Xbox MechAssault

Microsoft Game Studios today announced that "MechAssault," a sci-fi action/shooter game based on the highly successful "BattleTech" franchise, will be available this fall exclusively for the Xbox. "MechAssault" is being developed by Day 1 Studios.

"MechAssault," a futuristic sci-fi third-person shooter game, will allow gamers to command a huge walking tank known as a BattleMech. Players will battle foes and take out enemy structures while maneuvering the huge BattleMech, or 'Mech, through a variety of environments. A dozen powerful BattleMechs will be available in "MechAssault," each with massive firepower.

"MechAssault" will feature complete destruction on a level never seen before -- everything in the world can be destroyed bit by bit. Gamers can play a variety of missions with multiple objectives that require tactics and skill. "MechAssault" on Xbox also will include online features.

"We are going to blow action gamers' minds when they unleash the massive firepower and military strength of 'MechAssault,'" said Pete Parsons, director of marketing for Microsoft Game Studios.

Pilot the most powerful weapons available in the 31st century, a 40-foot tall walking tank known as a BattleMech. MechAssault is a 3rd-person action/shooter, where environments are not only fully destructible, they're your weapons. Choose from a dozen 'Mechs ranging from quick 30- tonners to huge 100-ton beasts. Configure your 'Mech and optimize it to crush your opponents. Challenge yourself with 20 single-player missions and get prepared for the ultimate multiplayer online experience.

News source: Microsoft Press Release - Popular "BattleTech" franchise to make its console debut with online features