Unfortuanetly, it looks like the Xbox 360 update is being used as an excuse to not release any new Arcade games this week. However, Microsoft has released a list of games that are scheduled to hit XBLA in the "coming weeks."
Hit the jump to see which games will be released in the near future.
"Arkadian Warriors" (Sierra Online). Gamers can play as one of three heroic shape-shifting warriors embarking on a trek of epic proportions to release the Land of Arkadia from the evil Gorgon's stony gaze. An original title on Xbox LIVE Arcade, "Arkadian Warriors" features treacherous dungeons where cooperative hack-and-slash role-playing action enhances a deep single-player storyline. The game includes a robust LIVE-enabled cooperative multiplayer mode for two players online or on the same console.
"Brain Challenge" (Gameloft). An entertaining brain training program, "Brain Challenge" boosts brain activity and helps players develop stress-management skills thanks to a wide variety of games. A personal coach helps players develop their abilities in several areas of cognitive function, including logic, math, memory and visual thinking, in a fun and entertaining way.
"GripShift®" (Sidhe Interactive). Through a mix of sky-high platforming and stunt driving, "GripShift" combines automotive and puzzle-solving skills across 120 challenge levels, 25 rubber-burning racetracks and 20 deadly Deathmatch arenas. Gamers can zoom to victory with four players over Xbox LIVE or race solo, all while enjoying a customizable music experience.
"N+" (Slick Entertainment and Metanet Software Inc.). Gamers can play as an acrobatic ninja in this addictive action-puzzle platformer. "N+" features inadvertently homicidal robots, stylish graphics, a level editor and intense multiplayer awesomeness.
"Omega Five" (Hudson Entertainment). "Omega Five" is a next-gen, high-definition shooter with awe-inspiring graphics. Gamers can fly through dangerous 3-D environments in this side-scroller and do battle with enemies that come at them from all sides, even the background. "Omega Five" comes to Xbox LIVE Arcade this winter
"Poker Smash" (Void Star Creations). Players will experience a whole new puzzle game with a poker twist as "Poker Smash" delivers stunning visuals and radical features such as super-slow motion and card-blasting bombs. Gamers should get ready for a fast-paced innovative game with amazing HD graphics and a custom soundtrack that will blow them away!
"Rez HD" (Q Entertainment). The psychedelic, cult-classic shooter created by Tetsuya Mizuguchi, "Rez HD" makes its way onto Xbox LIVE Arcade early next year. A frenetic, wire-frame adventure backed by industrial beats, the story of "Rez HD" takes players deep into the world's computer network, where they must hack the system, alter the visual output and take over the music, creating their own rhythms and eye candy as they dig deeper into the cyberworld.
"Sensible World of Soccer" (Codemasters). The game that inspired a generation, "Sensible World of Soccer" lets players experience both the classic and modern HD version. With multiple play modes, they can play a quick game, start a career mode, manage a team or take part in their own Champions league.
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3:41 PM on 12.03.2007
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The game I WILL be getting is Marble Madness. I fucking cried when they priced it at 10 bucks, what a rip, but this is my kind of value.
anyone places = anyone plays
whew, close one. Yes, I second that, when the hell do we get Ikaruga?
To Microsoft: Give me the 3 games I listed and soon and I will dump all the MS points you want from me in your face. Thank you.
Kind of curious about Arkadian Warriors, as it looks like a cheap Diablo clone.
I'm looking forward to Omega Five, Rez HD, and Ikaruga of course.
Sensible world of soccer is out on the 18th (or 19th), and Rez is listed on Wikipedia as a December release.
Don't know if I'd ever pay anything for it though. Or play it outside the context of wasting time until I could go home. Also, it clearly needs a mouse to be played properly.
i still want to buy psychonauts.
what bout a discount on geometry wars??
All you guys can brag about Rez and all, but how many you played it. I mean REALLY played it. I think I beat that game a good 30 or so times. And I don't even know how far I made it in the endless mode, but I lasted a long time.
BAAAAAAAAAAAAAAW
Dexter345: At 5 bucks I would though there arnt as many playing as there used to be but I bet this will spur it a little. Its like Smash brothers with guns. The game doesnt feel quite balanced as some weapons are way more efficient than others. But if in doubt play the demo.
Ooo, particle effects.