Players take on the role of the only surviving member of an elite special forces unit, and in need of finding a secret underground base. Assault Heroes is a non-stop action fest that was designed specifically for the Xbox Live Arcade. Featuring a one or two player cooperative campaign, and numerous vehicles to command, Assault Heroes is like Metal Slug’s little cousin.

Featuring on-foot shooting, 4x4 heavily armed assault vehicles, water-based vehicles and all kinds of destructive armory, Assault Heroes is an old-school arcade romp with new-school graphics and enhancements. Check out a list of options, game modes, and specialties for Assault Heroes.

Game Features:

• Multiplayer co-op mode: Two players may play co-operatively online via Xbox Live or offline (same screen) with enhanced weapons and special attacks to encourage team-based campaigns.

• Dynamic gameplay: Operate an armed 4X4, speed boat or simply fight on foot for a quick change of pace.

• Arsenal of weapons: Equip characters with miniguns, flak cannons, flamethrowers, grenades and nukes to destroy everything in your path.

• Realistic special effects: Destructible terrain and advanced physics engine provide a truly engaging Arcade experience.

• Highly detailed graphics ? Vehicles leave tracks in the sand, send parts flying when they explode, and leave smoke trails when taking damage.

• Exhilarating Action-Packed Experience ? Challenging and graphically compelling levels (including bonus sublevels) for fast-paced and addictive play.

• Xbox Live Leaderboards

Assault Heroes will be available on December 13th (this Wednesday...tomorrow), for download. Gamers can purchase the game for 800 Microsoft points.