Microsoft Announces Age of Empires Online - briefly
(hx) 11:16 AM CEST - Aug,17 2010
- Post a comment Age of Empires Online is a free to play product built around Live for Windows. Based off the information posted on the official page, there most likely will be an option to pay into microtransactions at some point which will of course help support the game. There's already a beta signup page.
'Age of Empires' for a New Era
With more than 20 million copies sold worldwide, the “Age of Empires†series redefined real-time strategy games for Windows-based PC players. Now, the timeless franchise once again invites players to experience its rich storyline in new ways. Developed by Robot Entertainment, “Age of Empires Online†will invite players to create a living, growing online world, shared with friends and friendly rivals around the globe. Begin the journey with your own Greek civilization, and watch as it progresses from a village to an empire. Embark on quests along the way, alone or with friends, and immerse yourself in epic tales, quirky characters, adventure, history, and strategy. Together with the Games for Windows – LIVE service, “Age of Empires Online†delivers a rich, social experience that lets you play however you want — anywhere, anytime.
Marrying fresh features with iconic gameplay, “Age of Empires Online†offers something for long-time fans, newcomers, and everyone in between. “Age of Empires Online†will feature:
* A persistent online capital city that lives and grows even when you’re offline
* Cooperative multiplayer quests, trading, and a level-based system that lets you progress at your own pace
* Fun, approachable style and storylines
* Free-to-play experiences via Games for Windows – LIVE
In the very same press release Microsoft also announced Microsoft Flight, which aims to carry on the legacy of Flight Simulator, and Fable III for the Windows Platform:
Introducing 'Microsoft Flight'
Twenty-eight years after the debut of 'Microsoft Flight Simulator 1.0,' Microsoft Game Studios also announced the internal development of 'Microsoft Flight,' a new Windows exclusive. 'Microsoft Flight' will bring a new perspective to the long-standing genre, welcoming everyone, including long-time fans, to experience the magic of flight.
A teaser of the future of Flight on the Windows-based PC is available at http://www.microsoft.com/games/flight.
Discover Adventure With 'Fable' on the PC
'Fable III' for Windows lets you once again join the action, drama and adventure while you rule Albion as the next king or queen in an ever-evolving world of rebellion and revolution. Discover new quests and unlock new regions as you make choices and sacrifices to test your morality and potentially affect your entire kingdom. The choice is yours: Reunite the impoverished people of your kingdom as their monarch, or bring Albion to the brink of collapse.
The site now states Age of Empires Online will be a digital download-only game and is planned for full release in 2011.
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