Soul Calibur IV for the Microsoft Xbox 360 represents a landmark entry in the long running weapon based fighting franchise, originally categorized under the 3D Fighting genre to distinguish its eight way run movement and arena combat from traditional two dimensional plane fighters. The title was officially added to the iOctavio.com database on July 28, 2008, coinciding with its North American retail availability. This installment is historically significant for its monumental alliance with the Star Wars intellectual property, marking the first time legendary icons from that universe crossed over into the Soulcalibur canon. Specifically, the Sith Lord Darth Vader and Jedi Master Yoda invade the Soulcalibur universe as playable combatants, each bringing the Force to bear against the series established roster in a battle for the future of the powerful spirit swords, Soul Edge and Soul Calibur.<\/p>\n
The game continues the series tradition of reinventing, enhancing, and breaking new boundaries, redefining the entire genre for the next generation of hardware. It targets both newcomers and fiercely loyal fans with a suite of advanced features. Visually, it delivers unparalleled high definition graphics, presenting the legendary Soulcalibur art style in 720p HD resolution for the first time, showcasing highly detailed character models, dynamic lighting, and destructible equipment physics that highlight the power of the Xbox 360 hardware.<\/p>\n
A major milestone for the franchise is the inclusion of robust online functionality. For the first time ever in the series history, players can take the fight online to challenge opponents around the world in multiple versus modes, moving the competitive scene beyond local couch play into a global arena. The roster is marketed as the ultimate lineup, allowing players to battle with classic Soulcalibur veterans, exciting newcomers designed specifically for this iteration, or to customize their own unique fighter through the deep Character Creation mode which returns with expanded options for equipment, stats, and visual flair.<\/p>\n
The fighting system itself received significant evolution with new mechanics designed to deepen combat. New fighting game elements include the Active Matching Battle System which streamlines the flow of engagement and the ability to execute devastating Critical Finishes, high cinematic super moves triggered by depleting an opponent’s Soul Gauge, adding a layer of strategic resource management to the moment to moment gameplay. The single player package is extensive, offering Multiple Gameplay Modes to ensure longevity. These include the narrative driven Story Mode, the traditional Arcade Mode, the challenging Tower of Reminiscence which tests endurance across numerous floors, a comprehensive Training Practice mode for lab work, the aforementioned Character Creation suite, and a Museum View mode allowing players to inspect high resolution character models and artwork unlocked during play.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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