Today, EA SPORTS announced that EA SPORTS Active 2 is in development for Kinect for Xbox 360. It will be available in North America on November 16th along with the previously announced PlayStation 3, Wii, iPhone and iPod touch platforms. The EA SPORTS Active 2 console-based fitness programs will deliver true fitness results with an innovative heart rate monitor, wireless tracking, as well as a new online hub to track and share workout data. EA SPORTS Active 2 will deliver a fitness experience that achieves authentic, measurable results, wherever you are.
"Delivering EA SPORTS Active 2 on Kinect for Xbox 360 is a natural fit for fitness and the ability to track full body movement will create a fluid workout experience that delivers real results," says Andrew Wilson, Senior Vice President, Worldwide Development, EA SPORTS. "It is the perfect complement to our EA SPORTS Active suite of fitness products and is indicative of our commitment to deliver new experiences for new audiences. We're excited to expand on the top rated fitness franchise on the market."
EA SPORTS Active is currently the number one rated interactive fitness program for the Wii on the market and recently proven to be an effective workout as measured against the American College for Sports Medicine (ACSM) guidelines. EA SPORTS Active focuses on improving muscular strength, endurance and flexibility, as well as improving cardio, which can help achieve fitness goals including building muscle, increase energy levels and weight loss. EA SPORTS Active 2 products will offer the same, high-quality exercise experience with over 70 new exercises and fitness activities including exercises not possible before the Total Body Tracking wireless control system. EA SPORTS Active 2 provides total body conditioning using progressive exercise in new programs. A 9-week program provides a fitness roadmap to help keep users motivated and on track of their fitness goals. Additional mini-programs will also be available to add on, keeping workouts fresh and inspiring. The EA SPORTS Active built-in personal trainer will walk users through their workout and provide continued encouragement with feedback to ensure an optimal workout experience.
EA SPORTS Active 2 is in development at EA Canada in Vancouver. It has not yet been rated by the ESRB or PEGI; EA SPORTS Active 2 has an MRSP of $99.95.
