Vector Unit has revealed some of the game modes that will be included in Hydro Thunder Hurricane. “Ring Master” is a slalom-style event, challenging players to race through a series of rings and compete for the best time. Each track has three unique Ring Master layouts, for each difficulty (Novice, Pro, Expert). Novice courses have larger gates, and are designed to introduce players to the basic mechanics of each level. Pro and Expert courses have smaller rings and more challenging layouts.

“Gauntlet” is a time-trial mode with a twist. Every course is peppered with exploding barrels, with them mainly being placed off the primary racing line to teach players to use the best line possible. However, in some spots they are placed in the centre of the track. Players have to dodge these or use the Boost Jump to hop over them.

The game will also feature “Leaderboard Opponents” for Single Player Race, Ring Master and Gauntlet events. When you begin an event, your next-best-Friend’s split times will be displayed at each checkpoint so you can compare your time to theirs. If you’re the best of all your friends, the game will pull times from the global Leaderboards.

Hydro Thunder Hurricane will be released this summer, and is exclusive to the Xbox Live Arcade.