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The World of Speed Steam page has been updated with a new developer blog to provide readers with information about what the team has been working on most recently as the game races towards Open Beta. Most notably, players can expect several new systems to launch after the start of Open Beta including: Clans, new game modes, and a new chat system.

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New Chat Options & UI Improvements for New Players Coming Soon

The World of Speed developers have taken to the game's Steam page to post another in a long line of diaries to keep fans abreast of changes being implemented in the game as it heads closer to open beta testing. In the latest post, readers are informed about the growing dev team, improvements being made to the UI to assist new players, and the possible inclusion of Group Racing in a future build.

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New Maps, Global Chat & Some Super Secret Surprises in the Works

The World of Speed blog on the game's Steam page has been updated with a new post that is short and sweet but continues to show the team's commitment to getting the game out to open beta. While there are some secrets that developers are keeping to themselves, we do know that global chat and other social features are in the work. In addition "new liveries" for rides are being created as well as new maps with different tracks.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/new-maps-global-chat-and-some-super-secret-surprises-in-the-works-2000098518 News World of Speed Catherine Daro https://www.mmorpg.com/news/new-maps-global-chat-and-some-super-secret-surprises-in-the-works-2000098518 MMORPG.com Sun, 27 May 2018 09:00:00 -0000
Devs Still Speeding to Open Beta Release

The World of Speed Steam page has been updated with a series of blog posts to close out the weekend. In each, the team discusses ongoing progress being made to bring the game closer to the open beta phase of development. Most notably Ranked Races are still a work in progress, but that devs are working as quickly as possible to bring the open beta closer to release.

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Ranked Races Tweaked, Optimization Improved

As the World of Speed team races towards open beta, it has been hard at work to prepare the client for deployment. This week a number of adjustments have been made to the back end to improve connectivity and to shut down memory leaks for better performance. On the gameplay side, the team has made some adjustments to Ranked Races based on community feedback.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/ranked-races-tweaked-optimization-improved-2000098388 News World of Speed Catherine Daro https://www.mmorpg.com/news/ranked-races-tweaked-optimization-improved-2000098388 MMORPG.com Sat, 12 May 2018 12:00:00 -0000
Latest Update to Include Client Optimization, Open Beta Coming Soon™

The latest World of Speed developer diary has been published that informs the community that the team has been hard at work on a pair of patches that will prepare the game for open beta. One patch is focused primarily on client optimization while the other will bring the player Profile feature on board.

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Devs Collect Data & Feedback as the Game Races to Free-to-Play

The latest World of Speed developer update has been published on the game's Steam page. In it, players are informed that the team is collating and examining racing data in order to determine what should be published on individual profile stats pages. In addition, Ranked Races are being examined in order to "find the balance between all the ideas and rules that have been suggested by our community".

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Plans for Moving From Early Access to F2P Are in 'Full Motion'

The latest World of Speed developer diary has been published on the game's Steam page. In it, we learn that the next update is in the works and that 'we are only a few steps from release' as a free to play game. Players can look for Update 0.3 in the near future that will bring changes to Ranked Races, the addition of the Player Profile that allows tracking of progress and overall performance over the course time.

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Big, Big Changes Zoom into Game with Update 0.2

The World of Speed team has taken to the Steam early access page to inform players that v0.2 has been deployed. The patch brings a massive number of changes and improvements to the game including an overhauled upgrade system, balance tweaks and new features.

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Racing into Steam Early Access on August 23rd

Saber Interactive and Mad Dog Games have announced the Steam release date for World of Speed. Players will be able to jump in and get racing beginning on Wednesday, August 23rd. The game will be free to download and play with in-app purchases. Currently three car packages are listed on the Steam page, though pricing information is as-yet unavailable.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/racing-into-steam-early-access-on-august-23rd-2000096588 News World of Speed Suzie Ford https://www.mmorpg.com/news/racing-into-steam-early-access-on-august-23rd-2000096588 MMORPG.com Mon, 21 Aug 2017 07:50:59 -0000
Race the World!

In World of Speed you'll race at a variety of locations from around the globe! Whether it's the sunny streets of San Francisco, the picturesque Cote d'Azur or way up in the Mountains there is a track for every racer in World of Speed! In this trailer you'll take a look at some of the locations we've already revealed but you'll also get a first look at a brand new location called the Mountain Spiral Road and a glimpse at some of the locations we have yet to reveal! Sign up for the Beta now

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BMW Z4 sDrive30i

We are very excited the reveal the next car on the World of Speed car list - the BMW Z4 sDrive30i! While the Z4 was first introduced in 2002, BMW launched the Z4 sDrive30i in 2009. Under this Roadster's hood is a 3.0-liter inline-six engine that produces 255 HP and 220 lb-ft of torque. While that may not sound like a lot you have to consider the weight and size of the Z4. With that much power you're looking at a top speed of 250 KM/H and 0 - 100 KM/H in six seconds! If you want to get b

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Dream Drive: Ford Mustang GT vs. Chevrolet Camaro SS

The Ford Mustang GT and Chevrolet Camaro SS - two truly iconic muscle cars! In this World of Speed Dream Drive trailer you'll see the modern day Camaro & Mustang go head-to-head on the streets of San Francisco and California Highway. Both locations are full of tight ninety degree turns, lots of hills and long straight aways. Perfect for pushing these muscle cars to their limit and proving which one reigns supreme. Sign up for the World of Speed beta for your chance to drive both the Ford

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Toyota Supra Mk4

The Toyota Supra Mk4 has finally arrived in World of Speed! One of the pinnacle Japanese sports cars, the Supra Mk4 was in production from 1992 through to 2002. With the Toyota 2JZ-GTE I6 engine producing 320 HP under the hood you'll be able to push this car up to 100 KM/H in 5.1 seconds and hit a top speed of 250 KM/H and that before you even start customizing it! Sign up for the World of Speed beta now for your chance to drive the Toyota Supra Mk4 and many other great cars!

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Fast Cars in Moscow!

Last week the World of Speed community team hosted a Live Stream where they showed the community a one-on-one race featuring the RUF RK Coupe vs Mercedes SLS at the Moscow location in the game. Watch as these two opponents battle it out on the track, competing not only to cross the finish line first but to complete the objectives in order to secure victory in the race!

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McLaren F1 - Speed & Elegance Embodied

The McLaren F1 is one of the most iconic cars of all-time and we are extremely excited to announce that players will be able to drive it in World of Speed!

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Introducing the BMW M3 E92

Introducing the BMW M3 E92! This legendary German coupe was born and bred on the Nürburgring. With a top speed of 286 km/h and acceleration to 100 km/h in just 3.9 seconds the M3 E92 is ready to take on any track in World of Speed! Sign up for the World of Speed Beta now for your chance to drive the BMW M3 E92 in game!

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Ford Mustang GT

World of Speed |Introducing the Ford Mustang GT - the latest car to join World of Speed! It's the first American muscle car to be added to the game but certainly won't be the last. In production from 2011 to 2013, the Mustang GT will go from 0 - 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds with a top speed of 234 km/h. If you want your chance to get behind the wheel of some American muscle sign up for the beta now!

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Moscow Racing

Take an all new look at World of Speed's Moscow track! This trailer features two teams battling it out on the streets of Moscow. Watch as each team member goes after specific in-race objectives and tries to prevent the opposing team from completing theirs. Everything you do in the race counts and you can help your team capture victory even if you're not in first place.

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Dream Drive: Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X vs. Subaru Impreza WRX STi

This latest World of Speed Dream Drive features a battle between fierce rivals - the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X and the Subaru Impreza WRX STi. Although these manufactures have a lot in common, for 20 years they have been battling for supremacy on rally courses across the globe! It's time to see how this rivalry plays out in World of Speed! Sign up for the beta now!

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Get Ready for a High Speed Ride

I’ve always been a big fan of racing games. I’m terrible at them, but I love them. They allow me to play against other people competitively while not having to worry about disappointing super competitive, hardcore players who might be my teammates. So when I first heard about World of Speed I was quite excited. Unfortunately as I learned at Gamescom when I played it you are part of a team and you can let them down.

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Gamescom Trailer Shows Off Teamwork

Slightly Mad Games has released the Gamescom 2014 trailer for World of Speed. In it, the team emphasizes team game play and the acquisition and completion of objectives. Check it out!

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Gamescom Team Racing Trailer

Get ready for Team Racing in World of Speed! To win the team race you need to be not only fast, but be smart and cooperate with your teammates! In this trailer you'll see that teammates and friends will need to cooperate to complete in-race objectives that will determine the winning team in the race. Even if you know you're not going to cross the finish line first that doesn't mean you can't help your time win. By completing the objectives or preventing the opposing team from completing the

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A Dream Drive Through Moscow

Slightly Mad Studios and My.com have released the latest trailer from the upcoming racing MMO, World of Speed. In the new video, viewers are taken on a high-octane race through the streets of Moscow as a Mazda RX-7 takes on a Mercedes 190E. The video also give out the first information about the forthcoming closed beta and how you can get involved. Check it out!

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Our First Look from E3

Hello everyone and welcome back to should be my last recap article from E3 before I get back to my regularly scheduled weekly column. I think next week I’ll focus on all the information pouring out of the Goblinworks camp about the Pathfinder Online alpha. But until then let us talk about another ground breaking MMORPG, World of Speed, only in this game instead of taking your avatar and picking up mighty weapons and slaying prime evils you… race cars?

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Visual & Performance Tuning Featured in E3 Trailer

World of Speed will feature a huge variety of ways a player can give their car a unique look, but also a unique performance on the racetrack. The team behind WoS has released a fantastic new trailer to show off the astonishing array of both visual and performance tuning features that players can expect when World of Speed goes live.

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The Amazing Visual & Performance Enhancements

E3 Trailer from World of Speed that lays out the details on the performance and visual enhancement system.

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How Does a Racing MMO Work?

There is no question that racing games on all platforms are hugely possible but until the recent announcement of World of Speed, the MMO space has not seen many pass through its portals. We caught up to Slightly Mad Studios CEO Andy Tudor to find out more about the game. Read on and then leave your thoughts in the comments.

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Moscow: Game vs Reality Trailer

Slightly Mad Studios and My.com have released a brand new trailer for World of Speed. In it, players get a firsthand look at the Moscow track complete with actual race footage spliced in with in-game footage. Check it out to see if you can spot the difference!

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Brands Hatch Circuit Screens

World of Cars is a game that is squarely aimed at race car fanatics and the team is ready to show off some of the circuits players will be able to drive on. In the latest reveal, the Brands Hatch circuit is shown off.

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Combining Racing and MMOs

World of Speed Online combines the two worlds of racing games and MMOs. In the past there have been several games which tried to tackle this combination. World of Speed brings some of the great elements of the racing game genre into the online space where players can form teams, race opponents, and even build their own tracks. We met with the crew from Slightly Mad Studios to have a look at the game and get the low down.

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