The following announcement has been made by The Adventure Company:

Toronto, June 15, 2005 – The Adventure Company, a leading publisher of adventure games, today announced ECHO: Secrets of the Lost Cavern has gone gold for Windows in North America. This unique adventure game will ship to retailers June 21, 2005.

In ECHO: Secrets of the Lost Cavern, uncover the mysteries of a forgotten time. Delve into an inspiring world of exploration and enlightenment as you embark on a quest filled with puzzles and intrigue. Venture across beautifully rugged landscapes and use your wits and keen awareness of the terrain to survive the vast wilderness. In a harsh and primitive world, take on the role of Arok, a young boy who embarks on a perilous journey that leads him away from his clan to the heart of one of mankind’s forgotten wonders. Encounter many fascinating characters along the way, but only help from a chosen few will reveal the secrets of the lost cavern.

Game Features

• Solve a multitude of engaging puzzles and participate in enchanting shamanistic ceremonies
• Explore captivating photo-realistic environments including far-reaching landscapes and the depths of magnificent cave systems
• Use your resources cleverly to survive the wilds of nature: hunt, fish, and fend off predators that may threaten your quest
• Create masterful works of art whose stories will help you along your journey
• Access the in-game encyclopedia filled with historically accurate data on the Paleolithic period

Developed by Kheops Studio, ECHO: Secrets of the Lost Cavern has an ESRB rating of “E” for Everyone. For more information, or to download the trailer, visit http://www.adventurecompanygames.com/tac/echo/index.html.

-- Frank D. Nicodem, Jr.