March 28, 2006
4HEAD Studios™ gear up for the
making of "Beowulf"
4HEAD Studios™, the game
development house behind the acclaimed The Guild series, have joined forces with
3D-IO to work on the next-generation console game Beowulf.
Beowulf is a AAA video game that is
currently under development by a joint venture of leading European entertainment
software companies. In addition to 4HEAD (
www.4head.de ), the initiative is
comprised of art and animation studio 3D-IO
www.3d-io.com and other
partners.
Tobias Severin, CEO at 4HEAD
Studios, is enthusiastic about the project: "We are thrilled to be providing our
experience and workforce to this amazing new title. Our workflow and toolchain
have been tailored specifically for large-scale productions such as this, and
our team has proven that it can deliver great action adventure game experiences.
We look forward to bringing the Beowulf franchise to next-generation gaming
platforms.
Igor Posavec, Art Director at 3D-IO,
is convinced of the synergy effects that the collaboration yields: "3D-IO is
renowned for its unique artistic style, and is specialized on delivering
stunning 3D graphics of the highest quality. Partnering with 4HEAD allows our
own tech department to focus on next generation visual effects and graphics.
This partnership is an ideal match of skills and will allow us to significantly
boost the overall production output, and thus the scale and appeal of the game.
Gustaf Stechmann, Producer and
Creative Director of Beowulf, is equally positive about the partnership:
"Beowulf is an exceptionally strong license and has the potential to make quite
a splash on next-generation platforms. With 4HEAD and 3D-IO, we have brought two
of the most talented teams in the industry together, in order to develop this
game to its maximum potential.
Beowulf is a combat-driven action
adventure game set in the realms of nordic mythology. It tells the story of a
daring hero, Beowulf, and his adventures in the times of the early viking age.
The innovative new fighting system and the exceptional story and characters make
this game a must-have for action adventure enthusiasts.
Beowulf is currently being offered
for publishing. The game’s website at
www.beowulfgame.com
offers a host of material and background information.
BEOWULF is the great masterpiece of
Anglo-Saxon literature. Dating back to the 6th century AD, this saga faithfully
captures the archaic spirit of the early viking age. It can rightfully claim to
be the ancestor of modern-day "Sword & Sorcery" and served as source of
inspiration for many fantasy stories and novels, including J.R.R. Tolkien’s "The
Lord of The Rings".
The BEOWULF video game builds upon
the original story and characters. You are Beowulf, the legendary warrior.
BEOWULF is a third person action adventure with real time combat. Explore the
northlands, fight enemies both natural and supernatural, and prove your worth
among the heroes of the ancient north.
The extraordinary appeal of the
BEOWULF video game lies in its innovative fighting system that builds upon
authentic techniques of medieval sword fencing. The game offers a unique mixture
of adventure and beat-em-up elements. Powered by cutting-edge 3D technology and
featuring a unique visual design, BEOWULF brings to new life the northern world
of ancient times.
