Sample of Stunning Strategy Game Now Available on Gigex
BOSTON, MA — December 7, 2001 — Fishtank Interactive, a division of Ravensburger Interactive, announced today the expanded release of the public demo version for Nival Interactive's unique 3D turn-based strategy game, "Etherlords™." Called "the most successful attempt to combine the power of computer graphics with the dynamics of collectible card games" by GameSpot, the game has met with critical acclaim since its release last month. "Etherlords" is currently available at all major retail stores.
The demo is now available at
Gigex.
About the "Etherlords" Demo
The newly released version of the demo allows players to enjoy the duel player mode. The duel multiplayer mode will familiarize players with the intricate logic and tactical scope of the full version of the game by providing numerous ready-to-use, well-balanced spell books. The "Etherlords" demo version also features heroes and magic of the two rival races - the belligerent Chaots and the powerful Vitals. The entire magic scope of the four races and a large-scale strategic campaign for supremacy over the World of the Lords awaits in the full version of "Etherlords."
System Requirements
- PC, Windows 98/2000/ME, DirectX 7.0 or higher
- Pentium II 300 MHz
- 64 MB RAM
- AGP 3D accelerator with 8 MB RAM
- 4x CD-ROM
- Windows compatible sound card
- Mouse
- Screen resolution 800x6
- 1.4 GB hard disk space (another 500 MB recommended for save games and for the swap-file)
About "Etherlords"
A visually stunning game supported by a compelling story and distinctive design, "Etherlords" features a unique combat system that innovatively melds the best of trading-card gameplay and strategic resource management. Four magical races battle for supremacy in a fantasy world full of extravagant detail and realism. Players can choose from over 300 spells, each with its own amazing effects.
Key game features of "Etherlords" include:
- Over 300 magic spells with spectacular visual effects.
- Over 160 highly detailed monsters to engage in combat.
- Variety of elegant, personalized animations for each character and monster.
- Complex diplomacy system featuring long-term alliances and barter dealings.
- Diverse multiplayer options including cooperative mode and Internet rating system support.
- Internet and LAN play for up to eight players with a tailor-made dynamic combat system.
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For more information about "Etherlords" is available at www.etherlords.com.
About Fishtank Interactive
Fishtank Interactive is a worldwide publisher of PC and console based interactive games with offices in Munich and Ravensburg, Germany; Boston and Newton, New Hampshire USA and Paris, France. The company works with many of the most innovative and experienced game developers in Europe while expanding its development and publishing resources in North America. Fishtank Interactive is a trademark of Ravensburger Interactive Media, GmbH a wholly owned subsidiary of Ravensburger AG, Germany's largest manufacturer of puzzles and board games.
About Nival Interactive
Nival Interactive, a leading Russian game developer and publisher, is a privately held company targeting the international games market. Since the company's inception in 1996, Nival has been dedicated to creating unique titles with innovative gameplay. Past titles include original role-playing games like "Rage of Mages" series and "Evil Islands." A premier developer with 75 team members, Nival Interactive continues to challenge the world of interactive entertainment.
