Warhammer Online Further Enhances Accessibility with New Streaming Free Trial
Client and Introduction of New User Journey Features
FAIRFAX, Va.--(Business Wire)--
Mythic Entertainment, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) studio, today
announced that the critically-acclaimed MMORPG, Warhammer Online: Age of
Reckoning (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 conflict that will
provide players with an engaging battleground for years to come. Available now
for PC and Mac, 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 Online: Age of Reckoning
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. 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. 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
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is a
leading global interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the
Company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for
video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet.
Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EATM, EA SPORTSTM,
EA Mobile 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. 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 Mobile, POGO, Dark Age of Camelot, Mythic Entertainment,
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 , and/or ©
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.
Electronic Arts Inc.
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PR Coordinator
mojeda@ea.com
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Sr. PR Manager
awong@ea.com
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