Nascar 2008

[CrossFire43]

Nascar2008.
Release date: 2007
Developer: EA
Platforms: 360 (what I have it on), PS3, PS2
Game Play: 8
Graphics: 7
Overall Ratings: 8
This game was one of the first since Nascar Thunder 2004 to revive the drive to ride... really fast that is. Since EA created 04 the followups have been subpar, and to some down right dull. So the boys at EA went to work..finally. The result is a high octane, 200 mph, and utter carnage for others. This game was the first nascar game on the new generation of consoles. The graphics took a major boost along with drivability. There is a whole new set of angles of how to setup up your car. Gone are the days where a simple tire pressure adjustment can save you from losing control into the wall... or worse into the other 42 drivers AH!!!. Now don't be alarmed this game still has the easy mode where any novice fan can learn the ropes and actually comptete for the win. Another key feature is the introduction to the C.O.T. (car of tomorrow) You can actually follow the 2007 series to a T by driving in the races with the C.O.T. (be warned this type of beast is only for the best of the best). There are a ton of drivers to boot with all three of Nascar's top tier series represented. Nextel, Busch, and Craftsmen. So wheather you want to race door to door with the trucks at Darlington. Or go flying in the Cup series at Daytona. Nascar 2008 is the game for you.  

[sonictim2004]

Played it and wasn't impressed with the AI. Got 09 for Christmas and was told it's pretty much the same. Nationwide and Cup cars handle identical but it's still a good feeling game.