Ex Zeus announced for PS2

Metro3D has today announced that it will publish Ex Zeus in Europe during the second quarter of this year. The PlayStation 2-exclusive action game, which started out as an arcade title, is set in the year 2102 and will see players at the controls of one of three different mechs attempting to save Earth from an alien invasion.

Each of the three mechs in the game will have different strengths and weaknesses as far as speed, firepower, and shield protection are concerned, and players will have the option to upgrade their chosen mech at shops and garages as they progress through the game. Ex Zeus will feature a total of six levels, approximately 12 different types enemy, and five bosses to beat.

Ex Zeus is expected to carry a budget price tag of 19.99 pounds ($35) when it arrives in Europe. No North American release has been confirmed at this time, but we'll bring you more information on the game as soon as it becomes available.