wipEout 2048

WipEout 2048 is a high-speed, high-energy multiplayer Racing game releasing as a launch title concurrently with the PlayStation Vita. Set in the year 2048, the game is chronologically a prequel to earlier releases in the series, introducing longtime fans of the game series as well as new players to the beginnings of the addictive futuristic sport of antigravity racing. The game utilizes PlayStation Vita's innovative touch interface, motion active tilt, and voice-activated controls to create a fluid high-end racing experience that players can take anywhere. Additional features include: eight player support that includes races against PS3 players of Wipeout HD on PlayStation Network, co-op mission play and wider tracks designed to increase players' focus on weapons and maneuverability.

Heart-pounding Wipeout antigravity racing comes to PlayStation Vita.
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Antigravity Racing Comes to PlayStation Vita

In Wipeout 2048 players experience the thrill and speed of aggressive, antigravity racing in the palm of their hand via the PlayStation Vita. One of the most exciting launch titles releasing concurrently with the PS Vita, Wipeout 2048 retains the frenetically-paced, futuristic racing action and vehicular combat that has thrilled and challenged fans of the series, while also upping the ante by harnesses the PS Vita's enhanced controls. These include motion active tilt, touch interface and even voice-activated commands. Filled with fast-paced, futuristic racing action and wireless connectivity, Wipeout 2048 is a never-ending battle to stay atop the online leaderboards.

Multiplayer Options That Include PS3 Players

Wipeout 2048 is designed for multiplayer fun. The game features widened tracks which encourage side-to-side contact between racers, as well as maneuverability. These allow for evasive maneuvers and the pickup of offensive and defensive items arranged on pads along the track. Eight player support is available throughout the game, either wirelessly against other PS Vita players utilizing the handheld's 3G and/or Wi-Fi connections (depending on the PS Vita version), or against PS3 players of Wipeout HD on PlayStation Network.

Key Game Features

• Frenetic Wipeout Racing Action for PS Vita - The fast-paced, futuristic racing action of the Wipeout franchise comes to the PlayStation Vita handheld gaming system
• Intuitive Active Racing - Antigravity racing like never before with intuitive touch interface, motion active tilt, and voice-activated controls
• Multiplayer - Race against up to eight players simultaneously
• Crossplay with PS3 Players - Multiplayer functionality includes races against PS3 players of Wipeout HD in PlayStation Network
• Co-Op Missions - Compete with your friends in a series of challenges for the top placement of the online leaderboard

Additional Screenshots

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Devastating in-race firepower. View larger

New side-by-side racing. View larger

Dramatic city environments. View larger