Disney Interactive Studios has announced that it is developing Pure, an extreme sports game set to ‘redefine the off-road racing genre.’ Pure will be racing on to the Xbox 360, PS3 and PC in Autumn 2008.

Taking quad racing to a new level

Developed by Black Rock Studio (formerly Climax Racing of Moto GP and ATV Offroad Fury fame), Pure is described as an ‘extreme sports and off-road, quad racing video game’ that will see racers facing off against skilled rivals and performing aerial tricks and jumps.

The game is set in real-world quad locations around the globe and features ‘never-before-seen, vertigo-inducing massive aerial jumps.’ Begin the game by choosing from various male and female character riders before racing against AI opponents in races and freestyle competitions or up to 16 players online in multiplayer.

Wes Miller, pro rider and founder of H-Bomb films, has been advising in the development to ‘assure the game adheres to the quad culture and authenticity but still allows creative liberties.’

Heart-pounding off-road racing

“We expect Pure to set a new standard for off-road racing that delivers adrenaline-inducing vertical experiences with spectacular aerial tricks and intense wheel-to-wheel racing,” said Craig Relyea, senior vice president of global marketing, Disney Interactive Studios. “Pure will appeal to a wide audience based on the game’s jaw-dropping aerial tricks, breakneck racing and vast environments.”

“Black Rock Studio has established itself as a leading developer of racing video games and we expect to continue that heritage with the creation of Pure, our first game since becoming part of Disney Interactive Studios,” said Jason Avent, game director at Black Rock Studio. “Pure combines the best features of both extreme sports and racing to produce an extraordinary and unique experience.”

Check out the Pure website for more information and screenshots