Some pretty interesting bonus content for those pre-ordering the game was announced today: Classic G.I. JOE costumes! Check out the screens above along with the details.
Gamers who pre-order G.I. JOE The Rise of Cobra at participating retailers in North America will receive a special code to unlock select playable characters in their classic uniform from the original 1980's G.I. JOE cartoon/toy series. In addition to the 16 playable G.I. JOE characters based on the upcoming movie from Paramount Pictures, the game's cast of playable classic G.I. JOE characters will include heroes like the crossbow-wielding SHANA "SCARLETT" O'HARA. Additional classic G.I. JOE characters will be revealed closer to the game's launch.
Unlock codes for classic G.I. JOE characters are only available on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii, PlayStation 2 and PlayStation Portable (PSP) versions of the game.
As COBRA unleashes its deadliest plot yet, the G.I. JOE Team is counting on you and your hand-picked team of heroes to lead the counterattack. Every mission is critical and so is every G.I. JOE character. Picking up where the Paramount Pictures live action film leaves off, G.I. JOE The Rise of Cobra is an accessible third person action-arcade shooter that allows players to recreate and relive the greatest moments from the film, cartoon series and action toy line.
The G.I. JOE Brand Hasbro's G.I. JOE brand revolutionized the toy industry more than 40 years ago and has since become a pop culture icon and global entertainment franchise. First introduced in 1982, the G.I. JOE vs. COBRA saga captivated millions of kids with compelling characters and legendary battles that have been told through Hasbro's toy line, animated television series, best-selling comic book franchise and the upcoming feature film from Paramount Pictures and Spyglass Entertainment, in association with Hasbro, G.I. JOE: THE RISE OF COBRA, releasing on August 7, 2009.
Key Features of Console Versions:
Exclusive all-new storyline that picks up where the film ends and is inspired by 45 years of rich G.I.JOE history
Two player co-op lets players choose an elite team and call in support from other G.I. JOE characters
Choose from 16 playable characters (four of which are unlockable COBRA characters) - each with a unique set of abilities and weapons
Announced G.I. JOE characters include Snake Eyes, Duke, Heavy Duty, Ripcord, Scarlett, Shipwreck and Gung Ho
Storm Shadow has been revealed as an unlockable playable COBRA character
Characters are classified into one of three units: Commandos who do well at close range, Heavys who possess extraordinary shooting skills but do it best from a distance and Combat Soldiers who are a balance between the two
Gear up with the latest in high-tech gadgets like the film-inspired Accelerator Suit which makes you invincible and gives you short bursts of additional fire power
Drivable G.I. JOE and COBRA vehicles designed for two-player co-op
Three difficulty levels - appealing to players of all ages and skill levels (Casual, Advanced and Hardcore)
20 levels - each with 3-5 areas to explore - across four environments
75 file cards and various intelligence items hidden throughout the game which can be used to unlock additional playable characters, special missions, 4 PSAs and other bonus content
Key Features Specific to Nintendo DS Version:
Unique top-down arcade shooter, built from the ground up specifically for the Nintendo DS
Choose from six G.I. JOE characters and five COBRA characters
More than 20 missions across four environments, plus playable vehicles
Create your own G.I. JOE vs. COBRA battles with up to 4 players (via wireless play)
