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NASCAR? Racing 2003 Season Papyrus - Full Release From Sierra!

Phillip Malphrus, Jr

NASCAR? Racing 2003 Season Papyrus - Full Release From Sierra!

by Phillip Malphrus, Jr » Thu, 05 Sep 2002 10:06:21

err., it wasnt on that cd but anyone who's been on here long enough knows
what I am talking about ...

Phillip



Darf

NASCAR? Racing 2003 Season Papyrus - Full Release From Sierra!

by Darf » Thu, 05 Sep 2002 10:15:15

I Just new they would change their mind about GPL 2 ;-)

Darf


> A bit of fuel for the speculative fires... from the forum.

> "Papyrus has a longstanding reputation for developing racing titles of
high
> quality and originality, " said Mike Ryder, President of Sierra, " Our
> decision to support the team in creating and developing new concepts in
the
> racing genre, signifies our confidence in the Papyrus Racing team."

> "We're e***d by the opportunities this presents," said Rich Reily,
General
> Manager of Papyrus, "The knowledge we have gained in working with the
> NASCAR? racing franchise has been invaluable. With the full support of
> Sierra behind us and the creative insight of this talented studio, I have
no
> doubt that the superior quality Papyrus fans have come to expect will
> definitely be translated into more spectacular racing titles."

> Interesting reading between those lines.  And finally,

> "As Papyrus completes the final lap in the NASCAR? Racing series, a new
> legacy begins for the team that set the standard in the racing simulation
> genre."

> New legacy, eh?

> My read is that EA's probably bought exclusive rights beginning in '04, so
> Sierra/Papy have no choice but to move on.  Weep or Rejoice, as suits your
> interest... ;-)

> SB



> > Usually it means last :)

Juan Vizos

NASCAR? Racing 2003 Season Papyrus - Full Release From Sierra!

by Juan Vizos » Thu, 05 Sep 2002 11:24:44

YESSS!!!!  At last Papy are gonna have the time to  turn there hands to
'Sewer Trout Racing' !!!!  to be followed by 'Sewer Trout Racing II'  and
'Sewer Trout Racing 2005'   .. realistic 'Tail Physics'  and 'Scale model'
with enhanced 3d graphics, allowing oil and dirt build -up , comprehensive
ai herons and pike !!  LOL  Get that 3d  Trophy Bass feel coupled with a
racing title!!  :-)  jv


,

Steve Blankenshi

NASCAR? Racing 2003 Season Papyrus - Full Release From Sierra!

by Steve Blankenshi » Thu, 05 Sep 2002 11:38:25

Lessee...  They've never gone with any niche interests, preferring major
series like the USAC/CART Indy Cars when they were the most popular,
undisputed summit of auto racing in the US, then Nascar which supplanted
CART as the premier US series.  So it's going to be a major league series, I
should think.  But since those days, of course, Sierra's been acquired by a
European interest, Vivendi.  So perhaps a more international focus is in
order.  Not a lot of choices spring to mind that would satisfy market
requirements for a development of that level.  In context of the buzz about
EA bailing from F1 after the current ISI effort in favor of Nascar, you
think maybe...

SB


> Sounds more to me like they will delve into other racing titles, whoohee
> perhaps a modern open wheel sim by Papy?

> Don Burnette



> > With over a decade of experience in developing racing games, the team is
> > ready to expand their expertise and explore new ideas for the racing
genre
> > on multiple *** platforms.

> > I wonder if this signals the end of the PC online era and the start of
> > things like
> > Sony.Net and Microsoft.Net broadband *** series for the PS2 and XBOX.

> > The developers I work with always tell me that the PC is a dead end deal
> and
> > the consoles have the volume.  Now maybe they can make a profit.  What
do
> > we have now.. 3 major *** corporations that have swallowed up about
> > 100 *** publishers..

> > --
> > Donald Wilshe
> > 888 588-9207
> > Martel Brothers Performance, Worlds Largest On-Line Auto Parts Mfg
Catalog
> > Library
> > www.martelbros.com
> > Other Interest:
> > www.ivga.com
> > www.games-advertising.com
> > www.whra.com



> > > NASCAR 2003
> > >      DNaney (Sysop) - 11:34am Sep 3, 2002 PST
> > >       "All right, they're on our left, they're on our right, they're
in
> > > front of us, they're behind us... they can't get away this time."
> Vivendi
> > > Universal Games - Sierra Forum Sysop
> > >       FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

> > >       Sierra Entertainment, Inc. and Papyrus Racing Games Announce
> NASCAR?
> > > Racing 2003 Season Papyrus delivers the most complete NASCAR Racing
> > > experience with the latest addition to their highly acclaimed, award
> > winning
> > > franchise
> > >       BELLEVUE, WA (September 3, 2002) - Sierra Entertainment, Inc., a
> > > studio of the Games division of Vivendi Universal Publishing, today
> > > announced NASCAR Racing 2003 Season, the finale to its best selling
> > > franchise. Scheduled for release in February 2003, NASCAR? Racing 2003
> > > Season, developed by Massachusetts-based Papyrus Racing Games, will
> > combine
> > > the most authentic NASCAR racing experience with new revolutionary 3D
> > > graphics that will bring to life the sights, thrills, and sounds of
> racing
> > > at 193 MPH.

> > >       "We wanted to capture the true essence of the environment on and
> > > around the track," said Rich Yasi, seven-year veteran of Papyrus and
> > Design
> > > Director at Papyrus Racing Games, "In keeping with our vision to
create
> > the
> > > most realistic and immersive driving experience, we have created
dynamic
> > > environments and spectacular graphical enhancements that bring each
> track
> > to
> > > life."

> > >       Since 1994, Papyrus Racing Games has developed award winning
> racing
> > > titles that have set the standard in delivering the most realistic and
> > > authentic driving experience for the PC. With over a decade of
> experience
> > in
> > > developing racing games, the team is ready to expand their expertise
and
> > > explore new ideas for the racing genre on multiple *** platforms.

> > >       "Papyrus has a longstanding reputation for developing racing
> titles
> > of
> > > high quality and originality, " said Mike Ryder, President of Sierra,
"
> > Our
> > > decision to support the team in creating and developing new concepts
in
> > the
> > > racing genre, signifies our confidence in the Papyrus Racing team."

> > >       "We're e***d by the opportunities this presents," said Rich
> Reily,
> > > General Manager of Papyrus, "The knowledge we have gained in working
> with
> > > the NASCAR? racing franchise has been invaluable. With the full
support
> of
> > > Sierra behind us and the creative insight of this talented studio, I
> have
> > no
> > > doubt that the superior quality Papyrus fans have come to expect will
> > > definitely be translated into more spectacular racing titles."

> > >       This February 2003, NASCAR? Racing 2003 Season will immerse you
in
> > the
> > > most captivating NASCAR racing experience available on the PC. Tracks
> come
> > > to life as dirt, debris, and oil buildup on the windshield, clouds
cast
> > > shadows and flags wave in the breeze, giving players the most engaging
> > > driving experience available for the PC. Extraordinary 3D graphics, an
> > > explosive sound system, driving lessons and track tutorials, and 2003
> > > drivers, teams and paint schemes will complete the legacy of award
> winning
> > > NASCAR? Racing games. As Papyrus completes the final lap in the
NASCAR?
> > > Racing series, a new legacy begins for the team that set the standard
in
> > the
> > > racing simulation genre.

> > >       About NASCAR
> > >       The NASCAR? Licensing and Retail Development team that is based
in
> > > C***te, NC, is committed to creating retail programs that provide
> value
> > > to NASCAR sponsors, promotional partners, licensees as well as
drivers,
> > > teams and tracks. Under the direction of vice president of strategic
> > > marketing and licensing, Steve Boguski, and managing director Dee
Scott,
> > the
> > > department researches new categories, licenses qualified companies,
> > handles
> > > quality control, and develops retail partnerships in an effort to
drive
> > > sales of NASCAR-licensed product. NASCAR supports its line of licensed
> > > products through an integrated marketing strategy including annual
trade
> > > advertising, a comprehensive retail guide, trade show exhibits, a
> > quarterly
> > > newsletter and a dedicated web presence on NASCAR.com.

> > >       About Sierra
> > >       Sierra Entertainment, Inc., http://www.racesimcentral.net/, a studio of
the
> > > Games division of Vivendi Universal Publishing, is one of the original
> > > developers and largest worldwide publishers of interactive
entertainment
> > > software. Based in Bellevue, WA, Sierra is renowned for releasing
> > critically
> > > acclaimed and award winning titles that represent a wide variety of
> > computer
> > > entertainment on game consoles and PC platforms.

> > > --
> > > Donald Wilshe
> > > 888 588-9207
> > > Martel Brothers Performance, Worlds Largest On-Line Auto Parts Mfg
> Catalog
> > > Library
> > > www.martelbros.com
> > > Other Interest:
> > > www.ivga.com
> > > www.games-advertising.com
> > > www.whra.com

jason moy

NASCAR? Racing 2003 Season Papyrus - Full Release From Sierra!

by jason moy » Thu, 05 Sep 2002 12:15:19


>"today announced NASCAR Racing 2003 Season, the finale to its best selling
>franchise"

>Um, "Finale" ?

>What the hell is that supposed to mean ?

Grand Prix Legends 2
CART Racing 2
Grand Prix Racing 1

Those are my top 3 guesses.

Jason

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Dave Henri

NASCAR? Racing 2003 Season Papyrus - Full Release From Sierra!

by Dave Henri » Thu, 05 Sep 2002 12:05:35


> YESSS!!!!  At last Papy are gonna have the time to  turn there hands to
> 'Sewer Trout Racing' !!!!  to be followed by 'Sewer Trout Racing II'  and
> 'Sewer Trout Racing 2005'   .. realistic 'Tail Physics'  and 'Scale model'
> with enhanced 3d graphics, allowing oil and dirt build -up , comprehensive
> ai herons and pike !!  LOL  Get that 3d  Trophy Bass feel coupled with a
> racing title!!  :-)  jv



> > Usually it means last :)

   Maybe they can finally get to that 3dfx patch for Soda Off Road
Racing(Gripped for the Brits)

dave henrie

Carl Ribbegaard

NASCAR? Racing 2003 Season Papyrus - Full Release From Sierra!

by Carl Ribbegaard » Thu, 05 Sep 2002 14:11:39

:-)



> >"today announced NASCAR Racing 2003 Season, the finale to its best
selling
> >franchise"

> >Um, "Finale" ?

> >What the hell is that supposed to mean ?

> Grand Prix Legends 2
> CART Racing 2
> Grand Prix Racing 1

> Those are my top 3 guesses.

> Jason

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> GPLRank 24.50
> N2002Rank -12.995

Doug Elliso

NASCAR? Racing 2003 Season Papyrus - Full Release From Sierra!

by Doug Elliso » Thu, 05 Sep 2002 22:49:52


Only if they dont offer anything new ( COUGH GP4 COUGH)

EA were the worst at this - with TWO F1 titles within about 8 months in
2000.

DOug

Larr

NASCAR? Racing 2003 Season Papyrus - Full Release From Sierra!

by Larr » Fri, 06 Sep 2002 01:15:23

If you are correct, it goes a long way into showing just how STOOPID Nascar
really can be sometimes.

I was wondering why Bennie has been hawking that god-awful looking SIM on
race day.  Now, unfortunately, we know why :(

-Larry


> A bit of fuel for the speculative fires... from the forum.

> New legacy, eh?

> My read is that EA's probably bought exclusive rights beginning in '04, so
> Sierra/Papy have no choice but to move on.  Weep or Rejoice, as suits your
> interest... ;-)

> SB



> > Usually it means last :)

Larr

NASCAR? Racing 2003 Season Papyrus - Full Release From Sierra!

by Larr » Fri, 06 Sep 2002 01:18:08

I'll believe it when I see it.

I'll also buy it LONG before EA gets ANY of my money for their lousy Nascar
efforts.  Unless they perform some sort of miracle and actually release
something worthwhile.

-Larry



> >"today announced NASCAR Racing 2003 Season, the finale to its best
selling
> >franchise"

> >Um, "Finale" ?

> >What the hell is that supposed to mean ?

> Grand Prix Legends 2
> CART Racing 2
> Grand Prix Racing 1

> Those are my top 3 guesses.

> Jason

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> GPLRank 24.50
> N2002Rank -12.995

Joe6

NASCAR? Racing 2003 Season Papyrus - Full Release From Sierra!

by Joe6 » Fri, 06 Sep 2002 09:32:12


>Um, "Finale" ?

>What the hell is that supposed to mean ?

Sounds like they will finally be making a new racing game.
Woohoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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