“Project Gotham Racing 4″ is off to the races as Microsoft Game Studios today announced that the fourth iteration in the famed racing franchise has arrived at U.S. retailers. From Bizarre Creations, the Xbox 360 exclusive introduces motorcycles and a dynamic weather system to the renowned “PGR” franchise. Available for the estimated retail price of $59.99 and rated “E” for Everyone, “PGR 4″ takes racing to a new level of thrill and excitement.

With a dramatic new weather system, revamped career mode, revised Kudos system, new tracks and locations as well as the world’s most iconic vehicles, “PGR 4” takes the franchise to the next level in racing games. For the first time in “PGR” history, drivers will have the option of racing a variety of motorcycles from top manufacturers, such as Ducati, BMW and Honda. Whether on two wheels or four, players must perform daring and stylistic moves to win over their fans, who will cheer them on as they follow their road to racing notoriety.

Additionally, through a feature called PGR On-Demand, drivers can save their favorite races and search over Xbox LIVE for race content that is specific to their interests. Players can find out who has the longest slide or wheelie in Shanghai or St. Petersburg, for example, through the innovative new PGR On-Demand. And of course, Xbox LIVE gives gamers the chance to race online with friends and opponents, putting the game’s 120 plus iconic vehicles to the true test.

For more information on “PGR4,” visit Bizarre Creations or Xbox.com.