CSI: Crime Scene Investigation - Dark Motives
Ubisoft's CSI: Crime Scene Investigation(tm): Dark Motives Ships to Stores Nationwide Sequel to PC video game based on hit television show is now available at retail
San Francisco, CA - March 23, 2004 - Ubisoft, one of the world's largest video game publishers, today announced that CSI: Crime Scene Investigation(tm): Dark Motives is now available at retail stores for a suggested price of $29.99. The game is based on the hit CBS television series with an exclusive license from CBS Consumer Products. Rated "M-Mature," CSI: Dark Motives gives players the opportunity to solve a series of crimes with members of the CSI team.
Developed by 369 Interactive, CSI: Dark Motives is a first-person adventure game that will test players' nerves and intellect as they examine crime scenes, question witnesses and analyze evidence utilizing the latest in forensic equipment. The new CSI PC game features a number of gameplay improvements including in-depth evidence examination, scalable difficulty and more interactive lab functionality. CSI: Dark Motives will once again feature the likenesses and voices of the entire CSI cast.
"The popularity of the first CSI: Crime Scene Investigation game proves that the CSI license translates well to video games," said Tony Kee, vice president of marketing for Ubisoft Entertainment. "With CSI: Dark Motives, offering both CSI fans and dedicated gamers a unique gaming experience based on the same fundamentals that have made the CBS show a number one hit."
CSI: Dark Motives features include:
* Brand-New Cases: Five new cases to solve that are longer and more in depth than in the original game.
* CSI Authenticity : Includes the likenesses and voice talents of the entire CSI cast, as well as the show's locations, music, writing, scientific validity and visual style.
* Detailed Forensic Equipment: Field evidence can be analyzed using a full set of forensic tools, such as fingerprint dusters, UV Lights, luminol, DNA sequencer and comparison microscope.
* Personalized Play: Customizable options allow players to easily adjust the gameplay to suit their desired level of difficulty.
* Bonus Commentary: Unlockable bonus content with pre-production sketches, "behind the scenes" footage and unusual trivia.
About CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
Nominated for six Emmy awards in 2003, the series launched in October 2000 to critical acclaim, and was named Favorite "New Series of the Year" in 2001 by TV Guide. CSI airs on CBS Thursday nights in the US, to an average of 28.7 million viewers every week. It is also seen on several TV channels throughout Europe, Asia, Australia and South America. Currently CBS's top rated show, every broadcast dominates key demographic categories, including the 18-34, 18-49 and the 25-54 age groups. The series centers on a team of Las Vegas Crime Scene Investigators, who crack perplexing and seemingly unsolvable cases through expert study and analysis of the evidence. The show features a highly realistic and sometimes graphic portrayal of the scientific tactics used to track down criminals, and appeals to a broad, affluent audience of computer savvy fans who love suspense, mystery and reality TV.
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About Ubisoft:
Ubisoft is an international producer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment products. A leading company in the multimedia industry, Ubisoft's strong and diversified lineup has grown considerably, as has Ubisoft itself. As well as steadfastly continuing to partner with several high-profile companies, Ubisoft has also confirmed its presence on the global market by developing its own exceptional properties. Founded in 1986 in France, Ubisoft is now present on every continent, both through offices in 21 different countries including the United States, Morocco, Germany and China and through sales of products in over 50 countries. The group is dedicated to delivering high-quality, cutting-edge video game titles to consumers around the world. Ubisoft generated a turnover of 453 million euros for the 2002/2003 fiscal year, up 23% over the previous fiscal year. To learn more, visit www.ubi.com
About 369 Interactive:
369 Interactive is a division of Radical Entertainment, one of North America's leading game developers. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Radical Entertainment creates top-selling video games for the industry's most powerful publishers, such as Vivendi Universal, Microsoft and THQ. Recent high-grossing titles include Simpsons Hit and Run, Simpsons Road Rage, and the Hulk. 369 Interactive is committed to bringing accessible entertainment to a broad consumer audience through high presentation value, compelling story lines, and popular characters. For more information about 369 Interactive and Radical Entertainment, visit the company's web site at http://www.369interactive.ca or
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Press Release
TRUTH ALWAYS LEAVES A TRACE
**A fingerprint...
a bite mark...
a human toe.**
Team up with the entire cast of CSI and a new improved crime lab to track down the heinous truth in five complex new crimes. No crime is ever perfect. Your job is to find the flaw.
"...the next best thing to watching the TV show."
- JOHN GAUDIOSI, HOLLYWOOD REPORTER
GAME FEATURES
Show off your crime-solving skills in the stark world of CSI, with locations and music taken straight from the hit TV show.
Five new gruesome cases to crack.
The latest forensic technology, such as fingerprint dusters and an enhanced microscope.
Script written by official CSI author Max Allan Collins.
FEATURING THE VOICES AND LIKENESS OF THE ENTIRE CSI CAST!
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Back of Box
EVERY CRIMINAL LEAVES A PIECE OF HIMSELF BEHIND...
<< DEEPER INVESTIGATION >>
Upgraded microscope allows for more detailed analysis.
New tools such as the magnetic powder will intensify prints.
Use the brush to uncover buried remains.
"The perfect fusion of Hollywood talent, cutting-edge technology and interactive entertainment."
- JOHN GAUDIOSI, HOLLYWOOD REPORTER
<< GAME FEATURES >> >> LIVE THE CSI EXPERIENCE
Work in the field with the CSI team, featuring the actors, atmosphere, voices, and music from the hit TV show.
>> WIELD THE LATEST FORENSIC TOOLS
Find the killers by using real-world forensic tools, such as fingerprint dusters, UV lights, a magnifying scope, and an enhanced microscope.
>> NEW CRIMES TO TACKLE
Piece together the evidence behind five grisly new crimes.
>> NEW EXPANDED CRIME LAB
Compare and match evidence in the improved crime lab, featuring in-depth evidence examination that will test our investigation skills.
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Inside Flaps
EVERY CRIMINAL LEAVES SOMETHING BEHIND...
**A fingerprint...
a bite mark...
a human toe.**
Brand new gruesome homicides: Piece together the evidence behind the crimes to solve the puzzles.
Collect clues: Wield real-world forensic tools including fingerprint dusters, UV light and more.
Deeper search on crime scenes: Work in the field with the CSI team to find the killers.
Enhanced forensic approach: Search for more in the crime lab and draw your own conclusions.
Show off your crime-solving skills in the world of Crime Scene Investigation hit TV show with official characters, locations, voices and music.
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Back of Keep Case (UK)
JEDER TĂ„TER HINTERLĂ„SST SPUREN...
...FingerabdrĂĽcke... ...Hautpartikel... ...FuĂźabdrĂĽcke...
Lösen Sie fünf grausame Fälle indem Sie Beweismittel zusammen fügen und damit die Täter überführen!
Analysieren Sie Beweismaterial mit realen forensischen Utensilien wie z.B. Fingerabdruck-Puder, UV-Licht und vielem mehr.
Untersuchen Sie gemeinsam mit dem CSI-Team die Tatorte und finden Sie die Mörder.
Neueste forensische Labor-Methoden ermöglichen Ihnen detaillierte Untersuchungen des Beweismaterials.
Stellen Sie Ihre kriminalistischen Fähigkeiten in der CSI-Welt unter Beweis. Das Spiel beinhaltet die bekannten Charaktere, Einsatzorte, deutschen Synchronstimmen und Musik der TV-Serie.
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Back of Case - Windows (Germany)
Contributed by Patrick Bregger, Jeanne, Corn Popper, MAT.