Update: Microsoft just shot out a press release confirming that the title will be released this Wednesday in North America as well.

Japanese developer Warashi has announced that its port of Dreamcast title Triggerheart Exelica is set to make the jump to Microsoft’s Xbox Live Arcade service this coming Wednesday. The game is a top-down, fast paced vertical side-scrolling shooter, in the vein of Hudson’s Omega Five.

Set to debut for a total of 800 Microsoft Points, the title has not yet been confirmed for a North American release. However, with an official page up for the game over at Xbox.com, expect the game to hit the US soon-ish, possibly alongside the Japanese release.

Anchors Aweigh! Triggerheart Exelica Scrolls Onto Xbox LIVE Arcade This Wednesday

A unique spin on a classic shooter, players can capture enemies with anchors and fling them away with “Triggerheart Exelica.” The vertical scrolling shooter deploys on Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday, February 27 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (1:00 a.m. PST).

“Triggerheart Exelica” on Xbox LIVE Arcade is an upgraded version of the original Japanese arcade game and allows players to take down or trap and toss enemies by controlling humanoid weapons systems known as Triggerhearts. Players will enjoy the smallest and newest model of Triggerhearts, which feature the perfect blend of artificial intelligence and an imposing arsenal. They are the ultimate weapon against the mysterious enemy ships of the Ver’mith! “Triggerheart Exelica” also features five stages of enhanced graphics, BGM sound tracks, three difficulty levels and a “Variable Boss Attack System,” which adjusts the difficulty level to match player’s skills.

“Triggerheart Exelica” will be available worldwide for 800 Microsoft Points and is rated E10+ by the ESRB. For more details on “Triggerheart Exelica” please visit:

· http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/t/triggerheartxboxlivearcade

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