Build a Medieval Empire on Xbox LIVE Arcade with the Popular German Board Game "Carcassonne"
The classic, well-known European board game “Carcassonne” arrived on Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360 this Wednesday, June 27 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. Pacific).
Named after the medieval fortified town of Carcassonne in southern France, famed for its city walls, “Carcassonne” for Xbox LIVE Arcade starts with an empty landscape and a single square tile. Using strategic tactics and a little luck, one to five four players take turns selecting from 72 tiles displaying various features of a city including roads, the walls of a castle or fields. The medieval countryside thrives as players and their opponents place tiles and complete towns, roads, and farms while competing to accumulate the most points.
The rules of the game are easy with no elimination and fast gameplay – perfect for just about anyone! Although simple, devoted players will find layers of strategy that will keep them coming back for more. Combining a fresh visual experience and the opportunity to always have a playing partner, “Carcassonne” is the future for board game fanatics.
“Carcassonne” from Sierra Online is the Xbox LIVE Arcade edition of the hit multiplayer tile-based German board game of the same name, designed by Klaus-Jurgen. Shortly after its release in Germany in 2000, the board game won Spiel des Jahres in 2001, the European equivalent of a Game of the Year Award.
“Carcassonne” will be available worldwide for 800 Microsoft Points and is rated E for Everyone.
Game Features
Special AI settings to challenge any skill level
Challenge your friends – Up to five players can play over Xbox LIVE or up to four players can play on the same Xbox 360
Interact with new and old friends alike over Xbox LIVE while you play “Carcassonne” with the Xbox LIVE Vision camera
Helpful step-by-step tutorial to teach you the game in minutes
Skill-based matchmaking for ranked games
The complete “Carcassonne” includes 72 tiles and all rule sets
“Carcassonne” includes the “Rivers II” expansion set - 12 additional tiles
Ubisoft has confirmed to Eurogamer that Prince of Persia Classic will be next Wednesday's Live Arcade download.
"It is on the 13th, on Xbox Live Arcade," a Ubisoft spokesperson told us. Unfortunately a price is yet to be announced.
Prince of Persia Classic is a remake of the first game in the influential platform-action series. This 1989 gem by Jordan Mechner will be brought up to date by developer Gameloft, and undergo a complete graphical overhaul.
On top of the cosmetic changes, there will be a few new traps, puzzles and enemies thrown in to keep Prince veterans on their toes.
The original Prince of Persia gave players 60 minutes to rescue the Princess from her fate at the hands of the evil Vizier - either marry him, or die.
A Classic Is Reborn! “Double Dragon” Arrives on Xbox LIVE Arcade This Wednesday
REDMOND, Wash. — May 8, 2007 — The legendary arcade classic that introduced gamers to co-op street-brawling action is back and looking better than ever. Team up with a friend or prepare to go it alone, because “Double Dragon” is hitting Xbox LIVE® Arcade Wednesday, May 9, at 9 a.m. GMT (2 a.m. PDT).
“Double Dragon,” from Empire Interactive Ltd., is a genuine re-creation of the classic coin-op arcade game. For the first time ever, fans of the franchise can play “Double Dragon” online with a friend over Xbox LIVE.1 The game features enhanced art, a new soundtrack and a host of extras.
“Double Dragon” is the story of Billy and Jimmy Lee, twin brothers who learned to fight on the cold, tough streets of their city. Their expert knowledge of the ancient martial art of Sou-Setsu-Ken, combined with their streetwise outlook, means that they’re two of the most formidable combatants ever to walk the streets. Billy and Jimmy will use their feet, fists, elbows and whatever weapons come to hand to defeat the gang that kidnapped Billy’s girlfriend.
“Double Dragon” will be available worldwide for 400 Microsoft® Points and is rated E10+ by the Entertainment Software Rating Board, with mild suggestive themes and violence.
Game Features
- Two-player co-op multiplayer locally or over Xbox LIVE1
- Special extras such as a look at the original Japanese and U.S. “Double Dragon” sales fliers
- Gameplay with either the original graphics or with new high-definition graphics
- All new music
- Hints and tips for newcomers
- Three leaderboards
- Customizable button configurations
- Ability to earn up to 12 Achievements and 200 Gamerscore points
More information is available at http://www.xbox.com/games/livearcade.
Microsoft Games Studios has spent the last few months highlighting the extremely deep customization levels of the game. By using the upgrades garage and new-and-improved Livery editor, gamers will have more freedom than ever to create and customize their favorite rides to make them truly unique and stand out on the track. To see the new livery editor in action, check forzamotorsport.net for a new video, that contains all the action!
Additionally, what “Forza” update would be complete without revealing more cars? This week we’re bringing you the final wave of our 300+ models list by revealing the race cars you’ll find in “Forza Motorsport 2,” including the Gulf Team McLaren F1 GTR and, of course, the “Forza Motorsport” sponsored Risi Competizione #62 Ferrari F430GT– would you expect anything less from the next-generation racing simulator? Speed over to forzamotorsport.net for the complete list.
Hit the Read More Link to view the final list of vehicles.
After browsing quite a few blogs and listening to some podcasts ive noticed alot of talk about Track n' Field for the Xbox 360 which is rumoured to be coming this week..
Atleast with the most recent releases of these Arcade Classic's we have alot more variety when it comes to gaming in the Xbox Live Arcade..
Just thought I would post this news in-case we have any hardcore old schoolers reading. Another favorite game of my Rush n' Attack is also rumoured to be coming really soon..
If you dont believe me, lol, You can check out the official konami site and it shows on the very bottom COMING SOON and the Track n' Field logo..
They also have updated information on Rush n' Attack (green beret) which i will update right now on 360-hq.
Are you interested in getting any of these old school titles..??? I know i will be..
If you love gaming and keeping up on the latest xbox 360 news whatever it may be please stay tuned as we try to provide what you are all seeking.
Check out our Xbox 360 Games Database right here on 360-hq.com for more information and any other info we can find for Track n' Field or Rush n' Attack for the Xbox 360.. Our site will cross link you with any screenshots, trailers, movies, achievements etc etc for each game.
Celebrate more than two decades of the Castlevania franchise by reliving (or experiencing for the first time) one of the series’ most highly regarded games. The legendary 2D side-scrolling action adventure game from Konami Digital Entertainment, “Castlevania: Symphony of Night,” will be available for download on Xbox Live Arcade for Xbox 360 beginning Wednesday, March 21 at 0900 GMT (2 a.m. PDT).
The Castlevania franchise is well known for delivering exceptional quality in all elements that make a great game – story, music, level design, character development, gameplay and controls. In “Castlevania: Symphony of Night,” the 12th iteration of the series, gamers take on the role of Alucard, the half-vampire son of the blood-drinker Dracula, as he ventures into his infamous father’s foreboding castle. Along the way, Alucard must collect items, weapons and armor to defeat the powerful boss monsters that block access to key areas of the castle.
“Castlevania: Symphony of Night” is the first full console classic to appear on Xbox Live Arcade and offers dozens of hours of non-linear action RPG gameplay. “Castlevania: Symphony of Night” will be available worldwide for 800 Microsoft Points and is rated T for Teen (Animated Blood and Violence).
Game Features:
- Play the original version of the game or experience it in enhanced mode with improved graphics and modernized audio and sound effects
- New native widescreen and high-definition support
- Earn up to 12 Achievements and 200 Gamerscore points
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