In a recent report from Game File, Ubisoft confirmed that previous plans for a live-action series based on the Driver series have been canceled. However, the publisher also confirmed that it is “actively working on other exciting products related to the franchise”. “We are no longer moving forward with our partnership with Binge for a Driver series,” a spokesperson said. “We are actively working on other exciting projects related to the franchise and can’t wait to share more information in the future.” The latest mainline game in the series, Driver: San Francisco released on 30 August, 2011.
Details for the latest game in the series:
DRIVER SAN FRANCISCO returns to deliver new innovation in open-world and authentic urban driving. Racing through the iconic streets of San Francisco in over 130 muscle and super cars, players take on intense driving missions and challenges that revolve around one thrilling manhunt. As a 14M unit brand, DRIVER brings instant audience recognition and excitement to Ubisoft’s first DRIVER title for next-gen through innovative features, an immersive storyline, and intense action-driving.
- Over 130 fully destructible, licensed cars including the largest variety of classic muscle cars.
- The only racing game with a AAA character-driven storyline• 10 addictive multi-player modes, 6 co-op with split-screen available.
- Unique SHIFT feature allows players to take full advantage of the variety of vehicles and allow for new Multi-player modes within the genre.
- Hollywood-style crashes and chase scenes combined with a gritty, 1970s-inspired look and feel. Multiplayer and online features are no longer available for this product.
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