April 18^th, 2002 (12:00am) -

Cary, NC, April 18, 2002

Shrapnel Games proudly announced the release of the Space HoRSE
demo today. More information on Space HoRSE, a strategy game
designed to appeal to even the casual strategy gamer, can be found at
the Shrapnel Games website at www.shrapnelgames.com.

Tim Brooks, President of Shrapnel Games, said, "Designer Todd
Gillissie has taken inspiration from the classic 1980’s computer
simulation, M.U.L.E., and has produced a game that young and old
alike should enjoy. This title has already broken sales records for pre-
release ordering. We believe the demo will prove the quality of this
product and lead to an even greater increase in pre-orders."

Space HoRSE is easy and friendly enough for kids to learn basic
economics, while it challenges and entertains even experienced
gamers. After you play a game of Space HoRSE, you will be hooked.
It’s short learning curve and high fun factor is addicting.

* Single computer multiplayer of up to four players
* Mouse, keyboard, and multiple joystick/gamepad input
* Original music from Data-Regeneration Project
* Over 45 different random events
* 3D animated cutscenes
* Several species, with more to download in the future
* Uses DirectX 8 for greater compatibility.

And much more...

Currently in beta, Space HoRSE is expected to go Gold on April 25,
2002. The demo is available at the Shrapnel Games website at
http://www.shrapnelgames.com. The retail price will be $29.95, but
those that pre-order the game before May 10, 2002 will save $5.00 off
the retail price.