Whether youre feeling competitive this summer or just want to take a break and unwind, you can do both this week with the latest additions to Xbox LIVE Arcade: Hexic 2 and Ecco the Dolphin. Both games will be available to download this Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PDT).
Building on the success of Hexic HD, Hexic 2 brings all-new pieces to the board and a new multiplayer mode, so you can compete with friends in your living room or over Xbox LIVE.
The basic gameplay is straightforward, familiar, and addictivejust spin a trio of hexes to create a group of three or more matching colors, or build a formation of hexes to create more advanced pieces. Whether you want a relaxing puzzle break or a frantic race against the clock, Hexic 2 has you covered!
Acclaimed developer: Hexic 2 is another challenging puzzle hit from Alexey Pajitnov, the original creator of Tetris.
New challenges: All-new special pieces, different formations, and modes keep Hexic 2 challenging even for the veteran Hexic player.
Multiplayer competition: Amp up the gaming excitement playing multiplayer on the same console or over Xbox LIVE (up to two players) in Battle Mode.
Easy to learn: The gameplay is straightforward, approachable, and highly addictive.
Stunning visuals: The game is rendered in full 3-D with stunning special effects such as reflections, glow, and spectacular highlights.
Gamers can also travel through time this Wednesday with Ecco the Dolphin (SEGA), a fun, whimsical update of the classic undersea exploration game featuring an online leaderboard that tracks Best Time, and includes enhanced graphics and sound.
Archived: Hexic 2 and Ecco the Dolphin on XBLA this week
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Hexic 2 and Ecco the Dolphin on XBLA this week
08/13/07 12:30 pm | #1
Just received word from Microsoft that Hexic 2 and Ecco the Dolphin will be this week's Xbox Live Arcade releases. Hexic 2 will cost 800 points and Ecco the Dolphin 400. For more info, check out the release below:
Re: Hexic 2 and Ecco the Dolphin on XBLA this week
08/13/07 2:21 pm | #3
I will try eco but hexic 2? I love lumines live so I will not even be trying Hexic 2
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