DreamCatcher Interactive Teams Up Again With Kohnke Communications
Games-Focused Agency Signs a New Contract After Successful "Painkiller" PC Launch, Now to Handle "Painkiller" for Xbox(R), "Cold War", and the Mystery Thriller "Agatha Christie: And Then There Were None"
Toronto, Canada - July 7, 2005 - DreamCatcher Interactive Inc., a global publisher of video games today announced an agreement under which Kohnke Communications will oversee public relations strategies and press outreach for DreamCatcher's upcoming 2005 high profile titles on consoles and the PC. Titles included under the agreement include "Painkiller" for Xbox, "Cold War," and "Agatha Christie: And Then There Were None."
"Kohnke Communications impressed us with their work for our launch of "Painkiller" for PC. Their hell-themed event and creative press mailing helped set the stage for our successful launch into retail," said Marshall Zwicker, vice president of marketing, for DreamCatcher Interactive Inc. "They were the obvious choice for us with this trio of important titles this Fall."
"We can't wait to bring DreamCatcher's latest crop of titles to the media," said Erica Kohnke Kain, president of Kohnke Communications. "The Xbox version of 'Painkiller' is exciting because of the multiplayer capabilities and we're aces at handling espionage thrillers like 'Cold War.' On top of this, representing the first game ever based on an Agatha Christie novel is quite an honor."
About DreamCatcher Interactive Inc.
DreamCatcher Interactive Inc. is a fast-growing worldwide publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment software for both core and casual gamers. Established in 1996, the company markets its products under two popular brands: DreamCatcher Games, featuring the critically acclaimed, best-selling PC game "Painkiller"; and The Adventure Company, one of the world's leading publishers of PC adventure games.
DreamCatcher's head office is located in Toronto, Canada. The company also services European, Middle Eastern and Australasian territories through its international office based in Paris, France. Visit http://www.dreamcatchergames.com for more information.
About Kohnke Communications LLC
Kohnke Communications is a leading public relations agency specializing in games. With unparalleled experience and a location in the heart of the games community, the agency's services include crisis consultation, media training seminars, product introductions and event management. In addition, the company offers Game WireTM, a specialized news distribution system. More information about Kohnke Communications is available at http://www.kohnkecomm.com.
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