This weeks Xbox Indie Games Round Up sees 13 new releases and 10 updated titles.
Below are this weeks releases and updates sorted in a rough order on how good they are over three categories. Trial impressions have been wrote for the Geddon it! category games, the rest use the developers descriptions. Please take a look at all the games as something may interest you. There are trailers made by the developers for the new releases which can be found on Page 2.
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Geddon it!
Zombie Football Carnage is a survial style game with an American Football style them. You must fight you way through waves of monsters by throwing your football at them. Upgrades are available to purchase from money collected in the game and can be used to beef up your stats or gain access to over 15 weapons. This is a fun game to play with a nice twist on the survival genre, presentation and graphics are done very well. Zombie Football Carnage costs 80 :MSPoints: and seems to be great value for money! More information can be found on the Marketplace, a trailer can be found on Page 2.
FishCraft is basically a remake Angry Birds but with cats as the enemy and fish as the vengeful attackers. There are over 60 levels of building busting action and the game seems to be very faithful. If you are a fan of Angry Birds (who isn’t?) then this is a must buy! FishCraft costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace, a trailer can be found on Page 2.
College Lacrosse 2011 is the latest version of the popular Lacrosse game originally released last year. Personally I have never played or watched a game of Lacrosse so the game is a little lost on me. But if you are a fan of the sport you will not find a better use for 400 :MSPoints. This latest version features motion capture animations, overhauled graphics, improved Xbox LIVE play, enhanced controls and many other improvements. A very impressive title and is well worth checking out! More information can be found on the Marketplace.
Ar-meh-geddon
IonBall – IonBall is a modern twist on a classic Breakout style game, featuring an XP-based progression system and end-of-level bosses that are going to push you to the extreme, all delivered in a unique SteamPunk style. IonBall costs 240 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Avatar Adventurers Online – Avatar Adventurers is a Multiplayer Online RPG. Develop your avatar by levelling your character and obtaining new equipment. Battle formidable beasts, complete quests and take on missions across three vast continents. Communicate with fellow adventurers, form experience parties and trade items. Join the online adventure today! Avatar Adventurers Online costs 240 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Adventures of Rocaman – Enjoy a classic platform game! Through 8 worlds of the prehistoric, battle against dinosaurs and take on dangerous roads with our friend Rocaman. Adventures of Rocaman costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Googly-Eyed Splitters – A fun side-scrolling platformer, with a twist! Roll, Jump and Split your way through a whopping 40 levels to finish the game. Beware lava pits, lava boulders and being crushed by platforms as you play! With both skill based and puzzle based levels you’re sure to enjoy playing this cute little Indie Title! Googly-Eyed Splitters costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Hurdle Turtle – Level Pack # 1 – The fastest turtle in the world is back for more zany 8-bit arcade action in 3 all new levels! Join him and his new pal Pirate Turtle as they race to a banging chiptune soundtrack composed by Octapus! This companion to the original game can also be enjoyed as a standalone title. Hurdle Turtle – Level Pack # 1 costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Armageddon outta here!
Cuckoo Crack – Your egg-laying skills will be tested as you fly your Cuckoo bird through the forest. Will you go for the lower, more valuable nests but risk your bird by crashing into trees? Will you play it safe and risk running out of time? Complete all five challenges and claim your awards! We warn you: this game is addictive and fun for the whole family! Cuckoo Crack costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Drum XPlosion 2 – Play, record, and jam along to original music with Drum XPlosion 2. Select from several predefined drum kits or mix and match from over 70 different drum sounds to make new kits. Each drum sound can be modified by manipulating pitch, volume, and reverb. Drum XPlosion 2 costs 240 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace, a trailer can be found on Page 2.
Old School Destruction – Get ready for the ultimate co-op adventure!!! In OSD you will battle through rich 3D environments destroying everything old school style!. New technology meets the classic destroy first, ask questions later gameplay to give you the HD experience of a lifetime. Beautiful graphics employing advanced techniques like soft shadows and real time lightning deliver crisp visuals through the whole game! Old School Destruction costs 240 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace, a trailer can be found on Page 2.
Orbital Arena – A 2D Space Shooter that focuses on hardcore multiplayer action! Play the 8 original game types including the fast paced Survivor and the mind provoking Numb3rs! Find different Weapons and Power-Ups to gain advantages over your opponents. Enjoy different visual effects in game including the HIGHLY appealing Retro Mode! Orbital Arena costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
A lot of balls – Do you feel lucky? Try your luck and beat your friends. Up to four players can fill out tickets and then feel the electrifying suspense of the drawing. A lot of balls costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Updated titles
Alpha Squad, Nuke Your Neighbor, Antipole, Star Dash, Incident of Dreamy Vale Church, FIREBIES, The New Zombies!, Color, Avatar Ragdolls, Wiwi’s Adventures 2 and Kapture.
