A return of SSI...sort of

[GibbyG]

From Blues News....

SSI Vets form TSI
[Aug 08, 2014, 3:38 pm ET] - 14 Comments
Tactical Simulations Interactive (TSI) is a new developer formed by veterans of Strategic Simulations Inc. (SSI), which is today's second invocation of a classic computer gaming brand. And they are taking their roots seriously, saying they are looking to provide a new generation with the classic "gold box" RPG experience that made SSI famous. A TSI Games website is online, but this is currently just teasing us with a countdown that will hit zero on August 18th at midnight EDT. Here's what they have to say for themselves for now:
Tactical Simulations Interactive (TSI), a new independent video games studio with old school RPG sensibilities, has been established by Strategic Simulations Inc. veterans Paul Murray and David Shelley, and company President David Klein.

Drawing on their experience at SSI, the team at TSI aims to provide the next step in meaningful player experiences in the same way that SSI's 'Gold Box' titles did during the 1980s and 1990s.

David Shelley takes on the role of Producer/Lead Designer, while Paul Murray serves as Technical Designer at TSI. The team was integral to the international success of Strategic Simulations Inc.'s genre-defining RPGs, such as Curse of the Azure Bonds, Pool of Radiance, and Wizard's Crown.

David Shelley, Producer/Lead Designer, TSI said:
"Tactical Simulations Interactive is a return to providing the player full control of their party, with a focus on creating immersive and unforgettable story experiences, exciting exploration, meaningful social/political choices, and robust tactical combat."

http://www.bluesnews.com/s/153961/ssi-vets-form-tsi

[MetalDog]

I wonder what fantasy realm they will take from this time?

[Jarhead0331]

I'd like them to work on making games like some of those old classic TBS games...

[bbmike]

Three words....Soldiers At War!

[magnus]

 Who the hell cares about their RPGs?

They need to get to work on Battles of Napoleon II or Age of Rifles II.

[Cyrano]

Oh, the the Dragonlance stuff sold a hojillion copies in the day...no doubt about that.

Me, AGE OF RIFLES.

Let's go people...

Best,

Jim
"Cyrano"
:/7)

[-budd-]

Age of rifles...YES............. didn't SSI release steel panthers

[SirAndrewD]

AGE OF RIFLES???  Did someone say Age of Rifles?

I would sacrifice a gaggle of mewling children to Gorto for a proper sequel to Age of Rifles. 

[Michael Dorosh]

From Blues News....

SSI Vets form TSI
[Aug 08, 2014, 3:38 pm ET] - 14 Comments
Tactical Simulations Interactive (TSI) is a new developer formed by veterans of Strategic Simulations Inc. (SSI), which is today's second invocation of a classic computer gaming brand. And they are taking their roots seriously, saying they are looking to provide a new generation with the classic "gold box" RPG experience that made SSI famous. A TSI Games website is online, but this is currently just teasing us with a countdown that will hit zero on August 18th at midnight EDT. Here's what they have to say for themselves for now:
Tactical Simulations Interactive (TSI), a new independent video games studio with old school RPG sensibilities, has been established by Strategic Simulations Inc. veterans Paul Murray and David Shelley, and company President David Klein.

Drawing on their experience at SSI, the team at TSI aims to provide the next step in meaningful player experiences in the same way that SSI's 'Gold Box' titles did during the 1980s and 1990s.

David Shelley takes on the role of Producer/Lead Designer, while Paul Murray serves as Technical Designer at TSI. The team was integral to the international success of Strategic Simulations Inc.'s genre-defining RPGs, such as Curse of the Azure Bonds, Pool of Radiance, and Wizard's Crown.

David Shelley, Producer/Lead Designer, TSI said:
"Tactical Simulations Interactive is a return to providing the player full control of their party, with a focus on creating immersive and unforgettable story experiences, exciting exploration, meaningful social/political choices, and robust tactical combat."

http://www.bluesnews.com/s/153961/ssi-vets-form-tsi

Very interesting news. Many gold boxes still reside on my shelf, though sadly as collector's items now.

[Greybriar]

I look forward to a return of SSI.

[Mr. Bigglesworth]

Bring Greyhawk to life.

[Double Deuce]

Who the hell cares about their RPGs?

They need to get to work on Battles of Napoleon II or Age of Rifles II.

+1

[Micha]

Great news.

[FlickJax]

My most enjoyable gaming sessions were during SSI's hey day, looking forward to the rebirth.

[Shelldrake]

Great news.

+1