Dark Fall and Dark Fall 2

Dark Fall - The Adventure Company will be publishing Dark Fall and Dark Fall II globally. Here are some brief details on the first game, Dark Fall.

Game Summary

“There is something here, a power, in here with us...."

Returning from work you listen to a frightened and cryptic voice message from your brother, a talented architect redeveloping the old Dowerton station in Dorset, England. Boarding a train to meet him, you travel to Dowerton alone, wondering what adventure you may be embarking on...

When you arrive, the train is empty and the station is deserted. You begin to explore - the train tunnels, the station, the adjoining hotel, and the grounds - and discover that although no one is there, you are not alone. Finding artifacts, ancient documents and a valuable journal, you realize that the area holds a history of disappearances and hauntings dating back centuries.

Time and history appear to repeating itself, but what is your role in all this? Why were you chosen for this task? What is the “Dark Fall”? Will you become consumed by the darkness as well?

Armed with ghost hunting gadgets, and using the clues left behind by the spirits, set out to uncover the mystery of Dark Fall.

It is always waiting...

Features

- A perfect blend of adventure and suspense set in beautiful, grippingly eerie environments to capture the imagination
- Challenging puzzles to complete
- 25+ hours of gameplay.
- More than 40 rooms and locations to explore
- Immersive haunting ambient background sounds and music.


Suggested Retail Price: $19.99
Release Date: July 24th, 2003
ESRB: Pending ('E' Expected)


System Requirements

Windows® 95/98/2000/ME/XP
Pentium® 233
32MB Ram (64 MB Recommended)
24x CD ROM (or PC DVD)
SVGA capable graphics adapter
32 bit color at 640x480
Mouse / Keyboard / Speakers
Marketing Support

Previews available at;

http://www.xxvproductions.co.uk/darkfall/dowerton.html


Screen Shots

http://www.xxvproductions.co.uk/darkfall/dowerton.html

Demo

Coming Soon!

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Excellent news. Congratulations to Jonathan.

This isn't really surprising when you think about it. I actually heard a few weeks ago that Jonathan had found a major publisher for Dark Fall II, and it just makes sense that the Adventure Company would also re-release Dark Fall on their label to give some context to the sequel.

I know we all already see Dark Fall as a big success, but this will increase its sales big time.

I know everyone looks at the whole "make the game and sell it independently" thing as romantic, but it allows Jonathan to concentrate on what he does best - make games - and not on the nuts and bolts of sales and distribution.

What Fongo said!

Congrats Jonathan.

Quite an accomplishment for Jonathan...Congrats! Mow he can MAKE MORE GAMES!!!

Mow=Now...sheesh

Hello all,

You heard right! The Adventure Company will be publishing Dark Fall : The Journal (new name for the first game) and also Dark Fall II : Lights Out. Both games will be available on the store shelf.

This is great news for all of us! Without having to do my daily trips to the Post office I can now concentrate just on the production side of things. Which means more games (like Rae said)!

Hmm, my local Post Office will wonder where I've gone!

Jonathan

P.s. A huge thank you to all those that have supported me this last year, and bought the game through the XXv website. Those original game units may be collectable now!

Hey gordon kind'a old news huh? chris

This is old news? First i've heard of it!
Rusty

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I shoulda Baaged this one months ago!
However, Contratulations Jonathan, and if Dark Fall is coming out in July, when is Two going to be released?

Jonathan, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!
You must be SO VERY excited!! This is certainly a very well deserved accomplishment! "Dark Fall" is such a good looking game, it should have been on store shelves all along. I'm so happy for you. You are paving the way for all of us indies!!

Mike.

Jonathan, Congratulations!! This is a great break for you in your development career! I wish you all the best of luck and hope to see more of what you gave us the first time around!

...but Jonathan....you'll still come to see us here won't you...I mean....as you become rich and famous you won't forget us will you Best of luck and soooooo deserved

Happy Gamer

Just think.. Dark Fall in a box Think I just might purchase it again..
I cant wait for Dark Fall 2..when is it coming out?? I bought Dark Fall 1 last July so its been almost a year..
What ever happened to Sliver??
Jonathan I hope you become very successful in making adventure games, and never change your style..Is there going to be a Dark Fall 3..??

Congratulations Jonathan! I think many people here realize how difficult it is to produce a game like Dark Fall, especially alone. For your courage and work ethic you deserve it.

I read it again, and I get it now, its being released AGAIN, but this time you wont have to get online to get it. Congratulations Jonathan, one of my all time favorite games, and I cant wait for Darkfall 2.

Who's idea was it to add "The Journal" of all things to the first one?! I'm thrilled at this opportunity for you, Jonathan, don't get me wrong, and I loved the first DF. I'm just curious about the add-on in the name, that's all.

Maybe I should have bought two or three copies of Dark Fall to begin with, so that when it becomes an incredibly rare game (as an original by Jonathan when he was an Independent) I'd have one or two to trade. As it is, I wouldn't give up my original disc for anything. OK.....maybe for the Roberta Williams Anthology, but other than that, not for anything!
Wow, Jonathan, you have been a busy guy this year. I'm very happy for you. I sort of feel like one of the lucky people who bought one of the Harry Potter books before J.K. Rowling became famous, and then they realized they had to share their discovery with everyone else! But you have our address here at Gameboomers, so hopefully you will still pop in now and then when you aren't at important Adventure Company meetings, etc. And you won't let them cut out the cat sequence in Dark Fall II, will you???!!!
Happy gaming,
Beth

Hi all,

Thanks for the congrats, and thoughts. Of course I'll be popping into GB's on a regular basis, I do play other AdGams after all. Where would I keep up with what's hot and what's not!

I added "The Journal" subtitle. It makes more sense when you are producing a series. In all my original notes I refered to it by that name, as a certain journal featured in the game ties the events together.

Also, yes, the 'cat' sub story is still planned for DFII : Lights Out.

Anyway, thanks again.

Jonathan
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Congratulations Jonathan, all that hard work paid off. I bought the first game when just came out. And loved it and is one of my top 10 favorits and so happy for you, that now you have more time to create more wonderful games. And can't wait for the second Dark Fall. Keep up the good work and again congratulations well deserve.

Liz

Congrats!!

I am so happy for you and it couldn't have happened to a nicer guy. I wish you all the best in the future.

Congratulations Jonathan! Success like this couldn't happen to a nicer or more deserving guy!! Best of luck with Dark Falls II.

Most excellent! I'm so very proud of you, Johnathan.

Inferno

Well congrats Jonathan. Of course like Lexxy said - It couldn't happen to a nicer person and the recognition of your artistry is more than well deserved. <img border="0" alt="[kiss]" title="" src="graemlins/kiss.gif" />

WHat a coup for DC to get to publish DarkFall II: Lights Out as well as re-release your first title.

Laura

Way to go Johnathon!!! All those dreamcatcher adventure fans won't know what hit them. They'll be very pleased with this game--lots looking for something scary.

Jonathan you were talking of a Mac release of "Dark Fall 1 & 2". Is this still on? Dreamcatcher no longer support that platform.

Congratulations on having found a publisher to back you!

I'd like to add my congrats to all of those above and ditto Peter's question re Mac releases. I am breathlessly awaiting DF 2!

Congrats Jonathan. Loved DF I. I look forward to II.

Jonathan, let me add my congrats to everyone elses. I loved Dark Fall and am so happy to hear that you will be able to concentrate more on gaming making then running back and forth to the Post Office. Much continued success. I'm really happy for you.