Groove Media's subsidiary SkillGround has signed an exclusive license with Codemasters to bring V8 Supercars Race Driver 3 to its proprietary broadband gaming platform.

SkillGround is an online arena where people of all skill levels can play games for fun or cash prizes in a secure and fair environment.

“We’re thrilled to bring Codemasters’ phenomenal racing franchise to SkillGround. [The game] offers a huge variety of racing options from arcade-style go-karts and lawnmower racing to open wheel F1-level competition. Race Driver 3 is an exceptional game with something to offer every level of gamer, which makes it a perfect fit for SkillGround,” said Jon Walsh, CEO of Groove Media. “This marks the first in a series of great games from Codemasters and other leading publishers planned for SkillGround in the coming months.”

“For Codemasters, bringing Race Driver 3 to SkillGround means taking a great game to a new platform with increasing popularity and incredible potential. It’s an innovative way to deliver an amazing new experience for gamers,” said Peter Chan, Business Worldwide Development Manager for Codemasters.