Ideazon Inc.: Gamers Build Empires with New Zboard'TM'.VAUGHAN, Ontario
Vaughan (IPA: /'vɔn/) (2006 population 247,464)[1] is a city in York Region north of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. -- Age of Empires III Age of Empires III (also called AoE III) is a real-time strategy (RTS) game developed by Ensemble Studios and published by Microsoft. Released on October 18, 2005 in North America and on November 4 of the same year in Europe, it is the third title of the Age of Limited Edition Keyset Coming Soon Ideazon Inc. today announced its new Age of Empires(R) III Limited Edition Keyset for Zboard users. The new custom keyset is designed specifically for the widely anticipated Microsoft Game Studios title Age of Empires III developed by Ensemble Studios Ensemble Studios is a Microsoft-owned company that has developed several computer games, including the famous Age of Empires series. Games The company is the developer of the famous Age of Empires series of real-time strategy games, composed of for release in October, 2005. Ideazon, designer and developer of the Zboard(TM), the world's first keyboard designed for PC gamers, has partnered with Microsoft to bring gamers a custom keyset that will enhance the Age of Empires III playing experience. Ideazon's Age of Empires III keyset lets players build their empire and master the game's playing environment using a customized control layout that is simple to learn and use. "The Age of Empires III Limited Edition Keyset is tailored to meet every player's needs within the stunning new world that Ensemble has created for this game," says Chris Rathgeber, President of Ideazon Inc. "We worked closely with Ensemble Studios to create the ultimate custom keyset and we are thrilled with the results. We think gamers are going to love it." "This keyset is an exciting enhancement for longtime Age of Empires fans and will help new players master the game more quickly," says Patrick Hudson, Executive Producer at Ensemble Studios. "The entire package, from adoption of the game's visuals to the thoughtfully laid out command keys, adds a dramatic new dimension of action, speed and excitement to the Age of Empires III experience." The Age of Empires III Limited Edition Keyset for Zboard gives gamers: - Faster access, movement and response times throughout the Empire via 7 quick access "Find" keys and 11 "Camera keys;" - 63 uniquely labeled and color-coded keys for ease of use and quick access to units, chatting and more; - Beautiful game graphics that add a new dimension of realism to the desktop. The Zboard Gaming Keyboard comes equipped with the following components and features: - Gaming Keyset for FPS (Frames Per Second) The measurement of full-motion video performance. See frame. fps - frames per second and Action games; - 15 common shooter and action commands labeled on keys; - Eight distinct "command zones" for ease of use; - "Butterfly" directional keys for maximum comfort; - Instant remapping capabilities; - Standard Keyset with Windows and Internet Explorer Microsoft's Web browser, which comes with Windows starting with Windows 98. Commonly called "IE," versions for Mac and Unix are also available. Internet Explorer is the most widely used Web browser on the market. It has also been the browser engine in AOL's Internet access software. commands labeled on keys; - USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. base with two extra USB peripheral ports. The Zboard is available now and the Age of Empires III Limited Edition Keyset will be available at www.zboard.com and at major retail and online outlets, including: CompUSA, EB Canada, EB USA, Fry's Electronics Fry's Electronics is a specialty retailer of software, consumer electronics, computer hardware and household appliances with a chain of superstores headquartered in Silicon Valley. Starting with one store located in Sunnyvale, California, USA, the chain now boasts sales of $2. , Future Shop, Micro Center, Game Crazy, Alienware.com, BestBuy.com, Amazon.com, GameStop.com, GoGamers.com and Dell.com. Suggested retail price for the Zboard is $49.99 (U.S.) and for the Age of Empires III Keyset $19.99 (U.S.). Check stores or online at www.zboard.com for ongoing offers. About Ideazon, Inc. North American-based Ideazon Inc. develops, manufactures and markets the next generation of gaming peripheral technologies that enable a new level of interaction between end-users and their PC games. Zboard(TM) products enhance the gaming experience, accelerates gamers through the initial stages of a new game and ultimately improve gamer satisfaction. Ideazon is headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario. For more information, contact the company at 1.905.761.0640 or visit the web site at www.zboard.com. About Ensemble Studios Ensemble Studios (www.ensemblestudios.com) is one of the world's premier entertainment software developers. Ensemble Studios is known for its blockbuster Age of Empires and Age of Mythology Age of Mythology (commonly abbreviated as AoM), is a popular mythology-based, real-time strategy computer game developed by Ensemble Studios and published by Microsoft Game Studios. It was released on November 1, 2002 in North America and a week later in Europe. game series. Ensemble's titles are distinguished by the highest-quality art and gameplay dynamics applied in familiar historical settings, and appeal to hard-core gamers and mass audiences. Ensemble Studios is based in Dallas, Texas “Dallas” redirects here. For other uses, see Dallas (disambiguation). The City of Dallas (pronounced [ˈdæl.əs] or [ˈdæl. . About Microsoft Game Studios Microsoft Game Studios is a leading worldwide publisher and developer of games for the Xbox(R) video game system, the Windows(R) operating system and online platforms. Comprising a network of top developers, Microsoft Game Studios is committed to creating innovative and diverse games for Windows For the magazine, see . Games for Windows is a gaming platform and marketing campaign by Microsoft that dates back at least to 2005, and was revised in 2006. Games for the platform must meet certification standards similar to those of modern popular videogame consoles. 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