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Nacon and RaceWard have announced that their upcoming TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 3 title will release on May 11, 2023. Pre-orders are now open, and an early purchase gives you 48 hours of early access as well as an exclusive livery. A ‘Racing Fan’ edition is also available (at any time, pre-order or not) that includes the 2023 Tourist Trophy roster DLC and gives additional bike upgrade points. The base version of the game will include the following features and advancements (quoted from the press release below):
– The official Tourist Trophy course
– A total of 200km of drivable roads with points of interest and challenges to discover, including 60km for the Snaefell Mountain Course
– 32 different circuits, including both historic and current courses
– Close to 40 Superbike and Supersport motorbikes
– Over 20 official riders
– Improved physics for more precise cornering and braking management
– A wide range of motorbike upgrades to achieve better performance
– A new “Open Roads” feature so you can freely explore the Isle of Man
– 11 different types of activities, including two that can be customised
– Multiplayer with the option to create open and private online lobbies
– Online competitions with weekly and monthly events
– A cross-gen compatible game
– Purchasing any version of the game grants access to the next-gen and old-gen versions of the game for the same platform
Pre-order Trailer:
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Press release:
TT ISLE OF MAN: RIDE ON THE EDGE 3 WILL RELEASE ON 11 MAY AND IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR PREORDER
Lesquin, 4 April 2023 – NACON and RaceWard Studio, NACON Studio Milan’s racing label, are pleased to announce that TT Isle Of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 is now open for preorders. Developed by the racing-game veterans at RaceWard Studio, TT Isle Of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 lets you experience the sensations of the most dangerous race in the world. The official game of the legendary race will be available from 11 May 2023 on PC, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch™.
When preordering the TT Isle Of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 base game, you receive the official livery celebrating John McGuinness’s 100th start. This iconic livery marks the rider’s competitive history on the fairing of his 2022 Honda CBR1000RR-R SP.
Those who preorder the Racing Fan edition of TT Isle Of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 receive the following:
– The official livery celebrating John McGuinness’s 100th start
– Early access to TT Isle Of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 48 hours before the game’s official releaseThe Racing Fan edition also includes additional bonuses without preordering:
– A starter pack with 380 points so you can upgrade your motorbike more quickly
– Free access to the 2023 Tourist Trophy roster DLCNew features and content included in TT Isle Of Man: Ride on the Edge 3:
– The official Tourist Trophy course
– A total of 200km of drivable roads with points of interest and challenges to discover, including 60km for the Snaefell Mountain Course
– 32 different circuits, including both historic and current courses
– Close to 40 Superbike and Supersport motorbikes
– Over 20 official riders
– Improved physics for more precise cornering and braking management
– A wide range of motorbike upgrades to achieve better performance
– A new “Open Roads” feature so you can freely explore the Isle of Man
– 11 different types of activities, including two that can be customised
– Multiplayer with the option to create open and private online lobbies
– Online competitions with weekly and monthly events
– A cross-gen compatible game
– Purchasing any version of the game grants access to the next-gen and old-gen versions of the game for the same platformTT Isle Of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 will be available on PC, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch™ from 11 May 2023.
About NACON:
NACON is a company of the BIGBEN Group founded in 2019 to optimize its know-how through strong synergies in the video game market. By bringing together its 16 development studios, the publishing of AA video games, the design and distribution of premium gaming devices, NACON focuses 30 years of expertise at the service of players. This new unified business unit strengthens NACON’s position in the market and enables it to innovate by creating new unique competitive advantages. https://corporate.nacongaming.com/About Raceward Studio:
RaceWard Studio are an Italian video game developer, creating state-of-the-art racing games. Driven on principles of ensuring excellence and developing a highly rewarding professional environment, the studio boasts mastery of leading-edge technology, fused together with a team of veterans which combine experience, skills and passion. RaceWard Studio is a division of Nacon Studio Milan, that also works on a new project from the Terminator franchise. Nacon Studio Milan is now one of the largest videogame companies in Italy and it continues to expand. https://www.racewardstudio.com
