Microsoft has been quietly building MechAssault 2, a deeper sequel to its arcade-style vertical tank game for Xbox. Players will inhabit more than just a 'mech; they can move around outside their armored fighting machines and interact with non-player characters. With the aid of tank-less BattleArmor, players can fight infantry, scale structures and even jack 'Mechs and other vehicles. Xbox Live features include this new in-tank/out-of-tank play dynamic and an all-new clan system. The best news: The game is slated to ship in time for the holidays. Now, if they would only let you play with that giant Steel Battalion controller...
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