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Ace Combat 6 - new content tomorrow (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Apr 23, 2008

Atari have announced that some more downloadable planes will be available for their ace flying game, Ace Combat 6. Typically each plane has a unique look and will cost in the region of 300-400 points each (with one being FREE). There's also some screenshots available.

Ace Combat Series Surpasses 10 Million Units Sold Worldwide (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Apr 17, 2008

IGN reports, "Leading video games developer and publisher Namco Bandai Games America Inc. announced today that the Ace Combat series has surpassed 10 million units sold worldwide, and that Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system has surpassed one million units sold in North America. Fueled by consistently entertaining and accessible gameplay as well as cutting-edge graphics, the series has remained a critical and commercial smash hit since its introduction in 1995."

The Real Cost of Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Apr 8, 2008

Microtransactions are new to this generation. They can really add to the value of a game, but some developers have been abusing them. Adding all the marketplace content for Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation reveals how expansive downloadable content can get.

Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation gets a free update (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Mar 4, 2008

NAMCO BANDAI have today released a free update for Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation...

New co-op and multiplayer maps for Ace Combat 6 (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Feb 21, 2008

Ace Combat 6 has seen steady DLC ever since its release late last year. Up until now, however, most of that content has been in the form of decal or paint changes to existing planes. Today we can confirm four new downloadable maps will arrive on February 28, plus five new sky-splitting jets. Here it is straight from Namco: F-117A Night Hawk – General Emblem (Free): An international conglomerate featured in Ace Combat 3, General Resource ...

New Ace Combat 6 Downloadable Content Revealed (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Jan 25, 2008

TeamXbox writes:

" Namco Bandai revealed today the six new plane variants for Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation that will be available for download next Thursday. Featuring classic squadron themes from previous entries in the Ace Combat series and several original designs, these new plane updates let players experience their favorite aircraft online and in the game's single player campaign with a new look and enhanced capabilities."

Ace Combat 6: New content available (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Dec 20, 2007

Atari have today released the details on the latest planes which are now available to download on the Xbox LIVE Marketplace for Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation:

Mirage2000-5 ¿ SCARFACE EMBLEM ¿ (Free)
F-22A Raptor ¿ MOBIUS ¿ (200 Microsoft Points)
F-15E Strike Eagle ¿ CIPHER ¿ (200 Microsoft Points)
F-15E Strike Eagle ¿ PIXY ¿ (200 Microsoft Points)
A-10A ThunderBolt ¿ XMAS ¿ (200 Microsoft Points)
F-117A Night Hawk ¿ THE IDOLMASTER YUKIHO ¿ (400 Microsoft Points)

Description of all planes at source.

Ace Combat 6 Screenshots of New Content (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Dec 15, 2007

The Bitbag writes, "NamcoBandai Games has provided us with screenshots of the new planes available in the upcoming DLC. Included in the new DLC is the new IDOLM@STER plane, complete with artwork."

More Ace Combat 6 DLC Incoming (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Dec 14, 2007

Namco Bandai continues support for Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation on Xbox 360 with a second slate of downloadable content, this time with homage to previous Ace Combat titles and the holidays. No word on the exact pricing, but Namco Bandai said it should be similar to the previous planes.

Famitsu Reveals Ace Combat 6 Downloadable Planes (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Nov 16, 2007

Kotaku reports the following news from the Famitsu Ace Combat 6 announcement.

"November 22nd brings a new bundle of downloadable Ace Combat 6 hits Xbox LIVE. So? Well, that bundle includes a Su-33 Flanker THE iDOLM@STER Miki. Yes, that means you can dogfight in an iDOLM@STER plane. Right there, that's Bandai Namco making nerd dreams come true!"

Xbox 360 Title is Number 2 in Japan, 360 sales on par with PS3 (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Nov 7, 2007

Translated from Famitsu source:

Software sales:
1. Super Mario Galaxy (Wii)
2. Ace Combat 6 (360)
3. FFTA2 (DS)
4. Nishimura Kyoutarou suspense: trap of murderous intent (DS)
5. Super Robot Wars Scramble Comander 2nd (PS2)
6. Pokémon Mystery Dungeon (DS)
7. DS complete literature works (DS)
8. Wii Sports (Wii)
9. Wii Play (Wii)
10. Ar tonelico 2 (PS2)

Hardware sales:
Wii : about 40k
PS3 : about 16k
PS2 : about 10k
360 : about 16k

Wii Sale Shock: Opoona, Super Mario Galaxy on First Day (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Nov 2, 2007

According to Japanese blogger 'Sinobi', which regularly updates with early sales figures, Koei's Wii-exclusive RPG 'Opoona' - which has been getting positive previews and good magazine coverage - has sold only 2,500 copies on its first day with 3.7 million Wii's in Japan. Ace Combat 6, with fewer than 500,000 Xbox 360 in Japan, has passed 35,000 units.

Super Mario Galaxy has sold... only 130,000 units on its first day. Cubed³ provides comparative sale data to show why a lot of forum-dwellers appear to be shocked by that number.

Gamestop No Longer Selling 360 Replacement Plans (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Oct 27, 2007

As you can see from the Gamestop mem GamersReprts.com obtained, Gamestop is no longer offering Xbox360 Product Replacement Plans on any new console. The plans currently out in circulation will stay good until they expire.

Ace Combat 6 microtransactions take flight (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Oct 25, 2007

Namco Bandai is no stranger to micotransactions. If gamers need any proof just look at the list of character outfits in Culdcept Saga and the lengthy amount of optional content for the Idolm@ster. So what extras can Namco Bandai sell for Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation? Planes and each one costs 200 Microsoft Points ($2.50).

"Military vs. Civilians" Online Tournament (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Oct 17, 2007

Don't miss your chance to participate in the "Military vs. Civilians" online team tournament for Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation, the upcoming flight action game for Xbox 360.

Co-hosted by the Global Gaming League, the tournament will allow active members of the U.S. Military to test their skills against civilian gamers in the game's high-flying online aerial combat.

Play your way through the tournament bracket for a chance to advance to the finals in New York City. $15,000 worth of prizes available.

Ace Combat 6 demo hits million mark (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Oct 17, 2007

Atari have revealed today that downloads for the Xbox Live demo of Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation have now surpassed the 1 million mark worldwide.

Military vs. Civilians online Team Tournament for Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Oct 11, 2007

NAMCO BANDAI Games today announced a "Military vs. Civilians" online team tournament for Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation, its upcoming flight action game for the Xbox 360. Co-hosted by the Global Gaming League, the tournament will allow active members of the U.S. Military to test their skills against civilian gamers in the game's high-flying online aerial combat. Registration is currently underway for civilian and military gamers at the official Global Gaming League website (www.ggl.com).

New Ace Combat 6 tactics revealed (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Oct 8, 2007

Oct 4, 2007 Along with a whale's buttload of gorgeous new screens for Ace Combat 6, Namco Bandai has released some tidbits of info on new tactics available for couch-mounted wannabe pilots. From the press release: Read-Ahead Fire: Normal missile fire is done by locking on to nearby enemies and launching missiles that pursue their target. While this approach of air-to-air combat is suitable for eliminating most enemies, it requires the player to spend valuable time getting closer to their ...

Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation - New details and screens (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Oct 4, 2007

NAMCO BANDAI have today released some new details on the advanced gameplay tactics for Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation, along with a batch of new screenshots...

New Ace Combat 6 multiplayer demo is coming to XBLA (Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation)

Sep 23, 2007

The new demo will be a multiplayer only where gamers will be able to prove how ace they are in aerial combat. This demo will compliment the already released single player demo.