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The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings

Platform(s): PC, Xbox 360
Genre: RPG/Action
Publisher: Atari
Developer: CD Projekt
Release Date: May 17, 2011

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'The Witcher 2' Given As Gift To US President Barack Obama

by Rainier on May 31, 2011 @ 1:20 a.m. PDT

The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings features all new dialogue, updated graphics engine, realistic environment, revamped day/night cycle, actions that affect AI behavior, more dynamic/spectacular/bloody finishing moves and plenty more.

The second entry in the Witcher saga is characterized by an incredibly gripping, mature and non-linear plot. In addition, the new combat system is even smoother and guarantees a greater variety of tactical possibilities.

The game is built upon completely new technology, designed from scratch by CD Projekt RED to develop role-playing games with non-linear plot. The new technology also delivers beautiful visuals, transporting players to one of the most vivid RPG universes ever.

During US President Barack Obama’s recent visit to Poland, Prime Minister Donald Tusk presented him an official diplomatic gift including The Witcher 2 and two of the books that inspired the critically acclaimed computer game. This is the first recognition of this nature for the entertainment software industry in Poland, and perhaps the entire world.

“We are very proud to know that Prime Minister Tusk felt the Witcher 2 was the most suitable gift for the US President. It is a further indication that our game is a quality product. This recognition boosts the strong enthusiasm we are already feeling due to our game’s high scores from the media and its very healthy sales to date. It also sends a clear message to the entire new media industry in Poland that our government sees great potential in game development,” stated Adam Kiciński, CEO of Optimus S.A.

“This is an extraordinary acknowledgement of our hard work here at CD Projekt RED. The Witcher 2 is a game we created for players around the world by drawing from various sources including our national heritage. We are truly pleased to promote our culture in this manner. And we aren’t resting on our laurels. We are continuing to improve the game post-release, and will reveal more during our conference on June 2nd,” said Adam Badowski, Game Director.

“The success of Polish games makes us proud. It is one of the reasons Poland is regarded as an innovative, progressive country. The success of The Witcher 2, and its status as a top-selling title, should be made known around the world. That is why the Prime Minister chose it to give to President Obama.  We would like to congratulate the entire Polish game industry including the creators of The Witcher 2 and of all the other Polish games appreciated worldwide. We’re looking for the Polish game market to continue growing, and to exceed a billion PLN soon,” stated Paweł Graś, Polish government spokesman.

The Witcher gift set consisted of the English version of The Witcher 2 Collector’s Edition signed by members of the development team, plus the English editions of Andrzej Sapkowski’s books, signed by the author.


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