by Judy on July 18, 2008 @ 6:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Bionic Commando Rearmed is a makeover of the classic 8-bit game originally released 20 years ago, but with updated visuals, new weapons, online rankings, a reworked musical score and the addition of a two-player co-op mode.
by Judy on July 18, 2008 @ 5:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Featuring table-turning game dynamics, updated graphics and vast waves of ferocious enemies, Galaga Legions was created by the same team that developed the Pac-Man Championship Edition for Xbox Live Arcade.
by Judy on July 18, 2008 @ 7:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Braid is a unique 2-D platform experience that bends all the rules with the manipulation of time. Braid plays with the conventions of video games while posing truly challenging puzzles for the platform gamer.
by Judy on July 18, 2008 @ 7:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved 2 takes players on an all new adrenaline ride through six different action-packed gameplay modes, a new electrifying soundtrack and exhilarating local multiplayer modes in either versus or co-op for up to four players.
Warlords offers single and multiplayer action as up to four players battle to protect their fortress from attack, while battering down their opponents’ at a frenetic pace!
by Alan Martin on June 28, 2008 @ 4:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Aces of the Galaxy is an old-school arcade thrill-ride, thrusting players into epic space battles in the ultimate struggle to survive. Players take control of the gun turret on an AI-driven spaceship aiming the reticule to vaporize waves of enemies in this third person retro-arcade shooter.
Word Puzzle is a brain-busting game that features intricate 3D boards, exploding word bombs and a whole host of synapse melting challenges and special effects. With five unique game modes, Live support for up to four players and Xbox Live Vision Camera support, Word Puzzle will keep you playing with friends and family for hours.
Brain Challenge is an entertaining brain training program that helps players develop stress-management skills through a wide variety of games. A personal coach helps players develop their abilities in five areas of cognitive function, including logic, math, memory, visual thinking and concentration, in a fun and easy way.
by Brad Hilderbrand on June 19, 2008 @ 2:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Buku Sudoku takes the pen-and-paper puzzler high-tech with HD graphics, helpful tutorials, single- and multiplayer (including co-op) game modes, multiple grid sizes, and the option to display hints, highlight errors, undo moves, and solve 1,200 puzzles.
by Geoff Gibson on June 13, 2008 @ 2:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Re-imagined for an even more intense arcade shooter experience, Assault Heroes 2 expands its horizons into outer space, featuring hijackable enemy vehicles, many more levels and an enhanced co-operative gameplay mode.
by Rainier on June 9, 2008 @ 6:32 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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No this is not a resurfacing of the
Metal Gear Solid 4 rumor during its launch week, but according to
Ripten the original 1998 Playstation One MGS title might be making its way to Xbox Live Arcade. Claiming to have seen a build on Microsoft's developers only partnernet we decided to have a look for ourselves and unfortunately did not find it, so either the rumor is false, or it was removed. With Soul Calibur and Bionic Commando get an XBLA makeover Metal Gear Solid wouldn't be that much of a stretch.
TiQal is a new puzzle game where players demolish enemy block walls by matching squares of the same color and building them up to unleash combo points and power-ups.
by Rainier on May 28, 2008 @ 9:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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YUKE'S announced that its new title Double D Dodgeball has received certification to release on Xbox Live Arcade, featuring a unique look and environment combined with intuitive controls and intense gameplay that fans of the classic playground sport will appreciate.
by Brad Hilderbrand on May 25, 2008 @ 1:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Even if trivia isn�t your thing, the first trivia and party game to hit Xbox Live Arcade is one in which players can win by making educated guesses, playing the odds or just knowing the interests of other players, whether they are local or online. Break out the Big Button Pad controllers or play couch vs. couch for a trivia party extravaganza.
by Rainier on May 22, 2008 @ 4:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Xbox Live GM Marc Whitten
revealed to Next-Gen that Microsoft is going to give its Xbox Live Arcade service a makeover by "delisting" unpopular XBLA titles (6+ months old, less than 6% sell through, less than 65% score average). On top of the
recent size limit hike, Microsoft will also tackle the DRM issue (couldn't move over purchased titles when the X360 died) by releasing a tool that will let people consolidate their titles to a new unit. Last, but not least, the software giant will also start up a first-party studio that will solely develop Xbox Live Arcade titles. Unfortunately, this means there will be no Spring dashboard update.
Treasure Co.'s Ikaruga is a quick-paced Xbox Live Arcade shooter with strong strategy elements featuring a slow-motion training mode and co-op play for two, combining of beautiful, manga-style storytelling and refined, ultra-challenging arcade heroics.
by Rainier on May 20, 2008 @ 10:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Xbox Live Arcade's worldwide games portfolio planner David Edery
revealed that Microsoft is planning on raising the limit for XBLA titles to 350mb, saying "We've been listening to our partners, listening to our customers to try and get a feel for what's right. We don't want the size limit to hit the roof because we think there's some value in promoting small pick and play experiences that don't cost USD 20 million, it's good for the ecosystem."
by Brad Hilderbrand on May 16, 2008 @ 12:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Poker Smash is an action packed puzzler with a poker twist where players rush to clear rows of cards by arranging them into poker hands. To keep things interesting Poker Smash offers card-blasting bombs and a super slow-motion trigger for players caught in a bind.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 3:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In a few weeks the railway adventure game, Ticket to Ride, pulls into Xbox Live Arcade. Based on the internationally renowned board game, Ticket to Ride features simple rules, fast play and is expected to be a great offering for the growing casual games market.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 9:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Re-imagined for an even more intense arcade shooter experience, Assault Heroes 2 expands its horizons into outer space, featuring hijackable enemy vehicles, many more levels and an enhanced co-operative gameplay mode.
Based on the popular cartoon series of the 1960s, Rocky and Bullwinkle on Xbox Live Arcade is a fast and fun party experience packed with more than 100 micro games. Eight playable characters from Frostbite Falls are back in the living room, including Rocky, Bullwinkle, Boris, Natasha, Dudley Do-Right and many more.
WARASHI Inc's upgraded vertical scrolling shooter Triggerheart Exelica is a unique spin on a classic shooter, players can capture enemies with anchors and fling them away
by Rainier on May 5, 2008 @ 9:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Wits & Wagers is the trivia party game where you don’t need to know the right answers to win, bringing an inventive and accessible party experience to Xbox Live Arcade this Wed., May 7, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (1:00 a.m. PDT).
by Brad Hilderbrand on May 1, 2008 @ 3:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Q Entertainment's E4 is a unique, action-packed puzzle shooter where the goal is to self-destruct, create large chain reactions of explosions by defeating your enemies, which will ultimately extend the life of the game.
by Alicia on April 28, 2008 @ 6:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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1942: Joint Strike takes inspiration and influence from the 194X series of WWII-themed vertical shooters, but will stand out as its own unique entry in the series. Gameplay will resemble the classic 2-D style that gamers expect, but the game utilizes a full 3-D engine.