PlayFirst Launches Dream Chronicles™ 2: The Eternal Maze
Leading Casual Games Publisher Builds on Momentum of Major 2007 Hit
SAN FRANCISCO - February 19, 2008 - PlayFirst, Inc., the leading publisher focused exclusively on casual games, today announced the launch of
Dream Chronicles™ 2: The Eternal Maze, the second game in the hit
Dream Chronicles series. Developed by KatGames, Dream Chronicles 2 incorporates components from hidden object, adventure and mystery genres to create a unique experience for casual game players. The game is available now for PC and Mac download at
www.playfirst.com.
Dream Chronicles 2: The Eternal Maze continues the story of Faye's adventure between the mortal and fairy world in search of her husband and daughter. With help from Faye's mother-in-law Aeval, players must solve puzzles in order to unravel the mystery and restore Faye's family.
"The original Dream Chronicles was the culmination of dreams. Today we have a masterpiece and a hit series on our hands," said Kenny Shea Dinkin, vice president and creative director, PlayFirst. "With its attention to detail in storyline and gameplay, KatGames has built upon its initial work to deliver an expanded sequel - with longer gameplay, more puzzles and more depth - that will keep players even more firmly immersed than the spellbinding original."
Features include:
- Extended Gameplay - 50 backgrounds, 25 chapters and a new mini-game add up to almost twice as much gameplay as the original
- Enhanced Graphics - Animated backgrounds in an Art Nouveau style
- Multi-Scene Puzzles - Challenges integrate not only items on the screen in view, but inventory items may be necessary to solve puzzles in multiple portions of the game
- Replayability - After the first round of gameplay, solutions to puzzles are randomized and objects are found in different locations in order to continue the challenge
This highly anticipated sequel has already received critical praise. In a recent review by casual games site Gamezebo.com, Chuck Miller stated "to say [Dream Chronicles 2] production values are excellent is almost an understatement, as it's among the cream of the crop in casual games and rivals anything in the dedicated adventure sector."
Please visit
http://www.playfirst.com/game/dreamchronicles2 for more information or to download a free trial. The unlimited version of Dream Chronicles 2 can be purchased for $19.95. For more information about publishing your game with PlayFirst or to submit your game to the 2008 Developer Dash program, please visit
https://developer.playfirst.com.
About PlayFirst, Inc.
PlayFirst is the leading publisher focused exclusively on casual games. Committed to building shared casual game experiences around lasting original brands, PlayFirst games are rich in gameplay, story and character. PlayFirst works with talented internal and external developers to bring mass market games to multiple platforms, including PC, Mac, mobile, handheld and console. The company's portfolio includes the world-renowned Diner Dash® franchise, as well as top-selling games such as Wedding Dash™, Chocolatier®, and Dream Chronicles™. Founded in 2004, PlayFirst is funded by Mayfield Fund, Trinity Ventures, Rustic Canyon Partners and DCM. For more information visit
www.playfirst.com and
www.dinerdash.com.
PlayFirst, Dream Chronicles, Diner Dash, Wedding Dash, Chocolatier, and all related titles, logos, and characters are trademarks of PlayFirst, Inc. PlayFirst, Diner Dash, and Chocolatier are registered in the U.S.
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