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Avid Gamer writes: Before you go any further, make sure you pick up patch 2 for the RTS Universe at War. Also while you're downloading the 64 Meg patch be sure to read up on our thoughts for PC and Xbox 360. The patch brings cross-platform play between PC and Xbox 360 owners and a few fixes. The full patch log is below as well as a download link.
Gamezone writes: The gauntlet has been thrown down and your challengers await! For the first time, Xbox 360 players will get their chance to take-on PC players in action-packed strategic battles thanks to Universe at War: Earth Assault. We've been touting the virtues of Xbox 360 vs. PC play since the announcement of UaW, and now that truly revolutionary feature has become reality. Pop in your copy of Universe at War: Earth Assault tonight and take on someone from the dark side. You'll unlock special achievements that can only be gained though playing someone of the opposite platform. To all combatants¿Good Luck!
Gamesite XGN posts her weekly European Xbox Live Marketplace Roundup. This week there are a great number of new demos released.
A Universe at War: Earth Assault demo has been released on the XBOX Live Marketplace today. Weighing in at 546.57MB, the demo's dashboard descriptions reads: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LANGUAGE, VIOLENCE] Get in the mood for global warfare with this exciting demo that features Novus and the Hierarchy, two of the three factions you can play as in Universe at War: Earth Assault! The demo is available to download in all XBOX Live Regions for free.
SEGA of America, Inc. today announced that Universe at War: Earth Assault for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft has shipped to retailers in North America. Developed by Petroglyph, this combat-intensive real-time strategy (RTS) game thrusts players into an epic struggle to prevent total annihilation of life on planet Earth. Universe at War: Earth Assault supports Microsoft's Games for Windows Live initiative and allows cross-platform play between Windows-based PC and Xbox 360. In an effort to even the playing field, cross-platform play will be made available via free download in early April 2008.
Today sees an XBOX Live Arcade release, themes, episodes and game content. Here's the full list: Name: Rocketmen: Axis of Evil Price: 800 Microsoft Points Availability: Not available in Japan and Korea Description: [ESRB: E10 (EVERYONE 10 +)FANTASY VIOLENCE, MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Single Player, Xbox LIVE Multiplayer 1-4, Local Multiplayer 1-4, HD (High Definition). Join Rocketmen Nick Sion, Alec Mink and the Alliance of Free Planets in their white-knuckled struggle to free the solar system from the tyrannical grip of the Legion of Terra in this RPG styled shooter. Players have the choice to save the galaxy alone or cooperatively with up to three other players over Xbox LIVE or locally on the same console. With its distinctive cel-shaded art style, engaging storyline, customizable characters and RPG elements, this shooter will keep players coming back for more. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/Live/accounts. Continued at the source.
In most Xbox 360 games, unlocking an achievement serves no other purpose than to boost your ego a bit and give you bragging rights. Occasionally you might also unlock some artwork, gamerpics or videos, but rarely do you gain something useful with your hard work. Universe at War will reward those that put in the time to unlock multiplayer achievements. Not only will you get some points, you'll also unlock a medal that can be used in multiplayer matches to give you an in-game bonus. IGN have the full list of achievements, including what medals and bonuses you'll unlock for completing multiplayer objectives.
Sega has sent out a specific European release dates today, confirming the exact release dates of some rather anticipated games like Condemned 2, The Club & Universe at War.
Sega sent out an email today, confirming the release dates for a number of their upcoming games. Among others, relase dates for such highly anticipated games like The Club (Feb 8th '08), Condemned 2 (Feb '08) and Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games (Nov 23rd '07) were confirmed.
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