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'Another World' Gets MakeOver After 15 Years

by Rainier on Dec. 21, 2006 @ 3:40 a.m. PST

Lexicon Entertainment announce the signing of Another World 15th Anniversary Edition, a new enhanced version, completely recreated in full HD which includes newly remixed sounds and an exclusive remixing of the original soundtrack by the original music composer JF Freitas.

Another World bridged the gap between cinema and action adventure games with a completely new style of fluid cinematics and storytelling that captivated gamers when released originally in 1991 and redefined the genre. It went on to sell in excess of 1.000.000 copies on various formats and has become an iconic and much revered title within the gaming industry winning endless awards for its innovative approach and stylish presentation.

Eric Chahi’s influence, the architect and creative genius (author-programmer-graphic artist) behind Another World, has inspired many and through the game’s strong and compelling story and interactive ideas has changed the perception positively of the genre.

Another World 15th Anniversary Edition, a new enhanced version, is completely recreated in full HD which includes newly remixed sounds and an exclusive remixing of the original soundtrack by the original music composer JF Freitas. Gamers will be able to set the resolution up to 2048x1536 or the original 320X200.

Eric Chahi, in association with Elektrogames, through Another World 15th Anniversary Edition, has brought the game back to life by also redesigning gameplay to offer an even more compelling and intuitive experience to a worldwide audience.

Phil Noyce, Operations Manager, Lexicon Entertainment: “Another World 15th Anniversary Edition is a great title and with its updated features looks as fresh and vibrant as the day it was released. Those that did not see or play the game first time around will be enthralled and those that were fortunate to play the original will be equally captivated and intrigued!”

Eric Chahi: “Putting the Anniversary Edition together was a labour of love and I hope I can introduce new gamers to Another World and rekindle the passion of those who played the game and enjoyed it first time around!”

Abrial Da Costa, VP Sales & Marketing, Elektrogames :” We all are proud to be able to offer a cult game like “Another World” in this exclusive 15th Anniversary Edition. This is a dream which finally becomes a reality for a whole generation of players moved by this exceptional universe.

Another World chronicles the story of being hurtled through space and time by a nuclear experiment that goes wrong. You assume the role of Lester Knight Chaykin, a young physicist.You’ll need to dodge, outwit, and overcome the host of alien monsters and deadly earthquakes that plague the alien landscape you now call home. Only a perfect blend of logic and skill will get you past the deadly obstacles that lie in wait.

Features of the game include:

  • Rotoscoped animation.
  • Cinematic zooms, pans, close-ups and scaling.
  • Compelling story.
  • All 3D graphics totally recreated – Play in High Resolution 2048x1536
  • Enhanced, redesigned and original features – a totally customizable edition.
  • The making of Another World documentary.
  • Plus a lot lot more surprises

The legend lives again………………………..

Another World 15th Anniversary Edition due out in March 2007 on PC

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