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Press release:
SEATTLE – Aug. 29, 2022.
“Colossal Cave – Reimagined by Roberta Williams“, the ultimate 3D interpretation of the original text adventure from Sierra On-Line founders Ken and Roberta Williams, will soon transport eager adventurers on Nintendo Switch to the fantastical unknown, in addition to the previously announced platforms PC and Meta Quest 2.

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous Eden untouched by mortal hands…until now. Enchanted with the prospect of magical discoveries, plant a confident boot on the path ahead, unhindered by the looming threat of danger. Armed only with a trusty lantern and a limited supply of oil, cast a curious eye through massive underground labyrinths in search of something extraordinary.

Tread lightly through winding caverns so as to not awaken a magnificent dragon from its slumber. Encounter whimsical creatures of both friendly and cruel intention including adorable dwarves, brutish trolls, and fearsome pirates lurking within the corridors. Employ magic and wit to unveil mystical secrets and decrypt complex environmental puzzles. Discover exciting easter eggs and collect all 15 priceless hidden treasures before venturing back to the mortal realm.

“Colossal Cave – Reimagined by Roberta Williams will soon be accessible to gamers worldwide on an additional platform,” says Ken Williams, founder and CEO, Cygnus Entertainment.

“We hope to bring back the spirit of traditional adventure games for devoted fans who grew up with the original game and the new generation of explorers alike. We believe bringing Colossal Cave Reimagined by Roberta Williams to the Nintendo Switch will help us do that. ”

Ken and Roberta Williams are making a comeback under a new company, Cygnus Entertainment, and are excited to create more amazing projects like those the seminal classics of the 1980s and 1990s that put them on the map including King’s Quest and Phantasmagoria, to name a few. The duo were awarded the Pioneer Award at the GDC 2020 along with the Industry Icon award at The Game Awards in 2014 and hope to continue their successful stride.

First revealed in the Unity booth at the 2022 Game Developers Conference on PC and Meta Quest 2, Colossal Cave – Reimagined by Roberta Williams will now release on Nintendo Switch™ for $39.99. It is also available to wishlist now, and features English, Japanese, German, Portuguese, Spanish, and Chinese language support.

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About Cygnus Entertainment
Cygnus Entertainment is an independent studio based in Seattle, WA founded by industry trailblazers Ken and Roberta Williams. With decades of experience between them through the creation of multiple foundational titles including King’s Quest V: Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder! and Phantasmagoria, Cygnus Entertainment focuses on crafting entertaining game experiences that provide maximum fun while delivering thrilling challenges.

For more information, visit the official website.