E3 Marks the Debut of Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend, Hitman: Blood Money and
Commandos Strike Force Among Other New Titles
SAN FRANCISCO, April 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Eidos plc
(Nasdaq: EIDSY), one of the world's leading publishers and developers of
entertainment software, today announces four of its key titles to be unveiled
at this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles, California
on May 18-20, 2005. Eidos games will be featured by exclusive appointment
only.
"E3 2005 marks the unveiling of the latest installments of three of the
industry's most successful franchises in addition to a first glimpse of two of
the most iconic characters, Lara Croft and Agent 47," said Paul Baldwin, Vice
President of Marketing, Eidos. "The Tomb Raider, Hitman and Commandos
franchises make highly anticipated returns featuring new engines and
dramatically enhanced gameplay features. Additionally, Eidos will be
presenting 25 To Life the first to market urban shooter featuring timeless
Cops and Robbers gameplay."
Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend
Video gaming's leading lady returns backed by an all new developer,
engine, look and gameplay. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend is grounded in the
series' tomb raiding roots and built to challenge even the most accomplished
serial adventurer. Eidos and Crystal Dynamics shaped Lara's look and movements
to be an inherent extension of her skills, motivation and personality. An
arsenal of modern equipment, such as a magnetic grappling device, binoculars,
frag grenades, personal lighting device and communications equipment, allows
gamers to experience tomb raiding as never before. New character animations
and controls allow her to move through stunning environments with grace and
precision, while an understanding of the game's original appeal reinvigorates
the fundamental explore-and-solve adventure experience. Tomb Raider: Legend is
slated for release on the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system,
Windows PC and the Xbox(R) video game system from Microsoft.
Hitman: Blood Money
The world's deadliest assassin, Agent 47, is back and this time he's paid
in cold, hard cash. How the money is spent will affect his passage through the
game and the weapons at his disposal, resulting in a unique gameplay
experience for each player. In Hitman: Blood Money, Agent 47 finds himself in
the midst of a war between two rival contract agencies. When assassins from
his contract agency, the ICA, are systematically eliminated in a series of
hits, it seems a larger, more powerful agency has entered the fray. Suddenly,
Agent 47 loses contact with the ICA. Sensing that he may be the next target,
he travels to America where he attempts to carry on with business as usual.
Powered by a new version of IO-Interactive's stunning Glacier engine,
Hitman: Blood Money will deliver the most brutal and realistic simulation of
the life of a merciless assassin. The game will be available on the
PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system, Windows PC and the Xbox(R)
video game system from Microsoft.
25 To Life
25 To Life is an urban action third person shooter and the first true cops
and robbers game to hit the market. Players choose their side and delve into
intense online gameplay for up to 16 players, as well as a rich single player
experience. Witness the gritty lifestyles of police task forces or strive to
survive as a criminal fighting your way out of the streets. Players can fully
customize their own law enforcement or criminal characters with the latest
gear and take them online to battle for their turf in an array of different
play modes. Urban youth culture veteran, P. Frank Williams lends his talents
to 25 To Life with his involvement in writing not only the game's deep single
player story, but also all in-game dialogue. As an internationally recognized
journalist, TV producer, author and commentator, P. Frank Williams brings a
level of legitimacy to 25 To Life that is essential for an authentic urban
experience. The game will be available for the PlayStation(R)2 computer
entertainment system, the Xbox(R) video game system from Microsoft and the
Windows PC.
Commandos Strike Force
In a new direction for the multi-million selling series, Commandos Strike
Force takes you right into the heart of the action from a first person
perspective. Gamers will take control of the three members of the Strike
Force unit, each with their own play style. Switch between the Green Beret,
always at the heart of the action with his expertise in combat and the use of
heavy weaponry; the Sniper with his nerves of steel and expert marksmanship;
and the Spy, stealthily striking at the heart of the enemy. However, it is
your choice how you execute plans of attack by using the Commandos' unique
skills. Set in war torn Europe amid the backdrop of World War II, you must
take your highly trained group on a series of daring missions, deep behind
enemy lines in France, Norway and Russia. Taking control of a Nazi-occupied
town, freeing French Resistance prisoners and kidnapping a general are a few
of the large range of missions. In addition to a compelling single player
campaign, the game features a variety of online multiplayer modes.
Contact Information:
Eidos, Inc (North America)
Michelle Seebach Curran
Kjell Vistad
Loretta Stevens
415-547-1200
pr@eidos.com
Double Forte (Consumer Media Contact)
Heather Hawkins
415-863-4900, ext. 204
hhawkins@double-forte.com
About Eidos
Eidos plc is one of the world's leading publishers and developers of
entertainment software. Eidos develops and publishes a diverse mix of titles
for the PC, PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system, Nintendo
GameCube(TM) and the Xbox(R) video game system from Microsoft. For more
information on Eidos and its products visit http://www.eidos.com .
*"PlayStation" and the "PS" Family logo are registered trademarks of Sony
Computer Entertainment Inc.
*Xbox is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
SOURCE Eidos Interactive
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CONTACT:
Eidos, Inc (North America), Michelle Seebach
Curran, Kjell Vistad, or Loretta Stevens, +1-415-547-1200, or
pr@eidos.com; or Heather Hawkins of Double Forte PR,
+1-415-863-4900, ext. 204, or hhawkins@double-forte.com, for
Eidos, Inc
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