($5). The full list of cars is posted after the break.

Additionally, a second premium pack has been confirmed for January 12, and -- wouldn't you know it -- that date coincides with the kick-off of the Detroit International Auto Show. You think that was planned?

Gallery: Forza 3 DLC -- Hot Holiday pack

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Forza 3 sales surpass 1m units; premium DLC released originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aaron-greenbergcarsdigital-distributiondlcdownloadable-contentforzaforza-3forza-motorsportforza-motorsport-3hot-holidaysMicrosoftracingturn-10xblmXbox-360Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Rumor: Toys R Us Black Friday deals leaked]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/16/rumor-toys-r-us-black-friday-deals-leaked/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/16/rumor-toys-r-us-black-friday-deals-leaked/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/16/rumor-toys-r-us-black-friday-deals-leaked/#comments

Don't want to grow up or pay full price for video games? A list of purported Black Friday game deals for Toys R Us has shown up online, with a few temporary price drops that may justify a late night or early morning trip to TRU on November 27.

Most of the great deals are "5AM Doorbusters," which means that if you have yet to pick up Halo 3: ODST, Need for Speed Shift, or Forza 3, they'll all be $34.99 ... at 5AM. Good luck! Also marked down at that obscenely early hour: Dead Space Extraction, which most of you have yet to pick up. It'll be just $24.99. Whether any of that is worth getting up at ridiculous o'clock to fight each other over is your call. See the full list of deals here.

[Thanks Pete!]

Check out Joystiq's Black Friday Game Deals Hub or jump to a retailer guide below:

Best Buy | GameStop | Kmart & Sears | Target | Toys"R"Us | Walmart

For more Black Friday coverage, check out Black Friday Deals, Cyber Monday Sales,
And other Black Friday 2009 stories today from Walletpop.com

Rumor: Toys R Us Black Friday deals leaked originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>black-fridayblack-friday-2009dead-space-extractionforza-3halo-3-odstholidazeholidaze-2009Microsoftneed-for-speed-shiftNintendotoys-r-usWiiXbox-360Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:36:00 EST<![CDATA[Hyundai Genesis Coupe coming to Forza 3 for free]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/03/hyundai-genesis-coupe-coming-to-forza-3-for-free/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/03/hyundai-genesis-coupe-coming-to-forza-3-for-free/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/03/hyundai-genesis-coupe-coming-to-forza-3-for-free/#comments

In one of those "We feel sort of gross about this, but it's okay 'cause we get something cool for free" kinda ways, Microsoft today announced a partnership with Hyundai to bring the Genesis Coupe to Forza 3 as DLC on November 17. And not just one measly version, but three: a Rhys Millen Racing Red Bull Hundai Genesis Coupe, an HKS Genesis Coupe, and a "one of a kind" Genesis Coupe will arrive as a pack - free of charge! And though the name Hyundai may not exactly be synonymous with high speed racing, we're assured their modded counterparts will help to clear any misconceptions.

Hyundai Genesis Coupe coming to Forza 3 for free originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dlcforzaforza-3forza-motorsportforza-motorsport-3freegenesis-coupehyundaihyundai-genesisracingturn-10turn-10-studiosTue, 03 Nov 2009 15:05:00 EST<![CDATA[PES 2010 is top seller in UK, Forza and FIFA close behind]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/26/pes-2010-is-top-seller-in-uk-forza-and-fifa-close-behind/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/26/pes-2010-is-top-seller-in-uk-forza-and-fifa-close-behind/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/26/pes-2010-is-top-seller-in-uk-forza-and-fifa-close-behind/#comments

Man, when is Europe going to get over this whole soccer thing? Not only do they love the real-life sport to an unhealthy degree, often leading to gang formation and general acts of hooliganism, but they also possess a collective, soul-crushing addiction for the game's many virtual representations. For instance, Konami's Pro Evolution Soccer 2010 debuted in the top sales spot for UK last week, bumping former first-place finisher FIFA 10 down to third place.

Nestled betwixt these two was Forza Motorsports 3, which admittedly has little to do with soccer. Fourth and fifth place went to Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games and WWE Smackdown vs. Raw 2010 respectively, which have even less to do with soccer -- though the appearance of a wrestling game in the top five gives us hope for the nation. Now there's a sport.

Source -- PES 2010 Scores All Formats No1 [Chart Track]
Source -- All formats chart [Chart Track]

PES 2010 is top seller in UK, Forza and FIFA close behind originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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When Forza Motorsport 3 ships on October 27, the retail package will include two discs: One with the actual game and a second with additional content. While the process of importing the tracks from disc two is a relatively simple procedure, we've developed a quick video to show the process in action.

In order to get all of the game's additional content, racing fans will need to have 1.9GB of hard drive space available to import the entire disc. However, as outlined in the video, players can also choose which content they wish to install if space (or interest) is an issue. A complete listing of the game's disc two vehicles and circuits can be found after the break.

Also of note: Microsoft has revealed all new copies of Forza 3 will include a download token for ten classic vehicles and two additional circuits.

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Video: Importing content from Forza 3's second disc originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forzaforza-3forza-motorsport-3import-processMicrosoftmicrosoft-game-studiosracingturn-10tutorialvideoXbox-360Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza 3 offers exclusive DLC to those who buy new]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/07/forza-3-offers-exclusive-dlc-to-those-who-buy-new/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/07/forza-3-offers-exclusive-dlc-to-those-who-buy-new/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/07/forza-3-offers-exclusive-dlc-to-those-who-buy-new/#comments

Turn 10 doesn't want you camping out at the GameStop and waiting for the first trade-in of Forza 3. Microsoft has announced launch-day incentives in the form of exclusive DLC, packed in for new purchasers. Those who acquire Forza 3 new will get access to two extra race tracks, Benchmark High Speed Ring and Sidewinder Proving Grounds, as well as the Legends Car Pack, a bundle of 10 classic automobiles.

'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

It remains to be seen whether these downloads will eventually become available for purchase on the Xbox Live Marketplace. For now, the content can only be acquired through an in-package token, shipping with new copies of the game on October 27th.

Forza 3 offers exclusive DLC to those who buy new originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dlcforza-3legends-car-packMicrosoftracingturn-10turn-10-studiosXbox-360xbox-liveWed, 07 Oct 2009 14:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Xbox Live Top 10: Halo 3, Trials HD, Forza 3 demo]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/06/xbox-live-top-10-halo-3-trials-hd-forza-3-demo/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/06/xbox-live-top-10-halo-3-trials-hd-forza-3-demo/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/06/xbox-live-top-10-halo-3-trials-hd-forza-3-demo/#comments

As our more astute readers likely gathered from this very post's headline, another week has gone, so it's about time we checked in with Major Nelson to see what made his list of the most-played games on Xbox Live. Unsurprisingly, Bungie's dynamic duo of Halo 3 and Halo 3: ODST managed to do well, taking the first and third spots, respectively -- Call of Duty 4 was in the second slot, while Forza 3's demo managed to get some play time on folks' boxes, taking a tight turn into the seventh place spot.

On the XBLA side, Trials HD did backflips to the top of the list, beating out recent releases Zombie Apocalypse and Bust-A-Move Live!. The remainder of the XBLA list saw favorites Battlefield 1943 and Shadow Complex rounding out the bottom end of the top five.

Xbox Live Top 10: Halo 3, Trials HD, Forza 3 demo originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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While rushing to make an appointment to get hands-on time with Crackdown 2, we overheard two Microsoft exhibitors discussing the reception of the recently released Forza Motorsport 3 demo.

Microsoft Rep #1: "Seems like a lot of people like the demo."
Microsoft Rep #2: "Yeah, well we really like that GT5 release date!"

With Gran Turismo 5 launching in 2010, it looks like Forza Motorsport 3 won't have much traffic to contend with when it launches this October. And boy, is Microsoft happy about it.

Overheard@TGS: At least someone's happy ... originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 25 Sep 2009 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-3gran-turismo-5gt5microsoftoverheardpolyphony-digitalsonytgstgs-2009turn-10Fri, 25 Sep 2009 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Ferrari 458 Italia announced for Forza 3, coming as DLC 'this holiday']]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/23/ferrari-458-italia-announced-for-forza-3-coming-as-dlc-this-ho/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/23/ferrari-458-italia-announced-for-forza-3-coming-as-dlc-this-ho/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/23/ferrari-458-italia-announced-for-forza-3-coming-as-dlc-this-ho/#comments

It was only a few months ago that Ferrari officially unveiled the successor to the F430 in the much rumored Ferrari 458 Italia. With Forza 3 just over a month away, we can certainly understand how developer Turn 10 couldn't find extra time to fully develop the brand new car for its game. Even though the game went gold recently, the developer got right back to work, announcing recently that the mid-engine V8 monster will arrive as DLC this holiday. There's even a sweet video of the car in action that you can see above (and compare it with the real thing found after the break).

We pressed Microsoft for a price and only heard back, "We're not announcing any other details about the Ferrari vehicle at this time, other than to celebrate its inclusion in the game since it's a sick car." Maybe Microsoft will gift us all free Ferraris for the hoidays!

Continue reading Ferrari 458 Italia announced for Forza 3, coming as DLC 'this holiday'

Ferrari 458 Italia announced for Forza 3, coming as DLC 'this holiday' originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Are you seeing a pattern yet? After an early reveal, Microsoft has officially announced a 250GB Xbox 360 bundle in the UK and South Africa - including Forza Motorsport 3 (standard edition), two wireless controllers, and a headset - all for price of £249.99 or R4,999 (that's $413 and $680 earth bucks, respectively). The bundle will be available on October 23, alongside the game.

Like the recently announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 bundle, this Forza 3 "Super Elite" bundle includes the not-available-separately 250GB hard drive, lending credence to the theory that Microsoft will only be including the beefier drive in bundle form. Unlike the Modern Warfare 2 bundle, we don't expect the Forza Xbox to be Forza-themed.

Interestingly, not all bundles will include this 250GB option: take the similarly European 120GB Halo 3: ODST bundle which swaps the 250GB upgrade for a copy of Halo 3. What's still not clear is if any of these foreign bundles will make their way to North America or if the Modern Warfare 2 bundle gets the 250GB drive all to itself.

250GB Forza Motorsport 3 bundle announced for UK, South Africa originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Forza-3Forza-Motorsport-3MicrosoftSouth-AfricaUKXbox-360Xbox-360-Super-EliteThu, 17 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Crackdown 2 Zune HD (and other styles) available at Zune Store]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/17/crackdown-2-zune-hd-and-other-styles-available-at-zune-store/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/17/crackdown-2-zune-hd-and-other-styles-available-at-zune-store/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/17/crackdown-2-zune-hd-and-other-styles-available-at-zune-store/#comments

Microsoft's John Noonan, who is currently working on Crackdown 2 and is co-host of Microsoft Game Studios' Platform Biased podcast, got folks in a tizzy when he tweeted about the Crackdown 2 Zune HD. We got in touch with Noonan, who let us know that this laser-etched model -- along with many others sporting Xbox-exclusive brands -- are available as part of the Zune Original Program at the Zune Store.

The "Xbox Series" features Halo ODST, Gears of War 2 and Forza 3, along with a few others. There doesn't appear to be an extra charge for the ~~advertising~~ fan appreciation, so the only thing you'll pay for is the Zune -- which, we're told is like an iPod.

Crackdown 2 Zune HD (and other styles) available at Zune Store originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 17 Sep 2009 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Microsoft and Turn 10 have just sent word that Forza Motorsport 3 has gone gold, with time to spare to spin enough disks for the game's European and North American launch on October 23 and 27, respectively. But the racing news doesn't end there, folks. A demo for the upcoming racing sim is heading to the Xbox Live Marketplace on September 24, featuring many of the latest iteration's enhancements.

The Forza 3 demo will feature the game's new cock-pit view, refined damage model, new rewind function and even allow players to pull barrel rolls around the full Camino Viejo circuit. Forza 3's September 24 demo includes five playable vehicles:

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

And with a true competitive spirit, the demo will also support official leaderboards for gamers to compare their best lap times. Strap in, folks. This one is rounding its last corner before crossing store shelves.

Gallery: Forza Motorsport 3

Forza 3 goes gold, demo hits Marketplace on Sept. 24 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 11 Sep 2009 09:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-3forza-motorsport-3mgsMicrosoftmicrosoft-game-studiosturn-10XBLMXbox-360Fri, 11 Sep 2009 09:50:00 EST<![CDATA[Interview: Forza 3 game director Dan Greenawalt]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/02/interview-forza-3-game-director-dan-greenawalt/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/02/interview-forza-3-game-director-dan-greenawalt/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/02/interview-forza-3-game-director-dan-greenawalt/#comments

Spanning two discs and featuring 400 fully-modeled (and destructible!) cars, Forza Motorsport 3 is gearhead paradise. It's also completely intimidating to the un-tuned gamer. We spoke with director Dan Greenawalt, who claims that developer Turn 10 Studios has designed the easiest-to-play racer on the market and loaded it with enough eye candy, content and feature depth that veteran sim drivers will be itching to get behind the wheel, as well. Oh, and get this: The team drew inspiration from Pokemon and World of Warcraft. Can you guess which genres they might be eyeing for projects down the road?

Continue reading for the full interview.

Gallery: Forza Motorsport 3

Continue reading Interview: Forza 3 game director Dan Greenawalt

Interview: Forza 3 game director Dan Greenawalt originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 02 Sep 2009 15:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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After being the first major retailer to release info on the PS3 Slim before Sony itself had announced the system, Amazon Germany is at it again, outing a 250GB Xbox 360 model for 280 euros ($379). An eagle-eyed Engadget tipster spotted the listing, which includes two wireless controllers and a copy of Forza Motorsport 3 in addition to the massively embiggened hard drive.

Since Forza 3 won't be hitting shelves until October 23 in Europe, it stands to reason that this listing represents a deal still a few months off, though Microsoft could very feasibly release this new SKU (sans accessories) earlier. On the subject of new Xbox bundles, Microsoft's Aaron Greenberg told us in an interview yesterday that, "I'm sure there will be different offers depending on where you go and what time of the year it is." Looks like we've found at least one bundle so far! We've contacted Microsoft for comment and will update this post when we know more.

[Via Engadget]

Amazon Germany lists Xbox 360 with 250GB HDD, Forza 3, two wireless controllers, for €280 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We guess a lot of sneaker lovers also enjoy racing games, because Microsoft has announced that Puma will be an exclusive marketing partner for Forza 3. The result of this partnership ensures you'll be gawking at Puma ads throughout Forza 3 and guarantees Puma driver Natacha Gachnang will be the face of the game across Europe.

The partnership will even extend beyond the game, helping to create a Forza 3-branded Puma shoe and enveloping employees who are demonstrating Forza 3 at special promotional events leading up until its October 27 release in - you guessed it! - Puma gear. We think that's kind of good thing though, because the last time we saw the game it was tough to understand the publicists through those big driving helmets they all had on.

This Forza 3 post has been brought to you by Puma originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 26 Aug 2009 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>advertisingforzaforza-3marketingmicrosoftpumaturn-10Xbox-360Wed, 26 Aug 2009 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza Motorsport 3 adds Circuit de Catalunya, some Euro-Sport compacts detailed]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/28/forza-motorsport-3-adds-circuit-de-catalunya-some-euro-sport-co/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/28/forza-motorsport-3-adds-circuit-de-catalunya-some-euro-sport-co/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/28/forza-motorsport-3-adds-circuit-de-catalunya-some-euro-sport-co/#comments

Turn 10 has revealed a new addition to the Forza Motorsport 3 racetrack family: Spain's Circuit de Catalunya raceway. While the developer welcomes the Spanish Grand Prix track for the first time, it also announced plans for Germany's Nürburgring raceway to come back to the simulation racing franchise. Microsoft's press release describes Catalunya as "one of motorsport's most vital testing grounds," and detailed the track by adding players would "encounter a variety of obstacles," like hugging curves or speeding down straights -- which is notable because it proves there is no exciting way to verbally describe a road.

Turn 10 also detailed a sample of Euro-Sport compact cars making their way into Forza Motorsport 3, including the 2008 Saab 9-3 Turbo X, the 2009 Lotus Evora and the 2010 Fiat 500 Abarth SS. A full list of the adorable little European sport cars is after the break.

Gallery: Forza Motorsport 3

Continue reading Forza Motorsport 3 adds Circuit de Catalunya, some Euro-Sport compacts detailed

Forza Motorsport 3 adds Circuit de Catalunya, some Euro-Sport compacts detailed originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 28 Jul 2009 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Microsoft has announced that Turn 10's Forza Motorsport 3 will be driving onto North American Xbox 360s on October 27. In addition, the company has also revealed the final details of the Limited Collector's Edition of the game, which will be available only at GameStop. The limited edition will grant users VIP status in the Forza community, a keychain, 2GB flash drive and ten exclusive cars. Five of the cars are exclusive to VIP members, while the remaining five were "personally hand-picked, tuned and painted by the team at Turn 10."

Finally, Turn 10 has also announced the winner of the Forza 3 community design competition, namely Justin Van Dusen II of Midland, Michigan. His custom-painted Audi R8 V10 will be offered as a pre-order bonus for the game. Check out a list of the cars found in the limited edition after the break, and be sure to peruse images of the limited edition packaging and cars in the gallery below.

Gallery: Forza Motorsport 3 Limited Edition

Continue reading Forza 3 out Oct. 27, Collector's Edition and pre-order cars detailed

Forza 3 out Oct. 27, Collector's Edition and pre-order cars detailed originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 27 Jul 2009 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Xbox.com is hosting a bit of a contest / user feedback survey involving the Audi R8 5.2 FSI Quattro which those who pre-order Forza 3 will receive as bonus DLC. Five potential paint jobs for the seriously slick ride are posted on the contest page, which instructs vistors to cast their votes via an incresingly popular means: downloading a correspnding (free) Gamer Picture from the Marketplace.

The design that has its gamerpic downloaded the most will be the one pre-order holders receive. Speaking of receiving, one contest entrant will be chosen at random to hit the track at the Infineon Raceway in a real Audi R8 5.2 FSI Quattro (lucky!) as part of the "Audi Sportscar Experience." (Yes, if you win, you actually get to drive the car -- we checked.)

Pick Forza 3's pre-order Audi's look, potentially drive the real thing originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>carsdlcforzaforza-3microsoft-game-studiospreorderturn-10Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza 3 limited edition is loaded with mostly virtual bonuses]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/19/forza-3-limited-edition-is-loaded-with-mostly-virtual-bonuses/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/19/forza-3-limited-edition-is-loaded-with-mostly-virtual-bonuses/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/19/forza-3-limited-edition-is-loaded-with-mostly-virtual-bonuses/#comments

GameStop has detailed the bonus items bundled with the Gamestop-exclusive Limited Edition of Forza Motorsport 3, letting buyers know what their extra twenty bucks will get them. These bonuses shouldn't require the box to be any bigger than the normal version, because with two exceptions, nothing in the pack is physical.

The Limited Edition comes with an exclusive car pack, featuring "5 cars that have been hand tuned and hand painted by the developers at Turn 10 to fly the Forza Motorsport colors," a Dashboard theme, and a "VIP Membership" that entitles the user to "special treatment within the online Auction House, Community Storefront and on the Forzamotorsport.net forums." The tangible items in the pack: a 2GB USB drive and a keychain, both emblazoned with Forza 3 logos. In addition, reserving the game provides access to the "community designed and chosen, Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro."

Gallery: Forza Motorsport 3

Forza 3 limited edition is loaded with mostly virtual bonuses originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 19 Jun 2009 10:08:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-3forza-motorsport-3gamestoplimited-editionMicrosoftpreorderracingturn-10Xbox-360Fri, 19 Jun 2009 10:08:00 EST<![CDATA[E3 2009 highlights: The Xbox roundup]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/12/e3-2009-highlights-the-xbox-roundup/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/12/e3-2009-highlights-the-xbox-roundup/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/12/e3-2009-highlights-the-xbox-roundup/#comments

E3 was brütal! If you blinked, for a split/second, you missed something. Even if you were trine to keep up, it was a blur -- staying a.wake like that, you only pushed yourself to the brink of your own dark void. That's where Joystiq comes in; to crackdown on the madness; to reach out ... with conviction -- phew! Crysis averted.

We've scoured the dark corners and survived the inferno to piece together this roundup of all things Xbox at E3. Why? Just 'cause we love you. So, draw nier and shift your eyes past the break.

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E3 2009 highlights: The Xbox roundup originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 12 Jun 2009 11:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It was impossible for us to even fake surprise when Forza Motorsport 3 was revealed for the first time at Microsoft's Pre-E3 press briefing. After being rumored for the better part of the last year, we expected Forza 3 (from developer Turn 10) to steer into our direction during the industry's biggest event.

What did surprise us was how impressive the latest title in Microsoft's simulation racing series looked. For a franchise that has received flak from videophiles in the past, Forza Motorsport 3 was an impressive reveal for the Xbox 360 and one of the best racing games at E3 2009.

Gallery: Forza Motorsport 3

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Hands-on: Forza Motorsport 3 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-3forza-motorsport-3microsoftmicrosoft-game-studiosturn-10Xbox-360Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Head-to-head racing with Blur, Need for Speed: Shift, Split/Second, and Forza 3]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/11/head-to-head-racing-with-blur-need-for-speed-shift-split-seco/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/11/head-to-head-racing-with-blur-need-for-speed-shift-split-seco/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/11/head-to-head-racing-with-blur-need-for-speed-shift-split-seco/#comments

Are racing games the new first-person shooter? Revving up for release and shown off at E3 with tires smoking were Disney's Split/Second, Blur from Activision, Microsoft's Forza Motorsport 3, and EA's Need for Speed: Shift. They range from hyper-realistic to arcadey, so chances are you'll find something that's right up your alley among these four. But which one will you choose? We spoke to all four developers and asked them the same questions to see how they'd stack up, and you can check out the results after the break.

Continue reading Head-to-head racing with Blur, Need for Speed: Shift, Split/Second, and Forza 3

Head-to-head racing with Blur, Need for Speed: Shift, Split/Second, and Forza 3 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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