Press release: 2000-05-11: MEDIEVAL MAYHEM ENSUES AS HEROES OF MIGHT AND MAGIC III DELIVERS A CRUSHING BLOW ONTO SEGA DREAMCAST
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Popular turn-based fantasy saga offers non-linear, quest based gameplay LOS ANGELES-- May 11, 2000)-- Ubi Soft® Entertainment and The 3DO Company have partnered up to deliver Heroes of Might and Magic® III for Sega Dreamcast™. Based on the popular turn-based strategy PC title, Heroes of Might and Magic III will cast players into endless sagas of conquests as they clash in this realm of medieval mysticism. Command Erathia’s greatest heroes and fiercest creatures as players fight alongside Queen Catherine to restore her family’s royal reign. In this world of sword and sorcery, players can hone their fighting and spell-casting skills in order to complete quests, fend off foes and gather new allies to bring the royal family back to its rightful glory. With an arsenal of formidable medieval weapons and an array of impressive creatures to command, Heroes of Might and Magic III will plunge gamers into adventure filled quests brought to life with beautiful high resolution artwork. State of the art technology delivers pre-rendered 3D game graphics and the smooth animation system supplies realistic combat animation to engage in intense action. Players will find the non-linear, quest based gameplay addictive with its complex campaigns, individual scenarios and deep gameplay. With an engrossing turn-based battle system and easily accessible menu, Heroes of Might and Magic III is sure to challenge even the most experienced gamers, as well as, provide novices with the ease of gameplay for hours on end. Availability, Pricing and Specifications: Platform: Sega Dreamcast Availability: Fall 2000 MSRP: $44.99 ESRB E (Everyone) Number of Players: 1 player mode The 3DO Company, headquartered in Redwood City, Calif., develops, publishes and distributes interactive entertainment software for personal computers, the Internet and advanced entertainment systems such as the PlayStation® game console and Nintendo® 64 console. 3DO markets and publishes its products worldwide under multiple brand names including Army Men™, BattleTanx™, Heroes of Might and Magic®, High Heat Baseball™, Might and Magic®, and Meridian 59™. More information about 3DO’s products can be found on the Internet at www.3do.com. Ubi Soft Entertainment is a global producer, publisher and international distributor of interactive entertainment products. A leading company in the industry, Ubi Soft's strong and diversified lineup has grown considerably. As well as developing original properties, Ubi Soft has also steadfastly partnered with several high-profile companies and is dedicated to delivering consumers with quality videogame titles while offering blockbuster franchises. Some of Ubi Soft's recent licenses include Disney, Warner Bros., DreamWorks and Sony Pictures. Founded in 1986, the company has offices in 18 countries including the United States, Canada, France, Germany and China and sells its products in a total of 52 countries. For more information about Ubi Soft, visit http://www.ubisoft.com or call 1-800-UBI-SOFT. Ubi Soft Entertainment Melanie Melton [email protected] Tel: (415)547-4065 http://www.ubisoft.com