DLC Coming to Ace Combat: Assault Horizon
The DLC will include a new aircraft.
The new Ace Combat game has only been out for a week and a half but it's already receiving downloadable content next Tuesday. On October 25, 2011, a new fictional "state of the art" aircraft called the ASF-X Shinden II will become available, as well as two new aircraft colors. The F-14D Super Tomcat will get a "Halloween Pumpkin" paintjob and a "Red Devils" paintjob is available for the F/A-18F Super Hornet.
Here is the description for the new aircraft: "This fictional state-of-the-art support fighter has a variable airframe that provides stable flight performance at any speed level making it ideal for a variety of missions such as attacking hostile fleets in territorial waters, engaging enemies attempting to land, and providing support during mountain defense operations. Boasting a variable, forward swept wing configuration, its outstanding maneuverability provides excellent close range combat abilities. It has a unique two-tiered engine allowing it to be a VTOL aircraft as well. It is known widely as "Shinden II" (Magnificent Lightning II)."
Press Release
NAMCO BANDAI Games America is excited to reveal all-new DLC for their premier action shooter, ACE COMBAT® ASSAULT HORIZON. The DLC will be available to download for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 on October 25, and includes a fictional state-of-the-art support fighter, the ASF-X Shinden II, as well as two new aircraft colors. While ace pilots everywhere are waiting to download this incredible new DLC, you can give your readers their first glimpse by sharing the details below and downloading the screenshots using the FTP information provided.
The DLC available October 25 includes:
Aircraft
ASF-X Shinden II
Category: Multirole
Description:
This fictional state-of-the-art support fighter has a variable airframe that provides stable flight performance at any speed level making it ideal for a variety of missions such as attacking hostile fleets in territorial waters, engaging enemies attempting to land, and providing support during mountain defense operations. Boasting a variable, forward swept wing configuration, its outstanding maneuverability provides excellent close range combat abilities. It has a unique two-tiered engine allowing it to be a VTOL aircraft as well. It is known widely as "Shinden II" (Magnificent Lightning II).
Aircraft Colors
F-14D Super Tomcat (Halloween Pumpkin)
Description:
Halloween Pumpkin: Shoot or Treat!
A large, variable wing, carrier-based fighter that symbolizes aircraft carrier transported planes. It combines stability with maneuverability regardless of velocity thanks to its digitally controlled variable sweep wings and surpassing speed performance. The "Super Tomcat" also boasts of long-range counterattack capability that can defeat a large number of incoming enemy fighters.
This aircraft is known for striking fear with its appearance during low speed battles.
F/A-18F Super Hornet (Red Devils)
Description:
Red Devils: Historic United States Marine Corps Fighter Squadron
Whether it's air-to-air or air-to-ground, this carrier-based fighter is capable of handling a wide variety of missions. An easy-to-handle aircraft that boasts stable maneuverability at any speed. Equipped with long-range attack weapons, it's well-suited for preemptive attacks. Nicknamed the "Super Hornet".
Take control of this aircraft with the crimson symbol of the "Red Devils" emblazoned on its tail.
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