Gaming News - August 2006

New York, NY (August 4, 2006) - 2K today announced that Dungeon Siege II: Broken World, an expansion pack for Dungeon Siege II, is now available for PC at retail stores in North America.

From 2K:

Developed by Gas Powered Games, Dungeon Siege II: Broken World brings closure to the epic storyline begun in Dungeon Siege II. In an all-new single-player campaign, the maniacal Dark Wizard has ravaged the fantasy world of Aranna, and players must put an end to his evil machinations. Additional expanded offerings include two new multi-class characters, the return of the Dwarf as a playable race, more items to discover and a newly enhanced tactical-combat system.

"We are very excited to offer fans of Dungeon Siege II the chance to continue and ultimately conclude their epic adventure with the Dungeon Siege II: Broken World expansion pack,” said Christoph Hartmann, President, 2K. “As the last chapter in one of the most popular role playing games for PC, this is a finale that delivers in both its breadth of content and its depth of emotion.”

Key Features:

• The epic adventure begun in Dungeon Siege II reaches its shocking conclusion in this explosive final act.
• 10 additional hours of primary quest gameplay and an additional five hours of optional quests and levels. Also included are two additional modes of play, Veteran and Elite.
• More than 60 new monsters and beasts with each armed with horrific powers that will alter the way in which you play the game.
• New items include powerful new weapons and armor, as well as enchanted magic items.
• Two brand new character classes that combine the powers of magic and combat. All new spells and powers.
• New pets and races enhance the gameplay and expand the world of Aranna. Best of all, Dwarves are now back by popular demand, available as player characters and party members.
• New reagent recipes that will allow you to create unique and powerful items.
• Dungeon Siege II: Broken World for PC will require the full version of Dungeon Siege II and is rated “M” for mature by the ESRB. For more information on the title, visit www.dungeonsiege.com.