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.
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Mar 25, 2008

SEGA Ships Universe at War: Earth Assault for Xbox 360

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360 - Universe at War: Earth Assault - SEGA Ships Universe at War: Earth Assault for Xbox 360

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.
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Mar 5, 2008

XBOX Live Marketplace Update (5th March 2008)

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360 - Universe at War: Earth Assault - XBOX Live Marketplace Update (5th March 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.

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Mar 5, 2008

Universe at War Achievements, Medals and a Video

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360 - Universe at War: Earth Assault - Universe at War Achievements, Medals and a Video

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.
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Jan 4, 2008

Sega confirms a number of specific release dates

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360 - Universe at War: Earth Assault - Sega confirms a number of specific release dates

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.
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Nov 28, 2007

Sega confirms some release dates

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360 - Universe at War: Earth Assault - Sega confirms some release dates

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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Nov 16, 2007

Universe at War - demo and videos

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Nov 16, 2007 Having too many promising titles to look forward to isn't a bad problem to have at all, but RTS fans shouldn't let more Company of Heroes and Supreme Commander content push Universe at War: Earth Assault off their radar. Our early impressions of this sci-fi RTS heading for the PC and 360 were fairly positive and it looks like it's shaping up to be a well-polished title. But don't just take our word for it. You can download the single player demo now by clicking here for a sneak ...
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Oct 1, 2007

Universe at War delayed until 2008

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Oct 1, 2007 Petroglyph's PC version of its RTS Universe at War: Earth Assault has been delayed. Originally the game was due out on November 2 for PC, but it's now been pushed back to January 2008. "The new release date means that both the PC version and Xbox 360 version will launch closer together, allowing gamers to enjoy the full experience of this fantastic RTS from acclaimed developer, Petroglyph", a Sega rep told ...
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Oct 1, 2007

Universe at War delayed till 2008

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360 - Universe at War: Earth Assault - Universe at War delayed till 2008

Petroglyph's PC version of its RTS Universe at War: Earth Assault has been delayed. Originally the game was due out on November 2 for PC, but it's now been pushed back to January 2008

"The new release date means that both the PC version and Xbox 360 version will launch closer together, allowing gamers to enjoy the full experience of this fantastic RTS from acclaimed developer, Petroglyph", a Sega rep told PC News.
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Sep 13, 2007

Universe at War: New gameplay trailer

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Sept 13, 2007 It's time for a bit of good old fashioned alien invasion thanks to a new two-minute gameplay trailer from Petroglyph's RTS game Universe at War: Earth Assault. Universe at War is out on PC on November 2 (it's also due in 2008 on Xbox 360); it may not have emerged yet, but the developer is already working on sequels. "At this point, if you looked at the first Universe at War game as the initial chapter in an ongoing saga, there are at least two more chapters of material we've ...
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