Redwood City, CA - February 29, 2008 - Funcom and Eidos today released all-new screenshots, wallpapers and info for their highly anticipated MMO, Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures, the profusely savage PC title venturing to disembowel online gaming as we know it. With these new assets, fans will gain a deeper look into the captivating world of Hyboria and its barbarous inhabitants.
Based on Robert E. Howard's dark universe, Age of Conan is the first mature-themed MMO to be introduced to the consumer market. Incorporating advanced technologies, stunning graphics and dramatic 7.1 surround sound, the game promises to immerse players in a magical and brutal world where fierce combat experiences lurk around every corner. Interest in Age of Conan has already reached fever pitch with over 500,000 fans signing up to participate in the beta.
About Eidos Inc.
Eidos Inc is part of SCi Entertainment Group Plc (SEG), one of the world's leading publishers and developers of entertainment software. Eidos consists of publishing operations across Europe and the US and several development studios including Crystal Dynamics, IO Interactive, Beautiful Game Studios, Eidos Studios Hungary, Eidos Sweden and Pivotal Games. The Group has a valuable combined portfolio of intellectual property including: Tomb Raider, Hitman, Deus Ex, Championship Manager, Carmageddon, Battlestations: Midway, the Conflict series and Just Cause.
Some of the titles currently in development include: Conflict: Denied Ops and Highlander.
About Funcom
Funcom is an independent developer and publisher of online games for PC, consoles and mobile platforms. Funcom has provided outstanding entertainment since 1993 and continues to expand its track-record of more than twenty released games. Recent titles include "The Longest Journey," "Anarchy Online" and "Dreamfall: The Longest Journey." For corporate information, please visit www.funcom.com. For information about Funcom games, visit www.anarchy-online.com, www.dreamfall.com, www.darkdaysarecoming.com, or www.ageofconan.com. Funcom is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker FUNCOM.