Today marks 17 years since the launch of Wing Commander Arena for the Xbox 360! It was a small labor of love by a tiny New York studio called Gaia Industries with support from EA Vancouver. The game pioneered a new generation of digital releases for the Xbox Live Marketplace. Despite the many limitations created by this new mode of distribution, Arena was a stunning pioneer with 16-player multiplayer, high definition graphics and expansive lore packed in anywhere it would fit. And it's available for just THREE MORE DAYS!
Microsoft will be shuttering its Xbox 360 store on Monday, July 29. The game will remain playable on the 360 console after that, but you need to acquire your copy by then. Pick it up directly through the console or on the web here. It's only $0.99! Find more valuable info in LOAF's Arena End of Life FAQ here.
