Take to the swelling seas this Summer!
For Immediate Release June 2006
Focus Multimedia, one of the UK's leading publishers of PC
software, is pleased to announce the expansion of its
Essential range with Silent Hunter III, the most realistic
submarine warfare simulation ever released.
Originally released by Ubisoft, Silent Hunter is the market's
leading submarine simulation series. Silent Hunter III marks
the introduction of an entirely new 3D engine, new features
and more intensely realistic action, setting the standard of
underwater simulations for years to come.
The movie-like graphics set the scene for a dynamic ocean
environment, historically accurate U-boat models and
realistic naval missions, Silent Hunter III truly is the king
of submarine warfare, impressing fans of the existing Silent
Hunter titles and attracting new gamers. The game has been
showered with media praise from the likes of PC Zone; "the
amount of care and detail lavished on this is phenomenal" and
Gamespy, who proclaimed it "outstanding".
Recreating the intense underwater battles of World War II,
players must take on the role of U-boat commander, seeking,
attacking and destroying your enemies with the help of sonar,
periscopes, deck guns and a dedicated team of officers. Every
decision is in your hands, from the decision to attack and
the welfare of your crew, as you play through a number of
impressive environments, from the captain's cabin to the
swelling seas.
Whether you are feeling the thrill of following your torpedo
as it smashes its way into the hull of an Allied destroyer,
or stalking and outmanoeuvring your enemies, you are able to
create and live your own personal war story from the depths
of the ocean.
Key Features:
Command your crew - the crew will take orders and evolve
based on the results of each mission. As commander you must
consider morale and fatigue in your decision making, and a
reward system will advance rank, elevate skills and bestow
medals for achievement.
Realistic and immersive environment - realistic weather,
historically accurate ships, submarines and aircraft,
detailed U-boat interiors and engaging audio.
Accessible to players of all skill levels - a simplified
learning curve and a naval academy tutorial teach you the
basics.
A deadly array of U-boats and weapons.
Multiplayer options with both cooperative and competitive
modes.
Test your skills against other players online to determine
the ace commander.
The second title in the franchise, Silent Hunter II, is now
available for just £4.99 as part of Focus Multimedia's
Revival range.
Craig Johnson, managing director of Focus Multimedia
commented, "We have already experienced tremendous success
with the Silent Hunter range at a budget price point. With
the new advances in Silent Hunter III, we can expect to build
on this success considerably."
Silent Hunter III will be available in June from all good
stockists of PC software, with the SRP of just £9.99. To
purchase or find out more information on any of Focus
Multimedia's range of games and entertainment software,
please visit www.focusmm.co.uk.
About Focus Multimedia
Focus Multimedia is one of the leading PC CD-ROM budget
software publishers in UK retail (Source: Chart Track),
specialising in high quality, affordable PC CD-ROMs aimed at
both children and adults. The Focus range consists of over
400 titles across 9 different categories - including Games,
PC Fun Club, Knowledge and Travel. Focus Multimedia has
distribution channels into major retail outlets such as PC
World, WHSmith, Staples, Game, via the Internet through
www.amazon.co.uk as well as non-traditional
chains.
About Ubisoft
Ubisoft is a leading producer, publisher and distributor of
interactive entertainment products worldwide and has grown
considerably through its strong and diversified line-up of
products and partnerships. Ubisoft has offices in 21
countries and sales in more than 50 countries around the
globe. Ubisoft is committed to delivering high-quality,
cutting-edge video games titles to consumers. Ubisoft
generated revenue of 538 million for the 2004-2005
fiscal year, an increase of 8 percent over the previous
fiscal year at constant exchange rates. To learn more, please
visit www.ubisoftgroup.com.
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For further information, please contact:
Emma Warburton - PR & Marketing Executive
Email: e.warburton@focusmm.co.uk
Tel: +44 (0) 1889 570156 Fax: +44 (0) 1889 583571