Take a ride on “Route 66” computer game

Big Fish Games has released a "Route 66" game that you can download and play on your PC. Here's the summary: Travel down the world famous Route 66 with ‘Mad’ Madeleine Mayflower, as she takes a much needed vacation from motorcycle racing. Explore hilarious and well-known tourist attractions as you travel all over the country … Continue reading Take a ride on “Route 66” computer game

Nintendo comic takes place on Route 66

If you're a user of Nintendo DSi, you may be interested to know that a comic book that has been specifically designed for the console that takes place at least partially on Route 66, reports Newsarama.com. The comic is titled "Thunder Road #1," and it has this description: A high-action, wide-sweeping episodic pulp adventure by … Continue reading Nintendo comic takes place on Route 66

Virtual cruising

Game Planet reports that the Midnight Club Los Angeles video game contains startlingly accurate re-creations of landmarks in the City of Angels, including a notable one at the symbolic end of Route 66: Midnight Club Los Angeles takes full advantage of the potential in the current generation of hardware to exceed all expectations. And that … Continue reading Virtual cruising

Review of “Harley-Davidson: Race to the Rally”

Gord Goble of IGN.com checked out the new video game, "Harley-Davidson: Race to the Rally," which reportedly contains a segment of Route 66 as a part of its cross-country motorcycle journey. Goble didn't like it much; he described it as "disappointing" and graded it a mediocre 5 of a possible 10. And apparently the game's … Continue reading Review of “Harley-Davidson: Race to the Rally”

PlayStation2 game includes a Route 66 cruise

According to this news release, Activision has produced a new PlayStation2 game called Harley-Davidson Race to the Rally, which allows even non-motorcycle riders to experience the open road in a Hog. Here are the features: Harley-Davidson®: Race to the Rally takes gamers from coast to coast across America exploring classic rides centric to "Harley-Davidson" and … Continue reading PlayStation2 game includes a Route 66 cruise

“Cars” video game review

Red Fork Hippie Chick here, reporting in with a review of the new Cars video game, which we bought this evening. The game, called "Cars Radiator Springs Adventures," is a kid-friendly piece of software that actually contains 11 games. The main game is the Legends Race, which you cannot hope to win without unlocking the … Continue reading “Cars” video game review

“Cars” news roundup

IGN.com took the Pixar "Cars" mobile electronic game for a spin. It was rated a 7.2 out of 10, which is "decent." The reviewer says it's good for kids, but probably will bore most adults. The Los Angeles Times provided a detailed listing of the inside jokes, details and other fascinating factoids about the film. … Continue reading “Cars” news roundup

Production revs up for “Cars” video game

Xbox Advanced reports that THQ is currently developing a video game based on the Pixar Animation Studios' Route 66 summer film, "Cars." It will be available for Xbox, Playstation 2, PC and GameCube platforms. The game should be in stores shortly before or on the movie's release of June 9. The game will include voice … Continue reading Production revs up for “Cars” video game