Silent Hunter II Debuts at Retail
SSI's Long-Awaited World War II Submarine Simulation Launches Today
San Francisco, CA - November 6, 2001 - Ubi Soft Entertainment and SSI today announced that retail shipment of the long-awaited Silent Hunter II has begun. The latest simulation in the award-winning Silent Hunter series, Silent Hunter II recreates the desperate battles in the Atlantic between Hitler's infamous U-boat force and British and American convoys - lifeblood of the Allied war effort. "Silent Hunter II represents the next generation in World War II submarine simulations," says Bret Berry, VP of Product Development for Ubi Soft. "It's impressive features, beautiful 3D environment and unrivaled gameplay set a new standard for naval combat."
Product Features
Combat a wide array of enemy forces including destroyers, armed merchant ships, and aircraft.
Highly detailed 3D world featuring over 200 exacting ship and aircraft models - the most detailed and realistic environment yet seen in a naval simulation
All major U-Boat stations realistically modeled in both form and function.
Realistic modeling of the ocean environment, ship motion, weapons systems, and weather effects.
Riveting campaign game covers the entire length of the War in the Atlantic.
Scalable realism settings make the game accessible to both beginners and experts.
Superior AI offers the ultimate challenge to the most experienced commander.
Technical Consultant: During World War II Admiral Erich Topp commanded the U-57 and U-552. After the war he served in the West German Navy and in NATO.
Product Information and System Requirements
ESRB Rating: Everyone
Platform: PC-CDROM
Computer: Windows® 95/98/ME
CPU: Pentium II 266 or faster (600 recommended)
Memory (RAM): 64 MB RAM or greater (128 recommended)
Sound Card: DirectX 8.0 compatible
Video Card: DirectX 8.0 compatible 3D card w/16 MB RAM ( 32 recommended)
Multi-player: Single player; Internet/LAN connection for optional link to Destroyer Command
For additional product information please visit
http://www.silenthunter2.com.