3DO Releases Meridian 59 Update: Vale of Sorrow; New, Free Trial Demo Now Available for Download.REDWOOD CITY Redwood City, city (1990 pop. 66,072), seat of San Mateo co., W Calif., on San Francisco Bay; inc. 1868. Manufactures include commmunications, electrical, electronic, and medical equipment. , Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 17, 1997--The 3DO Company today announced that its award-winning Meridian(TM) 59, the Internet's first next generation Internet-based role-playing game role-playing game n. A game in which players assume the roles of characters and act out fantastical adventures, the outcomes of which are partially determined by chance, as by the roll of dice. , will debut its largest update yet with the release of Vale of Sorrow on March 18. Meridian 59 will undergo rapid change as users download Vale of Sorrow, introducing vast new areas, new monsters and non-player characters, new spells, additional quests, character customizations, as well as updated graphics to augment the look of the entire world. In addition to the update, a new, free trial demo is now available as a five megabyte download at http://meridian.3do.com/trial . "This update is highly anticipated by our current users, but is also designed to help introduce this unique gaming and social experience to all potential new players," said Richard Theige, vice president Internet Division, The 3DO Company. "Vale of Sorrow exemplifies our commitment to keeping the world fresh with new game play consistent with the growth and evolution within the player community." Places To Go, Things To Do, People To Meet, Monsters To Maim The Vale of Sorrow name is derived from a new and mysterious forest inhabited by an enchanting, but deadly, dichotomy of Faeries. A battle between good and evil is waiting to erupt and immerse the entire world of Meridian in what could be a constant struggle for power. Players will choose to side with the noble Elhai or the sinister Dirhai and engage in this magical war, ultimately searching to discover a secret source of mystic power. Other new areas lurk deep in the heart of the sewers where players will encounter a dangerous addition to its depths known as the Lupogg. This two-footed nasty is all mouth and ready to chomp (jargon) chomp - To fail. all that dare to enter his domain. Players can also descend into the dark and dangerous crypt to challenge hordes of evil mummies. For Meridian players tempted by the illicit thrill of player killing but wary of its consequences, the deadly game Deadly Game is the fifth title in the Ghostwalker Series of paranormal romances by Christine Feehan. Plot Ken Norton, like his brother Jack (Conspiracy Game), is one of several Navy SEALs who were psychically and physically enhanced by Dr. Peter Whitney. of Meridian Assassin, where stealth and skill can prevail over brute force (programming) brute force - A primitive programming style in which the programmer relies on the computer's processing power instead of using his own intelligence to simplify the problem, often ignoring problems of scale and applying naive methods suited to small problems directly , will provide a whole new aspect to the game. The Meridian Social Scene Socializing is a favorite pastime in Meridian. When players aren't out on a quest, bonding with a mana mana: see animism; taboo. mana Among Polynesian and Melanesian peoples, a supernatural force or power that may be ascribed to persons, spirits, or inanimate objects. node, or fighting a monster, they are likely to be found exploring the towns in search of new friendships, role-playing with other players, or attending guild meetings. To enrich social interactions within the game, expanded aliases and improved guild communications are now available to keep players in touch with their allies and friends. There is also a new text filter that players can personally customize to fit their needs. A new spring line sparks a trend in Meridian fashion with colorful new avatar and clothing options. In addition, players will encounter strange, new non-player-characters who have much advice, wisdom, and challenges to bestow. Free Trial Demo The Meridian 59 demo takes place in the town of Hazar, built to allow new players, also known as "newbies", the opportunity to get acquainted with the game while remaining sheltered from the more experienced player population. All broadcasts and messages from a currently populated world can be viewed real-time from the town, providing a sneak peek at some of the activities taking place in the "real" world. Signs are posted throughout Hazar to provide a guided tour guided tour guide n → visite guidée; what time does the guided tour start? → la visite guidée commence à quelle heure? through its surroundings, acquainting new players with the many facets of Meridian 59. The Vale of Sorrow update is free to all current Meridian 59 users via FTP FTP in full file transfer protocol Internet protocol that allows a computer to send files to or receive files from another computer. Like many Internet resources, FTP works by means of a client-server architecture; the user runs client software to connect to download beginning March 18. A collector's edition of the Vale of Sorrow disc can be pre-ordered for $4.99 at http://meridian.3do.com/meridian/update . The new free trial demo version 1. demo version - An early, barely-functional version of a program which can be used for demonstration purposes as long as the operator uses *exactly* the right commands and skirts its numerous bugs, deficiencies, and unimplemented portions. 2. of Meridian 59: Vale of Sorrow will also be available for download on March 18 at http://meridian.3do.com/trial . New customers wishing to purchase the original game can go through retail and download the Vale of Sorrow update for free via the Internet. The retail version, with an estimated street price of $24.95, includes the original Meridian 59 CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). , the added value Added value in financial analysis of shares is to be distinguished from value added. Used as a measure of shareholder value, calculated using the formula:
Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this release are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Potential risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, market demand and acceptance for the company's current and future products, the company's ability to develop and ship future products, and the consequences of competitive factors in the marketplace. Further information on potential factors which could affect the company's financial results are included in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the company's Report on Form 10-K Form 10-K A report required by the SEC from exchange-listed companies that provides for annual disclosure of certain financial information. Form 10-K See 10-K. for the fiscal year ended March 31, 1996 and the company's Reports on Form 10-Q Form 10-Q See 10-Q. for the fiscal quarters ended September 30, 1996 and December 31, 1996. The 3DO Company (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :THDO) is headquartered in Redwood City, Calif. With offices in North America and Europe, the company creates and publishes advanced entertainment software titles for personal computers, the Internet, and 32-bit and 64-bit video game platforms. Additional company and product information is available on the World Wide Web (http://www.3do.com). -0- Note to Editors: 3DO, the 3DO logos, and Meridian 59 are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of The 3DO Company. Netscape Navigator is a trademark of Netscape Communications Corporation (company) Netscape Communications Corporation - (Formlerly "Mosaic Communications Corporation", MCC) A company set up in April 1994 by Dr. James H. Clark and Marc Andreessen <marca@netcom. . All other product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners. CONTACT: The 3DO Company Tuesday Uhland, 415/261-3142 tuesday.uhland@3do.com |
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