CRADLE OF ROME
Publisher: D3Publisher
Developer: cerasus.media
Release Date: November 18, 2008
Platform: Nintendo DS
Suggested Retail Price: TBD
ESRB Rating: “E” (Everyone – Alcohol Reference)

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
In Cradle of Rome, Ancient Rome will rise again as players re-create the city of old using a unique variation of the much loved Match-3 puzzle mechanic to build more than 20 masterpieces of Ancient Roman architecture. Players will gather resources by matching rows of 3 or more on the puzzle board to obtain as many as possible before time runs out. The more resources players gather, the faster they can build the city from a lowly saw mill and progress to such historical monuments such as the Temple of Venus and eventually the mighty Coliseum. Multiple gameplay modes offer various degrees of difficulty and a vast array of bonus tools adds even more incentive to continue playing and achieve your goals faster. More than 100 mind-bending levels, each with its own puzzle board design, will call for players to use a different strategy each time to build and conquer their way to become Emperor!

KEY FEATURES:
·Beloved Match-3 Puzzle Mechanic – Recreate the legendary city of Rome using a unique variation of the highly addictive Match-3 puzzle mechanic to gather resources by matching rows of 3 or more and obtain as many as possible before the time runs out.

·More than 100 Mind-Bending Levels – Each level has a unique puzzle board design that will require a different strategy.

·Short- or Long-term Play Sessions– Play in long or short doses since the depth of the game does not waver according to the length of a gameplay session; each puzzle ranges from 5-15 minutes.

·Build Your Own Empire – Build an empire as you gather resources such as wood, tools, gold and more—the more you gather, the faster you can build the city from a lowly saw mill and progress to gain access to 20 historical monuments from five eras such as the Arch of Titus, The Temples of Venus and Saturn and eventually the mighty Coliseum.

·Secret Bonus Tools – A vast array of bonus tools adds even more incentive to continue playing—unlocking these tools not only makes clearing the board easier, but also increases the opportunity to gather more resources, gold and treasure!

·Multiple Gameplay Modes Offer Various Degrees of Challenge – Players will solve puzzles to build the Roman Empire in Play mode and replay their favorite puzzles in Relax mode.