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Codemasters releases DIRT 5 for PlayStation® and Xbox One

Codemasters, the award-winning British video game developer and publisher, has today confirmed the release of DIRT 5 for PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and the Xbox One family, including the Xbox One X and PC which will be released on the next generation consoles this month. A Google Stadia version is expected to launch in early 2021.

Codemasters Group (AIM:CDM) FOLLOW has today confirmed the release of DIRT 5 for PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and the Xbox One family, including the Xbox One X and PC.

The award-winning British video game developer and publisher said the new DIRT 5 game will also be released on the next generation of consoles, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation®5, which are launching on 10 November 2020 and from 12 November 2020, respectively. 

A Google Stadia version is also expected to launch in early 2021. The new game provides fans with an off-road experience set in ‘amplified real-world locations, such as New York City and Rio de Janeiro, alongside the more challenging and remote areas of Greece and China. ’

The game also includes a new feature, Playgrounds. Combining ‘creativity and community’, this will give players the ability ‘to create, share, and discover player-made racing arenas.’

Shares in Codemasters have increased in value by 12% over the past month to open 0.57% higher at 437.5p this morning following the announcement.

The company told investors that players will experience extreme racing in a variety of vehicle classes from buggies, unlimited trucks, rock bouncers to traditional and modern rally cars. 

This will include an expansive, narrative-driven career mode featuring voice actors Nolan North and Troy Baker while the game will again feature a split-screen for up to four players.

"In keeping with our reputation for producing the highest quality, AAA rated racing games, DIRT 5 has received widespread critical acclaim, culminating with the game receiving the gamescom 2020 Best Racing Game Award on 30 August,” said CEO, Frank Sagnier.

He added, “We are extremely proud of the game and are thrilled that it is finally available to players around the world." Investors can watch the recently released launch trailer here.

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