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FOR
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
KONAMI
SETS THE TONE FOR 2001 WITH PREVIEW OF HOT Q1/Q2 ACTION TITLES AT 1ST ANNUAL
GAMERS DAY
Konami
Reveals Zone of the Enders, Ring of Red, Shadow of Destiny, Monster Force,
Dance Dance Revolution, and The Mummy
KONAMI
GAMERS DAY, SAN FRANCISCO ‹ December 7, 2000 Konami of America, Inc.
today held its "1st Annual Gamers Day" to offer the enthusiast press
corps a preview of the companys stellar action line-up for 2001. The event
featured a diverse roster of titles from all genres including action,
adventure, horror, arcade and music. Specifically, the titles shown were: Zone
of the Enders, a dynamic and graceful mech battle game from famed producer
Hideo Kojima; Ring of Red, an innovative tactical strategy game set in
post-WWII Japan; Shadow of Destiny, a unique adventure game where players
travel back in time to prevent their own murder; Monster Force, an
action/adventure game featuring kid-versions of Universal Studios famous
classic monsters; Dance Dance Revolution, the hit arcade dancing game brought
for the first time to US homes; and the introduction of The Mummy on Sega
Dreamcast.
Konami
also revealed a glimpse at the Q3/Q4 line-up by unveiling new information
about their high-profile Q3/Q4 titles and with a sneak peak at Silent Hill 2 a
macabre adventure set to raise the benchmark of fear within the horror genre.
A
brief synopsis of each title follows in order of launch date:
Dance
Dance Revolution
Release
date: February 2001
Genre:
Music Platform: Sony PlayStation®
The
first real dance simulation game that combines fun, excitement, dance
competition, choreography and a high-energy workout. The game showcases a wide
variety of high-energy music including hip-hop, techno, drum OEn bass, and
pop. A special dance pad peripheral will also be offered to recreate the
arcade experience.
Shadow
of Destiny
Release
date: March 2001
Genre:
Adventure Platform: Sony PlayStation®2
Shadow
of Destiny is an inventive game that offers players the ability to change
history through time travel in order to prevent the lead characters murder.
Monster
Force
Release
date: March 2001
Genre:
Action/Adventure Platform: Sony PlayStation® and PC CD-ROM
The
chills and thrills that built Universal Studios classic horror franchise are
reproduced in Monster Force, where kid versions of Frankenstein, Dracula, and
The Wolf Man use their "fright-marish" abilities to restore order
and balance to the Land of Monsters.
Ring
of Red
Release
date: March 2001
Genre:
Strategy Platform: PlayStation®2
Storming
onto store shelves in 2001 is this revolutionary war simulation set in an
alternate-reality of 1960s Japan. The stunningly animated battles in Ring of
Red blend in-depth tactical strategy and real-time battle action with colossal
mechs and supporting infantry units.
The
Mummy
Release
date: March 2001
Genre:
Action/Adventure
Platform:
Sega Dreamcast
Relive
the action-packed theatrical experience of the Mummy in your own living room.
Journey back to the City of the Dead, playing as the films hero, Rick
OConnell in search of the unimaginable and beautiful treasures.
A
note to parents: The 1999 motion picture "The Mummy" is rated PG-13.
Consult www.filmratings.com for
further information.
Zone
of Enders
Release
date: March 2001
Genre:
Action Platform: Sony PlayStation®2
Headlining
the Q1 2001 line-up is Zone of Enders, a fast paced robot combat game from
Hideo Kojima, the renowned creator of Metal Gear Solid. As young Leo, players
take control of a fully armed prototype mechanized robot to fight enemies
during a space colony hijack. Combining amazing PlayStation®2 graphics,
myriad weapons and a gripping story line, Zone of the Enders will arrive at
retail in April.
Silent
Hill 2
Release
date: August 2001
Genre:
Horror Platform: Sony PlayStation®2 I
n
Silent Hill 2, players assume the role of James, who receives a cryptic letter
from his wife beckoning him to meet her in Silent Hill, a place that holds
great meaning for them. The letter scares and confuses James his wife has
been dead for three years. The action begins when the mystery of the letter
compels him to return to the surreal horror and all too real danger in Silent
Hill.
About
Konami
Konami
is a leading developer, publisher and manufacturer of electronic entertainment
properties, specializing in the home video game market. Konami’s action and
adventure titles include the popular franchises Metal Gear Solid, Silent Hill
and Castlevania, among other top sellers. In addition, the company has an
agreement with ESPN to develop and publish sports games. The latest
information about Konami can be found on the Web at www.konami.com.
Konami Co., Ltd. is a publicly traded company based in Tokyo, Japan with
subsidiary offices, Konami of America, Inc. in the US and Konami of Europe in
Frankfurt, Germany.
About
Universal Interactive Studios
Universal
Interactive Studios produces electronic entertainment for current and next
generation game consoles and PC platforms based on Universal Studios
character, movie, and television franchises and original content.
Universal
Interactive Studios is a division of Universal Studios (www.universalstudios.com),
a diversified entertainment company and a worldwide leader in motion pictures,
television, home and location based entertainment. Universal Studios is a unit
of The Seagram Company Ltd., a global entertainment and beverage company.
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Force ™ & 2001 Universal Interactive Studios, Inc. Licensed by
Universal Studios Licensing, Inc. "Woody Woodpecker Racing" 2000
Universal Interactive Studios, Inc. Licensed by Universal Studios Licensing.
"The Mummy" interactive game 2000 Universal Interactive Studios,
Inc. Universal Studios. Licensed by Universal Studios Licensing, Inc.
Developed by Rebellion Interactive Limited. Published and distributed by
Konami Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Konami is a registered trademark of
Konami Co., Ltd. 2000/2001 Konami of America, Inc. PlayStation and
PlayStation logos are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment
Inc. Dreamcast is a trademark of Sega America, Inc. All other trademarks are
properties of their respective owners.
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