Anarchy Online: Anarchy Online – Alien Invasion launches

Durham, USA - August 31, 2004 - Funcom announces that Anarchy Online - Alien Invasion launches tomorrow. The new expansion pack promises to bring Anarchy Online to a whole new level, making the ultimate sci-fi MMORPG even better. In a genre dominated by fantasy titles, Funcom brings a clear and exciting sci-fi alternative to all MMORPG fans.

"With the coming of Alien Invasion we are virtually changing the entire face of Rubi-Ka as the players repel a massive world-spanning alien invasion," said Game Director Marius Enge. "Not only do we seek to become even better at the fast-paced sci-fi action we are known for, we are also adding plenty of new social features like player-made towns and guild houses."

To celebrate the launch Funcom has released the official Alien Invasion trailer: Anyone who is interested in Massively Multiplayer Online games is advised to take a look:

http://www.anarchy-online.com/content/downloads/media/movies/trailers/

New Action Features:

Ø Repel massive world-spanning invasions by a ferocious alien race

Ø Provoke alien city invasions! Experience epic large-scale warfare for entire guilds!

Ø Attack and board alien spaceships

Ø Discover and utilize powerful alien weapons, armor, technology and perks

Ø Challenge yourself on numerous new quests

Ø Experience a brand new beginner area

New Social Features:

Ø Build epic cities with powerful benefits

Ø Construct towering guild houses

Ø Decorate cities with extra fixtures

Ø Set up your own player-controlled shops

Ø Access revised trade skill interface and item search tool

Ø Dress up in a wide array of exciting new social clothes

Ø Rule the sky in futuristic flying vehicles

The expansion pack includes the full version of Anarchy Online, Anarchy Online - Notum Wars and Anarchy Online - Alien Invasion, as well as 30 days of included game time for new accounts. Suggested retail price is 29.95 USD / EUR. Customers who pre-order Alien Invasion are entitled to 10 exclusive Leet pets. More information on pre-order program, eligible partners and images can be found on www.anarchy-online.compreorder . More information on Alien Invasion can be found on www.anarchy-online.comalieninvasion

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