Obviously conversations crop up about what we could do if we knew what was out there. 'Once we've got a full understanding of the new platforms we'll have a think about what's best for Grid. 'This one's current-generation, and everything's focused on that,' said Gowing. I don't think people will feel short-changed by playing the console version.'Īs to whether there's a version waiting in the wings for the PlayStation 4 and next Xbox, Codemasters is reluctant to give anything away. 'I'm playing the 360 game, and it's stunning. 'Obviously the PC's got more power available to it than anywhere else, but we're making sure our console players aren't short-changed at all,' said Gowing. And if you just want to play with friends, you'll be well-served - there's a rivals mode that's part of the RaceNet implementation, and there's also two-player splitscreen for local play.Ĭodemasters took the opportunity to show off the console version of the game - which you can see in our video preview, where gameplay capture comes direct from the Xbox 360 version - and it's looking handsome. Matchmaking also seems smart, with dirty players who are a bit too insistent on trading paint being paired together, while those who like to stick to their line and drive with a little more nobility will be placed alongside like-minded drivers. If they want more grip or more power so they can get their powerslides going even further it's up to them how they customise their car in that sense, really.' 'Because of the work we've done with the handling, it's about how players want to balance that to their own needs. 'It's not a perks system as such,' explained senior game designer Ross Gowing. There are playlists now, as well as loadouts for cars that help customise each ride. Progression starts from scratch in the multiplayer, and it seems there's been some inspiration taken from the world of competitive first person shooters. Grid 2's multiplayer sits separately from a single player mode that leans heavily on a narrative exploring the world of motorsport. Codemasters has unveiled the multiplayer side of Grid 2, the long-awaited follow-up to 2008's sterling racer - and it's confirmed that it will be sticking to its guns regarding the absent cockpit cam, an omission that's disappointed many fans.

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