Top 5 Xbox Live Arcade Games of 2011

Top 5 Xbox Live Arcade Games of 2011:

5.) Hard Corpse Uprising:

Breakdown: Release date: 2/16/2011 Developer: ARC SYSTEM WORKS Co., Ltd. Publisher: Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. Genre: Action & Adventure, Platformer, Shooter Rating: T for Teen Cost: 1200 MS points

Summary:

Jump and shoot your way through 8 action packed levels in this contra prequel. Old school gamers will notice that some of the weapons and bosses are ripped right from Contra. This game is challenging and even frustrating at times, but rising mode make this game rewarding by allowing you to upgrade your character. So if you like action, cool power ups and challenging stages Hard Corps Uprising is for you.


Pros:
-Cool weapons and power-ups
-Rising mode offers upgrades for your characters
-Additional characters are available to download.

Cons:
-Repetitive game play
-Difficulty spikes on the bosses are somewhat extreme


4.) Bangai-o Missile Fury:

Breakdown: Release date: 5/4/2011 Developer: TREASURE Publisher: D3Publisher of America, Inc. Genre: Shooter Rating: E everyone 10 and up Cost: 800 MS points

Summary:

Missiles will fly at you from literally every direction as you try to blast your way through over 100 insane levels. This isn't a game with a deep story. The concept is simple, destroy everything. But make no mistake this easier said than done. So if you're looking to just blow things up, check this game out.

Pros:
-Frantic over the top action.
-Accurate controls
-Loaded with a lot of content for the price

Cons:
-Easily frustrating
-Poor online play


3.) Ms. Splosion Man:

Breakdown: Release date: 7/13/2011 Developer: Twisted Pixel Games Publisher: Xbox LIVE Arcade Genre: Platformer Rating: T for Teen Cost: 800 MS points

Summary:

Sure Ms Splosion Man looks ridiculous, but if you can look past that, what you'll find is a very challenging and insane platformer. This game features 50 levels to get through in either single or multiplayer mode. This game is all about timing. You can splode 3 times before you need to recharge. Players have to time their splode to avoid traps or enemies. Ms Splosion Man herself is a character that full of personality. You can't help but laugh as spouts or 90's pop culture references or does the Carlton dance. But what makes this game is the clever level design. If you're into challenging side-scrollers this is a game you should take a look at.

Pros:
-Clever level design
-Engaging character
-Great single and multiplayer experience

Cons:
-Camera too far away at times
-Easily frustrating

2.) Outland:

Breakdown: Release date: 4/27/2011 Developer: Housemarque Publisher: Ubisoft Genre: Platformer Rating: E for everyone 10 and up Cost: 800 MS points

Summary:

You play as an ancient warrior who sets out save a dying word. But this is more than just an action oriented side-scroller. Early on you get the ability you gain the ability to shift between light and dark, (or red and blue in this case) and that's what makes this game challenging. Players will have to use this ability to fight enemies, gain access to new areas and just plain survive in this game. Precision controls and beautiful effects make this a great game to add to your collection.

Pros:
-Nice visuals
-Great level design
-Precise controls

Cons:
-no local co-op
-Repetitive gameplay

1.) Trenched:

Breakdown: Release date: 6/22/2011 Developer: Double Fine Productions Publisher: Xbox LIVE Arcade Genre: Action & Adventure, Shooter Rating: T for Teen Cost: 1200 MS points

Summary:
In this game you control a giant mech-like machine called a Trench. The great thing about this game is that is a shooter/tower defense hybrid. This isn't just another mindless shoot'em up. The objective of the game is to set up turrets and use your Trench to destroy waves of enemies and while defending targets. As you progress in the game enemy types vary, so you will have to stay on your toes. One of the best things about this game is the fact that you can use loot collect from your foes to make enhancements to your Trench. Additionally you can use the scrap they leave behind to build more turrets during missions. Your style of play will determine the kind of upgrades you buy and there are plenty to choose from. The campaign is a good length; you also have the option to play online with three other people. Overall this a fast paced third person shooter/tower defense game with good graphics, good story and high replay value. You have to check this game out, well worth the 1200 MS points.

Pros:
-Good graphics and controls
-High replay value
-Good online and co-op play
-Varied enemy types

Cons:
-no difficulty settings
-No local multiplayer

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[jandabrock]

Love your channel idea. I would suggest going over all writing you have. Your description is full of grammatical errors and slang that I wouldn't suggest you use. It comes off unprofessional, and I believe you all have something good here. Thanks for the list!

[TheEndUserReport]

@jandabrock Thank you for the suggestions. We will do better in the future.

[capecodder33]

good stuff

[TheEndUserReport]

@capecodder33 ty for watching

[hollow088]

nice...trenched not available all over europe just great

[TheEndUserReport]

@hollow088 That sux, we hope that this gets resolved.

[AlexTehGr8]

Top 5 arcade games start at 7:10

Misleading title if I have to skip 7 minutes into the video to see what i came here to see

[jandabrock]

@TheEndUserReport You're welcome, and thank you for this video! I used its suggestions this weekend and bought Trenched. It is a fantastic game, and I wouldn't have given it a second thought had it not been for this Top 5. It's such an amazing mash up of genres. Really had a blast with it with my sons. Thanks also for taking my suggestion as constructive criticism and not the usual internet forum/comment flame. I appreciate it.

[Xboxc3ntral]

9:01 thats what she said

[jecoharman]

terrible list u fat bastards

[Moonspell360]

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[wkdw1ll1ams]

come on show good arcades please!

[800SEVENTEEN]

wouldnt hurt to have a LITTLE gameplay.

[xToastHD]

where is castle crashers?!

[dredful00]

And wheres Blacklight: Tango Down?

[dredful00]

Trenched is available now but under the name of Iron Brigade!

[1lildil]

I have one word for that: LAG