GameTap Broadens Episodic Gaming Library with Galactic Command - Echo Squad
February 07 2007 - 9:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
GameTap offers subscribers exclusive content through four Galactic
Command - Echo Squad episodes ATLANTA, Feb. 7 /PRNewswire/ --
GameTap, the first-of-its-kind broadband entertainment network from
Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. (TBS, Inc.), today announced the
upcoming addition of Galactic Command - Echo Squad to its GameTap
Originals publishing division. Inspired by the first generation of
space combat games, Galactic Command -- Echo Squad is a fast-paced
episodic space shooter set in an expansive galaxy. With an evolving
story line that is constantly changing, no two playing sessions are
ever the same. Working closely with independent game developer
3000AD Inc., GameTap will launch the first of four scheduled
episodes in late spring exclusively to GameTap subscribers. Each of
the four episodes is designed as a campaign with sixteen lengthy
missions and unique conclusions, all of which provide hours of
gripping gameplay. Beginning with Episode 1: Rise of the
Insurgents, episodes will be released on a monthly basis. "Thanks
to GameTap and its commitment to episodic games, we now have a
great opportunity for Galactic Command to reach a larger audience,"
said Derek Smart, president and CEO of 3000AD. "We're excited to be
on board with a company that has a clear vision for broadening the
PC gaming market." Building on the popularity of GameTap's episodic
content, Galactic Command Echo Squad will employ a multiplayer
client-server, capable of supporting up to sixteen players in a
particular mission. Subscribers will be asked to choose from death
match, team death match and multi-player co-op modes when playing
other GameTap subscribers online. "The addition of Galactic Command
- Echo Squad to GameTap's growing library of new and original games
further proves our commitment to offering subscribers content they
can't get anywhere else," said Ricardo Sanchez, vice president of
content, GameTap. "We are pleased to be partnering with 3000AD, and
feel this partnership strengthens our role as a leader in both
episodic gaming and the broadband entertainment market." In
addition to Galactic Command - Echo Squad, GameTap gives
subscribers unlimited access to more than 800 games including
previous releases from 3000AD, along with over 600 original TV
shows and videos that cater to fans of the video game lifestyle. To
register for GameTap, visit http://www.gametap.com/ and your first
month of service is only 99�. About Galactic Command Episode 1
& 2 put the player in the cockpit of an Echo fighter, where
they'll lead the Galactic Command squadron in massive scale aerial
and space combat engagement. Players will be challenged as Elite
Force Pilots tasked with leading a series of defensive and
offensive missions against the insurgents occupying friendly
territories. Missions take place in space and on the surface of
planets and range from basic escort and recon missions, to highly
engaging and dangerous tactical strike missions. About 3000AD Inc.
Established in 1992 and headed by eighteen year industry veteran
Derek Smart, 3000AD Inc. is a privately owned independent developer
of PC games. The company is most famous for its industry recognized
Battlecruiser series conceived in the mid eighties. About GameTap
GameTap is the leader in digital game distribution and broadband
entertainment. Launched by Turner Broadcasting in 2005, it now
delivers more than 800 authentic versions of the greatest console,
computer and arcade games on demand, including original and
exclusive episodic properties. In addition to games for every age
and interest, GameTap offers more than 600 original entertainment
programs, popular video streams and thriving virtual communities to
broadband-connected PCs. Continually updated with new games,
programs and features, GameTap is a downloadable application that
supports navigation and game play using keyboard and mouse, as well
as most USB peripherals. About Turner Turner Broadcasting System,
Inc. (TBS, Inc.), a Time Warner company, is a major producer of
news and entertainment products around the world and the leading
provider of programming for the basic cable industry. DATASOURCE:
GameTap CONTACT: Lee Mokri, Access Communications for GameTap,
+1-415-844-6203, or ; or Wendy A. Rutherford of TNS PR,
+1-404-827-5097, or , for GameTap Web site: http://www.gametap.com/
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