Rival Swords cross retail
written by: James Cooper on 4/9/2007 10:47:44 AM
Today Ubisoft, one of the world's
largest video game publishers, announced Prince of Persia® Rival
Swords, based on Prince of Persia The Two Thrones(TM), has shipped for
the Wii(TM) console and
PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system. The game creates an epic experience
by combining two playable characters in masterly balanced gameplay,
with the perfect mix of combat, platforming, puzzles and a compelling
storyline. Prince of Persia Rival Swords is rated "T? for Teen and has
a MSRP of $49.99 for the Wii system and $39.99 for the PSP system.
Prince of Persia Rival Swords for Wii was developed by Ubisoft's
Montreal studio. The game takes advantage of the revolutionary Wii
Remote(TM) and Nunchuk(TM), allowing players to clash swords with
enemies, execute speed kills and perform the Prince's well-known
acrobatic moves such as running on walls. Prince of Persia Rival Swords
for the PSP system was developed by Pipeworks Software, a division of
Foundation 9 Entertainment, and features original content such as
additional levels and new multiplayer modes.
About Prince of Persia Rival Swords
The Prince of Persia makes his way home to Babylon, bearing with him
Kaileena, the enigmatic Empress of Time, and unspeakable scars from the
Island of Time. But instead of the peace he longs for, he finds his
kingdom ravaged by war and Kaileena the target of a brutal plot. When
she is kidnapped, the Prince tracks her to the Palace ? only to see her
murdered by a powerful enemy. Her death unleashes the Sands of Time,
which strike the Prince and threaten to destroy everything he holds
dear. Cast to the streets, hunted as a fugitive, the Prince soon
discovers that the Sands have tainted him, too. They have given rise to
a deadly Dark Prince, whose spirit gradually possesses him. Game
features include:
? Play and master two distinct characters: Wield the powers and weapons
of two master warriors with different combat styles, attitudes and
histories.
? Choose your way to kill: Master the expanded Free-Form Fighting
system to destroy enemies in your own style, strangle enemies from afar
with the deadly Daggertail or use a new stealth art to inflict surprise
decapitations ? the choice is yours.
? Battle freely through Babylon: Dominate enemies on the perilous
rooftops, dodge through chaotic streets and ambush pursuers in dark
underground passageways.
? Immerse yourself in a dramatic story: Experience unparalleled depth
in storytelling as you fight your way through a twisting tale filled
with adrenaline, tension and discovery.
? Manipulate time to surprise enemies: Execute powerful attacks against
entire armies by slowing down or rewinding time, or surprise them by
using some all-new Sands of Time powers.
? Experience a masterful blend of gameplay: True to the Prince of
Persia franchise, the game provides a variety of action combat, agility
and story-driven puzzles ? all masterfully blended into a rich gaming
experience.
Exclusively for the PSP system:
? New multiplayer experience: Versus play in timed races as either the
Prince or Dark Prince. Interrupt and impede your opponent's progress by
activating switches in your own level that will trigger traps and
obstacles in their level.
? Brand-new chariot combat levels: Seize the reins of a chariot and
battle through brand-new levels that are immediately available in the
Main Menu for a quick adrenaline rush.
