Söldner-X: Himmelsstürmer | |
Developer(s) | SideQuest Studios |
Publisher(s) | eastasiasoft |
Designer | |
Engine | |
status | Status Missing |
Release date | Microsoft Windows: December 14, 2007
PlayStation 3: December 4, 2008 |
Genre | Shoot 'em up |
Mode(s) | Single-player, Multiplayer |
Age rating(s) | ESRB: E |
Platform(s) | Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3 |
Arcade system | Arcade System Missing |
Media | Download, CD (PC Version) |
Input | Sixaxis, Xbox 360 Controller for Windows(R) |
Requirements | Requirements Missing |
Credits | Soundtrack | Codes | Walkthrough |
Söldner-X: Himmelsstürmer is a horizontally scrolling shooter video game developed by SideQuest Studios and published by eastasiasoft. It is developed as a downloadable game for PlayStation 3 on the PlayStation Store and as a physical product for Microsoft Windows.
“ | Set in the distant future, Söldner-X: Himmelsstürmer is a fast and furious shoot 'em up with state-of-the-art graphics, driving soundtrack and classic fun gameplay sprinkled with fresh innovations. In the storyline, planet Earth's resistance aims to stop a deadly infection consuming both life forms and technology alike, oddly having to rely on an anti-hero mercenary and bounty hunter to pilot a mighty prototype star fighter. His goal: To fight his way to the virus' origin, save civilisation and earn cash to boot! | „ |
~ eastasiasoft on Söldner-X press release[1] |
Name[ | ]
The title of the game is Söldner-X: Himmelsstürmer, a German expression.
- Söldner-X translates as Mercenary-X.
- Himmelsstürmer - Someone who's set to defy the impossible, easily overcoming true-life obstacles. Literally, Himmelsstürmer would mean "somebody who attacks/conquers the sky, alternatively "storms into the sky". An accepted translation of Himmelsstürmer is "Romantic Idealist".[2]
Gameplay[ | ]
Söldner-X is a traditional 2D shoot'em up game with parallax scrolling, 720p high-definition graphics, weather effects and a rich weapon upgrade system.
Features[ | ]
- 12 stages of parallax graphics and animations, staged across 4 world/space settings
- High definition graphics in 720p (16:9), or greater/lower resolutions for the PC
- Supports 2-Player Co-Op Play (simultaneously)
- Weather effects (such as rain, fog and lightning)
- Detailed background animations
- Classic design, yet state-of-the-art shooter technology
- Unique upgrade weapon system with five standard weapon types
- Tactical elements such as chaining, effectiveness system, and 'berserker' mode
- Hidden bonus features
- More than 20 extras (with both positive and negative effects)
- Collection quests
- Features a soundtrack and sound effects (PC Feature)
- Bi-lingual story mode (English/Japanese)
- Six modes of difficulty: very easy, easy, normal, hard, impossible, nightmare
- Online high score ranking
- Constant frame rate of 60fps (if recommended system requirements are met) (PC Feature)
Sequel[ | ]
A sequel has been announced exclusively for PlayStation 3 (as a downloadable game), and it will be released in Q1 2010.
Reception[ | ]
- IGN awarded 8.0 calling it "impressive".
- GamerNode.com awarded the game an 8/10, calling it "highly entertaining."
See also[ | ]
- List of downloadable PlayStation 3 games
References[ | ]
External links[ | ]
- Official Website
- Official Press Release announcing platforms
- Official playstation.com product page
- Official PS3 Trailer
- Söldner-X: Himmelsstürmer Original Soundtrack Complete Edition
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