Special packaging and content for PAL version, plus new website - and a holiday for two to be won.
January 31, 2006
[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of Game Developer and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource Games Press]
Author: Sony
31 January 2006
For Immediate Release
- Exclusive packaging and behind-the-scenes content on PAL release
- Stunning Shadowofthecolossus.com site goes live
- Design a Colossus and Win a Once in a Lifetime Holiday
To celebrate the eagerly anticipated arrival of Shadow of the ColossusTM on shelf this February, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe has announced that fans of the art-house work of Fumito Ueda and Kenjj Kaido (the creators of the cult classic ICO) are to benefit from unique packaging and exclusive new content on the PAL release - as well as a dedicated website www.shadowofthecolossus.com and an outstanding competition at www.playstation.com.
Special packaging:
To celebrate the artistic style and delicacy of Shadow of the Colossus, the PAL version of the game is to be released in special cardboard packaging containing four unique postcards depicting magical moments from the game.
Exclusive Content:
Filmed in Japan, the PAL release comes with exclusive to camera interviews with artistic partners and creative directors Ueda and Kaido-san. Three and a half years in production, the interviews offer fans the chance to understand the heritage of Shadow of the Colossus and to see how this massive production was brought together. In addition the disc comes packed with a full image gallery including unseen concept sketches, in game stills and the original game trailer to cult-classic ICO*.
New Website:
Now live at www.shadowofthecolossus.com, this is the site for fans of the stunning open landscapes and haunting audio-tracks synonymous with ICO and Shadow of the Colossus. The stylish interface lets you feel the wind in your hair as you are given a special insight into the Colossi, the characters and the world they inhabit. Slowly going live over three phases, fans are encouraged to return to find more exclusive information to become further absorbed into the tale. Ultimately the site gives users a chance to put their questions to Ueda-san with the two best questions going in to a draw to win a signed PlayStation 2.
Colossal Challenge:
For those with aspirations to become the next art-house designer, PlayStation.com will play host to an exclusive Shadow of the Colossus competition to submit designs for a new Colossus. The most inspiring design will be hand chosen by Ueda-san and this talented winner will embark on a once in a lifetime trip for two to Nepal! In addition the site will host an array of in depth interviews and exclusive information on Shadow of the Colossus.
Shadow of the Colossus; forget gaming stereotype and look to the future with an experience that offers the cinematography and story that we have been waiting for.
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For further information please contact:
Jennie Kong ([email protected])
PR Manager
Tel: 020 7911 8176 Fax: 020 7734 4926
Sony Computer Entertainment UK Ltd
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About Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd.
Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE), based in London, is responsible for the distribution, marketing and sales of PS one, PlayStation2 and PlayStation Portable software and hardware in 104 territories across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Oceania. SCEE also develops, publishes, markets and distributes games software for the three formats, and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in the PAL territories. At the end of September 2005, over 40 million PlayStation units had been shipped across these PAL territories, over 102 million worldwide. Between its European debut on 24 November 2000 and 29 November 2005, over 37 million PlayStation2 units have been shipped across the PAL territories, over 100 million world-wide, making it one of the most successful consumer electronic products in history. Between the launch of the PSP in Japan in December 2004 and 21 October 2005, over 10 million PSPs have been shipped worldwide.
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