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Electronic Arts has released a tasty new video showing some of the depths it has gone to in creating a more realistic experience this time around.

After the break, some new screenshots from Shift 2: Unleashed featuring the Pagani Zonda R and Zonda F.

Electronic Arts has announced the release date for its second Shift racing game.

Shift 2: Unleashed will arrive in the UK on March 24th, mainland Europe on March 25th and North America on March 29th.

Slight Mad Studios' racer will be released on PC, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.

After the jump, new screenshots from EA's rival to Gran Turismo and Forza Motorsport - Shift 2: Unleashed. The game is set for release early next year on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC.

Electronic Arts says that Shift 2: Unleashed will be released early next year on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC.

"SHIFT 2 UNLEASHED is redefining immersive racing by blending the rush of tearing up the track at unbelievable speeds with the emotional experience of competitive battle," said Marcus Nilsson, Executive Producer, SHIFT 2 UNLEASHED. "We are also working closely with real-world performance drivers to ensure that SHIFT 2 UNLEASHED captures their experience and becomes the benchmark in authentic racing action."

Slightly Mad Studios is handling coding duties and we're promised an entirely revamped graphics engine.

Check out the launch trailer after the jump: