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Sins of a Solar Empire Game of the Year Edition

Includes all updates, a soundtrack CD, a poster and - of course - special packaging.

Bracknell, UK – 27th October 2009

This Friday sees the launch sci-fi fans have been waiting for as the critically acclaimed strategy title Sins of a Solar Empire receives a special Game of the Year Edition.

Following the tremendous success of the US version (selling over 100,000 units and reaching the number one spot in the PC charts) Sins of a Solar Empire launched across Europe in Summer 2008 and quickly established itself as a sci-fi classic securing an enviable list of media awards including IGN.com Editors Choice Award, 91% PC Zone Classic Award, PC Gamer Editors Choice Award and Gamespy Editors Choice Award.

As a celebration of its global success, Sins of a Solar Empire Game of the Year Edition rewards fans with a fully enhanced version of Sins of a Solar Empire (includes all updates) as well as an audio CD of the orchestral soundtrack composed by Paul Shuegraf and a huge double sided tech tree poster all available in special edition packaging.

Real-time strategy. Unrivalled scale.

The survival of humanity stands on the edge of utter ruin as three powerful factions vie for control of the galaxy. Take command of one of three space-faring races as you work to establish your domination of the galaxy in Sins of a Solar Empire. Fighting for the survival of your entire race against relentless foes, your success will depend entirely on your ability to manage your empire and command your vast fleets of starships to victory. Through a combination of diplomacy, economic skill, cultural influence, and sheer military might you will establish order over your corner of the galaxy.

Sins of a Solar Empire will be released on 30th October and will retail for £24.99 SRP.

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For more information please contact

Mark Allen

Head of PR, Kalypso Media

T: +44 (0) 1344 382 148

E: mark.allen@kalypsomedia.com

About Kalypso Media

Specialising in the publishing of interactive media – primarily computer games - Kalypso Media was founded in summer 2006 by industry veterans Simon Hellwig and Stefan Marcinek. A year later, the sister company Kalypso Media UK Ltd. was opened in England and is now led by Andrew Johnson and Charlie Barrett, two experienced members of the Kalypso Media Group management team. In 2009 Kalypso Media Inc. was established in the USA headed up by Deborah Tillett. Kalypso Media also own two development studios, Realmforge Studios GmbH and Gaming Minds Studios GmbH both of which are located in Germany.

For further information see www.kalypsomedia.com

About Stardock

Stardock is one of the world’s leading developers and publishers of PC games and desktop software. Its PC games include Sins of a Solar Empire, the highest rated and best selling PC strategy game of 2008 as well as the critically acclaimed Galactic Civilizations series. Its desktop software includes Object Desktop, WindowBlinds, and a host of other programs for customizing the Windows experience. Learn more about Stardock by visiting www.stardock.com.

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