Finally, Europeans can surf on their GameCubes.
ACTIVISION'S KELLY SLATER'S PRO SURFER® RIDES ON TO RETAIL SHELVES
London, UK - October 18, 2002 - Surf's up! Action sports fans can now ride the waves like a pro with the release of Activision, Inc.'s (Nasdaq: ATVI) Kelly Slater's Pro Surfer®, which is currently available at UK retail outlets. The game lets players join six-time world champion surfer, Kelly Slater and eight other top pros as they travel to 13 of the most popular and recognizable surf spots in the world in search of the perfect wave. Kelly Slater's Pro Surfer for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the XboxTM video game system from Microsoft and Nintendo GameCubeTM is rated 3+ by Elspa and carry a suggested retail price of £39.99. The Game Boy® Advance version is rated 3+ and has a suggested retail price of £29.99.
"Kelly Slater's Pro Surfer gives gamers the chance to experience the surfer lifestyle with the sport's biggest legends and embark on the ultimate surf trip," states Larry Goldberg, executive vice president, Activision Worldwide Studios. "The game's innovative wave generation system, detailed graphics and intuitive controls allow players to pull off insane combos and experience the thrill of being one of the world's top surfers."
In Kelly Slater's Pro Surfer, players experience an all-out adrenaline rush as they drop down huge wave faces, pull into barrelling tube rides and pull off hundreds of massive trick combinations and signature pro moves. Players choose their own path as they interact with famous surfers, sponsors, magazines and photographers. Exotic real world locations and events including full beach environments with real landmarks and hazards lend authenticity to the game. Multiple modes of play let gamers choose from Career Mode, Free Surf and multiplayer games and each mode unlocks new riders, boards, events, videos and secret breaks. Kelly Slater's Pro Surfer features ultra-realistic ocean conditions including barrels and tubes, and is the only surfing game to have populated waves, where gamers can ride alongside other surfers. Players can also use the Record Book feature to track individual rider stats and world records set throughout the game.
