Xbox Live Arcade Summer Release Calendar Announced

**SonyJunky6191**

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* July 30: “Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved 2” – The latest version of the wildly popular retro shooter offers screen-melting intensity and insane new features, including six action-packed gameplay modes, new enemies, scoring strategies and a diverse list of exciting Achievements. “Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved 2” is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB and will be available at 800 Microsoft Points.

* August 6: “Braid” – From acclaimed developer Jonathan Blow, “Braid” is a mind-bending and artistic puzzle-platformer where the player manipulates the flow of time in strange and unusual ways. “Braid”is rated E10+ for Everyone 10+ by the ESRB.

* August 13: “Bionic Commando: Rearmed” – The classic 8-bit side-scroller reports back for duty in a stunning remake, complete with all-new HD graphics and features that put 2D gaming back on the map! “Bionic Commando: Rearmed” is rated M for Mature by the ESRB

* August 20: “Galaga Legions” – The legend lives on with “Galaga Legions,” a reimagining of the classic arcade shooter. Featuring table-turning game dynamics and updated graphics, the game was created by the team behind the bestselling “PAC-MAN Championship Edition” from Namco Bandai Games. “Galaga Legions” is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.

* August 27: “Castle Crashers” – Award-winning studio The Behemoth brings red hot arcade adventure to Xbox LIVE Arcade with “Castle Crashers,” featuring hand-drawn characters and an array of weapons to choose from as you defend your kingdom and save the princess. “Castle Crashers” is rated T for Teen by the ESRB.

Play the trial or full version of the featured blockbuster Summer of Arcade game of the week and receive one entry into both the weekly prize drawing and Grand Prize drawings:

* Grand Prize (x1) – 100,000 Microsoft Points, 12 month Xbox LIVE Gold subscription and an Xbox 360 Elite console
* Runner-Up Prizes (x2) – 10,000 Microsoft points and a free 12 Month Xbox LIVE Gold subscription
* Weekly Prizes (x5) – 4000 Microsoft points

All games will be available worldwide, with the exception of “Bionic Commando Rearmed,” which will be available worldwide except Korea.

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Really looking forward to Geometry Wars 2. The first one was so much fun.

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Eric Johnson · Newbie Number of posts: 10 Points: Registration date: 2008-07-29

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* Grand Prize (x1) – 100,000 Microsoft Points, 12 month Xbox LIVE Gold subscription and an Xbox 360 Elite console

Holy -- That's insane! 100,000 Microsoft points? Just saying it gets me shaky.

TorresWorldStars

That is insane its mad Mad

**ryanworldleader**

Im waiting for Geometry Wars. Looks good.

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TheBengaliKid

**** I dont have an xbox yet but i would take that anyday =]

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TorresWorldStars

Yeah Geometry wars looks good i might get it for the xbox but does anyone reckon i should get the game because it does look cool.

apeh

^IMO SSHD on PSN is better

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TorresWorldStars

Yeah thanks apeh i will get it then on psn but i have'nt got psn yet but am getting it and i'll go on psn and play that game thanks mate have you got that game then on psn coz when i get it i'll tell you my id and we can have a couple of games together.

TheBengaliKid

Yeah SSHD is alot better then Geo Wars 2. By far. Trust me

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**ryanworldleader**

Thanks for telling me. I'll get SSHD now.

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Killzone 2 - February 2009
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**SonyJunky6191**

I think Geometry Wars is better than SSHD. Dont get me wrong, SSHD is alot of fun, but i personally like Geometry Wars more.

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apeh

SonyJunky6191 wrote:

I think Geometry Wars is better than SSHD. Dont get me wrong, SSHD is alot of fun, but i personally like Geometry Wars more.

I like GeoWars flashing stuff but I prefer SSHD 3D planet idea and its more meaningful (blasting rocks, followed by a boss, followed by another harder planet Razz

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^ PS3 clan recruiting anyone of any skill level, age and country - other console owners are also warmly welcomed! ^