The handheld Vikings from Blizzard are on store shelves now. BLIZZARD ENTERTAINMENT(r) SHIPS
THE LOST VIKINGS(tm) FOR THE GAME BOY(r) ADVANCE
IRVINE, California - March 25, 2003 - Blizzard EntertainmentĂ’ announced today that it has begun shipping The Lost Vikings(tm) for Game Boy(r) Advance - the company's first title under its recently formed Blizzard Classic Arcade(tm) label.
"The Lost Vikings was one of the first games that Blizzard developed, and we look forward to bringing the game to a new generation of players," stated Mike Morhaime, Blizzard Entertainment president and co-founder. "We have fond memories of The Lost Vikings, and we felt that the 10-year anniversary was the ideal time to revisit this game. Additionally, the style of gameplay translates well to the Game Boy Advance. "
In The Lost Vikings, players must employ the skills of three unique Viking characters cooperatively to solve puzzles, conquer enemies, and navigate the Vikings' treacherous voyage back home. The game provides hours of arcade-style action with over 35 levels, numerous enemies, and hundreds of mind-bending puzzles.
In order to advance through levels, players must learn to master the abilities of the powerful runner Erik the Swift, the burly defender Olaf the Stout, and the unyielding swordsman Baleog the Fierce. As the adventure continues, players will encounter many different worlds to explore, including Prehistoria, Egypt, The Great Factory, and Wacky World.
The Lost Vikings is available at retail chains nationwide for the Game Boy(r) Advance at a price of approximately $29.99. The game is also offered directly through Blizzard at (800) 953-SNOW or www.blizzard.com.
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