Video Gaming News - October 2002
Seattle, WA (October 18, 2002) - Enix America Inc. today announced
that it has launched the official web site for Robot Alchemic Drive (R.A.D.),
the company's action/adventure title featuring 120-foot-tall transforming robots
for the PlayStation 2. The official web site will offer online visitors an array
of features found only on the site
www.enix.com/rad. Enix
will be shipping the title nationwide on November 5.
"Enix has long been known for supporting its large and loyal fan base, and
nowhere is this more evident than with our feature-laden web site for R.A.D.,"
said Paul Handelman, president of Enix America. "Our newly designed R.A.D. web
site not only allows fans of the game to gather and share strategies and tips,
it also provides access to a wide selection of exclusive and interactive
features."
From Enix:
Visitors to the site are greeted by Dr. Wiltz the lead scientist on the R.A.D.
project. Via an easy navigational map, fans can access six distinct areas within
the site, including:
- "Stuff That's RAD": includes video footage of the game, electronic
postcards, downloadable wallpaper, and an exclusive interview with Wataru
Higuichi, the lead producer on the game, and one of the driving forces behind
its vision and creation;
- Features: provides an in-depth exploration of R.A.D.'s unique control
system; moves are fully illustrated with in-game screen shots
- Characters: offers a brief biography of both the human and robotic
characters found with the R.A.D. universe (characters are designed by the
world famous anime artist, Toshihiro Kawamoto);
- Game Info: highlights the innovative game-play dynamic behind R.A.D. and
highlights some of its key features;
- Story: communicates the detailed history and provides a timeline for the
world depicted in the game;
- Forum: provides a direct link to the popular Enix forums where players can
congregate online to share playing tips and experiences, and talk about common
interests.
Robot Alchemic Drive (R.A.D.) for the PlayStation(r)2 is scheduled to ship
November 5 and carry an estimated retail price of $49.99.
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