What: Sonic The Hedgehog 2
When: September 12, 2007 5AM EST
How Much: ?
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They’re at it again – Sonic and his two-tailed friend Tails team up to fight Dr. Robotnik in “Sonic The Hedgehog 2.” The newest addition to the SEGA Vintage Collection, “Sonic The Hedgehog 2” is available for download this Wednesday, September 12, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PDT).

With his new Super Spin Dash and Tails the Fox at his side, Sonic is back and better than ever in “Sonic The Hedgehog 2!” Defy gravity in hair-raising loop-de-loops, bounce like a pinball and race like lightning. Play against friends at home or against others over Xbox LIVE® in this classic game.

· For more details on “Sonic The Hedgehog 2,” please visit http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/s/sonic2xboxlivearcade

Also, don’t forget to check out the new downloadable content for “Bomberman Live” and “Band of Bugs.” For more details please visit www.xbox.com/livearcade.

What: Band of Bugs
When: 06/20/07 05:00 AM EST
How Much: 800 Microsoft Points  ($10)
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More Info: Band of Bugs
Achievements: x360a achievement details

“Band of Bugs” Storms onto Xbox LIVE Arcade This Wednesday, coming to you from NinjaBee (creators of “Outpost Kaloki X” and “Cloning Clyde

Wednesday, June 20th at 9 a.m. GMT (2 a.m. PDT).

“Band of Bugs” is a fun, strategic diversion for fans of tactical gameplay, while the unique animations and environments in the game make it a fun, approachable title for newcomers as well. “Band of Bugs” is one of few turn-based tactical strategy games available on Xbox LIVE Arcade. Players will enjoy unlimited variety in their gameplay choices with the Xbox LIVE Arcade’s first ever free built-in level editor, which they can use to create custom maps and play with friends over Xbox LIVE.

Available worldwide, “Band of Bugs” can be downloaded for 800 Microsoft Points and is rated E for Everyone.

Game Features

•  Choose to play through a story-based campaign, stand-alone missions or skirmishes
• Story-based campaign: Action and adventure in a single-player campaign story!
• Follow the adventures of young Maal as he leads an elite team of bug warriors to protect the kingdom from evil insect enemies.
• Stand-alone missions: Try your hand at one of these unique single-level scenarios. These short battles include a background story, unique events and custom goals.
• Skirmish: Test your skills on a variety of individual maps, including custom maps designed by the player with the in-game editor! Select a game type (Elimination, Capture, or Escape) and choose to control any party in the battle to demonstrate your superior tactical skill.
• Four unique multiplayer modes for up to 4 players either locally or over Xbox LIVE, including:
  • Elimination: The first team to lose all the bugs in one party loses the battle!
  • Capture: Capture (or defend) a strong point.
  • Escape: Reach an escape point, or stop the enemy from reaching it.
  • Mission: A unique scenario with custom story, events, and goals.
• Challenge friends to Spider Hunter, a more relaxed game that allows up to 8 people to join and leave on the fly!
• Use the game’s built-in level editor to design your own custom scenarios for play against others over Xbox LIVE (a first for an Xbox LIVE Arcade game!)
• Xbox LIVE Vision camera support in all Xbox LIVE multiplayer modes.
• Mystery leaderboard where players earn points for items they are not told about – Players can check the board and figure out what will help them get to the top of the leaderboard!
• Earn up to 200 Gamerscore and 12 Achievements.