Sony announced today that a multiplayer-focused WipEout HD update is scheduled to be later this week on April 8. If you’re like myself and have taken a break from playing this futuristic racer, now might be the time to pick it up again. First and foremost, the update introduces the ability to easily send game invites to PSN friends. Additionally, players will be able to join matches that are currently in-session as a spectator. Sounds like a fairly meaty update — one that will no doubt appease fans.

Full list of changes and additions can be found after the break.

Game invites have now been introduced to WipEout® HD to make it easy for you to invite your friends to join your game or for them to invite you!
In addition you will also be informed of any friends with an active online game and have the ability to join that game instantly.

If a race has started before you have had chance to join it, Spectator mode will allow you to watch that race. Within spectator mode you can choose from 4 camera angles and select which ship to watch.
After the race has been completed you will be taken back to the lobby with the other players so you can compete with them in the next race.

Additional Options: Finally to provide more variety when setting up an online race we have added a few additional options

- HUD Weapon Hints on/off.
- Opponents – Choose to create a Public, Friends only or Invite only game. – Barrel Rolls on/off…
- Pilot Assist Allowed on/off.
- Number of laps (max 20).

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