April 3, 2008
The Adventure Company Ships
Cleopatra: Riddle of the Tomb for Windows
The Adventure Company, a leading
publisher of interactive entertainment software around the world, today
announced the adventure game Cleopatra: Riddle of the Tomb for Windows® is
shipping to retail stores across North America.
Created by award-winning developer,
Kheops Studio, the game development of Cleopatra: Riddle of the Tomb is based on
historical research of Egyptian culture. Authentic monuments such as the
Lighthouse, the Library and the city of Alexandria have been incorporated into
the game and the multitude of game puzzles reference Egyptian culture and
science.
“Egyptian themed games have always
been a favorite among adventure gaming fans,” said Byron Gaum, Global Product
Marketing Manager at The Adventure Company. “Cleopatra: Riddle of the Tomb
offers players a realistic exploration into history with an engaging story, a
host of mysterious characters and varying gameplay experiences based on the
astrological sign that a player chooses. It’s a must-have for every adventure
game fan.”
Storyline:
The country is divided by civil war
pitting Cleopatra’s supporters against those of her brother and husband,
Ptolemy, who is ravaging the country. In this climate of terror, Thomas, a young
apprentice to Akkad, Cleopatra’s astrologist and astronomist, falls in love with
his Master’s daughter. One day, in horror, he discovers that both Master and
daughter have been kidnapped…
This is where your journey begins,
taking you to some of Egypt’s most legendary sites to solve a conspiracy that
runs deeper than anyone could have ever imagined.
Cleopatra: Riddle of the Tomb for
Windows® has an ESRB rating of T for Teen and will sell for a suggested retail
price of $19.99 USD. For further information please visit our website at
www.adventurecompanygames.com.
