HSX Ships Tomorrow
January 27, 2003

A technological trailblazer for futuristic racing hits the PlayStation^®2 computer entertainment system as Majesco, one of the fastest-growing publishers of interactive entertainment software, announced that HyperSonic.Xtreme (HSX) will ship to stores nationwide tomorrow.

"With fully realized interactive environments, an innovative track editor, and a variety of tracks from which to choose, HSX delivers one of the most diverse racing experiences on the PlayStation 2." said Ken Gold , Vice President of Marketing.  "HSX provides an exciting gaming experience that is sure to appeal to racing fans everywhere, and provide consumers with a game they can return to again and again."

In addition to 30 existing tracks, HSX's outstanding track editor empowers gamers to create their own personal racing experience.  The tracks, which are created in real-time, take the form of either slalom or circuit, and can be of any length.  Players manipulate tracks by changing textures and adding visually striking weather effects, such as snow, dust and water that cause instantaneous handling and environmental effects. 

HSX also features eye-catching visuals and intricately textured landscapes, affording players a huge canvas to compete on.   Players are able to design and populate environments with a vast array of buildings and bridges, creating customized cities in which to race.  The ultra-realistic AI adds to the overall game play and heightens player immersion, producing an unforgettable racing experience. 

In addition to the futuristic racing action and exclusive track editor, HSX offers the following key features:

• Unique real-time mathematical track system;

• Selection of 16 different racers each with their own racing attributes;

• Race head-to-head in the fast-paced, two-player mode;

• Collect power-ups to increase speed and regenerate shields;

• All objects in game can be manipulated with instant functionality and interactivity;

• One of the fastest games in its niche, with over 60 frames per second;

• Easy to follow tutorials ease players into track creation.

More information on this title can be found at www.hypersonicxtreme.com.

Reported By: Jared Black