No word on the sequel's European release date.

MotorStorm: Pacific Rift screenshot

Sony Computer Entertainment America has announced that MotorStorm Pacific Rift, the sequel to the hit PlayStation 3 off-road racing title, MotorStorm, is to release across North America on October 28.

The game will feature 8 vehicle classes, including the new Monster Truck, four-player split screen and online multiplayer racing, 16 multi-route courses and real-time terrain deformation ensuring no two laps are the same. Sony also notes that the game will fully support Trophies.

We've checked with Sony Computer Entertainment Europe regarding a European release and it looks like we'll have to wait a little longer for a firm date. We were told there's been no official date confirmed.