SpiritWars™

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

2001-05-18

Phone: (503) 653-2544
FOR SpiritWars™ ONLINE STRATEGY GAME

According to designer Randy Chase, this release marks the single most ambitious upgrade for the game since its original release in 1998.

This CD-ROM contains the optional large image files of the fine art associated with the game’s playing pieces. The art CD may be purchased through the game’s web site and will retail for $15.

“Obviously, having to fight a huge corporation over our legally registered and established trademark is a huge obstacle for a small company, but we remain confident that the legal system will provide us with protection and a fair resolution of this matter.

It was important, however, to release a significant upgrade to show our appreciation for the on-going support we receive from our player base during this difficult time.”

SpiritWars was first launched for public play on Dec. 20, 1998. According to Chase, since the release, over 350,000 games of SpiritWars have been played online. The game is available in two versions: an unlimited free-play version and an enhanced subscription version.

The game’s low bandwidth requirements deliver a satisfying playing experience for players with slower Internet connections and international players.

Because of the familiar board game design and stylish look, complete with an art gallery representing history’s greatest painters and colorful literary prose, SpiritWars appeals to casual gamers as well. A varied population of game pieces and magical spells create infinite opportunities as players define a unique playing style and philosophy.

The playing pieces, called Spirits, combine familiar features of traditional board games with design elements previously found only in collectable trading card games. www.spiritwars.com.