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November 3, 2005 – Montreal, Canada
LVL*Studio also joins today the growing network of Virtools Authorized Game Developers. LVL*Studio has been working with Virtools since over 1 year now, and has completed the development of several highly acclaimed prototypes, including Dino Highway. Among its latest products is Sapiens, just released on October 19th, 2005 (English version available at http://sapiens.lvlstudio.com/html/site_en.html), a persistent 3D online multiplayer role-playing game based on the popular TV documentary Homo Sapiens about human evolution and produced by Pixcom. "With the Virtools software, we were able to accelerate the process of 3D assets integration in a multiplayer game environment. We were thus able to develop a fun and original game, while respecting tight deadlines and budgets." said Mr. Jean-François Gagnon, CEO of LVL*Studio. "LVL Studio combines the expertise in several complementary media like: IPTV, digital media and video games – this makes them very unique and experts in their field using Virtools: make online multiplayer games in record time." added Virgile Delporte, Vice President of Sales and Managing Director of Virtools Canada Inc.
About LVL*Studio LVL*Studio is a leading Canadian innovator in today’s rapidly expanding digital media industry, with broad-based expertise in the development of consumer online services for the IPTV, Internet and multiplayer game markets. LVL*Studio designs state-of-the-art solutions tailored to a broad spectrum of platforms and interactive devices, and applies an end-to-end approach that combines creative, cutting-edge products with the highest standards of professional, accessible service. It develops and operates a wide range of value-added online services to provide compelling entertainment and information-based content, and specializes in all aspects of the development of on-screen interfaces for both television and the web. Additionally, LVL*Studio produces and markets a number of innovative software applications for embedded devices. The company serves corporate clients who are dedicated to enhancing their own consumers’ experience by delivering the latest television and digital media applications – from broadcasters and TV producers, to content distributors and telecom and cable service providers. For more information, visit www.lvlstudio.com LVL*Studio Communications contact: Michèle GIROUX
About Virtools With several thousands of users throughout the world, the Virtools Software Suite enables prototyping, development and deployment of offline and online/networked video games. Virtools clients include major game studios such as Electronic Arts, Remedy, Nickelodeon, Sony Computer Entertainment, Microsoft, Dreamcatcher, Warner Bros Online and Ubisoft, etc. Among its partners in the gaming industry, Virtools counts Microsoft, Sony, Nvidia/ATI, Autodesk, Alias, Newtek, Avid, Havok and Metrowerks. Along with applications in the field of video Games, Virtools technology is used for industrial simulation/virtual reality and marketing/multimedia applications, counting industry leaders among its clients, such as Procter & Gamble, PSA Peugeot Citroën, EDF, EADS, CEA, CNRS, France Telecom, Matsushita, American Department of Energy, Intel, Publicis Networks/Renault, Arte TV and L'Oréal. 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. Since Q4 1999, Virtools is the leading provider of comprehensive software development solutions for building innovative, highly interactive 3D content. In June 2005, Virtools became a fully-owned subsidiary of Dassault Systèmes, a leader in the 3D software market. For more information, visit www.virtools.com Press contacts: Virtools SA |
