Here's something for 360 owners to sink their teeth into, Capcom's just announced sci-fi action shooter for the Xbox 360, Lost Planet. The game is set in the frozen tundra of a hostile planet where humans struggle for survival as conflicts arise between man, the surrounding indigenous creatures and the monstrous beings that have invaded. The game will feature a single player campaign and "numerous" multiplayer modes according to Capcom.  Lost Planet will be hitting the 360 winter 2006 and you can check out the first shots below.

Taking full advantage of the Xbox 360's unprecedented power, Lost Planet will contain an unrivalled level of detail as advanced light sourcing is used to ensure a realistic presentation. Enormous world maps unfold as players battle the menacing invaders during blistering weather conditions throughout vast snow fields and deserted cities. Fostering a real-time loading system, players can expect a seamless experience that leaves them completely immersed. Multiplayer modes add to the value of Lost Planet by allowing players to partake in intense team battles via the Xbox Live online game service.

“Lost Planet” is a sci-fi action shooter whose main character, after being saved by the Snow Pirates, goes on what remains of his memory to seek revenge against his father's betrayers through dangerous terrain and wildlife, while finding out the hidden truths behind this frozen planet.   Through visually stunning graphics, the player will be fully immersed in a world of mystical beauty a breathtaking snowy planet with blinding snowstorms, crumbling buildings in ruin, and epic battles with gigantic aliens that inhabit the land.

“Lost Planet” will feature Mr. Lee Byung Hun, an active South Korean actor known for his roles in various movies and dramas, as the model for the main character. Mr. Lee Byung Hun, already a top star in his own country, will be bringing his fascinating presence and talent to the world of “Lost Planet”.

With the combination of CAPCOM's uniquely creative development team and the graphical prowess of the Xbox 360, consumers worldwide can look forward to experiencing a truly dynamic and immersive world with graphics that set the bar even higher for realism, from the hyper-realistic characters to the world-class CG cut-scenes. We at CAPCOM look forward to bringing even more novel and original content to gamers in the future on this new and exciting cutting-edge technology.

Lost Planet boasts the following features

• Xbox Live enabled - Experience an array of gameplay possibilities with online cooperative battles.
• Vehicle based gameplay - Jump in and out of a variety of heavily armed vehicles not only to help them traverse the treacherous terrain, but eliminate the terrifying enemies that threaten their survival.

• Vast arctic environments - Snowstorms, arctic winds, towering mountains of ice are all stunningly realized, creating a truly immersive and cinematic event of epic proportions.

• A premier team of developers - The creators of the Onimusha and Devil May Cry series have come together to create the expansive world of Lost Planet.

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