Gaming News - April 2006
Santa Clara, CA (April 25, 2006) - Namco Bandai today announced
that Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War for the PlayStation 2 is now shipping.
From Namco Bandai:
“Ace Combat Zero’s elite new features such as the innovative Ace style gauge
system where the game changes based on the player’s style, and its increased
wingman command, all help to meld Ace Combat Zero into the best yet in the
series,” said Yoshi Niki, Namco Bandai Games America Inc.’s Business Unit
Director. “We are thrilled to have this superior action title hit stores today.”
A prequel to Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War, Ace Combat Zero takes players 15
years into the past and enmeshes them in the turbulent events that led to the
Belkan War. Players assume the role of a mercenary pilot hired to fly for Ustio,
a small country invaded by its militaristic neighbor Belka. Flying authentic
licensed aircrafts such as the F-15 Eagle or F/A-18 Hornet, players fly through
18 realistic missions as they face off against combat-hardened pilots.
Exciting features of Ace Combat Zero include:
- Advanced AI Changes the Action: Innovative Ace Style Gauge System factors
the player’s style of flying and changes different facets of the game
accordingly.
- Personalized Communications: Linked with the Ace Style Gauge System, the
Radio Transmission System changes radio communications in real-time according
to a player’s reputation. In-game messages from allies and opponents
acknowledge the skill level of the player.
- Individualized Enemy Pilots: Brand new to the series, rival ace pilots
give players a run for their money with individual flying styles and tactics
that require players to elevate their skills to new heights.
- Enhanced Wingman Command: Wingman commands are now more advanced than ever
as players coordinate battle tactics with their wingman.
- Retrospective Interviews: Cut-scene interviews of rival pilots comment on
their encounters with the player, providing an in depth look into the enemy’s
tactical mindset.
- VS Mode: Players dog-fight in head-to-head action against their friends to
prove who is the true Ace in the group.
Fly high with Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War as it hits store shelves
nationwide today. For more action-packed screens and inside information on the
game check out the Namco Bandai Games official site at
www.namcobandaigames.com
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