PvP Feature, ‘The Visdun Fortress’, Expands Taborea

San Francisco, CA - September 24, 2009 - Runes of Magic, the popular free-to-play Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG) with more than 1.9 Million registered users, is getting a new mode that will expand the variety of gameplay even further in the game. The familiar ‘Tower Defense’ mode, found in many strategy titles, is now available in Runes of Magic, under the name ‘The Visdun Fortress’. In the mode, there are two teams, two fortresses and one goal: To despatch hordes of monsters at your opponent until their fortress is levelled. The best way to do this is by using various towers and configurations in a fun PVP feature that further expands the possibilities within Runes of Magic.

Upon entering the tower defense mode arena, two teams of three players each have the ability to summon monsters. Alternatively, players can take to the battlefield and defend against the opponent’s hordes in melee combat. But, the most powerful way to defend against the attacks is a variety of five different towers. An Ice Tower slows down monsters on their way to your fortress, a Lightning Tower attacks five targets simultaneously, and an Arrow Tower attacks individual opponents, and in doing so wreaks huge damage.

The abilities of these bulwarks can be upgraded and players can upgrade them up to ten times. The right mix of towers and placement decide whether the player is victorious or defeated. Should a monster break through the defenses and reach your team, you lose hit points. The battle is over when a base’s hit points falls to zero.

There is a video showing off the new tower defense mode, ‘The Visdun Fortress’, which also shows the new Player vs. Player mode in action: http://www.runesofmagic.com/us/videos.html 

Runes of Magic – A Free-to-Play Game Full of Magic and Adventure
Runes of Magic has redefined the standard for free-to-play MMORPGs in terms of gameplay, fun and quality. It features an exciting, multi-layered story, driven by more than 2,300 quests set in the atmospheric fantasy world of Taborea. To date, Runes of Magic has attracted more than 1.9 million registered users, making it one of the most successful titles in the free-to-play segment, and a must play game for all fans of MMOs and RPGs.

Runes of Magic features a unique dual class system enabling players to combine one of eight primary classes with a secondary class. The result is a deep player experience that expands upon the game’s deep customization offering. There are two different playable races, Elves and Humans, from which players can choose. Each dual class combination produces its own powerful elite skills. Another popular feature is the opportunity to furnish your own completely individual virtual home, and guilds can construct guild castles, which can be expanded with additional buildings. Thanks to comprehensive crafting and reputation systems, gripping PvP features, deep customization and demanding dungeons, Runes of Magic has something for everyone.

Taiwanese developer Runewaker regularly expands the game world with new free content and challenges.

Runes of Magic Features:

• Dual class system with eight classes and unique elite skills
• Individual furnishing of player housing and guild castles
• In-depth story experienced through above 2,000 quests laced with epic quest-lines
• Gripping Player-versus-Player duels in arenas and on the battlefield
• Easy travel using portal stones and a wide range of rideable animals
• Challenging boss-combat in dangerous and extensive dungeons with up to 36 simultaneous players
• Entertaining mini-games offering variety to the hero’s routine
• Dynamic crafting and customization of items
• Regular comprehensive free updates with new game content
• New style ‘Pet’ system with levelable companions for all classes
• Free-to-Play: No monthly subscriptions, free to download the game

About Runewaker Entertainment Ltd.
Runewaker Entertainment was founded in August of 2004, with the headquarters located in Taichung, Taiwan. The founding members are all very experienced in the field and decided to come together to pursue their own dream. Currently Runewaker employs over 40 highly skilled programmers, designers and artists and is constantly expanding. Runewaker specializes in making massively multiplayer online role playing games (MMORPG). The company has built their own engine from scratch that rivals some of the best that is available out on the market. Their first product, Radiant Arcana (Runes of Magic), is already completed and currently in the open beta phase in China. Runewaker is currently producing more content for Runes of Magic. Webpage: http://www.runewaker.com/ 

About Frogster Interactive Pictures AG
As a holding with different shares in the computer games industry, the listed Frogster Interactive Pictures AG based in Berlin is focusing on the growth sector of massively multiplayer online games. The company licenses, markets and operates different online games in the German speaking market and internationally. Its Korean joint venture Frogster Asia Co., Ltd. based in Seoul develops MMO Games and markets their own as well as licensed virtual worlds in Asia. Frogster America Inc. based in San Francisco, USA, markets and operates MMO Games in North America since January 2009. At their offices in Berlin, Seoul and San Francisco, the Frogster group employs more than 100 staff members in the fields of development, marketing, PR, web design, community management, customer support, hosting, billing and administration. Internet: http://www.frogster-interactive.de