New Ford racer is keen to get dirty

Empire Interactive has revealed it is to publish a new Ford racing game at the end of November and - for the first time - the cars will be seen covered in scratches and dirt.

Previously, Ford enforced a rule that prevented its cars from appearing with any grime or marks but now the motor giant has decided to relax its strict regulation.

With a working title of Ford Off Road, the game will feature four-wheeled monsters from Ford's motoring stable and more than 24 tracks covering mountains, forests, deserts and more.

Game modes will include Time Trial and Show Me The Money, with the PS2 version capable of displaying split-screen multiplayer or up to six gamers playing simultaneously via PSP Wi-Fi.

Ford Off Road will be released for PS2, PSP and PC.