On Xbox Live Arcade today: Bionic Commando: Rearmed, Fable 2 Pub Games and Rock Band songs
Source: videogamesblogger.com
From today, at 9AM GMT (2AM PDT), you can play Capcom’s Bionic Commando: Rearmed on Xbox Live Arcade for Xbox 360. Bionic Commando: Rearmed will be available worldwide for 800 Microsoft Points (that’s US$10 / €9.60 / £6.80 / CAN$12.40 / AU$13.20).
The classic 8-bit side-scroller reports back for duty in a stunning remake in Bionic Commando: Rearmed. Complete with all-new HD graphics and features that puts 2D gaming back on the map!
Key game features include:
* Classic gameplay: Experience the classic Bionic Commando gameplay focused around the use of the bionic arm.
* Multiplayer modes: Team up or go All vs. All in multiplayer modes, including Last Man Standing, Death Match, and the intriguingly named Don’t Touch the Floor.
* Updated graphics: The game has received a total modern visual revamp, including dynamic shadows, particle effects, and environmental damage.
* Cross-game interoperability: Complete specific parts of Bionic Commando Rearmed to unlock new content and hints for the Bionic Commando sequel.
* Visual style: The in-game art was designed by one of Capcom’s most talented artists, Toshiaki Mori.
Also available today are the Fable II Pub Games on Xbox Live Arcade for Xbox 360. The Fable II Pub Games will be available worldwide for 800 Microsoft Points (that’s US$10 / €9.60 / £6.80 / CAN$12.40 / AU$13.20).
In the Fable II Pub Games and you’ll get all three great pub games that will also be in Fable II! Each game has multiple variants, plus the ability to earn and transfer gold and unique items to your character in Fable II (assuming, of course, that you also have Fable II). Either way, you’ll also get access to minigames, leaderboards, achievements, and all the fun of these backroom games of chance!
Key game features include:
* Gold transfer to Fable II: Earn gold playing the Pub Games weeks before the Fable II release, and then transfer the gold into the world of Albion for a head start.
* In-game unlockables: The Pub Games allow you to unlock game variants based on the amount your play regardless of wins or losses.
* Bust out options: You have several options when you bust out. Participate in free tournaments paying off gold for time mirroring FII jobs, or utilize the credit system based on meta game’s star rating.
* Tournaments: Win 15 unique Fable II items in in the Pub Games via tournaments. You can even unlock new Fable II concept art, a first taste of Fable II for the hardcore.
Like every week, there were also various downloadable Rock Band tracks released for the Xbox 360 version of the game in addition to 2007’s downloadable Rock Band content. Below’s listing shows the new tracks.
Content: “Sleepwalker”
Price: 80 Microsoft Points
Availability: All regions except Australia, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, Singapore, Taiwan
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: “Sleepwalker”–Megadeth.
Content: “Aesthetics of Hate”
Price: 80 Microsoft Points
Availability: All regions except Australia, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, Singapore, Taiwan
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: “Aesthetics of Hate”–Machine Head.
Content: “My Curse”
Price: 80 Microsoft Points
Availability: All regions except Australia, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, Singapore, Taiwan
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: “My Curse”–Killswitch Engage.
Content: “Constant Motion”
Price: 80 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in Asia, Australia or New Zealand
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: “Constant Motion”–Dream Theater.
Content: “Clouds Over California”
Price: 80 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in Asia, Australia or New Zealand
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: “Clouds Over California”–DevilDriver.
Content: “Runnin’ Wild”
Price: 80 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in Asia, Australia or New Zealand
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: “Runnin’ Wild”–Airbourne.
Content: Roadrunner Records Pack 01
Price: 480 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in Asia, Australia or New Zealand
Size: 224.53 MB
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track pack: Roadrunner Records Pack 01. This pack includes “Runnin’ Wild” by Airbourne, “Clouds Over California” by DevilDriver, “Constant Motion” by Dream Theater, “My Curse” by Killswitch Engage, “Aesthetics of Hate” by Machine Head and “Sleepwalker” by Megadeth.
* PLEASE NOTE: Many Rock Band song game tracks are available as both a multipack and as a single game track. These song game tracks are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). Be aware that it is possible to download the same song game track twice so please carefully consider your purchases. For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com.
