Capcom released 17 new screens for the updated Lost Planet game. The new screens focus on the Akrid hunt mode and new playable characters. In addition, the Colonies Edition (which is not compatible with the original Lost Planet) will feature new online modes, maps, weapons and cross-platform multi-play. This means you can play on Live via the Xbox 360 or PC. Lots of goodies on the next page...
LOST PLANET: EXTREME CONDITION COLONIES EDITION
Product overview
Lost Planet: Extreme Condition Colonies Edition provides explosive action for both online and offline players. Gamers who missed the original Lost Planet will have the opportunity to experience the epic gameplay that made the original a global hit with the added bonus of fresh new content and cross platform multi-play all at a great value price. Fans of the Lost Planets online action will be thrilled at the inclusion of new online modes, maps, weapons and models.
Key features
New modes for single player campaign
Score Attack Each enemy and destructible object has points assigned to them, with the player being awarded different points depending on how they defeat the enemy.
Trial Battle Mode Take on each of the games Bosses, one after another
Off Limit Mode Go wild with over-the-top, super-charged weapons with unlimited ammunition and increased speed of movement
New online modes
Akrid Hunter Get the chance to finally play as an Akrid as your opponents attempt to take you down
VS Annihilator Each team attempts to destroy its opponents VS while defending its own
CounterGrab The team with the longest data post activation time wins
Point Snatcher Take down opponents and collect the most thermal energy points
Akrid Egg Battle Steal Akrid eggs from the opponents team and bring them safely back to your own base
Egg Bandit steal your opponents Akrid egg, with points awarded for longer capture times
Four new multiplayer maps
Crossfire City the wide streets provide an excellent opportunity for VS battles, while buildings provide great cover for sharp-eyed snipers
Area 921 Two industrial compounds located in a vast desert and linked by an underground pipe
Lost Arena The central arena is ideal for VS pilots to act as futuristic gladiators, while those on foot can use the surrounding grandstands as their battleground
Assault Space Set onboard a space ship and its supply vessel, zero gravity is sure to make for some interesting encounters
New playable characters
Two female and two robot characters are added to the roster of choices for online personas to choose from, bringing the total to 11
5 new playable character models
New weapons (human)
Hand Gun weak in power, but very accurate and easy to use
Revolver The experts one-shot kill weapon of choice at close quarters
Flame Launcher Uses thermal energy to lay down a wall of fire
Hand Cannon A handgun-like rocket launcher that is very effective against VS suits
New weapons (VS)
Pile Bunker A long spike fires out at immense speed
VS Rifle VS-dedicated rifle which has the longest range and loses no power regardless of the distance
Rocket Pod Shoot off a salvo of rockets to cause immense damage to a specific area
Laser Lance Attack with a sweeping arc of devastation
New Environments
Snowstorms, arctic winds, towering mountains of ice are all stunningly realized, creating a truly immersive and cinematic event of epic proportions.
New perspectives
Switch to first person view or the over-the-shoulder view from Resident Evil 4 for even more intense action
Cross Platform Play
XBOX 360 and PC users can now compete on the same battlefield
NOTE: Lost Planet COLONIES EDITION and the original Lost Planet: Extreme Condition are not compatible. Single-player saves and online rankings cannot be carried over and multiplayer games will be separate.