Xbox 360 - GripShift Up for Grabs via XBLM

Just a couple of days ago, Sierra Online was letting the world know that two of their most popular titles were set to hit the Xbox LIVE as downloadables, each going for 800 Microsoft points. The two games are Arcadian Warriors and of course, Sierra's famous racing-puzzler, featuring online game modes, GripShift. Both have gone LIVE today so, as an Xbox 360 owner with an Internet connection you can opt for one of the two right now.

As mentioned within older Sierra Online reports, GripShift features both single-player and multiplayer game modes - two of them to be more precise. As far as the visual and audio experience go, everything is top notch, so if you like how GripShift sounds already, 800 Microsoft Points is all you need to get it via Xbox LIVE, under the Games tab on the XBLA Dashboard.

"Bringing GripShift to the Xbox LIVE Arcade gives a whole new audience the chance to experience some frantic racing fun," said Mario Wynands, Managing Director of Sidhe Interactive. "We think 360 owners will get a lot for their money with this game, as it offers a ton of content which can be played repeatedly for those who are intent on topping the leaderboards."

Not convinced it's a must-have title for your collection of Xbox LIVE Arcade games? Very well then, maybe the GripShift facts below will change your mind:

-Fresh Single Player Experience: 120 Challenge Mode levels with multiple objectives test your physical and mental reflexes as you race your way across vast Desert, Ice, Jungle and Horror themed worlds

-The Complete Xbox LIVE Experience: Build up your Gamerscore by collecting an assortment of achievements, or contest the #1 slot on the TrueSkill™ Leaderboards

-Two Manic Multiplayer Modes: Compete in four player online mayhem in Race Mode or frag friends and strangers during intense Deathmatch arena battles. Compete across 25 race tracks and 20 Deathmatch arenas to find out who is the true master of speed and destruction

-Bring the Pain: Gain the competitive edge and devastate your foes with an assortment of weapons and powerups. Master the Goo Gun, DeathRay, Flaming Shield, Jump Gun, TNT and other weapons to dominate the field

-Upgraded HD 3D Visuals: The world of GripShift comes alive with enhanced 3D HD graphics rendered at 720p 60fps with FSAA, including stunning lighting, realtime shadows and dynamic visual effects

Sidhe Interactive (the developer) has also confirmed a bunch of things along with the game's release, such as a list of Xbox LIVE achievements and two new GripShift trailers, showing fly-throughs of two intense Challenge courses.

Here's the game's official website for more information. Have fun!