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November 17, 2004 – Montreal, Canada
In the wake of Beesly's Buzzwords success, Flashbang Studios renewed its confidence in Virtools technology and used the Software Suite to produce another stunning real-time 3D downloadable game. Flashbang Studios built the gameplay on the robust physics engine, to create an immersive and fun player experience with a high degree of replayability. The Virtools Physics Pack also played a key role in scripting the highly interactive gameplay while maintaining an aggressive development timeline. “We were able to move from design documents and a prototype to a completed game in less than three months. The Virtools Software Suite provided a well-oiled content pipeline, the tools necessary to support a team, and the flexibility to support such a rapid development schedule,” said Matthew Wegner, Development Director at Flashbang Studios. Virgile Delporte, VP Sales Americas for Virtools Canada Inc., added, “With this game, Flashbang raises the bar for the downloadable market. Thanks to Virtools technology, they were able to deliver outstanding results under tight deadlines, maximizing value in the low-cost downloadable market.” Sealab 2021: Sweet Mayhem can be downloaded from http://www.adultswim.com/games.
Virtools launched its commercial activities in 1993 with consulting and services targeting interactive real-time 3D. With vital industry needs in mind, Virtools built the company's initial software solution, Virtools Dev. As an Independent Software Vendor since Q4 1999, Virtools has become the leading provider of comprehensive software development solutions for building innovative, highly interactive 3D content. With several thousands of users throughout the world, the Virtools Software Suite enables prototyping, development and deployment of offline and online/networked video games, along with applications in the fields of industrial simulation/virtual reality and marketing/multimedia. Virtools clients include major game studios such as Electronic Arts, Microïds, Sony Computer Entertainment, Microsoft, Dreamcatcher, Warner Bros Online, Blue Fang Games and Ubisoft, as well as industry leaders such as Procter & Gamble, EDF, EADS, CEA, CNRS, France Telecom, Matsushita, American Department of Energy, Intel, Publicis Networks/Renault, Arte TV and L'Oréal. Among its partners in the gaming industry, Virtools counts Microsoft, Sony, Nvidia/ATI, Discreet, Alias, Newtek, Havok NxN and Softimage. More information at: http://www.virtools.com
About Flashbang Studios Flashbang Studios, LLC develops innovative original and licensed properties for the casual and downloadable games markets. Flashbang Studios was founded in 2003 to develop games with widespread appeal for diverse markets. These so-called “casual games” focus squarely on accessible, addicting, and aesthetically-rewarding gameplay for gamers of all ages. Flashbang Studios plans to broaden the casual market with fresh 3D and physics-based gameplay with their forthcoming titles. More information at www. flashbangstudios.com
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