LANGHORNE, Pa., May 23, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- Cinemaware Marquee, an affiliated label of eGames Inc. (OTCBB:EGAM), recently released "Space Rangers(TM) 2: Rise of the Dominators," a game that has raised the media's eyebrows and received critical praise in the crowded space combat genre.
"Our goal to expand our business beyond the casual games market has received a big boost thanks to the success of Space Rangers 2, the first title under our newly acquired Cinemaware(R) brand," said Rich Siporin, Vice President, Sales and Marketing. "We are delighted with the reviews Space Rangers 2 is receiving and will continue to target games for our portfolio which will redefine their genre. This will be the case with our upcoming release of Darwinia(TM) and Moscow to Berlin."
"Space Rangers 2 is one of the most remarkable and original games released recently. We are happy that together with our partners we managed to introduce it to the American audience," said Nikolay Baryshnikov, International Sales Director 1C Company. "Space Rangers 2 was nationally acclaimed in Russia and I'm sure it has the potential to be appreciated at its true value overseas."
Excerpts from recent reviews of Space Rangers 2:
"Editor's Choice" Score: 4.5 out of 5; Computer Games Magazine "Space Rangers 2 remains one of the smarter, savvier, riskier efforts in a market of pallid clones and sequels." Score: A; SciFi.com "This is one of the best strategy games in years, real-time or turn-based, and fans of both genres will adore it." Score: 92%; PC Gamer "Space Rangers 2 rates a no-brainer 'buy me'. Few games attempt as much and succeed as completely." Score: 9/10; GamesRadar "...the true beauty of Space Rangers 2: Rise of the Dominators is how all of these disparate elements fit together into an almost seamless whole. The more the player gets into the Space Rangers universe, the more enjoyable the whole thing becomes." Score 4.5 out of 5; GameSpy "Given the high quality of the main game, tons of gameplay available through mini-games and side-quests, and the fact that the original Space Rangers is also included on the CD for a fairly low price, this is something that gamers should add to their collection." GamerDad.com
"Space Rangers 2: Rise of the Dominators" is available at retail now for $29.99. As an added value, the package includes a bonus poster and the original version of the Space Rangers game.
For the latest updates and info on the game, please visit www.spacerangers2.com.
About Cinemaware Marquee
Cinemaware Marquee, an affiliated label of Cinemaware, is dedicated to bringing the most innovative and outstanding international games to North America. They showcase independent developers throughout the world and give them an opportunity to deliver their games to a whole new audience. Cinemaware Marquee(TM) titles include Space Rangers(TM) 2: Rise of the Dominators, Neighbors From Hell(R): On Vacation, and Buccaneer's Bounty(TM) and the upcoming Darwinia(TM). Please visit www.cinemawaremarquee.com for more information. Cinemaware(R) is a brand of distinctively unique games featuring addictive gameplay and presented in grand cinematic scope. Cinemaware's award-winning game properties include Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown(R), SDI(TM), The King of Chicago(TM), Sinbad and the Throne of the Falcon(TM), Rocket Ranger(TM), Lords of the Rising Sun(TM), It Came from the Desert(TM), Wings(TM) and the TV Sports(TM) franchise of sports games. More information about Cinemaware's history can be found at www.cinemaware.com.
About eGames, Inc.
eGames, Inc., headquartered in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, publishes and markets a diversified line of interactive entertainment titles which now include the eGames(TM), Cinemaware(R) and Cinemaware Marquee(TM) brands. Additional information regarding eGames, Inc. can be found at www.egames.com.
About 1C Company
1C Company specializes in distribution, publishing and development of interactive entertainment products and business software. Founded in 1991, 1C has become the leading publisher and distributor of computer games in Eastern and Central Europe. 1C Company is widely acknowledged as a game developer and has several internal studios. Internal developments of 1C include IL-2 Sturmovik, IL-2 Sturmovik: Forgotten Battles, Aces Expansion Pack and Pacific Fighters. 1C Company works as a publisher and producer with over 30 independent development studios and has produced over 100 projects for PC and consoles.
More information about the company is available at http://int.games.1c.ru