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Ares Will Save the World October 2nd
Torrance, CA September 20,
in the year of our Lord 2013 - Aksys Games is proud to
announce that Ares, the alien cyborg sent to end Zytron’s reign
of terror and save Minos Station, will be come to save the world
guns blazin’ on October 2, 2013 on Xbox 360® video game and
entertainment system from Microsoft in North America
(Canada/Mexico/US), Europe (including Australia and New Zealand)
and Japan! A.R.E.S. Extinction Agenda EX is an action-packed 2D
side-scrolling platform game by ORiGO Games and Extend Studios
that originally took Steam by storm in 2009, winning second
place in Microsoft’s Dream.Build.Play contest. Now redesigned
specifically for Xbox LIVE® Arcade for Xbox 360 with amazing
graphics, new bosses and stages, a new character, and loads more
content, A.R.E.S. Extinction Agenda EX on XBLA is a completely
new experience for old and new fans alike! Purchase it on Xbox
LIVE® Arcade for Xbox 360!
A.R.E.S. Extinction Agenda EX Story Summary
In the year 2060, humanity has reached the stars. As they began
to venture forth into the universe, they encountered an alien
race known as the Atzai, who gave them the technology to combat
the pollution that had been plaguing Earth. With this
technology, humankind and the Atzai built Minos Space Station,
which was design to convert pollution into fuel for space
travel. For once, Earth was at peace and a strong bond was
forged between Human and Machine. However, not all Atzai agreed
with the human race and slowly rebel factions formed inside the
Atzai ranks.
The year is now 2094, and rebel faction leader Zytron has
attacked and taken control of Minos Space Station, along with
all of its machines. Receiving a distress call from Dr. Julia
Carson, Minos Space Station’s chief engineer, Atzai Command
sends their best to save the survivors and stop Zytron from his
secret “Extinction Agenda” for mankind.
Take control of Ares and newcomer Tarus for two separate story
arcs, and uncover the conspiracy behind Zytron’s invasion of
Minos Station.
Ares is a combat specialist built to run faster, jump higher,
and fire quicker. Tarus is a battle veteran built for giving and
taking damage with his tank-like body. Together with their
orbital handler Valkyl, they must race against the clock to save
the survivors and stop Zytron’s Extinction Agenda.
So What’s New?
Receiving Console Transmission - A.R.E.S. Extinction Agenda EX
has been refitted with new console friendly designs, including a
new UI, control scheme, and leaderboards.
Upgrade Complete – Armed with new weapons, abilities, and even a
new playable ally, humanity’s secret weapon has never been
stronger.
Obstruction Eminent – Ares isn’t the only one with new tricks;
new enemies and bosses have also joined the fray. Along with
challenges stages, you’ll need all your might and power to fight
off these guys.
Uncharted Sectors – With readjusted maps and completely new
levels, there are an abundance of areas to explore for new and
returning robots alike. Delve deeper into the world of A.R.E.S.
and discover new areas of Minos Space Station you never knew
existed!
Visuals Updated – New high resolution textures as well as brand
new animated cut scenes.
Audio Enhanced – A.R.E.S. Extinction Agenda EX comes complete
with the original soundtrack by Hyperduck Soundworks. Also now
boasting a completely new additional soundtrack for the second
campaign from Heavy Metal master Charlie Parra Del Riego, a
perfect fit for Tarus the heavy metal Tanker.
Disclaimer: Ares can not actually save any real people in the
real world. Actually saving people in the real world is the
provision of God.