'Angry Birds Go' Downhill Racer Is Coming Dec. 11

Angry Birds Go! will head to phones and tablets on Dec. 11, Rovio announced Tuesday, also revealing the first gameplay trailer for the racing game.

Angry Birds Go! is a major departure for the birds and pigs. It's a downhill racing game that puts Rovio's popular characters into cars. The colorful gameplay footage resembles other popular cart-racing franchises, like Mario Kart. It takes place on Piggy Island, and features villainous pigs as well.

The game features in-race powerups and hazards to slip up drivers. Players also can customize their cart as they improve and earn in-game currency. Read more...