Silent Heroes approaching

New York, USA (September 6, 2006) - Paradox Interactive, a leading publisher and developer of critically acclaimed strategy titles, announced today that their next strategy release, "Silent Heroes", has gone gold. "Silent Heroes" is a stand-alone expansion based on the award winning "Soldiers: Heroes of World War II" engine, and like it's original it is developed by Codemasters.

The title will be featured exclusively on Gamer's Gate and will be available for worldwide download from Friday, September 8, 2006. "Silent Heroes" will be available for $19.99.

"It has been great to see the level of anticipation for this title from all corners of the world and it's become clear to us that the original game still has a strong-hold on its fans, said Susana Meza, Marketing and PR Director for Paradox Interactive. "We are excited about this release as we believe "Silent Heroes" will meet expectations from existing fans, while quickly attracting new gamers who are looking for an exciting gameplay challenge".

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 Hearts of Iron II: Doomsday and Take Command: 2nd Manassas. The company is currently working on Europa Universalis III, its biggest production yet.

For more info: Paradox Interactive - http://www.paradoxplaza.com

About 1C Company

1C Company specializes in distribution, publishing and development of interactive entertainment products and business software. Founded in 1991, 1C has become the leading publisher and distributor of computer games in Eastern and Central Europe. 1C Company is widely acknowledged as a game developer and has several internal studios. Internal developments of 1C include IL-2 Sturmovik, IL-2 Sturmovik: Forgotten Battles, Aces Expansion Pack and Pacific Fighters. 1C Company works as a publisher and producer with over 30 independent development studios and has produced over 100 projects for PC and consoles.

For more info: 1C Company - http://int.games.1c.ru

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