Konami’s Gradius-style side-scrolling shoot-’em-up will be $30 on its own, or $50 bundled with soundtrack, art book, and pillow case.
Next month will see a retro-styled revival, as Konami today announced a July 19 North American release date for the side-scrolling shoot-’em-up Otomedius Excellent on the Xbox 360.
A spin-off successor to Konami’s seminal Gradius series, Otomedius Excellent has players pick from a roster of nine anime-styled female pilots–many of them scantily clad–and take on wave after wave of enemy fire. The game will include a gallery with more than 150 extra images, as well three-player competitive and cooperative play, either locally or through Xbox Live. Post-launch downloadable content is expected to add new characters, levels, and more.
When it arrives, Otomedius Excellent will be available in a $30 standard edition as well as a $50 special edition bundle. Otomedius enthusiasts who spend the extra $20 will receive a package that includes an art book, soundtrack, and a two-sided pillow case featuring the game’s female characters.
For more Otomedius Excellent, check out GameSpot’s previous coverage.
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