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"Triggerheart Exelica" Scrolls Onto Xbox LIVE Arcade This Wednesday

LONDON - 25th February 2008 - A unique spin on a classic shooter, players can capture enemies with anchors and fling them away with "Triggerheart Exelica." The vertical scrolling shooter deploys on Xbox LIVE Arcade on Wednesday 27th February at 09.00.

"Triggerheart Exelica" on Xbox LIVE Arcade is an upgraded version of the original Japanese arcade game and allows players to take down or trap-and-toss enemies by controlling humanoid weapons systems known as Triggerhearts. Players will enjoy the smallest and newest model of Triggerhearts, which feature the perfect combination of artificial intelligence and an imposing arsenal. They are the ultimate weapon against the mysterious enemy ships of the Ver'mith! "Triggerheart Exelica" also features five stages of enhanced graphics, BGM sound tracks, three difficulty levels and a "Variable Boss Attack System," which adjusts the difficulty level to match player's skills.

Where can I get this game from?

Triggerheart Exelica will be available worldwide for 800 Microsoft Points.

More information is available at http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/t/triggerheartxboxlivearcade

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