Xbox 360 introduces a limited Rugby World Cup 2011 game and console bundle in time for kick off
Sydney, 12 August 2011 – With anticipation for Rugby World Cup 2011 reaching fever pitch, Microsoft is excited to announce the launch of a limited edition RUGBY WORLD CUP 2011 bundle1.
The bundle2 includes the Official RUGBY WORLD CUP 2011 video game and a 4GB Xbox 360 console, and will hit shelves the same day as the game goes on sale on August 25.
Developed by HB Studios and published by 505 Games, RUGBY WORLD CUP 2011 reflects the action and passion of the world’s third-largest sporting event with the one of the most advanced and accurate rugby experiences ever created.
RUGBY WORLD CUP 2011 offers players the chance to pick from the 20 Rugby World Cup 2011 participating countries, and attempt to lead their team all the way through the pool phase through to the Final.
Not only is RUGBY WORLD CUP 2011 the only game that gives players the opportunity to lift the prestigious Webb Ellis Cup, for the first time it offers fans the chance to compete online by challenging other players to one-on-one matches on Xbox LIVE®4.
Six of the world’s most well-known voices of rugby also offer added realism.
Former All Black Sean Fitzpatrick and top Australian commentator Greg Clark form the Southern Hemisphere commentary team, in addition to the UK commentary team of Sky Sports stars Miles Harrison and former England rugby international Stuart Barnes, plus the French duo of Philippe Sella (one-time record holder for the most international rugby union appearances) and Eric Bayle.
Jeremy Hinton, Xbox Category Manager, Australia, says, “We’re thrilled to launch this Xbox bundle just in time for the Rugby World Cup. We know people all over the world are going to be watching their teams play and now they will be able to get involved even more and experience some of the exciting competition for themselves.”
- The Official RUGBY WORLD CUP 2011 video game launches on August 25 2011, RRP3 AU$99.95. The limited edition Xbox 360 console and video game pack will also be available for Xbox 360 on this date, RRP3 $349 AUD.
1 The Xbox 360 RUGBY WORLD CUP 2011 game is rated G.
2 The Xbox 360 RUGBY WORLD CUP 2011 game and console pack is rated PG.
3 Recommended retail price, the price you pay will be determined by your retailer.
4 Xbox Live Gold Subscription required (sold separately).
For more information, please see xbox.com.au/rwc2011