"Webzen is going full force at this year's E3 Expo," said Nam-Ju Kim, chief executive officer for Webzen Inc. "With our history of success in the Asian marketplace, we are now ready to take massively multiplayer games to new heights on a global scale with new, genre-breaking games. I am confident convention goers will take notice of Webzen's substantial presence at this year's E3 Expo."
"SUN," the first title to incorporate console-style game mechanics into a classic massively multiplayer online role playing game (MMORPG), will entice gamers with action-packed intensity and stunning graphics. With unique battle systems and a captivating cast of characters, "SUN" is an epic tale in a world of emperors, armies, magicians and monsters set to an original soundtrack by Howard Shore, Academy Award(R) winner and world-renowned composer of the theatrical score from the acclaimed "The Lord of the Rings" films. "SUN" will be available for PC/CD-ROM in Q1 2006 in North America.
"Huxley" is a massively multiplayer online first person shooting game (MMOFPS) utilizing the UNREAL3 engine to create an unparalleled gaming experience with up to 5,000 players in the same world. "Huxley" takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where human beings have mutated and are divided into two opposing races, Sapiens and Alternative. At the center of the battle for survival is Lunarites, a promising new energy source highly coveted by both races. Forced to battle against one another for the continuance of each race, Sapiens and Alternatives will do whatever it takes to wipe out the opposition and gain control of the world and its resources. Scheduled for release in 2006, "Huxley" will be available for PC/CD-ROM and the next-generation Xbox video game platform.
"APB" is a massively multiplayer online freeform combat and driving-based game designed by David Jones, creator of the original "Grand Theft Auto (GTA)" franchise. Developed by Real Time Worlds Ltd., "APB" brings players into a living, breathing city where cash is king and territory equals respect. In a fight to dominate the expansive world of "APB," players must decide which side of the law to abide by: Law Enforcement taking on the challenge of supporting and safeguarding justice; or Gangs, who operate against the law and any opposing groups by any means necessary. "APB" will provide players with the ultimate customization options for weapons, vehicles and clothes to attitudes, music and environments. "APB" is scheduled to redefine the MMO genre for PC/CD-ROM in 2007.
"Parfait Station" is a unique action and shooting-oriented MMORPG supporting a party and guild system, giving players the option to either engage in battles with other groups or enjoy intense action in player vs. player mode. Strong action and fantasy-based battles require skilled evading and counter attacks with victories determined by team play, control and strategy. "Parfait Station" will be available for PC/CD-ROM in Q3 2005.
"Wiki" is a casual, community-based MMORPG based on intense levels of cooperative interaction. The relationships and actions of each individual player directly influence the entire "Wiki" world and all of its elements. "Wiki" incorporates an adaptive system enabling the decisions players make in quests and missions to contribute to the individual personalities of characters, including what they wear and their facial expressions. "Wiki" will deliver a lively, creative and interactive online game play experience in a whimsical and charming environment for PC/CD-ROM Q4 2005.
"MU" is Asia's preeminent, fully 3D MMORPG. Set in a fantasy world on the legendary continent of "MU," players embark on a fantasy-based adventure to save the continent through quests and missions. "MU" currently has more than 56 million registered users and up to 500,000 concurrent users from countries including Korea, China, Taiwan, Japan, Thailand and the Philippines. "MU" is available now and will be online for visitors to enjoy at the Webzen Inc. booth.