New Xbox Live games out now for Xbox 360

Posted: February 1st, 2008.

Two New Exclusive Titles Launch on Xbox LIVE Arcade out now:

Rez HD and Chessmaster LIVE

A brand new recreation of thecult-classic shooter created by Tetsuya Mizuguchi, Rez HD launches onXbox LIVE(r) Arcade for Xbox 360(tm) this week. In addition to Rez HD,chess fans and newcomers alike will enjoy checkmating friends withChessmaster Live on Xbox LIVE Arcade. Both games were made availableon Wednesday, 30th January.

Rez HD is a frenetic, wire-frame adventure set to industrialbeats and rhythms that match the action. The story of Rez HD takesplayers deep into the world’s computer network where they must hack thesystem, alter the visual output and take over the music, creating uniquerhythms and eye candy as they dig deeper into the cyberworld.

Developed by Q Entertainment (Lumines Live! and Every ExtendExtra Extreme), Rez HD for Xbox LIVE Arcade is a high definitionupdate of the original game with brand new elements such as new visualsand sound effects. The game features five levels, each with its ownunique visual theme, style and musical track, as well as three modes,including Easy, Main and Score Attack.

A downloadable version of Ubisoft’s hit Chessmaster series,Chessmaster Live allows players to test and tune their chess skillsagainst the AI or opponents of all aptitudes around the globe via XboxLIVE. Chessmaster Live features five original chess variants,including a Message Chess option, which allows gamers to engage inmatches over the span of several days, weeks or even months. The titleboasts both beautifully crafted 3D chess sets inspired by luxury chessboard designer House of Staunton.

Where can I get Rez HD and Chessmaster LIVE from?

• Rez HD: available for 800 MS Points from 9:00 a.m., Wednesday30th January 2008
• Chessmaster Live: available for 800 MS Points from 9:00 a.m.,Wednesday 30th January 2008

News page content input by Dominic Robinson, 2008.