Disney Release Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End
From islands and pirate ships in the Caribbean to the streets of historical Singapore, adventures lie ahead in the Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End video game. Inspired by the events, locations and characters from both the second and third 'Pirates of the Caribbean' films, the Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End video games are now available at retail stores worldwide for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PLAYSTATION3 computer entertainment system, the Wii home video game system from Nintendo, the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system, the PSP (PlayStationPortable) system and Nintendo DS. Players will take on the roles of Jack Sparrow, Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann as well as other familiar characters as they face swashbuckling skirmishes and acrobatic manoeuvres in games that feature action and humour while extending beyond the story, environments and characters of both films. More than 2.8 million copies of the game have been shipped to retail stores worldwide.
'Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End allows players to experience a swashbuckling pirate's life through adventure and swordplay that goes far beyond the events of the films,' said Craig Relyea, vice president of marketing, Disney Interactive Studios. 'With its unique, dynamic gameplay and stunning graphics, Pirate of the Caribbean: At World's End provides a new and significant chapter in the Pirates of the Caribbean video game franchise.'
Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End takes players to treacherous and exotic locations to encounter a wide variety of notorious pirates, mythical creatures and fearsome villains. Players will develop swordsmanship skills throughout the game as they experience a story that is familiar to the films, but features new storylines and a unique ending.
The Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3 system versions of Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End feature high-definition graphics and sound while inviting players to venture throughout the Caribbean and beyond with swashbuckling combat, exploration throughout environments and classic duelling. The Xbox 360 version features an assortment of challenging achievements for more advanced players and a leader board to globally compare in-game notoriety tallies. The PLAYSTATION 3 system version makes use of the SIXAXIS wireless controller's motion-sensing technology for beam balance mechanics.
For the Wii version, the Wii Remote allows players to slash and thrust in combat, mimicking the motions of an actual sword. Players will also be able to grab enemies by shaking the Wii Nunchuk. When playing the Wii, PlayStation 2 system, PSP system and Windows PC versions, players will take down opponents as they learn new combinations and special moves. Once a level is completed, players can choose among more than 50 unlockable characters to use as their controllable character for expanded replayability when they play levels again.
Inspired by the events of the third film, Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End for the Nintendo DS focuses on adventure, platforming and puzzle solving as players explore environments and experience touch screen duelling to slash, parry and dodge using the Nintendo DS stylus. In addition to wireless multiplayer games such as duelling and pirates' dice, players can download 'cheats' through a special Nintendo DS Download Program available starting today and continuing through Labor Day exclusively at Disneyland and Walt Disney World.
Published by Disney Interactive Studios and developed by Eurocom Entertainment Software (home consoles and PSP system) and Amaze Entertainment, a division of Foundation 9 Entertainment (Nintendo DS), Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End is now available.
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About the 'Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End film'
'Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End' picks up where the record-breaking 2006 smash hit left off, with our heroes Will Turner (Orlando Bloom) and Elizabeth Swann (Keira Knightley) allied with Captain Barbossa (Geoffrey Rush) in a desperate quest to free Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) from his mind-bending trap in Davy Jones' locker. With the terrifying ghost ship, The Flying Dutchman, and its commander Davy Jones under the control of the East India Trading Company, there is havoc on the Seven Seas. Navigating through treachery, betrayal and wild waters, the heroic trio must forge their way to exotic Singapore and confront the cunning Pirate Sao Feng (Chow Yun-Fat). Now headed beyond the very ends of the earth, each must ultimately choose a side in a final titanic battle - as not only their lives and fortunes, but the entire future of the freedom-loving Pirate way hangs in the balance. Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and directed by Gore Verbinski from a screenplay written by Ted Elliott and Terry Rossio, our beloved cast sets sail again on a fresh new adventure in May 2007.
About Eurocom Entertainment Software
Eurocom was founded in 1988 and has evolved into a world leading developer of cutting-edge console games based on high profile franchises and movies. Eurocom's development team comprises of 280 highly experienced and talented staff, based in Derby in the UK. Further information on Eurocom can be found at http://www.eurocom.co.uk.
About Amaze Entertainment
Amaze Entertainment, a division of Foundation 9 Entertainment, consistently delivers world class multiplatform video games and has earned a reputation as an ideal partner, especially for high profile product launches based on popular brands and franchises. For more information, please visit http://www.amazeentertainment.com.
About Disney Interactive Studios
Disney Interactive Studios is the interactive entertainment affiliate of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS - News). Disney Interactive Studios self publishes and distributes a broad portfolio of multi-platform video games and interactive entertainment worldwide. The company also licenses properties and works directly with other interactive game publishers to bring products for all ages to market. Disney Interactive Studios is based in Glendale, California and has four internal game development studios around the world including Avalanche Software, Fall Line Studio, Propaganda Games and Climax Racing. For more information, please log on to www.disney.com/videogames.
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BVG Announces Development of 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest' Next-Gen Handheld Games and Sets Course for Next Generation Console Titles
BURBANK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 18, 2005--Buena Vista Games, Inc. (BVG), the interactive entertainment arm of The Walt Disney Company announced today the development of new video game titles based on the highly anticipated feature film, "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest," scheduled for release in Summer 2006. Building on the popularity of its successful portable games business, BVG will release games for the PSP(TM) portable entertainment system and Nintendo DS(TM) in conjunction with the movie launch. BVG has signed the critically acclaimed UK-based game developer, Eurocom, to create future games for the upcoming next generation consoles based on the hit movie franchise. Eurocom's development credits include best-selling console games based on James Bond, Harry Potter, and Crash Bandicoot among others.
"The 'Pirates of the Caribbean' franchise will develop over the next few years as one of the most exciting and important initiatives BVG will spearhead," said Graham Hopper, senior vice president and general manager, Buena Vista Games, Inc. "Our upcoming games will expand the Pirates world and allow fans to take on the roles of some of the most rousing characters ever created, and experience firsthand their perilous adventures."
In BVG's upcoming "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" video games, consumers will be able to play as Captain Jack Sparrow, Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann as they explore and brawl across land and sea on a memorable quest in search of the legendary Dead Man's Chest. The games will not only feature thrilling moments from the movie, but will expand the fantasy of the franchise by offering exciting new adventures and locations inspired by the rich "Pirates of the Caribbean" universe. The handheld titles are being developed by Seattle-based Amaze Entertainment and Griptonite Games.
About the film: "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest," produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and directed by Gore Verbinski, once again stars Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow, Orlando Bloom as Will Turner and Keira Knightley as Elizabeth Swann. "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest," the spectacular follow-up to the international blockbuster released in 2003, is currently being filmed in Los Angeles and the Caribbean and is due for release in July 2006.
About Buena Vista Games Buena Vista Games, Inc. is the interactive entertainment arm of The Walt Disney Company's Consumer Products business unit. The division publishes, markets and distributes a broad portfolio of PC and multi-platform video games worldwide. The company also licenses properties and works directly with third-party interactive game publishers to bring products for all ages to market. Titles for Buena Vista Games fall under two publishing labels: Buena Vista Interactive, which publishes high-profile, multi-platform games based on creative content from the numerous businesses within The Walt Disney Company as well as new intellectual properties, and Disney Interactive, which publishes the company's interactive entertainment based on Disney branded properties.
