PRESS RELEASES
6/17/2008 - EMI CMG Distribution and Cloud 9 Games sign long-term distribution agreement.
6/17/2008 - Cloud 9 Games announces release of 2nd music expansion pack - Christian Rock!
11/7/2007 - Cloud 9 Games signs digital distribution agreement with Integra Interactive.
9/19/2007 - Cloud 9 Games Introduces Heavenly Harmony Christmas Classics!
8/6/2007 - GONE GOLD! CLOUD 9 GAMES begins shipping of first-ever Christian karaoke game.
CLOUD 9 GAMES OFFERS GOLDEN OPPORTUNITIES FOR FAMILES WITH UPCOMING RELEASE OF HEAVENLY HARMONY GOLD KARAOKE GAME AND JAMpak FOR GUITARS AND DRUMS
AUSTIN, Texas - July 25, 2008 - Singers of all ages tested their vocal skills at the International Christian Retail Show last week in Orlando, Florida, where Cloud 9 Games revealed its upcoming products. Heavenly Harmony Gold will be released in stores this September. It will include several key features of the original karaoke game, Heavenly Harmony, such as pitch recognition and immediate performance feedback, unlocking clothing and venue options, and mini games to help improve vocal skills. However, the Gold edition will add 30 new songs from top artists including Chris Tomlin, Sanctus Real, Newsboys, Avalon, Rebecca St. James and many more. The game also features lead and background vocals/harmony for selected songs, and recording capabilities as well. In addition, each copy of Heavenly Harmony Gold will include a USB mic, which will enable the game to support up to four singers at a time with the purchase of additional microphones.
"It is exciting times for family entertainment products. Heavenly Harmony Gold is unlike any other game ever developed. Now an entire family of four can sing and record their very own hits," explained Curtis Ratica, president of Cloud 9 Games.
Adding to the anticipation, Cloud 9 Games will be offering a free, downloadable expansion pack this winter called JAMpak, which will enable people to play the guitar or drums through the karaoke game by using their existing USB guitars or drum sets originally made for their Xbox
and PlayStation systems. With these new features in Heavenly Harmony Gold, there can potentially be up to six players at a time, such as 2 singing lead, 2 singing harmony, one playing the guitar, and one playing drums. Over the last few years, many people have asked the game company to produce something with musical elements such as these, and now kids and families will have a more positive alternative other than the hard-core singing and instrumental games that are currently available in the mainstream market.Cloud 9 Games continues to grow, expand, and lead the way for providing family-friendly entertainment with games that are educational and fun for people of all ages. Earlier this year, Cloud 9 Games signed a distribution agreement with EMI Christian Music Group (CMG) Distribution, and the game company's current and upcoming products will be in Christian retail stores across the country in plenty of time for Christmas.
About Cloud 9 Games, Inc. (www.cloud9games.com):
Cloud 9 Games, headquartered in Austin, Texas, is an independent developer and publisher of Christian entertainment software. Founded by a veteran of the video game industry, Cloud 9 Games is a leading developer and publisher of quality Christian entertainment.For additional information, contact
Jennifer Ratica, Cloud 9 Games
512-436-9107 or
info@cloud9games.com
Contact: Tricia Whitehead, The Spinhouse
615-599-7746 or Tricia@TheSpinhouse.comEMI CMG DISTRIBUTION AND CLOUD 9 GAMES BRING NEW FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT TO CHRISTIAN RETAIL WITH RELEASE OF HEAVENLY HARMONY MUSIC KARAOKE GAMES
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. - June 17, 2008 - EMI Christian Music Group (CMG) Distribution and
Cloud 9 Games share a vision to grow the family entertainment genre that has begun with the just released Heavenly Harmony, a karaoke and vocal performance game and companion Christian Rock expansion pack and will continue this fall with the release of Heavenly Harmony Gold.The projects are part of a long-term distribution agreement that gives EMI CMG Distribution exclusive rights to North American distribution of all games developed by Cloud 9 Games, one of the leading developers and publishers of quality Christian entertainment.
"Home family entertainment continues to be a growing category and a bright spot for Christian retail sales and the musical element of Cloud 9 Games' products aligns perfectly with EMI CMG Distribution's business. We believe in Cloud 9 Games and feel confident of our ability to help them grow Heavenly Harmony and their other family friendly games," said Greg Bays, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for EMI CMG Distribution.
"Cloud 9 Games was founded out of a desire to provide family entertainment void of the violence and R-rated material prevalent in the video game market," said Curtis Ratica, President. "We've partnered with EMI CMG Distribution, not only for their outstanding history of success as a distribution company, but because they have demonstrated a similar commitment to vision in all that they do."
Heavenly Harmony (for Windows) uses a hand-held microphone (included) and players can sing to their favorite tunes as the games' pitch-recognition technology displays accuracy in real-time, helping players stay on pitch and on time. Players unlock clothing options for their characters and move on to bigger and better performance venues as singing skills improve. Heavenly Harmony includes mini-games/activities to help aspiring singers improve vocals as well as 25 great Christian songs to perform. These songs are a mixture of hymns, praise and worship, plus Contemporary Christian, including "Amazing Grace," "Every Time I Fall," "Friend of God," "I Can Only Imagine," "On My Knees," "Open The Eyes of My Heart," "Praise The Lord," "Shout To The Lord" and "The Old Rugged Cross."
The game's expandable options allow users to add their own personal styles of music, including the Christian Rock expansion which will have its world-wide release simultaneously with Heavenly Harmony. Rock songs from today's most popular Christian artists such as Kutless, Jeremy Camp, Steven Curtis Chapman, Audio Adrenaline, Sanctus Real, This Beautiful Republic and Falling Up are featured on this expansion pack.
Heavenly Harmony Gold, which is still under development, will include 30 new songs developed for the karaoke game. Songs from artists Steven Curtis Chapman, Newsboys and Avalon are confirmed for the project and other current top-selling songs expected to be added to the game in time for its September release.
About Cloud 9 Games, Inc. (www.cloud9games.com):
Cloud 9 Games, headquartered in Austin, Texas, is an independent developer and publisher of Christian entertainment software. Founded by a veteran of the video game industry, Cloud 9 Games is positioned to be a leading developer and publisher of quality Christian entertainment.About EMI CMG Distribution (www.emicmg.com):
Billboard Magazine's annual Top Christian Music Distributor since 1995, EMI CMG Distribution was founded in 1994 to serve as the main distribution outlet for EMI CMG's owned and distributed labels to the US Christian and general retail marketplace, and the international Christian marketplace. In addition to distributing EMI CMG fully-owned labels, which include EMI CMG Label Group's Sparrow, ForeFront, and Credential imprints, as well as EMI Gospel and Worship Together, EMI CMG Distribution has exclusive distribution agreements with Tooth & Nail/BEC, Gaither Music Group, Gotee, Big Idea, Hal Leonard, Inpop, OMG Records, Troubadour for the Lord, Universal Music Group, VSR Music Group, Cartoon Pizza, Genius Products, Guardian Studios/Bananas, Safe Side and Third Day Games. EMI CMG Distribution is a division of EMI CMG, a unit of EMI Music, part of EMI Group (www.emigroup.com); one of the world's leading music companies.# # #
Cloud 9 Games signs digital distribution agreement with Integra Interactive
In-store burning of Heavenly Harmony music expansions packs!
Austin, TX (November 7th, 2007) - Cloud 9 Games announces agreement with Integra Interactive for the licensing rights to burn in-store it's Heavenly Harmony music expansion packs through the Integra myMEDIA BurnBarÔ system.
"We continue to look at new and innovative ways to bring our exciting products to market and partnering with the leading digital solutions provider for the CBA market is another step in that direction." said Curtis Ratica, President of Cloud 9 Games, Inc. "Heavenly Harmony has been a hot selling product in the first 3 months since it's release. All of our major accounts have already placed re-orders, so giving customers easier access with the assurance that the products are always in stock is a fantastic combination."
The exclusive agreement will give shoppers the ability to see trailers of each video game and then have it burned immediately to CD or DVD in the store.
"Cloud 9 is an innovative game company and Heavenly Harmony is a unique video game. Integra Interactive is excited to be able to digitally burn the add-on packs instantly for shoppers in over 250 Christian retail stores through our myMEDIA BurnBar™ system." stated David Amster, Chief Innovation Officer. In addition, customers will also be able to view the game's video trailer in more than 650 stores nationwide by scanning the barcode or looking up the game.
The Solomon Says Bible Trivia family of products will also be available through the myMEDIA BurnBar™ systems.
About Heavenly Harmony
Heavenly Harmony is the world's first and only Christian karaoke game offering real-time performance feedback. Game features 25 great Christian songs, 8 performance venues, a wide variety of character options, a hand-held microphone and the ability to expand the music library through music expansion packs. The recently released Heavenly Harmony Christmas Classics Expansion Pack features 20 wonderful Christmas songs including "Joy To The World", "Jingle Bells", "Silent Night", "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" and many more!About Cloud 9 Games, Inc.
Cloud 9 Games, headquartered in Austin, Texas, is an independent developer and publisher of Christian entertainment software. Founded by a veteran of the video game industry, Cloud 9 Games has positioned themselves to be a leading developer and publisher of quality Christian entertainment.Contact Information:
For additional information or to order products, visit www.cloud9games.com,
or call 512.436.9107.
©2007 Cloud 9 Games, Inc. All rights reserved. Heavenly Harmony and Solomon Says are trademarks of Cloud 9 Games, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.
GET IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT as Cloud 9 Games Introduces Heavenly Harmony Christmas Classics!
Expansion Pack Adds 20 Famous Christmas Classics to the Hit Christian Karaoke Computer Game
Austin, TX (September 19th, 2007) - Cloud 9 Games, Inc., a leading Christian game developer, announced today that it will take its Christian karaoke game to another level with the debut of Heavenly Harmony Christmas Classics. Featuring 20 of the greatest Christmas songs ever written, Heavenly Harmony Christmas Classics will be the first music expansion pack for the world's first interactive Christian karaoke game.
"Everybody likes to sing Christmas songs, whether they are young or old, Christian or not. These songs are without a doubt some of the most popular and well-known songs in the world," stated Jennifer Ratica, Marketing Director for Cloud 9 Games, Inc. "Christmas is the time of year when family members unite from all over the world. What could be more fun, entertaining and rewarding than to gather the family, pass the mic around, sing, laugh and enjoy each other's company?"
Heavenly Harmony Christmas Classics Music Expansion Pack #1 includes the following songs:
Heavenly Harmony Christmas Classics is available for a suggested retail price of $19.95 at Christian retail stores or online at www.cloud9games.com
Heavenly Harmony Karaoke and Vocal Performance Game is the only Christian karaoke computer game series in the world. It offers an unparalleled interactive music computer game experience that not only scores players on their singing pitch and rhythm but also displays the exact note they are singing and the note they should be singing. Using the hand-held microphone (included), players can sing to their favorite tunes as the amazing pitch-recognition technology displays their pitch accuracy in real-time, helping them stay on pitch and on time. Players unlock clothing options for their characters and move on to bigger and better performance venues as their singing skills improve. Heavenly Harmony also includes mini-games/activities to help aspiring singers improve their vocals as well as 25 great Christian songs to perform. These songs are a mixture of hymns, praise and worship, and contemporary Christian.
About Cloud 9 Games, Inc.
Cloud 9 Games, headquartered in Austin, Texas, is an independent developer and publisher of Christian entertainment software. Founded by a veteran of the video game industry, Cloud 9 Games is leading the way in creating quality Christian entertainment software for all ages to enjoy. Investment opportunities are currently available. Contact Curtis Ratica at curtis@cloud9games.com for more details.
Contact Information:
For additional information or to order products, visit www.cloud9games.com
or contact directly
Cloud 9 Games, Inc.
512-436-9107
info@cloud9games.com
©2007 Cloud 9 Games, Inc. All rights reserved. Heavenly Harmony is a trademark of Cloud 9 Games, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.
GONE GOLD! CLOUD 9 GAMES WILL BEGIN SHIPPING FIRST-EVER CHRISTIAN KARAOKE/VOCAL PERFORMANCE GAME AUGUST 8TH
New Technology in Heavenly Harmony Offers Ways to Improve Vocals While Having a Blast!
Austin, TX (August 6th, 2007) - Cloud 9 Games, Inc., a leading Christian game developer, announced today that Heavenly Harmony, a Christian karaoke and vocal performance game, has officially gone "Gold" for Windows PC's. The title will begin shipping to retailers, distributors and consumers worldwide August 8th. Heavenly Harmony will be available at the suggested retail price of $44.95 and is appropriate for children and adults of all ages, as long as they like to sing!
"Cloud 9 Games is extremely excited about this product and the reception it received at its unveiling during the International Christian Retail Show last month. Seeing the faces light up and hearing the positive comments of people as they played the game for the first time was an overwhelming joy," stated Curtis Ratica, president of Cloud 9 Games, Inc. "We are certain, based on the response we've seen, that this will be the most sought-after Christian entertainment product this fall and during the Christmas season."
Using the hand-held mic (included), players can sing to their favorite tunes as the amazing pitch-recognition technology displays their pitch accuracy in real-time, helping them stay on pitch and on time. Players unlock clothing options for their characters and move on to bigger and better performance venues as their singing skills improve. Heavenly Harmony includes mini-games/activities to help aspiring singers improve their vocals as well as 25 great Christian songs to perform. These songs are a mixture of hymns, praise and worship, plus contemporary Christian, including:
Expandable
Even more exciting is the ability for users to add their own personal preferences to their music libraries with the release of future music expansion packs. This October, players can find themselves getting in the Christmas spirit with the Heavenly Harmony Christmas Classics expansion pack, featuring 20 popular Christmas songs. Several more expansion packs are in the works, including Christian Rock, Modern Praise and Worship, Contemporary Christian and Hymns/Gospel.
About Cloud 9 Games, Inc.
Cloud 9 Games, headquartered in Austin, Texas, is an independent developer and publisher of Christian entertainment software. Founded by a veteran of the video game industry, Cloud 9 Games has positioned themselves to be a leading developer and publisher of quality Christian entertainment.
Contact Information:
For additional information or to order products, visit www.cloud9games.com
or contact directly
Cloud 9 Games, Inc.
512-436-9107
info@cloud9games.com
©2007 Cloud 9 Games, Inc. All rights reserved. Heavenly Harmony is a trademark of Cloud 9 Games, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.
Cloud 9 Games Announces World's First Christian Karaoke and Vocal Performance Game To Be Released This August
Real-Time Performance-Based Game Enables Players to Improve Their Skills While Having Fun
Austin, TX (June 19, 2007) - Cloud 9 Games, Inc., a company committed to providing quality Christian entertainment, announced today that the world's first Christian karaoke PC product offering real-time feedback will appear in stores this August. However, it's not just mere karaoke; Heavenly Harmony also includes the cutting-edge technology to provide specific information regarding a player's performance as well as activities for improving vocal skills. After playing a demo of the game, Randy Phillips stated, "As a singer with Phillips, Craig and Dean for 16 years, I have often wondered, 'How would I do on American Idol?' Well, I don't have to wonder anymore. Heavenly Harmony cued up a song for me and analyzed my pitch as I sang. Amazing!" Whether you are an aspiring singer, choir member, or someone who likes to sing when no one is around, Heavenly Harmony provides a fun yet challenging way to improve your vocals.
Curtis Ratica, the president of Cloud 9 Games, stated, "Heavenly Harmony provides features never before found in any computer game, and the fact that it's a Christian-themed game makes it even more exciting. Never before has there been a singing game that offers the type of feedback this game provides." The public will get its first glimpse of Heavenly Harmony at this year's International Christian Retail Show in Atlanta, Georgia from July 9th - 12th.
Special Features Make This Game Unique
To start, players select one of 25 popular Christian songs, such as "Shout to the Lord," "I Can Only Imagine," Praise the Lord," and "Amazing Grace." As the music begins, players will experience the feel of a real performance as they sing into a microphone and watch their on-screen character come alive! The exclusive notation system actually places the streaming lyrics against an accurate musical score, providing an easy way to learn note placement and music composition. Also displayed on the screen in real-time are the notes being sung into the microphone as well as the correct notes sung by the recorded artists, so the two can be compared. Players earn points each time they are on pitch and achieve the correct timing. As the song progresses, a meter displays whether the player belongs in one of three categories: the shower, the choir, or on tour. Players are also rewarded by special effects if they do well, like doves being released or grand curtains opening to display a beautiful stained-glass image of Christ. At the end of every performance, players are shown how many times they were flat, sharp, and on pitch. Those who do really well achieve a silver, gold, or platinum ranking.In addition to the real-time performances, short but targeted mini games/activities really make this product one-of-a-kind. Players can choose from a variety of games/activities to focus on specific aspects of their vocals, such as pitch accuracy, control, and range. For example, those who want to practice singing the right pitch can select "Tune-a-Tuna." The object of this clever game is for the player to help Peter get as many fish out of the boat as possible before the storm arrives. To move the basket to the left, the player must sing a specific note on pitch and then must also be able to sing another specific note on pitch to move to the right. Furthermore, players have to modulate their volume to control the speed of the basket. This game is great practice for those who tend to have trouble hitting the right notes and staying on pitch in a real performance.
Adding more excitement to the game, as players improve their skills and earn more points, certain items are unlocked. For example, players begin to have more choices in clothing as well as accessories for the characters, including shoes, hats, and even funky sunglasses to make them look especially cool during a performance. In addition, an excellent performance will unlock various venues. For instance, everyone starts off small, in the "Garage Party" setting. If enough points are earned, the garage door opens, and people gather to listen to the song. Then, just as singers progress in real life, players who perform well are able to move on to bigger and better locations, including settings such as a beautiful sanctuary, a mountain meadow overlooking the Bay area, an evening boardwalk beside a carnival, a giant stadium packed with thousands of people, and Heavenly Harmony's own spectacular Grand Ballroom.
Compatibility and Future Releases
This game has great appeal for those who plan to pursue a singing career, those who sing in a choir, and those who enjoy singing just for fun. Cloud 9 Games also plans to release future add-on packs for specific genres of music, such as Christmas songs for the upcoming season this fall. Heavenly Harmony provides a creative way to have fun and improve your vocal skills - whether by yourself, with your friends, or with your entire family. The game is compatible with Windows 2000, XP, and Vista. Just install the program, plug in the microphone (included with the game), and let the show begin!To purchase Heavenly Harmony upon its release, visit your local Christian retail store or go to www.cloud9games.com to order online. For those who prefer a little more privacy, headsets are also available for an additional charge.
About Cloud 9 Games, Inc.
The mission of Cloud 9 Games is to provide people with an entertaining alternative to mainstream computer and video games. Curtis Ratica, the founder and president, is a thirteen-year veteran in the gaming industry. When the president of one of the companies he used to work for announced that he wanted their games to be more like Hollywood by including more sex and violence, Curtis knew God was calling him to take a stand in the industry. Thus, Cloud 9 Games was born in 2005. Since that time, Cloud 9 Games has produced the award-winning Solomon Says: Anything Goes Bible trivia game and Solomon Says: Amazing Animals Bible trivia for kids. Both are compatible with the Dance Praise game produced by Digital Praise. Regarding Heavenly Harmony, Curtis Ratica declared, "I've worked on over 20 titles in my video game career, and I've never been more excited about a game than this one. This will be the hot ticket this Christmas season!" With its new karaoke game about to be released, Cloud 9 Games is proud to lead the way in producing innovative, high-quality entertainment that the whole family can enjoy.For additional information, please contact Cloud 9 Games, Inc.
512-436-9107
info@cloud9games.com
©2007 Cloud 9 Games, Inc. All rights reserved. Cloud 9 Games, Heavenly Harmony and Solomon Says Bible Trivia are trademarks of Cloud 9 Games, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.
CLOUD 9 GAMES ANNOUNCES SOLOMON SAYS – ANYTHING GOES BIBLE TRIVIA, A LIGHTHEARTED AND FUN BIBLE TRIVIA GAME FOR THE PC
Austin, Texas – December 7, 2005 – Cloud 9 Games, Inc. today announced the release of their first title, Solomon Says – Anything Goes Bible Trivia for the Personal Computer. The game is available for purchase through their website as a boxed version or downloadable version at www.cloud9games.com.“We want to provide a positive alternative to the rapidly increasing violence found in mainstream video and computer games. The Solomon Says Bible Trivia Series is the first step towards that objective,” said Curtis Ratica, President of Cloud 9 Games, Inc. “The Bible is full of wonderful details and incredible stories. What better source is there for creating fun, healthy games for people of all ages to enjoy? With Solomon Says, you will find out exactly how much you know about the Bible, and I guarantee that you will learn more every time you sit down and play this game. It’s the game where everybody wants to be a wiseguy!”
Gameplay Description / Key Features
Solomon Says offers two modes of play, 1 player and 2 or 3 player mode. In 1 player mode, the player competes against the clock to answer questions as the point value counts down. Answering incorrectly will deduct 25% of the starting base value. The base value is dependent on the difficulty level, which can be easy, medium or hard.For 2 or 3 player mode, players compete against each other, striving to become the wisest wiseguy! There is no timer, but points are deducted for each incorrect answer. If players can answer 5 questions correctly in a row, they are presented with a wacky bonus question sure to make anyone laugh.
Both modes feature the Solomon Slam Daddy Point Multiplier! This random event allows players to choose the multiplication factor for the next question. This factor ranges from 1X to 3X. Players can win or lose a great deal using this feature. Determining when to use the Solomon Slam Daddy feature is a true test of wisdom!
Players can choose from 1 of 3 characters to begin the game. These characters have unique and hilarious voices to complement play. Five more characters can be unlocked once certain scoring goals are accomplished!
About Cloud 9 Games, Inc.
Cloud 9 Games, Inc. strives to become the premiere Christian game developer in the world, bringing quality software entertainment for people of all ages to enjoy. Future plans include mainstream console games as well as more computer games. Currently in development is the 1st Volume of Solomon Says Bible Trivia For Kids – Even Animals Love God! This title is scheduled for release the summer of 2006. This game will feature 8 animal characters to play as and over 500 questions about animals in the Bible. This series of titles will be specifically geared towards children. More information can be found on their website at www.cloud9games.com.
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