On the heels of its release in Japan, Konami announced new details and screenshots for Otomedius Excellent, coming to Xbox 360 later this year. Sequel to the Japan-exclusive hit Otomedius Gorgeous, Otomedius Excellent brings the side-scrolling shooter action made popular by its predecessor to North America for the first time. Also included are local  and online multi-player, new artwork and a pulsating soundtrack.

Check out screens HERE.

Key Features Include:

* Classic Gradius-style gameplay gets a stunning update. Experience 2D side-scrolling shoot-em-up gameplay like never before.
* Brilliant graphics and an excellent soundtrack. Environments are rendered in hi definition and complemented by thrilling music.
* Lovely characters to pilot through an expanded world. Choose from nine characters on-disc to battle through all-new stages of thrilling shmup action!
* Three's company! Team up with a friend or two over Xbox Live Arcade or on one  Xbox 360 to have help obtaining hard-to-get items!
* Eye-popping Gallery mode. View your unlocked stills and graphics in a new Gallery that grows as you progress through the game.