If you’re a fan of intense action racing games, then you’ll be happy to hear that an update for MotorStorm Apocalypse is now available on the PlayStation Network.

According to Evolution Studios, the ‘After Party’ update is the “biggest update” to the game so far…and it’s free! It includes a new day-and-night track called The Rock as well as new Special Events Packs and weekly challenges.

The Rock track is set on an abandoned prison island near the bay. It features multiple routes that have been carved into the island’s varied terrain so you can “expect off-road racing action reminiscent of the legendary island in the Pacific Rift.”

You can also look forward to a bunch of new single player races, which will be introduced via Special Events Packs. You’ll play as a character from The Festival in each pack, with 120 000 chips up for grabs if you take first place in six unique events. The first pack, titled “Stone: Jack of Clubs,” will be included in this ‘After Party’ update and you can expect further free Events Packs to be released via the PlayStation Store in the coming weeks.

Players will also be able to boost their chip total in the Weekly Challenges. With 30 000 chips up for grab each week, you’ll have plenty of incentive to beat the target in a Rookie, Pro and Veteran challenge and use the chips to unlock new ranks, rewards and Trophies. Keep an eye out on a Wednesday when the available races change.

Evolution Studios have also re-tuned some vehicle types’ performance to support more evenly balanced and competitive races. You’ll notice the most improvements in the Supercar, Dirt Bike and Superbike classes but the Racing Truck, Muscle Car and ATV types have also been tweaked.

Lastly the update includes many “behind the scenes changes to the game and the online servers, to make the overall experience more robust and reliable. Important improvements have been made to online matchmaking lobbies, player profile records and leaderboard browsing.”

Look out for the MotorStorm: Apocalypse ‘Party Update’ which is available now on the PlayStation Network and keep your dial tuned to El33tonline for more news on the next update, which will include the Game Mode Editor, steering wheel support and several other surprises.

Source: PlayStation Blog