Companies
7th Level
http://www.7thlevel.com/
These guys have been busy, and it shows. Read about the latest gaming project, check
out their Free Demos section, visit the Company Store, or try out their Chat feature,
where you can communicate with other gaming fiends.
Aristoplay, Ltd.
http://intergalactic.com/aris.htm
Provides company information and a catalog for this maker of educational computer
games. Also provides Aristokids, a free newsletter that offers games and fun facts.
Epic Megagames
http://www.epicgames.com/
See some examples of why Epic's motto is "Only for Pentium. Only for Windows 95."
This site provides information on Epic's latest releases and tantalizing upcoming
products. Download demos of their latest 2D and 3D shoot 'em ups, contact Epic employees,
or read the latest news on their collaboration with other game companies.
LucasArts Entertainment Company Presents
http://www.lucasarts.com/menu.html
If you've got a few minutes, enter this page's URL, then go grab a cold one. Although
the graphics are a little ambitious for a 28.8 connection, the page provides unique,
useful links not found at other sites. Check out LucasArts' Entertainer magazine,
shop the company store, or download demos from their library of games. The Recruitment
Center is for all those who dreamed of working in the gaming business.
Microprose Software
http://www.microprose.com/mpshp.html
Creators of the award-winning Civilization and X-Com strategy games. This humorous
site includes info on future projects, Cool Stuff—Microprose products—and technical
help.
Pop Rocket, Inc.
http://www.poprocket.com/
Provides home site for Pop Rocket games, producers of Total Distortion. Includes
game background, links to the Shockwave Game Arena, Rocket Shop, press releases,
and interviews with the game designers. Also includes online contests, merchandise,
and ordering information.
Shadow Island Games
http://www.pbm.com/
Play by electronic mail (PBEM) Olympia and Arena at this site. Provides game background,
dice server services, and information about PBEM games.
Sierra On-Line
http://www.sierra.com/
This opening page and the Guest page for Sierra On-Line is small compared to the
Welcome page you can access if you join their "club." Click on Join to sign up for
Sierra's club; click on Members if you are already a member. If you can find their
Demos link, you will have hit pay dirt. This site is updated daily.
Sony Electronic Publishing
http://www.sepc.sony.com/SEPC/index.html
Do you want to get the latest information on Sony PlayStation and Psygnosis games
and products? This site provides upcoming game information, technical specifications,
and previews.
Virgin Zesty Bytes
http://www.virgin.com/
Virgin Interactive's home page provides a number of snack treats for the gaming addict.
Dip into the Tasty Samples to read about Virgin's current product line and to download
several working demos. The publisher of the immensely popular 11th Hour sequel to
7th Guest, provides links and information for this salty brain stumper.
Virtual Entertainment
http://www.cts.com/~vrman/
Provides information about VR Slingshot interactive virtual sport games. Includes
detailed descriptions, pictures, and ordering information. Provides online test version
of VR Slingshot.