'...the closest thing to reality without the cost of the bumps and bruises'

May 24, 2007 09:32 GMT  ·  By

It's official, PSP owners and bike racing fans, Oxygen Games has made the big announcement that Dave Mirra BMX Challenge, the latest PSP title from the developer, will be in the shops on June 15th 2007. Also, with this announcement, a fact sheet for the game was released, pointing out some key features. Here they are, below:

■ Dave Mirra BMX Challenge is a first to format release ■ Intuitive control system, realistic responsiveness and pumping sound track ■ Ad-hoc wireless play for up to 4 people ■ Trick attack, training and race playability with exhibition, novice and pro modes ■ Evolving track progression ■ Flips, grinds and grabs have all been implemented into the game - performing them grants speed boosts ■ Create your very own customizable riders with detailed create-a-character mode ■ In depth career mode ■ 17 levels, 9 environments and a selection of bikes to unlock and upgrade ■ Earn better bikes, increase trick ability, complete gravity-defying moves! ■ Perform over 100 tricks ■ Clothing collectables throughout the levels - gather these items to unlock extra clothing options ■ Compete head-to-head with other opponents online in mini games such as Simple Race, Capture the Clown, Who's the Leader, Biggest Trick Combo & Best Score.

What more could you ask from a handheld title? It's got it all: wireless play, track progression, bike flips and all sorts of stunts, customizable characters. This game doesn't even have to hit store shelves for you to know that it's a must have PSP title.

Confident of the game's success, Dave Mirra added: "This game is the closest thing to reality without the cost of the bumps and bruises."

Remember, the adrenaline-filled thrill of BMX street-bike-racing will hit your portable systems from Sony, on June 15th 2007. That is, if you do decide to go, get it the instant it's released. After that, all you have to do is try and stick to the tarmac, with you bike wheels and not your face.