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Wednesday, September 15, 2010 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Sept. 15, 2010 @ 5:00 p.m. PDT

Another day, another batch of games shipped to stores. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are announcements for:


We will update this throughout the day when new announcements become available. Read more for details ...

Cabela's North American Adventures (Wii/PSP/PS2/PS3/X360)

As players trek across 25 detailed North American landscapes, tracking over 30 species of trophy game and honing hunting skills, they are accompanied by a skilled cameraman, capturing the key moments of the hunt. At the end of the hunt players can view a highlight reel compiled in a style of today's most popular hunting shows. Hunters will also enjoy the custom gun builder which offers a wide range of gun parts including stocks, barrels, receivers and scopes which can be combined in thousands of different ways to create the ideal firearm for each of 68 hunting adventures.

Integrating exciting new ways for hunting fans to come together, Cabela's North American Adventures allows up to four players to compete against each other online, a first for the franchise. In online modes players win by outhunting their opponents, gaining bonus points for skillfully taking down animals, and using power-ups to gain the advantage. Those in the same room will be able to compete head-to-head in shooting galleries, ideal for fast-paced action and specifically designed for the TOP SHOT hunting peripheral.

Cabela's North American Adventures also marks the return of the wildly popular TOP SHOT peripheral, which is available in a bundle version for the Wii.

Cabela's North American Adventures is rated T for Teen by the ESRB.

Heroes in the Sky (PC)

Heroes in the Sky is an intense airborne MMOTPS that combines high impact PVE and fast paced PVP as it chronicles the events from the beginning to the end of World War II. PVP combat is taken to a new level as players must not only worry about the basic dangers from the front, behind, and sides, but also from above and below. Heroes in the Sky is dog fighting at its finest; cannon fires, machine gun blasts, missiles, and bombs flood the skies as up to 16 players shoot it out for air superiority! Featuring some of the most famous WWII aircraft in history, players will soar across the sky as they bomb cities, sink boats, burst blimps and more — all this and more unfolds as players compete to become the top Ace in Heroes in the Sky. Players will choose from a variety of intense and realistic planes including both experimental and field tested all while reliving history and participating in intense aerial combat.

The aerial combat game — which features hundreds of thrilling war planes flying high above the battlefields of WWII — will launch with a variety of new features and content. All-new additions include a new level cap that will allow players a newfound access to better planes and gear by extending the level cap to 49 and all-new maps that will challenge players to bring their A-game as they prepare for conflict over the Pacific between the United States and the Empire of Japan.

New premium planes such as the ramjet-powered fighter Skoda Kauba SK P.14.01 and the Japanese Mitsubishi J4M1 Senden which has a four-blade propeller that moves it at 437 miles per hour will also be introduced. These masters of the sky will be available to both the Allied and Axis in celebration of the official launch, but only for a limited time this month in the game's Premium Shop.

Sonic Adventure (XBLA)

Sonic the Hedgehog's first epic 3D quest, Sonic Adventure, is now available on Xbox Live Arcade for the Xbox 360. This Dreamcast classic has been digitally re-mastered with 720p graphics and Dolby Digital Sound so that players can experience it for the first time in HD. Step into the shoes of Sonic, Tails, Knuckles and the whole gang, and take on the forces of Dr. Eggman today for only 800 Microsoft Points.

This new and improved version of Sonic Adventure includes trophies and achievements, as well as the popular Chao Garden mini-game.

Sonic Adventure will also be arriving on the PlayStation Network in HD on Sept. 21 for $9.99.

Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures (PC)

In Clone Wars Adventures, players become the next great hero of the Republic as they take their place alongside their favorite characters from Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated TV series including Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda and Ahsoka Tano. Gamers can play exciting minigames, engage in dynamic activities, attend lively social events, and access thousands of customization options for their very own personalized avatars. They will speed through space in a Starfighter, take out waves of battle droids in Tower Defense, and test their brains with challenging Droid Programming puzzles. Players can also purchase legendary Star Wars outfits, items and accessories through micro-transactions using Station Cash, SOE's virtual currency.

Star Wars: Clone War Adventures offers a number of features, including:

  • Extending the Fantasy: Kids no longer have to wait until the next exciting episode of Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated TV series to continue exploring and enjoying the Star Wars universe. With Clone Wars Adventures, kids can go online to experience exciting thrills as they duel iconic adversaries with their own custom Lightsaber, speed through the galaxy in a Starfighter, defeat enemies and take down starships.
  • Free Play or Upgrades: Clone Wars Adventures is a free-to-play game, but players who want to take the galactic action to the next level can purchase a monthly Jedi Membership subscription for $5.99. Players can also buy cool Star Wars universe items from within the game through micro-transactions using Station Cash.
  • Minigames & More: From Droid Programming to Speeder Bike Racing, Clone Wars Adventures puts you in the driver seat to experience epic action in immersive minigames that take you to your favorite locations in the galaxy. Become the proud owner of a tricked out Droid pet or throw a party in your player house - the fun is seemingly endless!
  • Fun With Friends: Whether you are on adventures with old friends or competing for leaderboard status with new ones, Clone Wars Adventures is a lively virtual world that connects players in fun and safe ways. Show off your achievements in your Trophy Room, use safe chat and emoticons to express yourself and celebrate in-world events with the entire galaxy!
  • Kid-Friendly: Parental controls allow for the customization of safety options, including pre-canned chat and playtime settings for younger players.
  • Retail Package: The Clone Wars Adventures Galactic Passport is scheduled to be available at thousands of retail locations in North America later this fall and will include a 90-day membership, 500 Station Cash, the ability to unlock the Togruta playable character, a Yoda monitor topper, and more.

Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures is rated E10+ for Everyone 10 and up, with content descriptors for Crude Humor and Fantasy Violence.

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