Gaming News - October 2002
Redmond, WA (October 30, 2002) - Microsoft Game Studios and Ensemble
Studios today announced that the Age of Mythology trial version is now available
on the game's official site at
www.ageofmythology.com.
Age of Mythology ships to stores tomorrow (October 31), but gamers will be able
to get their first taste of the game by downloading the trial version today.
From Microsoft:
In the trial version, gamers can wield Zeus' famous lightning bolt while
playing one of the nine civilizations featured in the retail version of Age of
Mythology. Players can advance through the third age on two random maps, or play
through five scenarios in this demo. The retail version of Age of Mythology will
contain four ages, 21 random maps and 35 scenarios. The estimated retail price
for Age of Mythology is $54.95 (U.S.).
Using familiar elements of classical mythology, Age of Mythology casts
players as one of nine unique civilizations from ancient Greek, Norse and
Egyptian mythologies. Players can reinforce their armies with mythological
creatures like Cyclopes and Medusas or call upon the mighty powers of gods such
as Zeus to rain down lightning bolts on unsuspecting enemies. Age of Mythology
also incorporates Ensemble Studios' trademark features from previous Age of
Empires games, including a compelling economic model, a massive army and battle
system, unequaled artificial intelligence, random maps, intuitive gameplay and
extreme attention to detail.
Age of Mythology's 3-D engine delivers impressive graphics in a fully 3-D
environment, including beautiful waves and water, lifelike rolling terrain,
realistic sunlight, and lush forests. In-game cinematics create a seamless,
story-based and character-driven campaign which features 35 scenarios. In
addition, the game features incredible special effects, including waterspouts,
infernos, snowstorms, tornadoes and earthquakes.
Age of Mythology is a branch of the popular Age of Empires franchise that has
sold more than 10.5 million licensed units worldwide. More information about Age
of Mythology is available at
www.microsoft.com/games/ageofmythology, or on the Ensemble Studios site at
www.ensemblestudios.com/aom.
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