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[mreddie]

http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1655028-1-1735352-1-0-1-0-0-1-12639-0-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1409910637523

Stuttgart. Just four weeks after its world premiere on 9 September 2014, the sensational new Mercedes-AMG GT sports car will feature exclusively in DRIVECLUBTM, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe’s next generation racing game only on PlayStation®4. DRIVECLUB will be available in Europe from 8 October 2014 and fans will be able to download the new AMG GT for free in the first week of launch. DRIVECLUB also features five other models from Mercedes-Benz's high-performance brand: the A 45 AMG, the CLA 45 AMG, the C 63 AMG Coupe Black Series, the SL 65 AMG and the SLS AMG Coupe Black Series. Mercedes-Benz is supporting the launch of the game with a range of activities. The highlight of these is the "Journey of Stars", a global online competition available in a variety of social networks. From 9 September to 9 October 2014, gamers can take part at www.journeyofstars.com and test themselves against their friends around the world. Each winner will receive a PlayStation 4 with the brand-new DRIVECLUB game.
In a world first for Mercedes-Benz, the AMG GT will be launched short after its world premiere in DRIVECLUB. Working side-by-side with AMG engineers armed with technical specifications and data, Evolution Studios was able to recreate the AMG GT in DRIVECLUB with breathtaking accuracy. With access to the Mercedes-AMG GT on the test track, Evolution Studios was also able to directly record the sound, allowing the team to recreate the every aspect of the car with total authenticity. With six AMG models, from the sporty compact class to the super sports car, Mercedes-Benz is the premium manufacturer with the widest range of models in the game.
"The Mercedes-AMG GT is an outstanding sports car and we’re pleased to be able to offer it to gamers in DRIVECLUB before it rolls off the production line. It will be available as a free download within the first week of launch," says Paul Rustchynsky, Game Director at Evolution Studios. "We're delighted that Mercedes-Benz is so strongly represented in DRIVECLUB. This proves the brand's attraction and importance, because only the world's most exciting and prestigious sports cars are selected by the game developers," says Dr. Jens Thiemer, Head of Marketing Communication at Mercedes-Benz Cars

Distract me with Driveclub gifs if old.

 

[EGOMON]

God damn it is the latest sport car from Mercedes-benz, can't wait to take for a spin this October

 

[Remark]

GOT DAMNNNNNNNNNNN D:

 

[Mr-Joker]

Damn it Sony stop copying Nintendo.

Spoiler

I shouldn't have to say this but I am not being serous.

 

[Ninja Dom]

Mercedes Benz enjoying their video games this year.

We got Mario Kart 8, Project CARS, this, etc.

 

[GameAddict411]

that car is sexy as hell.

 

[Nibel]

MK8 x Driveclub master fusion coming

Project CARS, go cancel yourself as long as you can

 

[Ethan Hunt]

The back reminds me of Lamborghini hurcan or something.

Spoiler

I hope this is in the PS+ edition.

 

[SerTapTap]

Good news, good to hear they have good representation for Mercedes in the game in general too. They're always my first stop in GT, gotta keep up the Mercedes pride; got a (much cheaper...) one in the garage.

Also glad it's not the GLA ugh.

The back reminds me of Lamborghini hurcan or something.

Spoiler

I hope this is in the PS+ edition.

Oh right I keep forgetting about this. Will probably end up buying the disk if too many pretty cars are paywall.

 

[psylah]

Uh, I consider myself to be fairly up-to-date on general car news, but if I'm not mistaken that is the clearest shot of an AMG GT out. This car hasn't been seen undisguised yet.

Also, no source for your article?

 

[SerTapTap]

Uh, I consider myself to be fairly up-to-date on general car news, but if I'm not mistaken that is the clearest shot of an AMG GT out. This car hasn't been seen undisguised yet.

Also, no source for your article?

Screenies and press here:

 

[JavaMind]

So... We have 51 cars now?

 

[mreddie]

Also, no source for your article?

Added on top. I'm on the phone so putting this up was a pain

 

[bombshell]

Free is the best price.

 

[mreddie]

Free is the best price.

Looking back at it, it looks like it's free for one week although that's maybe how I read it.

 

[Seanspeed]

Mercedes Benz enjoying their video games this year.

We got Mario Kart 8, Project CARS, this, etc.

SLS was just released in Assetto Corsa as well.

Project CARS, go cancel yourself as long as you can

What a sad post.

 

[drotahorror]

Sounds good. I hope there's more free DLC for DriveClub to follow.

 

[Amir0x]

This car has my approval.

 

[simplythebest]

Will anybody be doing the contest?

 

[coolasj19]

Will anybody be doing the contest?

Not unless the contest is a GT Prolouge-esque 1 Car 1 Track Time Trial competition w/ the new Benz as the car.

 

[jnWake]

Be careful Sony.

 

[ILoveBish]

Be careful Sony....

Damn you jnwake.

 

[Bluenova]

yo that looks like hell of a car from behind.

Very sick Rushy

 

[immortal-joe]

Do we have the full car list? I know there were 50 but I can't find the list.

 

[Mr. PlayStation]

The SL65 was my personal favorite car which I used for 90% of online races in Hot Pursuit(2010), can't wait to drive the Driveclub version of SL65 AMG Black!

 

[RoadHazard]

Looking back at it, it looks like it's free for one week although that's maybe how I read it.

Yeah, if you don't download it during the first week after launch you're gonna have to pay. I wonder if PS+ Edition players can download it for free, or if this requires buying the full game. Could be a small way for them to try to get people to go full.

 

[Neuromancer]

I'd be more excited if I knew there was a single Subaru in DC.

 

[Donos]

OMG, ähm i mean AMG

 

[akachan ningen]

If it's not in the free version then I don't care.

 

[bombshell]

Looking back at it, it looks like it's free for one week although that's maybe how I read it.

Huh, I read it as released within the first week after launch, for free. Hmm, I guess it can be read both ways...

 

[crazyturtle]

From the looks of their choice of cars their going for more exotic/sports.

It would be nice to see some GT3 thrown in

 

[le-seb]

So... We have 51 cars now?

There are 50 cars on the disk, and a 51th will be available as DLC, now.
Paul Rustchynsky said on Twitter that this DLC would only be available for free to full game owners.
It's still unclear whether it's a timed offer, though, as the press release reads like it could only be available for free during one week.

Edit:

 

[mreddie]

I'd be more excited if I knew there was a single Subaru in DC.

Where Lamborghini Where?

 

[Jimmyfenix]

Man that looks good.

 

[Guymelef]

.

 

[Born2Live]

This game can't come soon enough.

 

[Conduit]

How many horsepower?

 

[Rex Griswold]

Not really a Mercedes guy, but that looks sharp. Is it the successor to the SLS AMG?

 

[psn]

Not really a Mercedes guy, but that looks sharp. Is it the successor to the SLS AMG?

The SLS AMG needs no successor imo, timeless design and so powerful. But looks like it will be the successor

Great to have it ingame.

 

[90TilInfinity]

Good lord @ those screens.

On the car itself, it's a shame the gullwing doors are gone, but then again that will only cement the SLS' place as a modern classic.

 

[Whb29]

Dribble...

http://youtu.be/2uqR-TKF1qw

 

[Kouriozan]

Breaking the magic, anyone?

Spoiler

:lol

 

[mreddie]

What a beauty. And with a few weeks from now, we should expect the full car list which going up against Horizon 2 is gonna be interesting.

But Evo, where's my Lambo?

 

[Shakka]

The SLS AMG needs no successor imo, timeless design and so powerful. But looks like it will be the successor

Kind of, but it will be significantly cheaper. Porsche 911 is its closest competitor.

 

[Jabraham]

Does anyone know how much content we will be getting in the PS Plus version of the game compared to the full game?

 

[Loudninja]

Does anyone know how much content we will be getting in the PS Plus version of the game compared to the full game?

1 location which has 5 tracks and 10 cars.

All the game modes and online are playable as well.

 

[DieH@rd]

 

[NastyBook]

^ *stgenerationssweetjesus.gif*

 

[Insane Metal]

DEM GRAPHICS