Microgaming launches first hitman game…
Press release:
MICROGAMING LAUNCHES FIRST HITMAN GAME FOLLOWING DEAL WITH EIDOS
ISLE OF MAN - Microgaming announces it has released its eagerly awaited HITMAN game, following a global licensing deal with games giant Eidos Interactive. The release follows in the footsteps of Microgaming’s hugely popular Lara Croft series.
HITMAN is a global gaming phenomenon and continues to break new ground in the so-called ‘thinking shooter’ genre. With the player placed in the role of a retired assassin, this video slot replicates the exploits, advanced features and thrilling missions that raised the game to the top of the global gaming pile. Microgaming has managed to create a suspense-filled 15 line video slot that provides adrenalin-fuelled excitement and many opportunities for solid wins through Wilds, a new and thrilling 3 reel Expanding Wild feature, Scatters, Free Spins and Bonuses.
Players can enter a mysterious world and take out a contract to big winnings in a cutting edge, engrossing and multi-level game, with a host of exciting features. Some of the best, photo-realistic graphics in the business pit Agent 47 in his ultra-cool, dangerous guise, right through an assortment of tools-of-the-trade, such as sniper rifles, deadly drugs and the glint of cold hard steel.
Timing for the launch could not be better, as production starts on the long awaited movie. Due for release in October 2007, the film features Timothy Olyphant – star of US hit series, Deadwood in the lead role.
Roger Raatgever, CEO, Microgaming, says, “Hitman is something really special, so it goes without saying that we are delighted to have struck this deal. Anyone who has experienced the thrills of Hitman on a PC or console will know we have an absolute cracker on our hands. Ever since the launch of our massively successful Lara Croft slots we’ve been looking for the next big thing to excite the players and this delivers in every way. But it doesn’t stop there; we have equally exciting deals in the pipeline and I look forward to announcing those later in the year.”
About Microgaming
Since the company developed the first true online casino software over a decade ago, it has led the industry in providing innovative, reliable gaming solutions. Thanks to an unrivalled R&D programme, that averages four new releases a month and a unique ‘partnership’ approach to working with operators, Microgaming can be found powering many of the world’s most visited and profitable online casino sites. The Microgaming Progressive Jackpot Network is the world’s largest progressive and has paid out a record $225m plus in the last four years.
Microgaming software also powers the world’s leading poker network. With over 40 card rooms and one of the most aggressive tournament schedules on the web, the Microgaming Poker Network ensures players will always find an active table, as well as the hottest action.
As a founding member of eCOGRA, Microgaming is at the forefront of an initiative focused on setting the highest standards in the gaming industry, most notably in the areas of fair gaming, responsible operator conduct and player protection.
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