Video Gaming News - February 2003
Santa Monica, CA (February 14, 2003) - Activision today announced that
they have launched the official game site for Tenchu: Wrath of Heaven.
From Activision:
Activision, Inc. is giving gamers an all access pass to go behind-the-scenes
for its highly anticipated stealth-based, ninja action game at the official
TenchuÒ: Wrath of HeavenÔ web site. Located at
www.tenchuwrath.com,
the site will kick off with an exclusive cinematic trailer showcasing the game's
epic storyline and heart-pounding stealth action featuring all three playable
characters - Rikimaru, Ayame and Tesshu. Additionally, the site will be updated
weekly and will roll out a host of other downloads and information including
custom wallpaper, character and weapon features, links to the online Ninja
community and news updates. Tenchu: Wrath of Heaven will be available at retail
early next month for a suggested retail price of $49.99.
The Tenchu: Wrath of Heaven web site will feature the following sections:
- About The Game- Go back to 16th century Japan and learn about the violent
rebellion and civil strife that are behind this newest installment in the
acclaimed TenchuÒ series. An in-depth look at gameplay, ultra-realistic
stealth kills, individual levels and the all-new multiplayer feature will
accompany players on their journey.
- Exclusive Downloads - Fans can keep the look of ancient Japan on their
desktop with customizable wallpaper. New screenshots and updated movies will
also be located here.
- Characters - Intriguing tales of espionage, theft and assassination are
behind each mission Ninjas must embark upon. Here fans can delve into the
backstory of each ninja and learn about their unique abilities and the enemies
they must defeat.
- Weapons - Discover authentic Ninja weapons and items that help Ninjas to
live by honor, kill by stealth.
- Community - Link to the online Ninja community and experience an array of
Ninja sites and Tenchu: Wrath of Heaven fan sites.
- News - Get the latest Tenchu: Wrath of Heaven updates hot off the press!
Tenchu: Wrath of Heaven builds on the renowned gameplay of the popular Tenchu
franchise and delivers the most realistic, stealth-based, ninja action/adventure
game ever. The game features impressive new stealth attacks, an enhanced
fighting engine, new weapons and tools, plus larger levels, improved character
animations, new multiplayer options and a soundtrack from famed composer
Noriyuki Asakura. Taking advantage of the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment
system's impressive graphical capabilities, Tenchu: Wrath of Heaven features 25
death defying missions, detailed lighting and weather effects, and improved
character animations. The game has been rated "M" ("M" - violence, blood and
gore - content suitable for persons ages 17 and older) by the ESRB.
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