Colin McRae Rally 04 Races onto Retail Shelves

Rally racing is back with more action than ever in the latest installment of the
award-winning series.  Improved physics and car handling combined with new
championships, custom rallies, new single and multiplayer gaming modes, and
unique car part testing result in an intense and realistic racing experience.   

"The demand for the latest installment of our Colin McRae series is
unprecedented.  Both the retail and gaming community are excited that a game of
this quality is available at such a competitive price point," said Steven Lux,
Senior Vice President of Marketing, Codemasters.  "Codemasters continues to
deliver the most superior and realistic racing games to our fans."

Colin McRae Rally 04 offers up more than 20 vehicles constructed in
stunning detail including Mitsubishi EVO 7, Subaru Impreza and Citroen Xsara,
alongside classic rally cars.  An advanced visual engine creates dramatic
replays in jaw-dropping detail.

Additional game features include:
… 48 tracks and 4 shakedown stages through 8 countries including the U.S., UK,
Australia and Japan.
… Player can compete in a full rally season or specialize in a 4 or 2 wheel
drive championship.
… New Expert Championship Mode demands the best performance from the most
die-hard rally fan with its tough damage settings and ultra-competitive AI
drivers.
… Car part testing helps the player acquire new technology increasing the chance
of success.
… Stages and Rally modes allow the player to race against the clock or go
multiplayer with split screen play with up to four players.  Saved runs can be
seen on the stage as a ghost car.
… Create a Custom Rally with favorite or themed stages that can be compiled,
saved and played at any time.
… Players can compete for best stage times and upload their times online using
Xbox Live.

For all the latest screens and movies and to join petrol-heads on the game’s
forums, visit the website at

www.codemasters.com/colinmcrae04

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