Second coming of U.S. Navy SEALs

Sony Computer Entertainment America has today announced that SOCOM II: U.S. Navy SEALs has shipped to stores across North America. The third-person action game, which was developed by Zipper Interactive, was created in association with Naval Special Warfare Command and sees players assuming the role of an elite SEAL commander charged with protecting America across 12 single-player missions.

"In addition to launching a global franchise, SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs demonstrates the demand and driving force behind online gaming," said Ami Blaire, director of product marketing, Sony Computer Entertainment America. "SOCOM II: U.S. Navy SEALs further expands the franchise with 22 playable maps, the addition of new communication and chat features, as well as all new weapons and armaments, reaffirming its role as the online game of choice."

In addition to the single-player campaign, SOCOM II features 22 online missions with support for up to 16 players. For more information on SOCOM II: U.S. Navy SEALs, check out our full review of the game.