Archive for the ‘Racing’ Category
  • Next Forza Horizon 3 expansion is Hot Wheels
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    Posted April 26th, 2017 at 2:45 pm 1 Comment »
    Hot Wheels recently made a first appearance through Rocket League and now the brand is moving into another popular racing-based series. The next expansion for Forza Horizon 3 - which follows the terrific Blizzard Mountain - will involve six new themed mountains connected by Hot Wheels tracks along with 10 total new cars. Releasing on May 9 the expansion DLC will go for a price of $20 or is included with the Expansion Pass.  (more…)...
  • Burnout creators making new game modeled on its Crash Mode
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    Posted April 26th, 2017 at 7:00 am 2 Comments »
    When the original creators of the Burnout series opened their own studio the first effort was a destruction-based game set within various environments using a golf club and ball - having taken inspiration from the popular 'Crash Mode' of the Burnout days. Three Fields Entertainment today announced that their next game will go back to the Burnout roots with a game centered on creating the biggest most costly car crashes. Powered by Unreal Engine, Danger Zone combines real physical crashes wi...
  • Press Row Podcast: Racing into 2017
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    Posted March 9th, 2017 at 6:30 pm 1 Comment »
    Racing games have had a fantastic resurgence in the past year, and looking forward into 2017 that great trend looks to continue. The newest episode of the Press Row Podcast gathers our Hit The Pass racing experts together for a really fun discussion on all the titles that we have to look forward to - which games have the most potential, which ones we're concerned about, and a whole host of questions and answers from the people that know this space best. Check out the podcast through iTune...
  • Review of the Blizzard Mountain Expansion for Forza Horizon 3
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    Posted December 23rd, 2016 at 12:00 pm No Comments »
    Forza Horizon 3 is one of the best games of 2016 and the recently released Blizzard Mountain expansion is a must-buy for fans of the game. The challenging conditions, beautiful visuals, and new vehicles really deliver a unique experience. There are a few caveats to consider however, such as the necessity of having advanced far enough in the regular game in order to actually be able and play the DLC. Those interested in it will want to grab the Expansion Pass while it's on sale through the en...
  • Forza Horizon 3 winter expansion out now
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    Posted December 13th, 2016 at 3:30 pm 1 Comment »
    The Blizzard Mountain expansion for Forza Horizon 3 is available now for $20 standalone or included in the Expansion Pass which is currently discounted to $25. Those who purchased the Ultimate Edition of FH3 can get Blizzard Mountain for $10 until the end of the year. The DLC provides the first opportunity to encounter snow, ice, extreme elevations and blizzards in the series. There are eight new vehicles and new events tailored for the conditions.  (more…)...
  • Winter expansion to Forza Horizon 3 scheduled for release in mid-December
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    Posted November 28th, 2016 at 1:00 pm 2 Comments »
    It was nearly a month ago now that Turn 10 began teasing a winter expansion for the fantastic Forza Horizon 3. Today the developer detailed the upcoming downloadable content offering which is set to release on Tuesday, December 13. The Blizzard Mountain expansion will be the first time that racers in the series will encounter snow, ice, extreme elevations and blizzards. There are eight new vehicles and new events tailored for the conditions.  (more…)...
  • Review of Forza Horizon 3
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    Posted September 20th, 2016 at 7:30 am 4 Comments »
    Those who've played the Forza Horizon series before will find familiarity with the new edition that releases later this month. Those who haven't will get to discover one of the best racing games ever made. Check out the Forza Horizon 3 review that went up today on Sporting News. Forza Horizon 3 introduces some compelling new features to the franchise like online campaign co-op, the ability to create Festivals as well as various events and challenges, and Drone Mode to follow and capture ...
  • Forza Horizon 3 Demo Now Available
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    Posted September 12th, 2016 at 1:30 pm 1 Comment »
    Microsoft today released a demo for Forza Horizon 3 on Xbox One. It can be queued up for download here and it comes in at over 18 GB. Your tour Down Under begins in classic Horizon fashion – with beautiful scenery, great driving roads, and awesome vehicles. From the moment the action begins, you are unmistakably in Australia, with all of its awe-inspiring beauty and tremendous environmental diversity. You’ll blast along ocean-side roads, and race on the beach alongside the famed Twelve ...