The Cursed Crusade

HAMBURG, GERMANY -- January 27, 2011 – dtp entertainment, in partnership with developer Kylotonn Entertainment, today revealed The Cursed Crusade, a new action-adventure game featuring two player co-op (online and local split-screen) for PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and PC. 

Set against the backdrop of the majestic Old World, The Cursed Crusade's cooperative third-person action-adventure tale of damnation and deliverance will consume you. Centred around a pair of cursed warriors fighting to save their souls, The Cursed Crusade marries the beauty and wonder of medieval Europe with thrilling adventure and dark fantasy.

“We are happy to announce The Cursed Crusade for a Summer 2011 release. With a rich story, epic battles and a mystical background, The Cursed Crusade is a historical thriller, action-adventure fans will be looking forward to”, says Steffen Hippe, CSO of dtp entertainment. 

The Cursed Crusade is currently scheduled to release in Summer 2011 for PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and PC. 

For more information please visit the official website: www.cursed-crusade.com

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About The Cursed Crusade

Set against the backdrop of the Old World, two adventurers - both seasoned warriors - will quest across a Western Europe ablaze with the turmoil of a newly begun Fourth Crusade.  Denz, a holy Templar, and Esteban, a roguish mercenary, may have different origins, but their motivations are the same: amidst the danger and despair of a new Crusade, to find the means to deliver themselves from a terrible curse that threatens to consume their immortal souls.

Key Features

·         The Old World Burns -Embark on a contentious quest for retribution spanning five chapters and 40 missions that promise to bring fire, death, and destruction to the great cities of medieval Europe.

·         A Templar Cursed—Transform the world around you into a flaming red vision of Hell, increasing your strength and your ability to perceive hidden things, all at the expense of your humanity.

·         Brotherhood of Steel—Split-screen or online, recruit a friend to assume control of the thief, Esteban, to join in the excitement of shared adventure.

·         Intense, visceral 3rd-person action—Easy to grasp yet deep in its execution, a weapon-based combat engine features over 90 combos, 130+ weapons, and a timing-based counter system.

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About dtp entertainment

dtp entertainment is one of Germany’s largest independent games publishers and has been in the

industry since 1995. The company headquartered in Hamburg/Germany employs more than 150

people worldwide. dtp entertainment develops and publishes games internationally for all

interactive entertainment platforms.

www.dtp-entertainment.com

About Kylotonn Entertainment

Founded in 2002, Kylotonn is a development studio with an important position in the French videogame landscape, acquiring a solid reputation not only thanks to titles like Bet on Soldier and Speedball2™ Tournament, but also to the quality of the proprietary real-time 3D rendering engine, KtEngine.  Research has always been a key element in the company's strategy; extensive R&D experience has helped Kylotonn effectively address the current generation of gaming platforms by co-developing the PLAY ALL production tool chain.  The company now creates numerous games on all platforms (PS3™, Xbox 360® , PC, Wii™, etc.) and for all audiences (from casual gamers to core gamers), in addition to co-producing and editing various titles as well.  For more information, visit www.kylotonn.com.

UK Contacts:

Caroline Miller                         Nick Morey

Indigo Pearl                             Indigo Pearl

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