is a racing video game developed by Microsoft and published by Xbox 360. The game is a sequel to the 2003 game WRC 2, and is a part of the Xbox 360 Game Preview Program. The game was released on November 15, 2009, in North America and November 17, 2009, in Europe. The game is a simulation of rally racing. The objective of the game is to win races and collect points to progress to the next stage. The game has five different rally stages which can be played in any order. The game also has a career mode in which the player can compete in different rally stages and races. The game also has multiplayer mode in which players can compete against each other. The game has a number of features which include an online leaderboard, achievements, and a season mode in which the player can compete in different rally stages with different goals. The game has received mixed reviews from critics.