SOE Announces PS3 Launch Title: Untold Legends Dark Kingdom [Archive]

Raijinn

03-16-2006, 01:34 AM

SONY ONLINE ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES PLAYSTATION®3 ANTICIPATED LAUNCH TITLE UNTOLD LEGENDS™ DARK KINGDOM™ <DIV style="BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-RIGHT: 0in; BORDER-TOP: medium none; PADDING-LEFT: 0in; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0in; MARGIN-LEFT: 0.25in; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; MARGIN-RIGHT: 0in; PADDING-TOP: 0in; BORDER-BOTTOM: windowtext 1pt solid; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid windowtext .5pt"> <H1 style="BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-RIGHT: 0in; BORDER-TOP: medium none; PADDING-LEFT: 0in; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0in; MARGIN: 12pt 0in 3pt; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; PADDING-TOP: 0in; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none; TEXT-ALIGN: center; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in" align=center> - <NAMESPACE ns="http://www.lithium.com/unique/URI" prefix="st1"><PLACE><PLACENAME>Dark</PLACENAME> <PLACETYPE>Kingdom</PLACETYPE></PLACE> Takes the Top Selling Un<PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME>ld Legends Franchise <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME> the Next Generation of Game Consoles- <NAMESPACE ns="http://www.lithium.com/unique/URI" prefix="o"></H1></DIV> <PLACE><CITY><STOCKTICKER>SAN</STOCKTICKER> DIEGO</CITY>, <STATE>Calif.</STATE></PLACE> – <DATE Year="2006" Day="15" Month="3">March 15, 2006</DATE> – Sony Online Entertainment, a global leader in the online gaming industry announced <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME>day Un<PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME>ld Legends™ Dark Kingdom™ as an anticipated launch title for the PlayStation®3. <STOCKTICKER>SOE</STOCKTICKER> is the publisher and developer of the game, which will be the first foray of the best-selling Un<PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME>ld Legends brand on<PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME> the next generation of PlayStation game platforms. “<PLACE><PLACENAME>Dark</PLACENAME> <PLACETYPE>Kingdom</PLACETYPE></PLACE> will set the standard for next-gen action-RPGs through high-definition graphics, brilliant SFX, 7.1 audio and physics-based gameplay for a completely immersive experience,” said <PERSONNAME>Michael</PERSONNAME> Lustenberger, Vice President, Marketing. “<PLACE><PLACENAME>Dark</PLACENAME> <PLACETYPE>Kingdom</PLACETYPE></PLACE> will also feature online gameplay with the ability <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME> adventure alone or with your friends through multiplayer modes as well as delivering content post launch through the PlayStation 3 system’s online service.” <PLACE><PLACENAME>Dark</PLACENAME> <PLACETYPE>Kingdom</PLACETYPE></PLACE> will be utilizing the powerful PlayStation 3 Cell processors for unique physics-based game mechanics including audio, visual and FXs. Players will be able <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME> fully interact with the environments by breaking or smashing objects, or even using NPCs as living, unwilling weapons. Players will choose from one of three unique characters and be able <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME> unlock spells and abilities, as well as collect unique weapons, armor and other items throughout the game. Other next-gen features include support for high definition formats up <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME> 1080p, highly detailed graphics, digital surround sound, high resolution textures and detailed character models. For the epic s<PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME>ryline of <PLACE><PLACENAME>Dark</PLACENAME> <PLACETYPE>Kingdom</PLACETYPE></PLACE>, SOE engaged renowned fantasy author Keith Baker, writer of several best-selling Dungeons and Dragons and Star Wars novels. In <PLACE><PLACENAME>Dark</PLACENAME> <PLACETYPE>Kingdom</PLACETYPE></PLACE>, players have loyally served the king, yet have reason <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME> believe he is being corrupted by dark forces. Sensing distrust, the king sends some of his military off <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME> quell an uprising in the barbaric borderlands. After returning home, players find the land a horribly changed place. It is revealed that the king is responsible for <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME>rturing and killing many innocent people, and now players must battle through forests, caverns, villages and the palace, all the while betraying the king in order <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME> save the kingdom! Key features in <PLACE><PLACENAME>Dark</PLACENAME> <PLACETYPE>Kingdom</PLACETYPE></PLACE> include: <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 12pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Next-Gen HD Graphics: Experience next-gen graphics in true high-definition formats up <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME> 1080p. Watch as the fantasy unfolds through vibrant environments, beautifully rendered characters, highly-detailed creatures, and intense battles filled with engaging combat, magical spells and brilliant SFX. <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 12pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">All-new RPG Action Combat: Unique physics-based game mechanics will give the heroes of <PLACE><PLACENAME>Dark</PLACENAME> <PLACETYPE>Kingdom</PLACETYPE></PLACE> the ability <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME> tear through environments and defeat enemies in all-new ways. Knock enemies against walls and watch them bounce <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME> the ground. Smash through crates, pillars and boxes <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME> clear a way through the environment. Or grab NPCs and use them as living, unwilling weapons. <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 12pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Epic s<PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME>ryline: Immerse yourself in an intriguing storyline as you seek <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME> end an evil king’s reign of oppression that he has bes<PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME>wed upon your fellow citizens – all <PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME>ld through in-game dialog and scripted cut sequences. <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 12pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Engaging combat: Take complete control of every battle by using chained melee attacks, or an array of spells and special abilities acquired along your journey. <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 12pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">In-depth character progression: Choose from three distinctly different characterclass combinations and unlock new spells and abilities as you adventure! Collect hundreds of armor, weapons and other items that will aid your hero on their perilous journey! <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 12pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Co-op and internet modes: Adventure alone or with your friends with a full range of multiplayer support. <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 12pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Challenging puzzles: Solve environmental puzzles as you explore multiple levels of game play.</LI></UL> For more information please visit <A href="http://www.uldarkkingdom.com/" target=_blank>www.uldarkkingdom.com</A> About Sony Online Entertainment Sony Online Entertainment Inc. (<STOCKTICKER>SOE</STOCKTICKER>), a subsidiary of Sony Pictures Digital Inc., is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games, with hundreds of thousands of subscribers around the globe. <STOCKTICKER>SOE</STOCKTICKER> creates, develops and provides compelling entertainment for the personal computer, online, game console and wireless markets. Known for its blockbuster franchises and hit titles including EverQuest®, EverQuest® II, Champions of Norrath®, Untold Legends™, and PlanetSide®, as well as for developing Star Wars Galaxies™: An Empire Divided™, <STOCKTICKER>SOE</STOCKTICKER> continues to redefine the business of online gaming and the creation of active player communities while introducing new genres on various entertainment platforms. Headquartered in <PLACE><CITY>San Diego</CITY>, <STATE>CA</STATE></PLACE>, with additional development studios in <PLACE><CITY>Austin</CITY>, <STATE>TX</STATE></PLACE>, <PLACE><CITY>Seattle</CITY>, <STATE>WA</STATE></PLACE>, and <COUNTRY-REGION><PLACE>Taiwan</PLACE></COUNTRY-REGION>, <STOCKTICKER>SOE</STOCKTICKER> has an array of cutting-edge online games in development. <STOCKTICKER>SOE</STOCKTICKER> and the <STOCKTICKER>SOE</STOCKTICKER> logo are registered trademarks and Un<PERSONNAME>to</PERSONNAME>ld Legends and Dark Kingdom are trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Message Edited by Raijinn Thunderguard on 03-15-2006 12:38 PM