The Countdown Begins as "Rocketmen: Axis of Evil" Lands on Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday!
LONDON - 3rd March, 2008 - Help save the solar system this week when "Rocketmen: Axis of Evil" touches down on Xbox LIVE® Arcade for Xbox 360 on Wednesday 5th March at 09.00.
Join Rocketmen Nick Sion, Alec Mink and the Alliance of Free Planets in their desperate struggle to free the solar system from the tyrannical grip of the Legion of Terra in this RPG styled shooter. Players have the choice to save the galaxy alone or cooperatively with up to three other players over Xbox LIVE or locally on the same console. With its distinctive cel-shaded art style, engaging storyline, customisable characters and RPG elements, this shooter will keep players coming back for more.
Where can I get this game from?
Capcom's "Rocketmen: Axis of Evil" will be available worldwide (with the exception of Japan and Korea) for 800 Microsoft Points.
It is rated 12+.
More information is available at:
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/r/rocketmenxboxlivearcade
http://www.capcom.com/digital
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