Microsoft has released the Xbox 360 exclusive arcade-style space shooter Project Sylpheed to retail today. Published by Microsoft and Square Enix, Project Sylpheed is rated "T" for Teen and will be available at retailers in North America at the estimated retail price of $39.99.

Developed by Game Arts, developers of the original "Silpheed," and SETA Corporation, "Project Sylpheed" revitalizes the franchise from a side-scrolling arcade classic into a next-generation, intergalactic 3-D dogfight.

Gamers play as main character Katana Faraway in the immersive story line as they attempt to save the Terra Central Government (TCG) from the brink of chaos, against the evil ADAN alliance. Project Sylpheed features almost an hour of beautifully orchestrated cinematic cut-scenes between extreme battles where enemies can number in the thousands. Look for the game in stores beginning today.