Warhammer Online Further Enhances Accessibility with New Streaming
Free Trial Client and Introduction of New User Journey Features
FAIRFAX, Va., Nov 06, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Mythic Entertainment(TM), an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) studio,
today announced that the critically-acclaimed MMORPG, Warhammer(R)
Online: Age of Reckoning(R) (WAR),has replaced its
10-day time-limited free trial with a new, endless free* trial program
which is now available for download. The new streaming client for the
endless free trial enhances the game's accessibility and greatly
decreases the download time, making it easier than ever for new players
to experience the never-ending battles of WAR for themselves.
The new WAR endless free trial replaces the original 10-day
time-limited trial program, and gives new and returning players the
opportunity to create and play any of the 24 different careers to find
their perfect character match for use during extended gameplay if they
purchase the game and/or subscribe. The endless free trial limits
players to progress through character level 10 as they explore the tier
one Empire vs. Chaos zones of Nordland and Norsca. In addition, players
can explore the newly added tier one dungeon, Hunter's Vale, or battle
other players in the instanced scenarios Nordenwatch, Khaine's Embrace
and Gates of Ekrund.
Endless free trial players will embark on the recently introduced New
User Journey, which features enhanced tutorials and new community
elements, such as a "new player" guild, to streamline the transition of
new players into WAR and its vibrant community of players.
"With the introduction of the endless free trial and streaming client,
we are making it easier than ever for a new player to join the WAR,"
said Jeff Hickman, executive producer, Mythic Entertainment. "We've
worked hard to create a more informative and community driven new user
experience, and now we are giving players an unlimited amount of time to
explore the early parts of the game at their own pace. We are confident
that players new and old will find all the enhancements we've made to WAR
over the past year worthy of their time and commitment."
Available now, the new streaming endless trial client is a seamless way
for new users to get into the game. After an initial download of just
over 1GB, additional content streams in the background as required while
playing. All closed 10-day free trial accounts have been converted to
open endless free trial accounts and are ready for returning players to
resume their journeys across the frontlines of WAR.
New users and returning players can download the Warhammer Online endless
free trial by visiting http://www.warhammeronline.com/trial.
Based on the popular tabletop war game from Games Workshop, Warhammer
Online: Age of Reckoning features revolutionary Realm vs. Realm(TM)
conflict that will provide players with an engaging battleground for
years to come. Available now for PC and Mac(R), WAR is rated "T"
for Teen by the ESRB. For more information about Warhammer Online:
Age of Reckoning or to download the endless free trial, visit http://www.warhammeronline.com/.
*INTERNET CONNECTION, ACCEPTANCE OF END USER ACCESS AND LICENSE
AGREEMENT AND REGISTRATION REQUIRED TO PLAY.
About Warhammer(R) Online: Age of Reckoning(R)
Experience the glory of Realm vs. Realm! 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 keeps, 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. So sharpen your blade and unleash your inner
mutation. The Age of Reckoning has begun and WAR IS EVERYWHERE!
For more information about Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning,
visit: www.warhammeronline.com.
About Electronic Arts
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1982, the Company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive
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devices and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under
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and POGOTM. In fiscal 2009, EA posted GAAP net revenue of
$4.2 billion and had 31 titles that sold more than one million copies.
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locations, units, illustrations and images from the Warhammer world are
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