Real Racing 2
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| Real Racing 2 | |
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| Developer(s) | Firemint |
| Publisher(s) | Firemint |
| Engine | Mint3D |
| Platform(s) | iOS |
| Release | December 20, 2010 [1] |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, Online Multiplayer |
Real Racing 2 is Firemint's latest addition in the 'Real Racing' series of racing simulator video games for the iPhone and iPod touch. For the first time in the series, 30 licensed vehicles from manufacturers like BMW and Chevrolet will be included in the game. It will be powered by Firemint's own Mint3D engine. It is available at the App Store for US$9.99 / £5.99 / €7.99 / AU$12.99 and ¥1200, depending on the location. A separate iPad version was released on March 11 2011.
Gameplay
When startign the game for the first time, the player is given $25,000 to spend on a Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk6 or a Volvo C30 R-Design. After purchasing his/her first car, the player moves on to the "Club Division" race class. After completing the goals, the player moves on to the other championships until reaching the World Series, which is the final race class in the game. Throughout the game, players will be given bonus cash by in-game sponsors upon reaching a goal. Some championships has vehicle restrictions. So, it is wise to save up for an appropriate car if you are going to race in another championship.
Reception
Real Racing 2 was met with very favourable reviews. IGN gave Real Racing 2 a score of 9/10 and an Editors Choice award, with a comment that said ' Real Racing 2 lays down a new marker for iPhone sim racers'. The HD version received widespread criticism for bland graphics on the original iPad, in which the graphics do not match the screenshots on the App Store. Gamers claim that the older A4 processor can do more than what the game shows. Firemint addressed this issue and is working on an update to fix the graphics issue. The iPad 2 version did not receive any criticism particularly due to its newer A5 processor. The update was released in 20 March 2011 and addressed the graphics issue but crashes more constantly, much to gamer's disappointment.
iPad
Real Racing 2 HD was released specifically for the iPad and iPad 2 on March 11 2011. The game is somewhat similar to the mobile version but has received criticism for bland graphics on the original iPad. The app was recently updated to take advantage of the iPad 2's mirroring function to utilize dual-screen gaming on an HD TV. It requires the Apple Digital AV Adaptor or an Apple TV as part of AirPlay Mirroring, which is included in iOS 5.