"Kameo: Elements of Power "Design-A-Skin" Contest Winners Available as Free Downloadable Content Pack
UK - Tuesday 26th September 2006 - The "Kameo: Elements of Power" characters are about to get unique makeovers, this time by the gamers themselves. Play as the newly-created Ash with his Griffin-inspired design; conquer the kingdom as Thermite, who now, quite literally, carries the world on his back; or roll with Major Ruin with his all-new egg-shell armour. Gamers will fall in love with their favourites all over again.
Microsoft and Rare today announced that the 11 winning entries from the "Kameo: Elements of Power Design Your Skin" Contest are available today as free, fully playable downloadable content in the new "Design-A-Skin" pack. The content is available exclusively through Xbox Live Marketplace.
This past spring, gamers from across the globe submitted their original redesigns of "Kameo: Elements of Power" characters to a panel of judges from Xbox and Rare. Entries were judged on creativity and game design and the winning entries are now available for gamers to play. Winning designs can be viewed at http://kameo.com/RoyalFun/Kameo_Skin_Design_Winners.htm.
From renowned game developer Rare, "Kameo: Elements of Power," grants players the ability to morph into unique and incredible warriors allowing the main character Kameo to search out and battle ever-present evil. Boasting impeccable next-generation graphics and innovative game play, "Kameo: Elements of Power" shines as a giant leap in game development. Continuing its legacy of creating dynamic puzzles, immersive combat and enormous environments, Rare fuses multiple genres to create a strikingly fun gaming experience destined for widespread appeal. For up-to-date information on "Kameo: Elements of Power," visit the official expanded site at http://www.kameo.com.
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