| NASCAR The Game: 2011 | |
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| Developer(s) | Eutechnyx |
|---|---|
| Publisher(s) | Activision |
| Series | NASCAR |
| Release Date(s) | PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 March 29, 2011 Wii May 24, 2011 |
| Genre(s) | Racing |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer, online multiplayer |
| Rating(s) | ESRB: E |
| Platform(s) | PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii |
| Successor | NASCAR The Game: Inside Line |
NASCAR The Game: 2011 (also known as NASCAR 2011: The Game) is the first installment in the NASCAR The Game racing series. The game was developed by Eutechnyx and published by Activision, it was released for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 on March 29, 2011, then for Wii on May 24.
A sequel for the game, NASCAR The Game: Inside Line was released in 2012.
Features[]
Pit Stop[]
The pit stop feature displays the pit crew changing the tires and fueling the car. Pit stops average 14 seconds. Each animation was actually photographed from real Sprint Cup Series teams.
Spotter[]
The spotter feature informs the player of the drivers in the race that assists them, such as bump drafting, blocking, and slingshot. The spotter also alerts the player of any hazards happening ahead, as well as behind.
Commentary[]
The game features commentary from the announcers of the Performance Racing Network including play-by-play man Doug Rice and color Commentator Mark Garrow. The in-race spotter is voiced by Michael Waltrip Racing’s Ty Norris.
Game Modes[]
Career Mode[]
The game mode lets players compete at all the tracks on the 2010 or 2011 schedule and compete for a Sprint Cup Series championship