Eidos at Expo 2003

Posted: May 6th, 2003.

EIDOS INTERACTIVE PRESENTS ‘FULLY LOADED’ LINE-UP AT THE 2003 ELECTRONICS ENTERTAINMENT EXPO

Eidos Interactive, one of the world’s leading publishers and developers ofentertainment software, announces its groundbreaking console and PC gamesline-up for the upcoming 2003 Electronics Entertainment Expo held May 14-16 inLos Angeles, California. Eidos will feature several games in South Hall boothNo.824 including Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness for PlayStation2and PC, Backyard Wrestling: Don’t Try This at Home for PlayStation2 and Xbox,Deus Ex: Invisible War for Xbox and PC, Commandos 3: Destination Berlin for PCand Republic: The Revolution for the PC.

Click on the Amazon link above for more details on each title.

In addition, Eidos will debut several new titles at the show including IonStorm’s Thief, Crystal Dynamics’ Legacy of Kain: Defiance and Chain Gang; andThe Italian Job, based on the upcoming film release from Paramount Pictures.

“Eidos’ partnerships with companies such as Paramount, Sony, and Microsoft aretestament to the company’s capacity to create strong content that has massappeal across multiple entertainment mediums,” says Rob Dyer, president ofEidos Interactive, US. “Eidos’ fully loaded 2003 E3 lineup is animpressive combination of both groundbreaking content and industry-leadingtechnology.”

At E3 2003, Eidos reinforces its dedication to developing platform-leading,content-rich brands. Among the games highlighted during the show are:

Backyard Wrestling: Don’t Try This At Home (PS2, Xbox)

Based on the controversial and shocking US phenomenon of BackyardWrestling, Backyard Wrestling: Don’t Try This At Home breaks gamers free fromthe stale wrestling genre, and puts them into a groundbreaking new world ofopen-ended gameplay. Punish opponents in highly interactive sprawling environmentsimplementing instruments of pain, including thumbtacks, barbed wire, lightbulbs, stop signs, baseball bats, tables, fire and the environment itself.

Prepare to endure inhuman amounts of pain, take incredible risks, and leapfrom breathtaking heights to squash opponents and be crowned ‘The King OfHardcore’. Developed by Paradox.

Chain Gang (PS2, Xbox)

Chain Gang unleashes total animal anarchy! Chained together, Spanx and Redmondare animal fugitives on the run from an unscrupulous product-testing lab.Playing as Spanx, you must use the disgruntled Redmond as a weapon not only toescape, but also to free other enslaved animals and sabotage the evilcorporation. Providing an innovative approach to the character-based actiongenre, Chain Gang combines a unique ‘chain’ gameplay mechanic with in-depthenemy and environment interaction, rich combat and slapstick humour. The result?Player choice triggers an unscripted chain of chaotic, humorous events.Developed by Crystal Dynamics.

Commandos 3: Destination Berlin (PC)

Commandos 3 Destination Berlin is the third instalment in Pyro Studios’legendary tactical strategy series. The game takes the stunningly detailedgraphics and compelling gameplay of the series to a whole new level with a newinterior engine, a strong narrative and a new game structure with more detailedsmaller maps providing more action orientated missions. The gameplay incorporatesnew gaming situations including ambushes, assaults, level bosses and promisesto be more accessible than previous games in the series. For the first time ina Commandos game, there will be a deathmatch multiplayer mode for up to eightplayers via LAN and the Internet.

Deus Ex: Invisible War (Xbox, PC)

Deus Ex: Invisible War is the sequel to Ion Storm’s award-winning Deus Ex.This first person thriller with intense shooter and stealth gameplay elementsbegins 15 years following the events depicted in the original game. Playing asanti-terrorist agent Alex D., you must take advantage of the open-endedgameplay to fight numerous militant factions bent on violently reshaping theworld to suit their own agendas. Equipped with high-tech gadgetry and bio-modsthat can induce superhuman powers, travel the globe chasing the conspirators,those out to get you and the truth behind your own origins.

The Italian Job (PS2, Xbox, GameCube)

Based on Paramount Picture’s forthcoming feature film, The Italian Job putsyou in the driving seat as you and your band of thieves attempt to steal $28million in gold bullion from under the nose of the man who betrayed you. Thishigh-octane arcade racer will get your adrenaline pumping as you attempt afrantic getaway in super-charged new Mini Coopers. Create havoc on the streetsof LA as you drive at break-neck speeds through environments based on locationsin the film including the Hollywood Hills, Downtown LA and the city’s Metroand storm drain system.

Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness (PS2, PC)

The gaming world’s most famous heroine, Lara Croft, like you’ve never seen her,in a Tomb Raider like you’ve never experienced. Lara returns as both hunter andhunted relying on her ingenuity, athleticism and a new edge to her personality.The game introduces a new playable character, Kurtis Trent, and new gameplayfeatures including interaction with other characters and the capacity toimprove Lara’s abilities depending on how you play the game.

You must traverse an intricately detailed world, taking you from the back streetsof Paris to the hellish depths of Prague. The Angel of Darkness employs a brandnew engine built from the ground up to fully utilize the power of PlayStation 2and the latest PC graphics cards. Developed by Core Design.

Legacy of Kain: Defiance (PS2, Xbox)

Legacy of Kain: Defiance is the next installment in the multi-million sellingLegacy of Kain series. For the first time in the series both Kain and Razielwill be available as playable characters in all of their blood sucking andsoul devouring glory. The game focuses much more on combat as Kain and Razielconfront hordes of monstrous enemies in fierce, fast-paced battles. The completely ‘re-vamped’ combat system promises to be accessible, responsive and satisfying,allowing for non-stop action and thrilling combo moves unique to each character.

Republic: The Revolution (PC)

Republic: The Revolution is the highly anticipated and critically acclaimed PCstrategy simulation game from Elixir Studios. Designed by Demis Hassabis,Republic: The Revolution delivers a totally unique and compelling experiencepowered by one of the most advanced graphics engines ever. Starting with a singleloyal supporter, a tiny secret HQ and a very small base of local support, youmust build up a nationwide party powerful enough to oust the President andrule the Republic of Novistrana.

Thief III (Xbox, PC)

In this next chapter of the Thief series, you once again take on the role ofthe master thief Garrett. The stealthy character is rarely seen, never caught,a master of the ambush and capable of breaking into the most ingeniously securedplaces. Garrett steals from the wealthy andgives to himself, making his living in the dark and foreboding City. AlthoughGarrett would prefer to be left alone to ply his trade, the prophecies of animpending Dark Age dictate a different plan for the thief. Thief pioneered theconcept of stealth and this latest instalment will feature Ion Storm’sgroundbreaking dynamic lighting and shadow systems – every character and object,including Garrett, cast realistic, movable shadows that affect the gameplay.

News page content input by Dominic Robinson, 2003.