Sega Rally drifting towards PSP
Classic franchise set for September release
Sega has confirmed a PSP version of Sega Rally, its seminal arcade rally title, is in the works. Developed from scratch by racing game specialist Bugbear Entertainment, the game is scheduled for this September.
The game is said to encapsulate the essence of the original 1995 Sega Rally Championship; that is impressive visuals, excellent arcade-based handling and close competition. As such, under guidance from Sega, the developer has focused on pushing the game's graphical elements while ensuring the handling model remains intuitive and rewarding in order to beat the fiercely competitive AI-controlled opponents.
"The original Sega Rally is heralded as one of the all-time great video games and this new instalment on the PSP is a great example of updating a classic perfectly for today's machines," said Guy Wilday, studio director at Sega's Racing Studio, while powersliding his way to work.
"With the addition of multiplayer wi-fi and online multiplayer, there's scope for players to show off their skills against their friends, whilst the excellent PSP screen exudes all the visual qualities expected of Sega Rally".
Granted, the PSP isn't exactly short of decent racing games, but there'll always be room for the classics. Let's hope this delivers.
