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DISNEY•PIXAR'S CARS 2: THE VIDEO GAME ACHIEVES INDUSTRY ACCOLADES AT TOP SPEED

Further secrets of C.H.R.O.M.E. to be unveiled this holiday with the release of Cars 2: The Video Game for Nintendo 3DS

Disney Interactive Studios today announced that Disney•Pixar's Cars 2: The Video Game is fast on its way to becoming the ultimate spy adventure. Since the game's release on 22nd July, 2011, game critics have praised the title for its widespread appeal to both a younger and older audience, stunning visuals, and action racing gameplay fueled by multiplayer capabilities for up to four players. The next addition to this international game of espionage is expected to come this holiday with Cars 2: The Video Game for Nintendo 3DS.

"It's very rewarding to see how members of the media have jumped behind the wheel to become agents of C.H.R.O.M.E in support of Cars 2: The Video Game," said John Blackburn, vice president and general manager of Avalanche Software. "We're very proud of the work we have done with Pixar on this title and the way media are acknowledging Disney Interactive Studios as a leader in family video game entertainment. It's great to see the game recognized in such an outstanding manner."

Cars 2: The Video Game has received numerous favorable accolades from members of the media:

"If you're into speed, blowing things up and battling your mates then this amazing game is for you!" - Toxic 91%

"Cars 2 is a great multiplayer game that rivals Mario Kart." - IGN 8.0 out of 10

"Cars 2 provides family fun right off the starting grid." - Sunday Mirror 4/5

Available this holiday, Cars 2: The Video Game for Nintendo 3DS will offer the very best in eye-popping gameplay through the system's stereoscopic 3D display. The game will take advantage of StreetPass™ communication, allowing players to unlock and share new skins. Multiplayer action with up to four players will also be available.

Development for Cars 2: The Video Game was led by Avalanche Software in collaboration with the filmmakers at Pixar Animation Studios. The game features full 3D support for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and is also currently available on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii™, Nintendo DS™ and PC/MAC. An additional Nintendo 3DS version of the game is currently in development by Firebrand and is expected to release this holiday. The console versions are all rated PEGI 7 while the Nintendo DS version is rated PEGI 3.