PyroTechnix, Inc.

Moby ID: 94

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  • Computer Presentations, Inc. (from 1987-08-27 to 1995-10-10)

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PyroTechnix, Inc. (formerly Computer Presentations, Inc.) was based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Founded in 1987, it originally worked in imaging and multimedia software. The company moved into games ca. 1994, developing 3D graphics technology for use in other companies' games. The company was acquired by 7th Level in February 1996 and took over the development of Return to Krondor, a project started at 7th Level. The new owner sold PyroTechnix to Krondor publisher Sierra in December 1997. The company was shut down in February 1999 as part of corporate-wide downsizing that also shuttered Yosemite and Synergistic.

Credited on 2 Games from 1997 to 1998

Return to Krondor (1998 on Windows)
Tanarus (1997 on Windows)

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February 22, 1999

Company shut down.

December 1997

Company sold to Sierra On-Line.

February 1996

The company is acquired by 7th Level and becomes a subsidiary.

August 27, 1987

Company founded as Computer Presentations, Inc. in Cincinnati (Ohio, United States of America).

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