Ascaron Collections: Volume 1

Ascaron Entertainment today announce a new high-value pack, Ascaron Collections - Volume 1: 'Action & Strategy'.

The DVD compilation contains three highly acclaimed, popular games from the Ascaron range of pirate-themed titles: Port Royale 2, Tortuga - Pirates of the New World and Patrician III. The complete package delivers more than 100 hours of deep, engaging gameplay for only £9.99.

Port Royale 2 is an all-encompassing RTS simulation set in the 16th and 17th centuries. Prepare to be immersed in the historic rivalry between pirates and buccaneers. As a pirate or trader, embark on a journey and make a name for yourself throughout the Caribbean "New World".

"It's incredibly addictive" - Gamespot

Experience the huge world of Tortuga - Pirates of the New World, either as a buccaneer in the service of his majesty the King, or as a feared and loathsome pirate. With successful missions as well as looting and plundering ships and towns, your riches will increase beyond your wildest dreams. Beware - treachery and mutiny can reduce all efforts to nothing, or even worse to a shameful and early death!

"Overall, this is an outstanding effort from Ascaron, and if you love a good little game that plays well and is fun, get Tortuga as soon as you can... I highly recommend this game." - Strategy Informer

Patrician III is a gloriously detailed real-time trading simulation featuring medieval city-building and the historical background of Northern Europe in the 1300's. As a resident of a medieval town, your goal is to rise from the status of a simple, insignificant trader to that of a Patrician. Raise your standing through town improvements and diplomacy or fill your coffers through piracy and smuggling.

"Patrician III is among the best strategic titles I've played in a decade-and-a-half of reviews." - ign.com

"Buy Now" Editor's Choice Award! - ign.com

About Ascaron Entertainment

Ascaron Entertainment is one of the pioneers in the development of computer games. It is also one of the leading developers of computer games in Germany and has been prominent in the sales charts for more than a decade with titles such as Patrician, ANSTOSS, Port Royale and SACRED.

Ascaron is headquartered in Gütersloh and Germany and maintains a development studio in Aachen (Germany) and Berlin, as well as an international department in Birmingham (UK). The UK office provides a bespoke publishing, sales and marketing function to selected European affiliate label partners. Currently, Ascaron markets its products in more than 30 countries.

For further information about Ascaron Entertainment, please visit: http://www.ascaron.com

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