Summer is in full swing, and Xbox LIVE® Arcade is celebrating with the hottest lineup of games ever, starting on Wednesday, July 30 with the highly anticipated retro shooter Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved 2. Also, Xbox LIVE members can earn entries into our Summer of Arcade Sweepstakes* by logging in and playing the trial or full version of the featured Summer Arcade game of the week.
The latest version of the wildly popular retro shooter offers screen-melting intensity and insane new features, including six action-packed gameplay modes. Rated Everyone by the ESRB.
August 6 – August 12
From acclaimed developer Jonathan Blow, Braid is a mind-bending and artistic puzzle-platformer in which you manipulate the flow of time in strange and unusual ways. Rated Everyone 10+ by the ESRB.
August 13 – August 19
The classic eight-bit side-scroller reports back for duty in a stunning remake, complete with all-new HD graphics and features that put 2-D gaming back on the map. Rated Mature by the ESRB.
August 20 – August 26
The legend lives on with Galaga Legions, a reimagining of the classic arcade shooter featuring table-turning game dynamics and updated graphics. Rated Everyone by the ESRB.
August 27 – September 2
Award-winning studio The Behemoth brings red hot adventure with Castle Crashers, featuring hand-drawn characters and an array of weapons to choose from as you defend your kingdom and save the princess. Rated Teen by the ESRB.
*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open only to legal residents of Canada, France, Germany, United Kingdom, and the 50 United States or District of Columbia 17+. Skill testing required for Canadian residents. Game ends September 2, 2008. For details including free, alternate method of entry, see Official Rules.