Jonah Lomu Rugby Challenge Release Date

Jonah Lomu Rugby Challenge Release Date UPDATE

UPDATE: Jonah Lomu Rugby Challenge has had its release date pushed up to the 7th of September due to over whelming demand to play the game earlier than the world cup. So head out to stores to grab your copy today. Jonah Lomu Rugby Challenge from Tru Blu Entertainment have announced a release date for the game and that date is soon. The 8th of September to be exact. Quite literally just in time for the 2011 Rugby World Cup which is starting on the 9th of September. Check out thee screenshots below and extra details of the game.

This ans you will be able to enjoy the game for a whole day with your friends, before they desert you to watch the World cup on TV.

“The anticipation for Rugby Challenge has reached fever pitch, and we are excited to finally announce a release date” said Sebastian Giompaolo, Managing Director for Tru Blu Entertainment. “We look forward to delivering the game into the hands of eager fans across all major markets”.

The features and content of Rugby Challenge include:

Play in Single Match Mode, Competition Mode, and multi year Career Mode as well as extensive help and Tutorial Mode options available for players new to the sport
96 teams and 31 stadia featured including official team and competition licenses for the All Blacks, the Qantas Wallabies, the USA Eagles, Bledisloe Cup, AU/NZ Super Rugby, Aviva Premiership Rugby, TOP 14 Orange, RaboDirect PRO12, ITM Cup, and Ranfurly Shield
Enjoy the game with groups of friends locally, or compete in online multiplayer with support up to 4v4 via PlayStation®Network, Xbox LIVE®, or Steam
Create or customise players, teams, and competitions using the extensive customisation tools to shape the game to your own preferences and keep the game fresh season after season
Dynamic presentation delivers a true on-field rugby experience with enhanced replay angles, lifelike cut-scenes, rich sound, and real-time commentary from seasoned rugby commentator Grant Nisbett and former All Blacks halfback Justin Marshall

Rugby Challenge, developed by Sidhe, will also be available for the upcoming PS Vita platform at a later date. View the Screen shots below.