Three Rings Design, Inc. has announced that Bang! Howdy, a Wild West online strategy title for PC, has shipped to retail stores. Players use winnings earned as they play, along with a micro-currency system, to purchase and customize persistent Big Shot units, which influence their play-style and strategies in future games. As the player progresses through five unique Wild West settings, new units, gameplay scenarios, arenas, customizations and game features are introduced. Bang! Howdy is a nominated finalist for two awards at the upcoming 2007 Independent Gaming Festival, including the Seumas McNally Grand Prize. Check full story for details.