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Another World Announced for iPhone and iPad

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[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1j4gO9sR7zs]YouTube - Another World Hi-Res Intro[/ame]​

Whether or not you gasp when you see the name “Another World” in the headline will probably depend on your age. Younger gamers might go “huh?”, whereas those old enough to remember the groundbreaking classic French game will be jumping for joy at the news that it is about to appear on iPhone and iPad. To get a taster, check out the video of the Hi-Res PC re-release from 2006 above. The game’s visionary architect, Eric Chahi, has today revealed that he has chosen developer DotEmu and Publisher BulkyPix to bring the game to iPhone and iPad. Recognised by the gaming community for its pioneering and highly stylized vector graphics and animation, Another World is still revered as one of the greatest and most unusual titles of its era.

The game (which was called Out of This World in the US), was first released across numerous platforms in 1991, swiftly gaining cult status among critics and fans alike, due to its cinematic effects in the graphics, sound and cut scenes. Another World does not use static images or words to convey action, rather the characters communicate through their facial features, gestures and actions only. This throws the gamer right in at the deep end, with almost every scenario serving as a test of your wits.

In the game, you take on the role of Lester Knight Chaykin, a young scientist hurtled through space and time by a nuclear experiment that goes wrong, who must dodge, outwit and overcome the host of alien monsters and deadly earthquakes that plague the alien landscape he finds himself in. Only a perfect blend of logic and skill will get Lester past the deadly obstacles that lie in wait. Here’s what Vincent Dondaine, BulkyPix COO of Sales and Marketing Director, had to say about the forthcoming port:

“Another World is one of the most daring games ever created and we’re proud to be part of the team that will bring this terrific title to the iPhone and iPad platforms.” said Vincent Dondaine, BulkyPix COO of Sales and Marketing Director. “The game immerses you right from the start, begs you to react on impulse and rewards you by pulling you headfirst into this alien world and all the dangers that it beholds. We’re proud to bring thos great gaming experience to iOS.”

All we have for the release date is sometime later this year. Anyone else really excited about this too?! Hopefully another Delphine Software game, Flashback, will also get ported over to the iOS devices. That would be sweet!

Source: Bulkypix
 
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