Summoner event
Posted by @ 2:00 PM, EDT
THQ will kick off a PS2 press event to show of Volition’s RPG, Summoner.
A few lines from the pressrelease:

``This is a particularly exciting year for our industry,'' stated Brian Farrell, president and CEO, THQ. ``The capabilities of the next generation of console systems enable us to create the most immersive interactive entertainment experiences to date. We are delighted with the initial response to `Summoner' and to be the first publisher to host a PlayStation 2 press event previewing our product.''

``Our goal for `Summoner' is to create a truly unique fantasy role-playing game experience with striking environments, distinctive characters and exciting gameplay, each of these elements integrated in a truly compelling story line,'' stated Mike Kulas, president, Volition Inc.

Summoner PlayStation 2 Features

• Full 3D engine with a third-person view and a graphic quality that rivals top action games


• Dynamic camera system offers cinematic views, including zooming, rotating and panning controls


• Control up to five characters or Summoned creatures in your party


• Jaw-dropping magical and summoning effects


• Complex story with unique characters inspired by literature, folklore and mythology


• Amazing in-game cinematics


• Incredible variety of weapons, spells, monsters and characters