Business Wire: Care for a game of cards? Sierra shuffles Hoyler Blackjack and Hoyler Solitaire to r

BELLEVUE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 1, 1996--Sierra On-Line today announced the release to retailers of two additional titles in the popular Hoyler Classic Games series: Hoyler Blackjack and Hoyler Solitaire.

Whether you're a weekend Vegas warrior or a classic card game lover, Sierra's new Hoyle offerings are sure to keep your decks shuffling!

Hoyle Blackjack brings "21" into the 90s with full Internet capabilities allowing users to play the game real-time over the net with players from around the world. Hoyle Blackjack is the first Internet playable Blackjack title!

The product's comprehensive tutorial teaches every aspect of the game including when to stand, hit, double down, split or surrender. Hoyle Blackjack also features a tournament mode allowing players to compete against actual human opponents, or a variety of animated computer characters -- each with distinct personalities and different skill levels. Run out of money? No problem! Simply visit Hoyle Blackjack's cash machine! Sensational graphics make this game a must for home computers and offices alike.

Hoyle Blackjack is currently available at a street price of $14.95 on CD-ROM for Windows 3.1 and Windows `95 (Internet feature is Windows `95 only) at your local software retailer or by calling Sierra Direct at 800-757-7707.

Hoyle Solitaire includes 28 of the most popular Solitaire games of all time, including Klondike, Poker Square, Pyramid, Fortress, Canfield, Golf and Bowling. The games are combined with engaging graphics, a customizable game environment and digitized background music for the ultimate Solitaire experience. An on-line tutorial assists the learning of new variations, while fun animations reward each winning game.

But Hoyle Solitaire doesn't stop there. Play the Card Flick game, a totally new spin on this classic game of skill. Flick virtual cards into a virtual hat for virtual points! When you're ready for a new flicking challenge, the scenery changes to provide for more card-flicking pleasure. But beware! Anything can happen in this not-so-predictable game, as each level has a secret waiting to be revealed.

Hoyle Solitaire is now available on CD-ROM for Windows 3.1 and Windows `95 at a street price of $14.95. Order Hoyle Solitaire through Sierra Direct at 800-757-7707 or purchase it at your local software retailer.

Founded in 1979, Sierra On-Line is one of the original developers and largest worldwide publishers of interactive entertainment, productivity and educational software. The company's common stock is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol SIER. Sierra's corporate headquarters are located in Bellevue, Washington.

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