The Xbox LIVE Arcade delivers quality downloadable game titles from experienced independent developers and publishers. Each considers the value of your dollar when making the game. It’s been proven with game titles in the past that fans know exactly what to expect from XBLA games - and this holiday season it will be no different. Below are the expected releases. Some have been confirmed with Major Nelson of www.majornelson.com and reported by other gaming web sites. Unfortunately for their readers, they just got the standard Microsoft press release instead of taking the time to talk to each of the game developers on their list of naughty or nice.

The XBLArcade.com is here to reveal the FULL LIST of releases for December from the developers and publishers of the game themselves. We should let you know that some of the details have yet to be confirmed and are subject to change in the coming weeks. We can however reiterate that we have worked with the game developers to ensure that you have a choice when considering spending those holiday gift points for your favorite games. Read on…

“Alien Breed Evolution (Episode 1)” (Team 17) | December 16 | Worldwide: The game features incredible fidelity and attention to detail throughout, awesome audio effects and an engaging single player narrative. The pulsating story takes the game's hero through an intense ride through a stricken craft, onto a mysterious, ageing hulk ship and beyond. In addition to the explosive single player story, the game also offers a relentless, action packed, two-player co-operative battle mode for online and offline local action with a number of difficulty modes to challenge all skills. Available for 800 Microsoft Points, Alien Breed Evolution (Episode 1) is rated T for Teen by the ESRB. Check out more information at http://www.xblarcade.com/node/2248 and a follow-up at http://www.xblarcade.com/node/2482

“Puzzlegeddon” (Pieces Interactive) | December 16 | Worldwide: Puzzlegeddon features an inventive mix of puzzle, action and strategy. Select your island of choice and puzzle for resources to defend yourself and to defeat opponents throughout the many galaxies, game modes and challenges which awaits you in Puzzlegeddon. Join the battles online in multiplayer games for up to 6 players. Fight evil robots or puzzle for survival on a poisonous planet in the game's challenging and addictive single player modes. Puzzlegeddon is a game for all tastes and play styles which challenges players both to think hard, play smart and act fast. Available for 800 Microsoft Points, Puzzlegeddon is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB. For more information, visit http://www.xblarcade.com/node/2483

“Polar Panic” (Eiconic/Valcon Games) | December 23 | Worldwide: Hunters have invaded the Arctic! Mr. Big, the CEO of Globoco, has decided to drill in the Arctic. Unfortunately, Polar and his family are in the way, and he's hired hunters to clear them out by any means necessary. Help Polar rescue his family by battling the hunters, and Mr. Big in frantic arcade play. Use iceblocks, dynamite crates, and anything else handy to drive Globoco out of your territory. Once the arctic is safe, master all 50 devious stages of Puzzle Mode. Play local multiplayer matches with up to four players competing for points, kills, or survival. Available for 800 Microsoft Points, Polar Panic is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB. For more information, visit http://www.xblarcade.com/node/2426

“0 Day Attack on Earth” (Gulti/Square Enix) | December 23 | Worldwide: Earth is under attack by massive creatures from outer space. Now you can save Earth with a huge arsenal of heavy-power artillery at your disposal. Climb into your fighter jet and wage fierce battles against these gruesome aggressors. 0 Day Attack on Earth is an Xbox LIVE Arcade exclusive that gives you full range of motion and attack while you engage in airstrikes over real world cities such as Tokyo, New York and Paris. Team up with or battle against players from around the world in online co-op. Only you can save Earth from complete annihilation! Available for 1200 Microsoft Points, 0 Day Attack on Earth is rated E10 for Everyone 10+ by the ESRB. For more information, visit http://www.xblarcade.com/node/2487

“Trials HD BIG PACK!” (Redlynx) | December 23 | Worldwide : Fans of Trials HD, one of this summer’s hottest downloadable games, can get ready for more fun and insane challenges with the add-on, Trials HD BIG PACK! Rev your engines with 35 new racing and skill tracks, over 50 new crazy physics objects, tournaments, new achievements worth 50 extra gamerscore, and more. Trials HD BIG PACK! releases December 23 on Xbox LIVE Arcade at 400 points and is rated T for Teen by the ESRB.  Fasten your helmet and prepare for serious bruises! For more information, visit http://www.xblarcade.com/node/2481

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“Pinball FX” (ZEN Studios) | December 14 | Japan: Pinball FX offers an unparalleled gaming experience for novices and experts alike. It combines the arcade thrills of traditional pinball with enhanced gameplay and exciting, innovative features not found in any other pinball game. With the power of Xbox 360™ behind it, Pinball FX sets a new standard for realistic ball physics and graphical detail in pinball video games. December 14 through December 20, get Pinball FX in Japan for 400 Microsoft Points, a 50% savings. Pinball FX is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB. For more information, visit http://www.xbox.com/games/p/pinballfxxboxlivearcade/

“Shadow Complex™” (Epic/Chair Entertainment) | December 21 | Worldwide: From the producers of Gears of War comes Shadow Complex, a modern and masterful side-scrolling shooter. Winner of nine ‘Best of E3’ awards, Shadow Complex combines the quality and depth of a retail title with the accessibility you love, available exclusively on Xbox LIVE Arcade. December 21 through December 27, get Shadow Complex for 800 Microsoft Points, a 33% savings. Shadow Complex is rated T for Teen by the ESRB. For more information, visit http://www.xbox.com/games/s/shadowcomplexxbla/

“The Maw” (Twisted Pixel) | December 28 | Worldwide: The pinnacle of alien evolution, Maw is a cowardly fat blob concerned mostly with snacking and lounging. He can, however, absorb the traits of anything he eats, is virtually indestructible, and can grow to unlimited size. If he wasn't a danger to all life in the universe, he'd make the perfect pet. In the action/adventure game The Maw, he's the best friend of our hero Frank, and only by working together, can Maw help eat their way to freedom. The Maw was honored with the Audience Choice Award in the 2008 PAX-10 showcase of independent games, and is a finalist at the 2009 Independent Games Festival for Technical Excellence. December 21 through January 3, get The Maw for 400 Microsoft Points, a 50% savings. The Maw is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB. For more information, visit http://www.xbox.com/games/t/themawxboxlivearcade/

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