Atlus Releases Launch Trailer for 3D Dot Game Heroes
Nostalgia is more potent in motion.
IRVINE, CALIFORNIA -- NOVEMBER 19, 2009 -- Atlus U.S.A., Inc. today released the official launch video trailer for 3D Dot Game Heroes™, the ultimate retro action-adventure game coming to PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system in May 2010. The trailer, which presents the game's backstory and introduces viewers to the Kingdom of Dotnia, serves to emphasize the irresistible 8-Bit aesthetic that saturates every square pixel of the game. Every aspect of 3D Dot Game Heroes strives to transport gamers to happy memories from their gaming childhood, whether it's the the familiar premise, catchy synthesized tunes, lush next-gen pixelized visuals, or the deceptively deep action-adventure gameplay.
Did you grow up on 8-Bit classics and frequently find yourself craving an old school gaming fix? Then 3D Dot Game Heroes is for you. Are you easily swayed by nostalgia, by things that take you back to an earlier time and/or place? 3D Dot Game Heroes is your perfect gaming match. Are you an older, more grizzled gamer who'd like to be able to educate a younger player in your family on what you cut your teeth on? You can probably see where this is going.
Dripping with old school charm, classic gaming pizzazz, and pure retro sexy, 3D Dot Game Heroes is the ultimate homage to the industry's golden era.
3D Dot Game Heroes is scheduled to release on May 11, 2010 with an MSRP of $39.99.
For more information, visit the game's official website: http://www.3DDotGameHeroes.com
About 3D Dot Game Heroes
A long, long time ago, the Dark King Onyx brought an age of darkness upon Dotnia Kingdom. Only by the bravery of a hero with a legendary sword was Onyx sealed in an orb, restoring peace to the world. But Fuelle, a powerful Dark Bishop, has stolen the orb, and with it, peace. Dotnia requires a hero once more! Can you live up to the legend?
Key Features
* Ultimate retro love letter -- Seamlessly fusing new and old, the golden era of gaming is felt in every detail of this lovingly-crafted adventure. Eye-popping visuals capture the nostalgic charm of pixel graphics in cutting edge 3D. Simple, but deep action-adventure gameplay is a throwback to the 8-Bit era. Veterans will find references and jokes that pay homage to the great games of yore.
* Awe and adventure live again -- Embark on the next generation of classic exploration and discovery in a grand story-based quest. A hero sets out to gain the power of the six sages and the six orbs that protected the kingdom of Dotnia, which now stands on the verge of destruction.
* Customize your hero -- When pixels are your building blocks, the possibilities are unlimited. Freely edit the look of your character, or design one completely from scratch, and then trade designs with friends via a compatible USB storage device. Your hero's blade is also upgradeable, letting you add length and width to create a sword that fills the whole screen!
3D Dot Game Heroes has not yet been rated by the ESRB.
About Atlus U.S.A., Inc.
Located in Irvine, California and founded in 1991, Atlus U.S.A., Inc. is renowned for its proud tradition of publishing exceptional role-playing games with strong niche appeal. The Atlus library of critically acclaimed video games includes Demon's Souls, Odin Sphere, the Trauma Center series, and the award-winning Shin Megami Tensei series. For more information, visit http://www.atlus.com.
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