Zoo Entertainment have announced they are releasing, under their indiePub label, Storm for the Xbox 360 XBLA, PS3 PSN, and PC this Summer. Storm was developed by Eko Software and in the game you control the weather and have to grow seeds into tree's. by using the weather, you have to guide them through nature themed levels. there are 49 levels, 3 main elements, 4 secondary elements, 5 different kinds of seeds, and 4 seasons. The trailer shows how you can use the elements in different ways to manipulate the environment or to move the seed.
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Press Release
CINCINNATI – May 19, 2011 – Zoo Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ CM: ZOOG), a leading developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment software, along with developer Eko Software today announced plans to release physics-based puzzle game Storm under its indiePub labelin Summer 2011 for Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation® Network and PC.
“We are constantly in search of innovative projects for the indiePub label, and as the Community Favorite of our first game development competition, we are proud to be involved with the release of Storm,” said Mark Seremet, Zoo CEO. “The unique gameplay elements of Storm are coupled with a serene soundtrack to create an inspired gaming experience that can be enjoyed for hours at a time.”
In Storm, players control the weather to grow seeds into trees by guiding them through nature-themed levels set to a tranquil music background. By manipulating the weather elements, players solve puzzles. However, conjured weather can either help or hinder along the way. Seeds are transported past obstacles with gusts of wind, torrential downpours and bolts of lighting to reach various checkpoints throughout the game. Featuring 49 intriguing levels, players use three main elements and four secondary elements to maneuver five different kinds of seeds in each of the four seasons.
The three main elements include wind, lighting and rain. Wind moves seeds around. Lightning can break up rocks, set grass on fire and make seeds jump. Rain maneuvers seeds by filling up holes, extinguishing fires and creating bubbles. Secondary elements both complicate and enhance gameplay. Tornadoes strengthen wind, blowing seeds to higher ground. Bubbles also elevate seeds by enabling them to float, and can be used with wind to transport seeds across longer distances. Snow builds up, creating a cushion for seeds to access higher ground. Finally, ice provides a smooth sliding surface for seeds to move across.
Each level can be played in three unique game modes – adventure, challenge and spirit. Adventure mode allows untimed playthrough to unlock levels and progress in the game. Challenge mode has players finish unlocked levels to beat completion times and raise scores. Spirit mode features special orbs that are placed within the levels for players to collect as a means to rack up points and earn trophies.
Mind-bending yet relaxing, Storm is rated E for Everyone and will be available Summer 2011 at a MSRP of $9.99 for PSN and PC and 800 Microsoft® Points for XBLA. For more information visit www.stormthegame.com. For press assets (media only), please visit: http://bhimpact.gamespress.com/product_page.asp?i=1184.
About Zoo Entertainment
Zoo Entertainment is a developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment software targeted to family-oriented mass-market consumers. With a strong network of leading national mass-market retailers, its casual and value-focused titles span categories including sports, family, racing, game show, strategy, action-adventure, and more. Zoo Entertainment software is developed for all major consoles, handheld gaming devices, PCs, and mobile devices as well online and download game services.
Zoo’s innovative content creation site, indiePub (www.indiepub.com), was designed to capitalize on opportunities in the emerging and high growth digital entertainment space. The site fosters the independent gaming community by playing host to independent game developers and players and providing developers with the resources they need to collaborate and create great games. A destination site for gaming enthusiasts and consumers, indiePub takes an active role in helping independent developers create innovative entertainment software.
For more information, visit www.zoogamesinc.com.
About Eko Software
Eko Software is a company established in 1999 which produces and develops console video games. It develops its own creations, which are currently distributed throughout the world. Eko Software also develops high-quality video games on behalf of its clients, via franchises which are awarded to it. Eko Software is currently developing games, proprietary technologies and tools for the Microsoft Xbox 360, Nintendo DS and Wii consoles, as well as for the Sony PSP and PlayStation 3.
