2012 Xbox 360 Exclusive Available for Free for 24 Hours

2012 saw an impressive lineup of games that graced the Xbox 360 initially (and later expanded to other platforms), one of which is currently being offered for free as part of a new promotion. In retrospect, I can’t help but reminisce about the exciting releases of that year: Call of Duty: Black Ops II, Mass Effect 3, The Walking Dead, Far Cry 3, Borderlands 2, Halo 4, Dishonored, XCOM: Enemy Unknown, Fire Emblem Awakening, New Super Mario Bros. 2, Journey, Guild Wars 2, Forza Horizon, and Assassin’s Creed III. Reflecting on the gaming landscape of 2012, while it didn’t quite reach the pinnacle of all-time great years, it certainly was not a sluggish year with numerous notable releases to its credit.

In 2012, a game named Sine Mora slipped by many without notice. This game was developed by Digital Reality and Grasshopper Manufacture. Classified as a shoot ’em up, Sine Mora debuted on March 21, 2012, exclusively for Xbox 360. On Metacritic, it garnered an impressive score of 85. To help understand the significance of this rating, if Sine Mora were to be released this year with the same score, it would currently rank among the top 20 highest-rated games of the year.

From now until May 29, Amazon Prime members through Prime Gaming have the opportunity to replay this 13-year-old classic, but not in its original form. The version available for free play is the 2017 extended edition, which was created for platforms that were popular at that time.

Sine Mora EX is an exhilarating side-scrolling shooter game that offers a fresh twist, as time plays a crucial role in determining success. This game combines traditional shooter elements with modern aesthetics to create a visually stunning experience for players. The Story Mode presents an outlandish narrative, while the Arcade Mode delivers challenging, engaging gameplay tailored to hardcore fans of the genre. In Sine Mora EX, you’ll find numerous ways to control time and over 50 unique weapon configurations to conquer each stunning level, which adjusts in difficulty based on your skill level. The game also boasts a captivating soundtrack by Akira Yamaoka and boss designs by Mahiro Maeda.

For individuals who have an Amazon Prime subscription and choose to avail of the free game offer, they should anticipate a gaming session that typically spans between 2 to 5 hours. However, if you’re a completionist, be prepared to spend around 15 hours with the game. Usually, non-Prime members would need to pay $10 for this gaming experience.

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2025-05-28 12:39