Sony announces a big ModNation Racers update is due tomorrow

This Wednesday a major update for ModNation Racers comes from Sony, shortening the time it takes to load and adds a Casual difficulty.

Getting into online races quicker is also on the list, and three challenges are now more ”attainable” than before. A full list has been posted.

Here’s the rundown of the ModNation Racers update:

Load Time Improvements

While there are still loads, you will see decreases in load times throughout the game.

New “Casual” Difficulty Mode

We’ve added a “casual” difficulty setting in the options screen.

Challenge friends in XP Series

We’ve added the ability to invite your friends to XP Races & Series.

No more “Hot Lap” Cheaters

We fixed a bug that allowed players to cut the track and post unbeatable times in Hot Lap.

Get into Online Races Quicker

Along with improved load times, we’ve removed the online game room from the ModSpot so you can get into the race faster.

Improved Server Stability

We’ve addressed issues to improve intermittent disconnects that players were experiencing.

Three Challenges now more attainable

We wanted to provide you challenges, but didn’t want to sacrifice fun. We found 3 challenges that proved extremely difficult and changed the conditions to complete them. This includes:

Devastator takedown on Wild Run

Devastator takedown on Modobahn

Sideswipe 3 opponents on the cliff side on Fracture

The Tin Bucket Unlocked!

Finally this is an item is unlocked and available to everyone by default.

Collector Card Improvement

Now see all player creations in their entirety.

Improvements to ModNation Racers don’t stop here, we are still constantly listening to the community and are committed to making ModNation Racers one of the most enjoyable experiences you’ll have on your PS3.

New features on Community.ModNation.com

We added features to the Community site Community.ModNation.com to make the experience better too, including:

Race Logs

Check out your series and XP race stats here.

See your Favorites

Now view your favorite creators as well as others’ favorite creators.

Search for Friends

Search for other players using the new icon next to login.

Rep Check

Check out you reputation under each creation type.