GRID 2 Multiplayer Details Revealed – New Rivals System, Powered By Racenet

Codemasters have just lifted the lid on how multiplayer will work in upcoming racer sequel GRID 2, and it looks rather tasty.

GRID 2 will have its multiplayer handled by Racenet.com, the online extension for Codemasters Racing Games which tracks players races, rivals and rewards. There will be a wide range of game modes to choose from, all of which can be played with up to 12 online players, if that sounds too stressful, though, you’ll be pleased to know GRID 2 brings back two player split screen. Woo-pah!

According to Codemasters, players will be able to modify their cars using a powerful in game livery (that’s paint, for the uninitiated) editor which will offer up to 6 billion different combinations. 6 billion, is that all?

New anti-griefing technology includes player grouping, so gamers who like to trade paint will be brought together online whilst clean racers are more likely to find similar drivers in their online sessions. Want to know the complete list of game modes? Well; Race, Endurance, Drift, Touge, Checkpoint, Face Off, Time Attack. Global Challenge events also includes Overtake and Power Lap.

Players will always have someone to play and always have a new challenge with GRID 2’s Rivals system, powered by RaceNet. GRID 2 features three types of Rivals:

• Weekly Rival: RaceNet automatically selects a weekly Rival to compete against based on ability and activity in game to ensure a well-matched challenger.

• Social Rival: Players can choose Social Rivals from friends or players previously raced.

• Custom Rival: Players can select a Custom Rival based on parameters including event type or geographical location.

All sounds rather exciting, no? Be sure to keep your browser pointed to GodisaGeek as we build up to the release of GRID 2. We are excite. In the meantime, check out the gallery of images from the games multiplayer, below, along with a couple of images from the Racenet.com accompaniment.

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