Gaming News - February 2003
Redmond, WA (February 28, 2003) - Microsoft today announced the launch
of their Freelancer Fan Fiction contest.
From The Microsoft:
Are you daring enough to track a fugitive and overcome significant odds to
bring him to justice? Want to join the Bounty Hunters on a perilous mission?
Microsoft Game Studios today announced that Freelancer fans will have the
opportunity to enter the Freelancer Fan Fiction Contest at the ever-loyal fan
site, The Lancer's Reactor, beginning Monday, March 3 -- just in time for the
game's launch. Those interested in entering the contest are challenged to write
an engaging and compelling story about the Bounty Hunters' struggle for peace
and order in the Liberty System.
Five finalists will be chosen by The Lancer's Reactor and submitted to
Microsoft and Digital Anvil for judging. One finalist will be chosen to receive
a free autographed copy of Freelancer along with other Freelancer goodies, and
will have their story posted on the official Freelancer site. All five finalists
will receive a free Freelancer T-shirt for their participation in the contest.
Submissions must be received by The Lancer's Reactor by Friday March 14, 2003.
For complete contest information, details on prizes and official rules, head
over to the official Freelancer site at
www.microsoft.com/games/freelancer or to The Lancer's Reactor.
Set in the outer reaches of the planetary system, Freelancer combines the action
of 3-D space combat, the exploration of a dynamic, living universe and trading
in a rich galactic economy, where players' decisions drive the adventure.
Developed by Digital Anvil, the epic adventure challenges players to determine
their own reputations and choose their own distinctive styles of play. Players
can choose to act like police officers, traders, pirates or explorers for
different gameplay experiences. The open-ended style of gameplay gives gamers a
choice between following a linear storyline or determining how the story will
unfold. The multiplayer component enables players around the globe with their
own servers to fly missions or explore space together. An enhanced mouse and
keyboard interface simulates the realistic feel of flying a spaceship while
making the game accessible to a wide range of gamers. Freelancer will ship to
retailers in North America on March 4, 2003 with an estimated retail price of
$54.95 (U.S.). For more information about Freelancer, visit the official site at
www.microsoft.com/games/freelancer.
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