Hot on the heels of the news that flOw will be pushed back to January, Sony Online Entertainment wants some of that hot delay action. They just sent out a press release announcing a bunch of stuff we already knew -- namely, that a new version of Gripshift, a racing game the company released on PSP last year, is headed to PS3 as a $9.99 downloadable game. The only new piece of info that wasn't already on their website is that the December release date is now "late December/early January." Which would seem to indicate that they're having some trouble.
Oh, and also, Gripshift is described as having "unbelievable high-definition" graphics. Let's take a quick look at them:
I take issue with that description, because I most definitely believe it. I accept without any skepticism whatsoever that this is what the game looks like. Full release post-jump.
SONY ONLINE ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES GRIPSHIFT® IS SPEEDING ONTO THE PLAYSTATION®NETWORK AS A DOWNLOADABLE TITLE
WHAT:
GripShift® is a re-mix of the award-winning original specially redesigned for e-Distribution (EDI) through the PlayStation®Network. Running at 60fps, GripShift will come to life on the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system in unbelievable high-definition at 720p. Featuring totally enhanced HD graphics, refined gameplay and four player online multiplayer for $9.99.
ABOUT GRIPSHIFT:
Digital Download Deluxe: Experience a re-mix of the award-winning original specifically redesigned for e-Distribution through the PlayStation Network.
Original Combination of Genres: Stunt Driving, Platform-Action and Puzzle-Solving genres combine to offer the ultimate driving experience.
Vibrant 3D Environments in HD: Navigate through roller-coaster style tracks and four themed worlds (Desert, Jungle, Ice and Horror) that come alive with brilliant 3D HD graphics at 720p 60fps stunning lighting and dynamic visual effects.
All-new Gameplay and Content: Improved vehicle handling provides more responsive controls while new game content includes 125+ new and re-mixed levels, 25 race tracks, and an enhanced music soundtrack.
Puzzle-like Challenges: Multiple routes, short-cuts, loops, jumps, ramps, power-ups and dangers to avoid will challenge the most skilled drivers
For more information visit www.station.com/downloads
or www.sidheinteractive.com
WHEN:
GripShift® is slated for release late December/early January
