S2 Games and iGames Partner for Launch of Savage 2: A Tortured Soul
Launching January 16, Gamers Can Access a Full Savage 2 Account While Playing at iGames Locations
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(Rohnert Park, CA) - January 14, 2007 - Independent game developer S2 Games announced today a partnership with iGames, North America's leading game center organization, for the launch of Savage 2: A Tortured Soul. The partnership will offer gamers a full Savage 2 account while playing at iGames affiliated game centers. Savage 2 will launch on January 16 and sell for $29.99 exclusively online via download from www.s2games.com.
The partnership with iGames allows gamers to create and maintain a full game account while playing at any iGames affiliated game center. This includes unlimited online play, participation in the Savage 2 Clan League, use of persistent items, and more. Additionally, iGames will be hosting preview events at select locations across North America and internationally where gamers can try Savage 2 absolutely free. For locations visit www.igames.org.
In addition to playing at iGames locations, gamers are able to download the Savage 2 game client for free from anywhere in the world and access several features including playing the offline single player tutorial, unlimited LAN play, access to the comprehensive replay database that catalogues each and every game, as well as sign-up for a demo account for up to 5 free hours of online play. Gamers who enjoy the game can simply upgrade through the game client or from the official website.
"Because the gameplay is so unique, building community is a major part of Savage 2," said Marc DeForest, co-founder and lead designer of S2 Games. "We implemented an assortment of features in the design of the game that embraced the community and our partnership with iGames extends that commitment."
"Creating a place where gamers can come together and play their favorite games is what iGames is all about," said Mark Nielsen, iGames Executive Director. "Savage 2 is one of those unique games that comes along and truly embraces the community and gives gamers a reason to team up, create clans and really enjoy a unique gaming experience."
For more information on Savage 2: A Tortured Soul, please visit http://savage2.s2games.com.
About Savage 2: A Tortured Soul
Savage 2: A Tortured Soul is the sequel to the critically acclaimed online multiplayer game Savage: A Battle for Newerth, which introduced gamers to the completely new Real Time Strategy Shooter (RTSS) gaming genre. Savage enabled players to opt for either the fast-paced, run-and-gun action of a first-person shooter (FPS) game - playing as a Warrior - or the more cerebral and tactical planning of a real-time strategy (RTS) game - playing as a Commander - working together as a team to defeat the enemy. Savage 2: A Tortured Soul builds upon the addicting, fast-paced gameplay of the original with additional squad-based features and enhanced role-playing game (RPG) elements which enable players to build their character level and abilities throughout the game.
About S2 Games
The core S2 Games team is an experienced group of developers from diverse backgrounds, including film, fine art, computer science and business. Through this mix of skill and experience, a synergy is born creating a fresh perspective in game design. The mission of the S2 Games team is to create the next level of multiplayer gaming. With the creation of the K2 Engine, they have the freedom to take online multiplayer games to heights not reached before. For more information, visit the company's website at www.s2games.com.
About iGames
iGames, Inc. offers a wide range of services to help independent and franchised game centers. iGames' mission is to promote and develop the growth of the game center industry. Its services unite game centers with the goal of establishing them as the driving force enabling the interactive entertainment industry to become the number one form of entertainment around the world. iGames has established strong relationships with industry leaders to provide a wide variety of products, services and programs to member game centers and gamers including software licensing, hardware discounts, exclusive game premieres, tournaments, and game nights. Today the company counts well over 500 centers and 1.2 million gamers, initiating and co-organizing more than 200 events a year. To learn more about iGames, go to www.igames.org.
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For more information, contact:
For S2 Games
Sean Carr or Alex Josef
Pacific Media Partners Pacific Media Partners
310.566.7866 310.566.7863
seanc@pacificmediapartners.com alexj@pacificmediaparnters.com
For iGames
Bill Lessard
914.476.6089
wlessard@igames.org