Platform: Microsoft Xbox
Region: NTSC-U
Country: United States of America
Developer(s): Mass Media, Inc.
Publishers(s): Microsoft Studios | Namco Hometek Inc.
ReleaseDate: 2004-11-06
Players: 4
Co-op: Yes
Xbox Arcade
Also know as: Xbox Live Arcade
The Xbox Live Arcade service was officially announced on May 12, 2004, at Microsoft's E3 press conference by Bill Gates and launched on November 6, 2004, for the original Xbox game console. The XBLA software was obtained by ordering it on Microsoft's website. It was sent by mail on a disc that also contained a free version of the Ms. Pac-Man video game. To generate greater publicity for the service, the disc was also distributed with special issues of the Official Xbox Magazine and as part of the Forza Motorsport Xbox console bundle. The service launched with six titles and expanded its library to twelve titles by the end of the year. Once connected to Xbox Live, customers could purchase additional titles by using a credit card, or download a limited trial version of a game. Prices for the games range from $4.99 to $14.99.
ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
Genre(s): Action