Namco Bandai Games America Inc., announced today that a free playable demo of Soulcalibur IV is now available for download on Xbox Live Marketplace for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PlayStation Network for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system. Offering a sample of the intense, skeleton-jarring weapon combat, the demo illustrates the franchise's legacy of providing a rich gaming experience as they play Nightmare, Cassandra, Tira or Rock who appear from a roster of more than 30 characters.
Having shipped two million units worldwide, Soulcalibur IV reveals the origins of this ongoing saga and features warriors from across the galaxy who seeks the soul swords for their own goals. The line-up of weapon-wielding fighters grows as new characters add another layer of challenge and mystery.
Retooled from the ground up, Soulcalibur IV provides a true next generation experience by bringing the beloved series to the HD era and presenting the game as it was meant to be enjoyed. Adding to the depth of weapon based combat, players can perform Critical Finish moves to defeat opponents in one spectacular attack. Also, fighting aficionados can now battle online for the first time in franchise history using customized characters or fan favorites to challenge others for worldwide domination.
A full retail version of Soulcalibur IV is now available and carries a suggested MSRP of $59.99 and a limited Premium Edition with exclusive content is available for $79.99. Soulcalibur IV is rated "T" for Teen by the ESRB. For more information please visit: http://www.namcobandaigames.com or www.soulcalibur.com.
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NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., is a leading interactive entertainment software publisher and developer based in Santa Clara, CA. The company is a part of the NAMCO BANDAI group of companies known for creating and publishing many of the industry's top video game franchises including the PAC-MAN, SOULCALIBUR, Naruto and Tekken brands. For more information about NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., and our products log onto www.namcobandaigames.com.
