March 26, 2008
Spring-Themed Aircraft Variants Highlight
Latest Downloadable Content for Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation
NAMCO BANDAI Games today revealed information and
assets on the new downloadable content for Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation
that will be available for download from the Xbox LIVE Marketplace on Thursday,
March 27. Consisting of new single and multiplayer stages as well as original
plane variations, the upcoming content allows players to further customize their
play experience and light up the skies with all-new gameplay scenarios.
The following plane variants will be available
for download on Thursday, March 27:
- F-22A Raptor – Gryphus Emblem (Free): Mobility
and speed have been exchanged for heavy armor and an increased weapons payload
in this aircraft modeled after those of the heroes of Ace Combat X. - F-22A Raptor – Indigo Wing (200 Microsoft
Points): Modified for performance at air shows and exhibitions, this aircraft
is equipped with a maximum payload of colored smoke missiles. - F-14D SuperTomcat – Zipang (200 Microsoft
Points): Inspired by the spring season, this aircraft conjures serene memories
of cherry blossoms on the wind. Specialized tuning has resulted in precision
mobility with minimal armor and firepower. - Razgriz Set 2 – Contains Su-47 Berkut, A-10A
and Typhoon (300 Microsoft Points): This set of three planes bears the emblem
of the Razgriz squadron, the heroes of Ace Combat 5. Each plane is accentuated
with advanced durability to ensure the survival of all squad members in even
the most hostile missions. - F-22A Raptor – The Idolmaster Haruka (400
Microsoft Points): This aircraft’s speed often puts it in danger, but its
friendly appearance is sure to make it a favorite of friend and foe alike.
- Mirage2000-5 – The Idolmaster Yayoi (400
Microsoft Points): The world’s most energetic aircraft, this plane can be a
handful once it’s wound up and ready to go.
The downloadable content for Ace Combat 6
launching next week also includes the following single player and online
multiplayer stages:
- Co-op Battle Download #2 (300 Microsoft
Points): Join forces with up to four players over the frozen arctic tundra as
you attempt to defeat the Chandelier doomsday weapon. - Ace of Aces Mission #2 (300 Microsoft Points):
A new single player stage for the masters of Ace Combat 6, this new mission’s
challenge exceeds that of the game’s previous highest difficulty level. Take
flight and hold back the unrelenting enemy onslaught to save Vitoze, the last
remaining Emmerian stronghold. Using the new counter charge system, players
can earn additional allied reinforcements by defeating enemies within certain
time parameters.
Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation is
currently available in stores for the Xbox 360. For more information on the
game, please visit
http://www.acecombatsix.com