"Heart of Empire: Rome" postponed

New York, USA (June 1st, 2006) - Paradox Interactive announced today that "Heart of Empire: Rome", one of their upcoming strategy titles to be published in North America, has been postponed until Q1 2007.

"Heart of Empire: Rome" is a strategy and simulation game set in ancient Rome. The title is developed by Deep Red (developers of "Tycoon City: New York") and the team has released various screenshots and trailers over the past couple of months, some of which can be found on the Paradox website: http://www.paradoxplaza.com

This game takes you right to the heart of the empire. Preside over the building of The Eternal City of Rome and rule over one of the greatest empires of all time! Choose from over 100 different buildings. Your growing population, however, doesn't just need a place to live - it also needs food and entertainment. If you don't fulfil your people's needs, there'll be a riot! The goods coming in from the provinces must be carefully controlled, and your duties and your power grow in proportion to the amount of political influence you can gain in the senate. The ground-breakingly realistic 3D graphics give you the impression of being right in the middle of things, and you can use the completely controllable camera to zoom in on your citizens. Walk around the ancient streets you've created or follow the Romans as they go about their business in the city. You can even watch the traders touting their wares in the bustling markets! And don't forget to drop in on the chariot races - the one who dares, wins!

For any questions about the North American release of "Heart of Empire: Rome", please contact pr@paradoxplaza.com.

About Paradox Interactive
Paradox Interactive has been a leading publisher and developer of strategy games for the PC platform since 1999. Well-known for their strategy titles, the company's distribution network and followers span the globe. Paradox's experienced team has completed more than 17 titles, including such best-selling games as the Europa Universalis and Hearts of Iron franchises. Published titles in North America include Knights of Honor, as well as upcoming titles Rush for Berlin and Heart of Empire Rome. Worldwide titles to be published in 2006 include Heart of Iron II Doomsday and Take Command 2nd Manassas. The company is currently working on its biggest production yet, Europa Universalis III.