Grid Legends
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Developer(s) | Codemasters |
Publisher(s) | Electronic Arts |
Series | Grid |
Engine | Ego |
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Genre(s) | Racing |
Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
Grid Legends (stylised as GRID Legends) is an upcoming racing video game developed by Codemasters and published by Electronic Arts. It is the fifth installment in the Grid franchise. The game is scheduled to be released for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S in February 2022.
Gameplay
Grid Legends will offer more than 130 tracks to race on, ranging from real-life circuits like Brands Hatch, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Suzuka International Racing Course and the return of Mount Panorama Circuit, to street circuits in various cities such as San Francisco, Paris, London, and Moscow.[1] The game will also feature more than 100 vehicles, including touring cars, semi-trailer truck, open-wheel car, stadium trucks, drift cars, and even electric vehicles, to compete in arena ovals, on street circuits, or off-road tracks.[2] The same virtual set tech used in the American Space Western television series The Mandalorian is also harnessed the same.[3] For the first time in the series, players will be able to create their own races, including custom routes, obstacles, vehicle restrictions, and rules.[4]
Inspired by Netflix's documentary series Formula 1: Drive to Survive, the game will introduce a story mode, entitled "Driven to Glory".[5] Codemasters had previously opted to do so in F1 2021 with Braking Point.[6] In Grid Legends however, the mode is confirmed to be much more narrative-focused. A number of professional actors are expected to portray different characters in the game,[7] with Ncuti Gatwa confirmed to portray Valentin Manzi. With this, Nathan McKane, who has been a staple character throughout the series, will also have a physical appearance for the first time.[8]
Development and release
Grid Legends was announced at EA Play Live 2021.[9] It is the fifth video game of the Grid series developed by Codemasters and the first installment published by Electronic Arts.[10] In addition to be released on Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One platforms, the game is also set to come to the ninth generation of video game consoles PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S for the first time in the franchise.[11] The game is currently scheduled to be released on February 25, 2022.[12]
References
- ^ Harrison-Lord, Thomas (26 July 2021). "GRID Legends new story-driven racing game by Codemasters". autosport.com. Motorsport Network. Retrieved 8 August 2021.
- ^ Good, Owen (22 July 2021). "Grid Legends coming 2022 with cars, trucks, and a 'classic underdog tale'". Polygon. Retrieved 8 August 2021.
- ^ Holt, Kris (22 July 2021). "The next 'Grid' game uses the same virtual set tech as 'The Mandalorian'". Engadget. Retrieved 8 August 2021.
- ^ GRID Legends | WORLD-FIRST Gameplay & More Revealed!. Retrieved 5 December 2021.
- ^ Smith, Fred (22 July 2021). "Grid Legends Is EA's New Docuseries-Inspired Racing Game". roadandtrack.com. Retrieved 8 August 2021.
- ^ Quinn, Nathan (7 August 2021). "GRID's new story mode will make or break the game". the-race.com. Retrieved 8 August 2021.
- ^ Lu, Garry (23 July 2021). "'GRID Legends' Is A Driving Game Backed By An Actual Story". bosshunting.com.au. Retrieved 8 August 2021.
- ^ Groves, Chris (22 July 2021). "Grid Legends Launching 2022: Revealing New Story Mode and Features". Xbox. Retrieved 8 August 2021.
- ^ Purslow, Matt (24 July 2021). "Grid Legends Announced at EA Play Live 2021". IGN. Retrieved 8 August 2021.
- ^ Harrison-Lord, Thomas (23 July 2021). "GRID Legends is a new story-driven racing game by Codemasters". Motorsport.com. Motorsport Network. Retrieved 8 August 2021.
- ^ Gerblick, Jordan (22 July 2021). "Grid Legends set to launch in 2022". GamesRadar+. Retrieved 8 August 2021.
- ^ S. Good, Owen (3 December 2021). "Grid Legends launches in February with story mode and sleeker multiplayer". Polygon. Retrieved 4 December 2021.
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