Xbox Games Store Update – CastleStorm: DE, Defense Grid 2, Slender

A pair of fun little tower defense-inspired strategy titles are hitting the Xbox One today – CastleStorm: Definitive Edition and Defense Grid 2. Slender: The Arrival, the twisted looking official Slender Man game sneaks onto the Xbox 360 too.

The games are actually pretty different of course, but either should keep players busy until the next wave of big releases comes along… we’re looking at you Forza Horizon 2 and Shadow of Mordor.

Read on.

CastleStorm ? Definitive Edition ($14.99) [Xbox One]
Welcome to the world of CastleStorm, a super genre mashup of 2D physics destruction mashed with tower defense brawler! CastleStorm was born out of the fond childhood memory of building and destroy Lego castles. The clouds bring rumors of war?It?s Knights vs. Vikings in CastleStorm, where medieval warfare meets 2D physics-based destruction! Controlling the battle in real time, players will harness the power of medieval artillery, manage a fearsome ground attack, and cast powerful spells! CastleStorm features a story-driven solo campaign, a custom castle editor, online multiplayer, co-op modes, and more. Building castles and knocking them down has never been so much fun! CastleStorm Definitive Edition includes the original campaign and 2 additional expansions: From Outcast to Savior and The Warrior Queen. New features include: ? 20 new single player battles ? 4 new extreme survival battles ? 10 new magic spells ? enhanced graphics: real time shadows, advanced particles, 1080p@60fps + 4x MSAA ? Full screen split-screen mode.

Defense Grid 2 ($24.99) [Xbox One]
Defense Grid 2, DG2, is the highly-anticipated sequel to Hidden Path Entertainment?s 2008 Defense Grid: The Awakening. Setting the bar as the definitive tower defense game, Defense Grid 2 introduces new worlds and threats to test your tower placement strategies. With a bold new look, a compelling single-player campaign, and the addition of new game modes, online player-versus-player and multiplayer co-op, every play-through brings fun new opportunities and challenges. DG2 comes with a story campaign featuring 21 stunning maps, dynamic level movement, an expanded story and cast of characters, hundreds of challenge mode experiences, new multiplayer modes, a procedurally driven audio score and the ability for players to build their own levels.

Slender: The Arrival ($9.99) [Xbox 360]
You?re on your own. No one to come for you. No one to help you. No one to hear you scream. Slender: The Arrival is the official video game adaptation of Slender Man, re-created from Mark Hadley?s original nerve-shattering sensation. Developed in collaboration with Blue Isle Studios, The Arrival features a brand new storyline, improved visuals, great replay value, and most importantly, survival horror at its best.