Bright Lights, Big City… From Monte Cristo

CITY LIFE

BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG CITY… FROM
MONTE CRISTO

BASINGSTOKE, England (December 7th
2005) – Publishers MONTE CRISTO and DEEP SILVER commence construction on their
latest project, in the form of CITY LIFE. Releasing on PC CD ROM, City Life is a
modern day city building simulation, where players are able to create a
sprawling metropolis; governing millions of citizens, every decision impacting
upon their daily lives. Featuring a full 3D engine, City Life brings an
unprecedented level of detail and a high-level of animation to the ‘City
Builder’ genre. Priced at 29.99, city development will commence on APRIL 2006,
exclusively distributed by KOCH Media in the UK.

From elegant villas in residential
neighborhoods to imposing skyscrapers in the financial district, players design
and develop the city of their dreams. They have to provide comfort and
satisfaction for the citizens by offering them adequate leisure and
entertainment facilities, as well as work and access to education. It’s up to
the player to manage their city effectively, overseeing booming development
while at the same time regulating the very delicate issues of pollution and
traffic. Players must also ensure that the diverse communities share the city in
the best way possible to guarantee a peaceful and prosperous city.

City Life is an incredible city
builder, set in real-time 3D. Players construct awe inspiring megalopolises
thriving with life. The stunning 3D game engine, powers the incredibly realistic
visuals, which are full of life and energy. As the player sweeps amongst the
towering cityscape, watch the shadows lengthen as the day draws on, catch
building reflections in the mirrored windows of the financial district and see
the shimmering image of their construction as they stand at the waters edge.
Players can view the game from different non-isometric perspectives as the
camera can rotate in all directions; and zoom is fully supported all the way
into first-person view, to walk amongst the citizens of their thriving city.

Construction of CITY LIFE will
complete in time for the April 2006 unveiling.

FEATURES

CREATE A MODERN 21st CENTURY CITY –
As city planner, build the city of the future including residential, industrial,
municipal services, education, entertainment and a complete infrastructure
system.

MANAGE URBAN CULTURES – 6 distinct
cultures require the player’s attention, each with unique needs and attitudes.
From the affluent Elite class to the cornerstone of society, the working class.
Provide appropriate accommodation and entertainment to ensure harmony within the
city.

MONITOR THE EVOLUTION OF THE CITY –
track income and spending within the city. Understand the population – where
they work, how happy they are? Refine the infrastructure for maximum efficiency.

PLAY IN SANDBOX MODE – in over 20
predefined maps.

CREATE CUSTOM MAPS – using the
intuitive and highly detailed game editor.

STATE OF THE ART 3D ENGINE – Real
freedom of construction, not limited by the constraints of the orthogonal grid.
Zoom and pan the camera in all directions, even all the way down to street level
as a first person view.

Published by MONTE CRISTO & DEEP
SILVER and distributed exclusively by KOCH Media in UK and Germany. CITY LIFE is
set for launch APRIL 2006.