AUSTRALIA – Sydney, September 2008 \u2013 Today Ubisoft and CBS Consumer Products announced the all-new video game CSI: NY. For the first time in the CSI video game series, CSI: NY will allow you to play as actual characters from the hit TV show. The video game features five new original cases crafted by writers from the CSI: NY television series and will launch for the PC at the end of 2008.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are thrilled to offer fans a new type of crime-solving experience with CSI: NY,\u201d said Tony Key, senior vice president of sales and marketing for Ubisoft. \u201cWith an all-new graphic novel art style, improved player controls and added interactive gameplay, CSI: NY will provide a more accessible approach for fans looking to immerse themselves in the show\u2019s universe.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are excited to be partnering with Ubisoft again on the next iteration in the successful CSI video game series,\u201d said Liz Kalodner, executive vice president and general manager of CBS Consumer Products. \u201cWith CSI: NY\u2019s engaging storylines, compelling characters and unique visual style, it is a natural progression to extend the experience into a video game that effectively brings the show to life.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Ubisoft\u2019s CSI video game franchise has sold more than 3.5 million units worldwide since the first CSI title was released in 2003.<\/p>\n
Game features include:<\/p>\n
SOLVE CRIMES IN THE BIG APPLE – Finally, CSI fans can experience the environment, characters and mysteries of CSI: NY. Piece together clues and uncover hidden evidence in the biggest city in America. Explore five brand-new, bizarre crimes and bring suspects to justice.<\/p>\n
PLAY AS THE STARS – For the first time, players can take on the role of CSI stars, playing characters Detective Mac Taylor and Stella Bonasera.<\/p>\n
MORE ACCESSIBLE GAMEPLAY – A new, moody graphic novel art style and enhanced, user-friendly interface will assure accessibility and hours of replay for all types of gamers. Improved gameplay includes new mechanics for conversations, computer use, blood work and much more.<\/p>\n
CONTROL INTERROGATIONS \u2013 For the first time, players can control interrogations and use evidence to reveal a suspect\u2019s lies. Take part in dramatic interrogations and create atmospheric reenactments while exploring grisly crime scenes inspired by the show.<\/p>\n
DIG DEEPER WITH NEW MINI GAMES – Includes an incredible variety of new mini-games, such as: code breaking, facial reconstruction, triangulating shooter locations, physics simulation reconstructions, Internet searching and more!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
AUSTRALIA – Sydney, September 2008 \u2013 Today Ubisoft and CBS Consumer Products announced the all-new video game CSI: NY. For the first time in the CSI video game series, CSI: NY will allow you to play as actual characters from the hit TV show. The video game features five new original cases crafted by writers<\/p>\n