Assault Heroes (Xbox Live)

Sierra Online has released Assault Heroes, the first of several Xbox Live Arcade titles scheduled to be released from the company.

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 2unit searching for a secret underground laboratory.

Assault Heroes is billed as "the ultimate arcade shooter" , and supports one or two players working their way around and calling on vehicles like a heavily armed 4x4 and speedboat to dispense with choppers, tanks and so on.

To kick-off the release of the Assault Heroes, 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 assaultheroesgame.com

Assault Heroes 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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