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Saturday, February 23, 2008

CDV USA Video Game AGEOD's American Civil War


cdv Software Entertainment USA, a leading publisher of strategy gaming titles in North America, today announced a publishing agreement for AGEOD’s American Civil War: 1861-1865 – The Blue and the Gray. Previously only available to North American consumers via limited digital distribution, AGEOD's American Civil War - The Blue and the Gray will allow players to re-enact key battles of the American Civil War in a detailed and historically accurate setting. For more information, please visit http://www.cdvus.com.

AGEOD’s American Civil War: 1861-1865 – The Blue and the Gray is a historical war game that places players at the head of the United States or the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War (1861-1865). Players take on the roles of military and political leaders trying to lead their factions to military, political or economic victory during five historic years that divided the nation. Players must organize their military forces, all while managing supply and morale as they plan actions over land, sea and by rail. The game consists of challenging scenarios, campaigns and grand campaigns, all played out on the largest American Civil War map ever created for a game.

Strategy gaming fans will face a daunting challenge in this historically authentic title created by Philippe Thibaut, renowned designer of the award-winning Europa Universalis, Pax Romana and Birth of America.

Street Gangs launches on Wii virtual console


Take On The Street This Week With Virtual Console

Get ready to street fight this week as Street Gangs™ launches on Virtual Console. Follow high school students Alex and Ryan on their quest across River City to rescue Ryan’s girlfriend, Cyndi, from a gang hideout at River City High. This urgent journey sees them battle student groups such as the ‘Frat Boys’ and ‘Jocks’ and take on mini-bosses who get in their way. First released on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991, this beat ‘em up role playing combo allows players to move freely around the screen executing an array of street fighting moves. Collect cash from defeated gang members to buy improved abilities and special items such as new shoes, books and health snacks! Only for the truly tough, Street Gangs™ is available on this week’s Virtual Console for 500 Wii Points.

If you’re in the mood for something more tropical this week, venture into treacherous territory as Adventure Island™ comes to Virtual Console! First seen on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992, this side-scrolling, action-packed title sees players lured onto the dangerous Adventure Island. In the role of Master Higgins, whose girlfriend has been kidnapped by a treacherous Witch Doctor, players must carefully navigate perilous forests and monster infested caves. Grabbing items as they travel around the island to top up decreasing energy levels, players must call upon all their skill and chart their way through eight exciting worlds! Not for the faint hearted, Adventure Island™ is available to download this week for 500 Wii Points.

Virtual Console offers users the ultimate retro gaming experience. This week’s titles join the list of 189 classic titles already available for Virtual Console in Europe.

IMPORT REAL LIFE SATELLITE MAPS AND CREATE SPECTACULAR CITIES WITH City Life 2008 Edition


City Life 2008 Edition Populates Stores Today

IMPORT REAL LIFE SATELLITE MAPS AND CREATE SPECTACULAR CITIES WITH FAMOUS LANDMARKS

City Life 2008 Edition, the latest version of the popular City Life series is released today by Ascaron. Design, build and maintain magnificent cities, importing real life satellite maps and famous landmarks to create an urban paradise.

The game features a variety of environments on which to base each city. Build residences, industries and businesses and watch the population grow. With total freedom of construction, there are limitless options for designing an entirely new civilisation and watching it thrive. Get it wrong and it could self-destruct.

A successful city is built on a balanced economy with happy citizens. To achieve this, all six sociocultural groups must be attracted to the city, from the wealthy ‘Elite’ to the impoverished ‘Have-Nots’. Make sure all six groups live in harmony to avoid violent clashes. Use the 360° camera rotation and zoom functions to dive into a city and walk its streets, observing the inhabitants and their daily dramas.

Ensure there are essential local services for the citizens by building industries for employment as well as ample recreational areas for leisure time. Environments also have to be safe and free from pollution so watch the location of industries and provide plenty of police stations. A clean and safe environment will make a city run smoothly. Unhappiness will only lead to violence and discord.

Fast facts:
Publisher: Ascaron Entertainment
Web: www.Ascaron.com
Developer: Monte Cristo
Release date: 22nd February 2008
RRP: £19.99
PEGI: 7+
Format: PC
Genre: Simulation

RUN YOUR OWN TV CHANNEL AND EXPERIENCE THE WORLD OF SHOWBUSINESS WITH TV GIANT


TV Giant Released Today!

RUN YOUR OWN TV CHANNEL AND EXPERIENCE THE WORLD OF SHOWBUSINESS WITH TV GIANT

TV Giant, the PC game that allows you to experience an exciting career in the world of television, is available to buy in stores today.

An opportunity has arisen to become the boss of a brand new television channel, and TV Giant is looking for the right person to take on this important role. The job is challenging, and requires important decisions to be made, strong management skills and a creative approach to a fast moving industry.

Have you got what it takes?

Job requirements include hiring and firing presenters, planning the program schedule, creating new programs, managing advertisements and improving viewing figures. The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in broadcast media, a strict approach to poor quality programming and presenting, possess a wide knowledge of what the viewing public wants, and a competitive attitude to rival traditional television companies.

As the boss, you must make certain your channel is everyone’s favourite. Your choices must keep the audience happy and the viewing figures high. Whatever you decide, make sure rival channels don’t steal your popularity and your viewing public. If you lose the ratings war you will lose your job. Welcome to show business!

If you think you’re up to the job, visit www.tvgiant-thegame.com to find out more.


Fast facts:
Publisher: Ascaron Entertainment (UK) / Nobilis
Web: www.tvgiant-thegame.com
Developer: Nobilis
Release date: 22nd February 2008
Price: £19.99
PEGI: 3+
Format: PC
Genre: Simulation

Imperium Romanum and AGON The Lost Sword of Toledo now live


Imperium Romanum and AGON The Lost Sword of Toledo now live

GamersGate announced today that Imperium Romanum and AGON The Lost Sword of Toledo are now live and available for direct download on GamersGate.

Imperium Romanum is the much-awaited sequel to best seller Glory of the Roman Empire. In the game, players will take on the role of a governor of a Roman province and strive to build a well-organised, prosperous and commanding settlement.

Features include:
- History mode with timeline, where missions are based on real events and locations
- Interactive mission mode: the players activate the goals when they choose
- Improved battle system where players commands their own armies
- Player-constructible bridges, fortifications, walls, towers and gates
- Introduction of currency, crime, historically accurate buildings, natural disasters, and siege machines
- New interface design, and improved economy and overview dialogues

The Lost Sword of Toledo is the second game and 4th episode in the AGON adventure series. It follows the quest of Prof. Samuel Hunt as he gets entangled in a complex hunt for the Lost Sword of Toledo. Help him solve the mystery as he's confronted by mysteries, family revenge, black magic, lost bets, thrilling intrigues and much more.

Read more about Imperium Romanum: http://www.gamersgate.com/index.php?page=product&what=view&sku=DD-IR

Read more about AGON The Lost Sword of Toledo: http://www.gamersgate.com/index.php?page=product&what=view&sku=DD-TOLEDO

To find out more about GamersGate, please go to http://www.gamersgate.com or contact pr@gamersgate.com.