Gaming News - December 2006
Los Angeles, CA (December 13, 2006) - Sierra today announced that
Assault Heroes is now available on Xbox Live and that they have launched a
sweepstakes with 100,000 Microsoft points to be awarded.
From Sierra:
Developed by Wanako Studios specifically for Xbox Live Arcade, Assault Heroes
puts players in the role of the only surviving member of an elite
special-forces
unit searching for a secret underground laboratory. Whether in a heavily armed
4X4, a maneuverable speedboat or on foot, players must blast their way through
enemy-infested territory while being assaulted by waves of formidable enemies
with unrelenting attacks.
To kick-off the release of the title, Sierra Online has launched a web site
complete
with mission, vehicle and weapon briefings as well as information on current
and future Assault Heroes downloads available at Xbox Live Marketplace. A
sweepstakes
with a grand prize of 100,000 Microsoft Points is currently running on the site
at www.assaultheroesgame.com.
GAME FEATURES:
- Multiplayer co-op mode - Two players may play co-operatively online via Xbox
Live or offline (same screen) with enhanced weapons and special attacks to
encourage
team-based campaigns.
- Dynamic gameplay - Operate an armed 4X4, speed boat or simply fight on foot
for a quick change of pace.
- Arsenal of weapons - Equip characters with miniguns, flak cannons,
flamethrowers, grenades and nukes to destroy everything in your path.
- Realistic special effects -Destructible terrain and advanced physics engine
provide a truly engaging Arcade experience.
- Highly detailed graphics - Vehicles leave tracks in the sand, send parts
flying when they explode, and leave smoke trails when taking damage.
- Exhilarating Action-Packed Experience - Challenging and graphically
compelling
levels (including bonus sublevels) for fast-paced and addictive play.
- Xbox Live Leaderboards
Assault Heroes is now available for download on Xbox Live Arcade for 800
Microsoft
Points. The title is rated Teen for violence and animated blood.


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