2024-11-05 20:37:00
The Crew Motorfest enters Year 2 with the biggest update ever released in the franchise’s history
Ubisoft has just announced that the long-awaited Year 2 of The Crew Motorfest, which includes Season 5 of the game, will be available worldwide starting this Wednesday (6), for users of PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. Revealed during The Crew Showcase 2024, the new content for the open-world racing action game is the biggest update ever released by the Ubisoft Ivory Tower team, and players will have a substantial amount of new content to expand their experiences.
From November 6th, players can enjoy Season 5 of the game with a series of new features, such as the fantastic island of Maui, the Chase Squad experience and exciting playlists
With the arrival of Season 5, The Crew Motorfest adds the new island of Maui to the game for free, which has nine areas and biomes, as well as more than 470 km of new roads to explore. The location also offers unlimited opportunities for adventure, competition and fun, and can be accessed directly from O’ahu, with no loading time, which makes traveling between the islands a quick and enjoyable experience for all players.
Among other new features, the following playlists also arrive at The Crew Motorfest along with Year 2:
• Made In Japan Volume 2:
The sequel to the acclaimed list of cars, races and challenges provides an exciting and intense experience for nighttime street racing and will be available for free to all The Crew Motorfest players. By completing the sequence, players unlock access to Rival Races, a mode in which they can compete against 21 rivals spread across O’ahu and Maui, participate in dynamic random clashes and win exclusive rewards.
• Chase Squad:
Players embark on a high-intensity hunt to track, outrun and defeat street racing rivals in mind-bending showdowns across the island. Available via Year 2 season pass, this high-octane experience offers the chance to evolve from rookie to respected team member. After completing the Chase Squad playlist, players unlock new open-world chases featuring 21 additional street racers. Players will also discover exclusive and intense musical tracks by Carpenter Brut, a renowned French artist known for mixing elements of horror films, metal, rock and electronic music. These creations perfectly capture the intense atmosphere of the Chase Squad experience, and feature an exclusive track called Death Racer, which has been available on all digital and streaming platforms since November 1st.
The Chase Squad experience, which includes the playlist of the same name and is part of the Year 2 Season Pass, also gives access to 20 additional vehicles. Of these, seven are exclusive to players who complete dedicated missions and open-world chases, and 13 are monthly releases, with two available on 6/11. Gamers who purchase the updated Gold and Ultimate editions of The Crew Motorfest will also receive the new content and can purchase the previous pass at a reduced price.
Significant improvements
Season 5 of The Crew Motorfest brings several significant improvements for players. For the first time in The Crew franchise, functional rear-view mirrors are available for next-generation consoles and PC, which enhances situational awareness and offers a better view of competitors and the surrounding environment. Additionally, new Prestige Tickets allow players to unlock previously missed rewards in Summit Contests. Grand Race modifiers and Maui sections make their debut in the game, as does the No Collision feature, which deepen the user experience.
Finally, Bug Reporter, an online tool for reporting any issues in the game, provides greater transparency about the development process and ensures a better experience for all users.
With the arrival of Season 5, Ubisoft Ivory Tower also announces that The Crew Motorfest will be one of the first enhanced games for the new PlayStation 5 Pro, launching on November 7th.
The game will run at 60 FPS with an average resolution of 1696p during missions thanks to the new PSSR technology. Taking full advantage of the new console’s capabilities, The Crew Motorfest will reach an unprecedented level of visual quality on PS5 and will have sharper, cleaner images, in addition to displaying more objects on the screen — such as stickers, vegetation and people.
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About The Crew Motofest
Developed by Ubisoft Ivory Tower, a studio based in Lyon/France, The Crew Motorfest allows players to make their dreams come true in one of the most exciting and vibrant open worlds ever created. Motorfest is a festival inspired by automotive culture organized in one of the most stunning locations in the world: O’ahu, one of the main islands in the Hawaiian archipelago. Alone or with friends, players can explore this vibrant tropical playground while piloting hundreds of the most legendary vehicles ever built. In every corner of the island, the festival offers endless opportunities for pure fun and different driving challenges, and invites players to explore incredible landscapes: streets of big cities, slopes of volcanoes, lush tropical forests and bucolic beaches. They are free to follow the roads or carve their own path!
About Ubisoft
Ubisoft is a world developer dedicated to enriching the lives of gamers with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft teams spread across studios and commercial offices around the world work to create and develop an immersive and diverse portfolio of games, with brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon® , Just Dance®, Rabbids, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew®, and Tom Clancy’s The Division. Through Ubisoft Connect, gamers can enjoy an ecosystem of services to enhance their gaming experience, earn rewards, and connect with friends across platforms. With the Ubisoft+ subscription service, users have access to a growing catalog of over a hundred Ubisoft games and DLCs. In the 2023-24 fiscal year, Ubisoft recorded global sales of €2.32 billion.
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**Interview: Ubisoft’s Pierre M. Discusses Season 5 Updates for The Crew Motorfest**
**Host:** Good evening, everyone! Today, we have Pierre M., the lead designer for The Crew Motorfest at Ubisoft, joining us to discuss the exciting updates coming in Season 5. Thanks for being here, Pierre!
**Pierre M.:** Thank you for having me! I’m thrilled to share what we have in store for our players.
**Host:** Let’s dive right in. Season 5 is being billed as the biggest update in the franchise’s history. What can players expect from this new season?
**Pierre M.:** Absolutely! Season 5 introduces a stunning new area—Maui. It boasts nine unique biomes and over 470 kilometers of roads to explore. This offers players an expansive and diverse playground like never before. Plus, transitioning between O’ahu and Maui is seamless with no loading times!
**Host:** That sounds incredible! Can you tell us more about the new “Chase Squad” experience?
**Pierre M.:** The “Chase Squad” is designed for thrill-seekers. Players will engage in high-stakes hunts to track and outpace racing rivals across the islands. It’s a fresh, high-octane mode that allows players to rise from rookies to respected team members, all while enjoying an exclusive soundtrack featuring tracks by Carpenter Brut.
**Host:** With so many new features, what quality of life improvements can players look forward to?
**Pierre M.:** We’ve listened to the community and implemented several significant improvements. For the first time, functional rear-view mirrors will enhance the competitive experience on next-gen consoles and PC. Additionally, players can now earn Prestige Tickets to unlock missed rewards from Summit Contests and enjoy the new no-collision feature, which provides a smoother gameplay experience.
**Host:** Those sound like valuable enhancements! How are you ensuring that players are aware of any potential issues in the game?
**Pierre M.:** Transparency is key for us. With our new Bug Reporter tool, players can submit issues they encounter, which helps us continuously improve the game. We’re committed to creating the best player experience possible.
**Host:** It’s great to see a focus on player feedback. Before we wrap up, can you tell us a bit about the visuals players can expect, especially with the upcoming PlayStation 5 Pro?
**Pierre M.:** Definitely! The Crew Motorfest will utilize the PS5 Pro’s capabilities to deliver a stunning visual experience, running at 60 FPS with an average resolution of 1696p. This upgrade will make everything sharper and more detailed, bringing the vibrant world of Motorfest to life like never before.
**Host:** Exciting times ahead for The Crew Motorfest! Thank you so much for sharing these insights, Pierre.
**Pierre M.:** Thank you for having me! We can’t wait for players to experience everything we’ve prepared.
**Host:** And there you have it—the highlights of Season 5 and what to expect in The Crew Motorfest. Don’t forget to check out the updates on release day and enjoy the ride!
