Contrary to some early reports, this game is not the original Bionic Commando, but is (as they call it below) a “makeover” of the original. This means you get the awesome mechanics and gameplay you know and love, but with a bunch of new weapons, fresh graphics, cool boss fights, etc. Read the full press release below (it actually contains some details worth hearing), and head over to IGN.com for screens and a video that will answer all your questions.

Bionic Commando Rearmed Reports For Duty As Digital Download
Capcom Brings New Life to 8-Bit Title with Modern Makeover

London – 17 January, 2008 – Capcom®, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced Bionic Commando Rearmed™, a makeover of the classic 8-bit game originally released 20 years ago.

Bionic Commando Rearmed will be available for digital download from Xbox LIVE® Arcade, PLAYSTATION® Network and PC this spring. This announcement follows the news that Capcom will be releasing an all new next-generation sequel to Bionic Commando on Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Sony Computer Entertainment’s PLAYSTATION®3 (PS3™) and PC platforms.

Bionic Commando Rearmed sees a return of the intense 2D side-scrolling, shooting and grappling action from the much-loved 1988 Bionic Commando on the Nintendo Entertainment System. Bionic Commando Rearmed brings the amazing gameplay up to date with stunning new visuals, new weapons, online rankings, a reworked musical score and the addition of a 2-player co-op mode. The title will also provide cross-game interoperability, as completing parts of Bionic Commando Rearmed will unlock new content and provide secret insight into characters and plot of the brand new Bionic Commando sequel.

“The release of Bionic Commando Rearmed allows us to deliver to fans of the original game a remake they have been clamouring for, whilst also introducing the series to a whole new audience,” commented Ben Judd, Producer of both the Bionic Commando projects. “And with GRIN taking care of development we can ensure that there is real consistency across both the Bionic Commando titles.

Bionic Commando Rearmed will contain the following features
• Classic Bionic Commando gameplay focused around the use of the bionic grappling arm
• 2-player co-op mode
• Total modern visual revamp, including dynamic shadows, particle effects and environmental damage
• Reworking of musical score
• Cross-game interoperability – complete specific parts of Bionic Commando Rearmed to unlock new content and hints for the Bionic Commando sequel
• In-game art designed by one of Capcom’s most talented artists, Toshiaki Mori

To find out more visit the official website at www.bioniccommando.com

ABOUT CAPCOM
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