New Release Date for Test Drive Unlimited 2 Announced

Test Drive Unlimited 2 will release in February 2011.

Atari has announced that their driving sim Test Drive Unlimited 2 will now be released on February 8, 2011, and have detailed several pre-order options.

The game was originally set to release in September 2010, but was delayed in August.

Those who pre-order Test Drive Unlimited 2 in North America will receive exclusive cars, themed avatar apparel, and unique features for their vehicles like the high polish black 10 spoke diamond turned alloy wheels. Players can choose from pre-order programs offered by Amazon, Atari.com, Best Buy, Direct 2 Drive, GameStop, K-mart, Steam, and Walmart. The GameStop program includes an in-game casino where car fans can gamble together.

The new driving sim will feature day and night cycles and weather effects as well as extensive online support. Atari promises that it "transforms the driving genre, adding the persistency, progression and customization of the latest multiplayer games to the auto racing experience."

Test Drive Unlimited 2 will be available for the PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.