Asteroids and Asteroids Deluxe
Publisher: Atari
Developer: Stainless Games
Category: Classics/Puzzles
Release Dates
Xbox Live Arcade - 11/28/2007
News
Classic Atari Games Arriving on Xbox Live Arcade
Atari, Inc. today announced that Asteroids and Asteroids Deluxe is now available on Xbox LIVE Arcade, with three more beloved Atari Classics coming soon
Atari's "Asteroids" and "Asteroids Deluxe" Blast Onto Xbox LIVE Arcade
this Wednesday!
Get ready for classic space shooting action with the release of “Asteroids” and “Asteroids Deluxe”
Description
Two of the all-time classic arcade games come to Xbox LIVE Arcade in Asteroids, Asteroids Deluxe, a combo of intense action where players must save earth from a deadly bombardment of asteroids. The full historic game is available in its original form, along with a completely re-stylized version featuring evolved graphics.
Features
- The original Asteroids: Released in 1979 by Atari, the simple black and white game was a masterpiece of vector graphics game design, and had millions of arcadegoers entranced by its simple mechanic of controlling a spaceship firing at and destroying asteroids.
- The release of Asteroids Deluxe: The sequel to the original, released in 1980, Asteroids Deluxe featured the same classic gameplay but added a new shield feature and dangerous satellite enemies. Play both the original and its sequel in all of its classic old-school style.
- Next-gen evolution: But now, both games have evolved. Support is provided for both 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios, including HDTV. Full-screen anti-aliasing and Dolby Digital surround sound complete the gaming experience.
- Throttle Monkey mode: Both game versions come with a high-speed version known as Throttle Monkey. Can you survive?
- Achievements and leaderboards: Twelve new achievements for you to earn, and new leaderboards to conquer. Show your friends who is the master at AsteroidsandAsteroids Deluxe.
Notes
"Asteroids" and "Asteroids Deluxe" will be available worldwide as a joint download for 400 Microsoft Points
