Sigma Designs announces wealth of new MPEG titles; Nine new interactive games, music and edutainment for all ages and interests

Business Wire, May 10, 1995

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 10, 1995--Sigma Designs (NASDAQ:SIGM), the world's leading manufacturer of MPEG interactive multimedia products, today announced it will publish nine new CD-ROM-based, fully-interactive titles, from the stunning techno-thriller Silent Steel, to the delightful childrens' classics Sleeping Beauty and Aladdin.

Created to take advantage of the interactive MPEG features provided by Sigma Designs' RealMagic products, the new CD-ROM-based titles will premiere at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles. These new titles include: -0-

-- Silent Steel from Tsunami Media -- all-video, cinematic strategy adventure ($69.95)(1)

-- Return to Cyber City by Fathom -- a sequel to the best-selling action game ($59.95)

-- Space Age by Readysoft Inc. -- exciting full-screen animation from the original laser disc arcade classic ($59.95)

-- The Masters by Creative Multimedia -- golf history from the Masters Tournament ($39.95)

-- Black & Blue by Binding Energy -- Black Sabbath and Blue Oyster Cult rock hits ($49.95)

-- Dizzy Gillespie by Reed Agency -- the last recording of the great musical artist's work from a 1980 concert -- featuring 12 songs and music videos ($49.95)

-- Sleeping Beauty by Jones & Jones -- an interactive storybook of the children's classic ($39.95)

-- Aladdin by Jones & Jones -- one of film animation's most popular stories brought to life ($39.95)

-- In the Company of Whales by The Discovery Channel -- beautifully presented video of whale behaviors ($39.95)

(1) All prices listed are the manufacturer's suggested retail price -0-

"Sigma's titles momentum is building through our expanding work with many leading software developers to create new, innovative and compelling interactive MPEG products," said Mike Nelson, president of Sigma Designs' software business units. "RealMagic MPEG titles are the beginning of a new era in interactive entertainment."

Silent Steel, a suspenseful CD-ROM-based strategy adventure game with an advanced branching storyline engine leading to multiple outcomes. Lead the crew of the U.S.S. Idaho as your nuclear submarine is stalked by an enemy vessel as part of an intricate plot threatening the stability of the free world.

In the Company of Whales takes you on a spellbinding multimedia journey with nature's most spectacular creatures. Experience extraordinary encounters -- never before captured on video -- with some of the rarest whales on Earth. Narrated by Patrick Stewart, this CD-ROM includes 45 action-packed minutes of exclusive video and in-depth information about whales and their habitats.

Return to Cyber City -- In this sequel to the best selling action game, this exciting title with seamless branching launches Cyber City combatants into a feature-film style world with remarkable visual depth and impact. Blast your way through Cyber City, fight in hand to hand combat with robots to board the space train and counter-attack the evil Guardian on his home planet.

Space Ace Guide Ace, earth's greatest hero, as he battles the evil Commander Borf, rescues the beautiful Kimberly and saves the earth. Space Ace is the follow-up to Dragon's Lair, with all the breathtaking full-screen animation and sound of the original smash-hit arcade game, brought to your PC by RealMagic.

Sleeping Beauty -- This interactive storybook recaptures the beloved fairy tale which takes on new dimensions in this richly illustrated and animated multimedia story book. The reader is transported to a land where every wood is enchanted, every princess is protected by fairies, and faith and courage are always rewarded by true love. Beautiful illustrations, animation, sound effects and an original music score enhance this wondrous tale. An on-screen dictionary helps children with new or difficult words.

Aladdin -- An interactive storybook, Aladdin follows the story of a poor tailor's son as he unwittingly becomes the master of a wonderful lamp and its powerful genie. Participate in the adventure via the interactive capability that allows you to make decisions and throw Aladdin some unexpected curves. Young players have their reading skills reinforced while an on-screen dictionary helps with new or difficult words.

Dizzy Gillespie -- This is his last recording, one that jazz music aficionados will consider a "must-have" addition to their CD music library.

Black & Blue -- A rare chance to hear Black Sabbath and Blue Oyster Cult from their 1980 concert, featuring over 12 songs and music videos.

The Masters -- An interactive journey through the Masters 60 year history. Experience all the drama of the master's tournament, and relive its greatest moments on this interactive MPEG CD-ROM for Windows. Explore the course with spectacular aerial videos of each hole. The Masters captivates you with hundreds of images, live action video and informative player interviews.

All of these RealMagic Interactive MPEG titles, as well as 20 others, will be available in June at retail outlets worldwide, with suggested retail prices ranging from $39.95 to $69.95. Interactive MPEG versions of all these and other Sigma Designs RealMagic Interactive MPEG titles will be distributed by Sigma Designs to computer retailers worldwide. These titles can also be purchased through Sigma Designs' RealMagic Software Catalog by calling 800/494-8848.