MOSCOW, Jan 14, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) --
Warhammer(R) Online: Age of Reckoning(R) continues its worldwide
march as Mythic Entertainment(TM), an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS)
studio, today announced that the fully localized Russian version of Warhammer
Online: Age of Reckoning (WAR) will go live on February 5, 2009. The
Russian version of WAR will feature a fully localized gameplay
experience as well as regionally-based servers and customer support.
First launched in North America, Europe and Oceania in September of
2008, WAR continues to receive praise from media for innovative
features such as Realm vs. Realm(TM) gameplay and Public Quests(TM), picking
up numerous year-end critics awards including GameSpy's MMO Game of the
Year Award and IGN's Best of 2008.
"Everyone at Mythic Entertainment is honored and gratified each time we
get the chance to bring the glory of WAR to those who have yet to
experience it," said Mark Jacobs, co-founder and general manager of
Mythic Entertainment. "In February a whole new force of Russian recruits
will join the ranks of Order and Destruction - and it's going to be
fantastic."
Based on Games Workshop's epic and longstanding tabletop fantasy war
game, WAR is a unique MMORPG that features revolutionary Realm
vs. Realm(TM) (RvR) gameplay that will immerse players in a world of
perpetual conflict for years to come. WAR has been recognized for
its unique play style that appeals to novice MMO players while offering
incredible depth for more seasoned players.
Russian gamers will have a choice to acquire one of three different
packaging options in the Russian market:
Collector's Edition - 2499 Rub
The Collector's Edition will include an exclusive Games Workshop
miniature - Grumlok and Gazbag, the fully localized original Graphic
Novel - Prelude To War, Art Book, 30 days of gameplay and additional
in-game quests, items and rewards. A limited quantity of 5100
Collector's Editions will be available.
Limited Edition SteelBook - 899 Rub
A Limited Edition SteelBook version will feature the game, Russian user
manual and 30 days of gameplay.
Jewel Case - 499 Rub
The Jewel Case will contain the game and unique key for new account
creation with 14 days of gameplay. Alternatively, the key can be used by
existing account holders as a 30 day prepaid game card.
Additionally, active WAR accounts will be able to buy a 60-Day
prepaid game card. Packed in a DVD box with a stylish coaster for
beverages, it will be available for 899 Rub.
WAR is developed for the PC. For more information visit www.war-russia.ru
About Warhammer(R) Online: Age of Reckoning(R)
Experience the glory of Realm vs. Realm(TM)! Declare your allegiance and
join hundreds of thousands of mighty heroes on the battlefields of Warhammer
Online: Age of Reckoning, the new MMORPG from Mythic Entertainment,
the creators of Dark Age of Camelot(TM). Enter a grim fantasy world
of perpetual conflict to fight for the Realms of Order (Dwarfs, High
Elves, and Empire) or Destruction (Greenskins, Dark Elves, and Chaos).
Invade enemy lands, besiege imposing fortresses, and sack sprawling
capital cities for the glory of your Realm. Wield devastating magic and
deadly weapons, battle monstrous creatures, and join your
brothers-in-arms in epic Public Quests(TM). Climb the Bastion Stair, carry
your Guild Banner into battle, and unlock the infinite secrets of the
Tome of Knowledge as you travel the world. Sharpen your blade and
unleash your inner mutation; the Age of Reckoning has begun and WAR IS
EVERYWHERE!
About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is
the world's leading interactive entertainment software company. Founded
in 1982, the company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive
software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, cellular
handsets and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under
four brand names: EA SPORTS(TM), EA(TM), EA SPORTS Freestyle(TM) and POGO(TM). In
fiscal 2008, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $3.67 billion and had 27
titles that sold more than one million copies. EA's homepage and online
game site is www.ea.com.
More information about EA's products and full text of press releases can
be found on the Internet at http://info.ea.com.
EA, EA SPORTS, EA SPORTS Freestyle, POGO, Mythic Entertainment, Dark Age
of Camelot, Public Quests, and Realm vs. Realm are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. in the U.S. and/or other
countries.
Games Workshop, Warhammer, Warhammer Online, Age of Reckoning, and all
associated marks, names, races, race insignia, characters, vehicles,
locations, units, illustrations and images from the Warhammer world are
either (R), (TM) and/or (C) Games Workshop Ltd 2000-2009. Used under license by
Electronic Arts Inc. All Rights Reserved. All other trademarks are the
property of their respective licensors.
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