“Rugby League 2 was a massive success and gamers had been asking for an updated version for a long time,” said David Robles, Business Development Manager for HES. “By working with Sidhe to deliver a new version of the game, with updated features, and rosters, we’re giving the fans what they want on the platform they want it most.”
Rugby League 2: World Cup Edition includes a host of features and new updates for Rugby fans including:
- All New World Cup Mode
- Squad and Jersey updates for the 2008 NRL, Super League and World Cup International Teams
- Addition of new NRL franchise the Gold Coast Titans including player likenesses
- Stadia updates and five new stadia including Skilled Park (Gold Coast), Browne Park (Rockhampton, QLD), New Craven Park (UK), Twickenham Stoop (UK) and Stade Gilbert Brutus (France)
- New in-game cut scenes
- New Twilight NRL Grand Final Stadia
Rugby League 2: World Cup Edition is expected to be release for PS2 in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom in early November 2008.