DARKNESS WITHIN: In Pursuit of Loath Nolder
Official Demo Released for Horror Adventure Game Inspired by H.P. Lovecraft

Toronto, Canada -- Oct 18, 2007 -- Leading publisher Lighthouse Interactive and developer Zoetrope Interactive today released a demo for their upcoming psychological horror Adventure game, Darkness Within: In Pursuit of Loath Nolder. This chilling PC CD-ROM game, inspired by the works of H.P. Lovecraft, will be releasing across Canada and the U.S. this Halloween. Darkness Within is Windows® Vista(tm) compatible.

Onur Samli, CEO of Zoetrope Interactive said, "The demo will take players into a world where nothing is as it seems. Mysteries unfold and players will toe the fine line between sanity and insanity. We wanted to create an eerie game world where players will enjoy being frightened. The story is also very involving - not only are players tasked with finding fugitive murder suspect Loath Nolder, but they must also uncover the astonishing truth behind their own character."

"Zoetrope created a suspenseful and intriguing adventure true to the works of H.P. Lovecraft. Darkness Within stands out from other games in its genre since it takes players deep into the dark recesses of the human psyche exploring themes such as the occult, nightmares and paranormal events," said Erik Schreuder, CEO of Lighthouse Interactive. "The demo gives players a peek into the twisted world built around a compelling murder investigation. Darkness Within will keep players entertained for hours!"

The demo features one of the frightening game settings players will encounter during the murder investigation. Strange happenings will occur, so players will need to keep their wits about them in order to escape the terrifying darkness.

GAME SUMMARY:
As police detective Howard E. Loreid, players are tasked to solve the murder of Clark Field, a wealthy man involved in the occult. At the top of your list of suspects is Loath Nolder; a highly respected private investigator who mysteriously abandoned his last case for reasons unknown. Rumor had it that he ventured to several exotic places around the world learning from tribe shamans and sorcerers. It remains a great mystery as to why Loath Nolder disappeared so suddenly, resurfacing five years later and resuming his investigations just as abruptly as he had left them. Why does this venerated P.I. now sit on the other side of the law?

Your seemingly routine investigation takes a dramatic twist as strange and terrifying happenings begin to plague your psyche. You experience lucid horrifying dreams and are tormented by paranormal happenings. Why do days pass instead of hours when you sleep? What's real and what's not? As you pursue fugitive murder suspect Loath Nolder, you must face dire truths hidden deep within a haunting darkness and the recesses of your mind.


FEATURES:
Built-in Hint System with 3 Difficulty Levels - Players can choose to play in Standard, Detective or Senior Detective modes.

Unique Inventory System - Utilizing the 'thinking screen' allows players to collect and examine items, and thoughts. Clues can also be researched, combined or used.

Dynamic Puzzles and Features - Traditional adventure game puzzles are complimented by deciphering dreams and underlining excerpts in documents to garner critical clues.

Enhanced Gameplay Experience - The proprietary game engine enables compelling special effects, stunning visuals, and dynamic lighting and shading, in a panoramic first person game environment.

Eerie Gameplay Atmosphere - An immersive experience is created by a fascinating story, chilling real-time cut scenes, and haunting music.


To find out more about Darkness Within: In Pursuit of Loath Nolder and to keep up with the latest news on the game, visit http://www.lighthouse-interactive.com/ and www.zoetropeint.com/In/gameinfo.htm.

Labels: Darkness Within, Lighthouse Interactive, PC

Lighthouse Interactive Acquires the North American Publishing Rights to Ship Simulator 2008

Toronto, Canada -- Sep 20, 2007 -- Leading publisher Lighthouse Interactive and developer VSTEP today announced that they have extended their publishing deal to include the North American rights to Ship Simulator 2008; the acclaimed naval simulation game for Windows®. The game will be released in Canada and the U.S. in Q1 2008. VSTEP will maintain the rights for online distribution.

Ship Simulator 2008 was released by Lighthouse in most European territories this year. The North American retail release will include all the free add-ons, including the upcoming multiplayer mode. Ship Simulator 2008 is the follow-up to the surprise simulation hit Ship Simulator released last year. Not only is the game Windows® Vista(tm) compatible, but it includes brand new harbors like San Francisco, new vessels including jet-skis and hovercrafts, and also advanced weather conditions, waves, visible damage, enhanced ship bridges, multiplayer and open sea missions. Ship Simulator 2008 will amaze players with its progress and will rock their simulated world!

"Ship Simulator and Ship Simulator 2008 have both received accolades from simulation fans, retailers and the press worldwide," said Steve Wall, VP of Lighthouse Interactive. "We are proud to be bringing this international hit to the North American market."

VSTEP's Technical Director, Pjotr van Schothorst added, "The North American version of the game will be packed with features including: 50 different single player and multiplayer missions, a Mission Editor, and the ability to track player profiles establishing their ranks in different ship classes."

SUMMARY:
Ship Simulator 2008 is a revolutionary simulation game that puts players at the helm of some of the most varied and detailed ships to be found at sea. Players will need to perform a multitude of tasks, all set within a stunning 3D environment. They will take control of a wide array of ship types - from massive cargo ships and ferries, to speedboats, yachts, water taxis and even the mighty Titanic. The waters you sail are as varied as the ships, with newly added harbors such as Southampton, Marseille and San Francisco. Ship Simulator 2008 recreates real world locations from around the world as well as the challenges of commanding a vessel on the open sea.

FEATURES:
*Dynamic ocean waves with realistic ship motions
*Long distance travels with open sea voyages between ports
*Advanced damage system showing holes in the ships after severe collisions with other ships and even icebergs
*50 new challenging missions for both single player and multiplayer modes
*Extensive day, night and weather systems
*8 new ships, an oil rig and 3 new locations: San Francisco, Southampton and Marseille
*Walkthrough functionality and interactive bridge controls on all ships
*Controllable container crane
*Advanced vector graphic sea chart with full-screen display option, transparency setting and high level-of-detail on text and depth readings
*Free-roam mode where players can choose a ship, an environment, weather conditions, time of day, and time parameters
*Advanced physics simulation model displaying realistic water effects like water splashing on the bow
*Extensive mapping options for keys and joystick buttons
*Anchoring and advanced rope system which allows you to connect and disconnect player ships to other ships or mooring boulders at will
*A system for sinking player ships when damaged below the water line
*Mid-mission save function
*Enhanced ship bridges with more interactive elements
*An advanced system for establishing ranks in different ship classes linked to the online player profile
*Ability to set a trajectory with waypoints in free-roaming mode by pointing-and-clicking on the game map
*Extended environments for Rotterdam and Hamburg harbors
*Option for dual-screen users (full chart on second monitor)
*Rating missions indicated by stars

For more information about Ship Simulator 2008 or Lighthouse Interactive, please visit http://www.shipsim.com/ and http://www.lighthouse-interactive.com/.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
OS: Microsoft® Windows® 2000 / XP / Vista®
CPU: 2.4 GHz Intel® Pentium® IV or AMD® processor
RAM: 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended for Windows® Vista(tm)) Video: 128 MB NVIDIA® GeForce(tm) 5900 or ATI® 9600 Pro / X600 video card
PC CD-ROM: 4x (or PC DVD-ROM drive)
Available Hard Disk Space: 500 MB
Multiplayer: LAN or 56K (or faster) Internet Connection
Sound: DirectX® 9.0 compatible sound card
Other: Keyboard, Speakers and Mouse with scroll wheel
Optional Controllers: Joystick, Joypad or Steering wheel

Labels: Lighthouse Interactive, PC, Ship Simulator 2008

UNDERCOVER: Operation Wintersun Now Shipping to Retail Stores

Haarlem, The Netherlands -- Sep 04, 2007 -- Leading publisher Lighthouse Interactive and dtp entertainment AG are proud to announce that their spy-thriller Adventure game UNDERCOVER: Operation Wintersun has begun shipping to retail stores across North America and Europe. The highly anticipated Windows® game on PC CD-ROM will be available at major retailers including: Wal-mart®, Fry's Electronics®, CompUSA® and Amazon®.

Lighthouse CEO Erik Schreuder said, "We are extremely proud to announce that UNDERCOVER: Operation Wintersun will soon be hitting store shelves. This is the first time players will have the opportunity to experience an Adventure game entirely set in World War 2 - a theme popular in other video game genres, but yet to be explored so deeply in an Adventure game." Schreuder went on to say, "This is a great game that allows players to go undercover to prevent the Nazi regime from building the World's first nuclear bomb. We are sure gamers around the World will enjoy the experience."

This third person perspective game with beautifully created 2D environments is no commonplace Adventure. It is best described as an enthralling point & click Adventure requiring stealth, cunning and puzzle solving skills, all set in Hitler's Germany. UNDERCOVER features a powerful spy-thriller theme with suspenseful situations. Although the story is purely fictitious, historical World War 2 facts remain highly authentic, establishing a compelling gameplay experience.

GAME SUMMARY:
In 1943, Hitler's Germany is performing scientific research on nuclear fission intending to produce nuclear energy, as well as devastating nuclear weaponry... Slip into the role of Dr. John Russell, a renowned British nuclear physicist who is hired by Britain's Secret Service MI6 to become an undercover agent. Your mission: prevent the Third Reich from building the World's first nuclear bomb. Embark on a dangerous and enthralling adventure that will have you looking over your shoulder and questioning who you can trust. Explore the heart of historic war-torn locations including: London, Berlin and Stalingrad, as you work with other Allied operatives to serve your country, the Crown, and defend the World from destruction.

FEATURES:

* Explore incredible vistas populated with ambient animations, dynamic weather effects, plus advanced lighting and shadows
* A variety of mini-games requiring quick wit and stealth adds depth to your gameplay experience
* Interact with plenty of characters integral to the elaborate character-driven plot
* Use your sharp observation skills to solve a multitude of challenging puzzles
* Highly realistic graphics combine with astonishing cinematics to create an immersive experience
* Mouse driven 3D real-time characters makes it simple to navigate

MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
OS: Windows® 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP
CPU: 1 GHz Intel® Pentium® processor or AMD® Athlon(tm) processor
RAM: 256 MB (512 MB recommended for Windows® XP)
Video: 64 MB DirectX® 9 support or better PC CD-ROM: 4x (or PC DVD-ROM drive)
Sound: DirectSound® compatible
Available Hard Disk Space: 2 GB
DirectX®: 9.0c
Other: Mouse, Keyboard and Speakers

To find out more about UNDERCOVER: Operation Wintersun and to keep up with the latest news on the game visit www.lighthouse-interactive.com and www.undercover-game.com.

Labels: Lighthouse Interactive, PC, Undercover Operation Wintersun