Ships Ahoy - Fireteam Reloaded
Fireteam Reloaded, a multiplayer
action revival/remake that features real-time voice technology (a more
groundbreaking concept in the 20th century when the original Fireteam
launched). The game is free to download and play, while offering additional
items, including maps, character classes, and even game modes, via
micropayments:Austin, TX (June 11, 2008) -- Fireteam Reloaded, a
team-based, multiplayer action game for the PC, is now available as a free
download at www.pixelminegames.com.
Developed by Pixel Mine, Fireteam Reloaded combines fast-paced sports action
with intense battlefield combat while using integrated voice communication.
Fireteam Reloaded is the third game to utilize the Pixel Mine Store for its
micro-payment technology.
“The original Fireteam was a groundbreaking and inspirational game – and as its
spiritual successor, Fireteam Reloaded aims to deliver even more fun, great
characters and non-stop action to the gaming community that everyone can enjoy
for free,” said David Reese, President of Pixel Mine.
The initial download of Fireteam Reloaded includes two maps, three character
classes, four gameplay modes and state of the art voice chat technology, that
lets players easily communicate with one another to formulate strategy and taunt
their opponents. Fireteam Reloaded also features a spectator mode that lets
enthusiastic fans cheer or jeer from above and even drop items into the game
from their spectator viewing platform.
Fireteam Reloaded enjoyed huge success during its open beta with thousands of
players establishing accounts, and comments claiming “Lots of fun to play” and
“Addictive.”
Each match of Fireteam Reloaded provides ten minutes of non-stop action.
According to Bill Money, co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Pixel Mine,
“The gameplay appeals to a massive audience of casual gamers who are looking for
a quick adrenaline fix. Hardcore gamers will also find the intense action to be
exhilarating and perfect for a much-needed midday shooting break.”
New content for Fireteam Reloaded, such as maps, character classes and items,
will be made available through the Pixel Mine store using their secure
micro-payment transaction system. Located at
www.pixelminegames.com, this
one-stop-shop lets gamers browse and purchase Pixel Mine games, check out stats,
chat with friends, manage their account and billing, read the latest news, and
more.
A Military Discount of 20% off of all Fireteam Reloaded items in the store will
be applied toward accounts that use a “.mil” email address. Also, players
accessing the game from an iGames Partner LAN Center will receive the basic game
unlock for free. A list of participating LAN centers can be found at
http://www.igames.org/Events.asp?Event=8158.
About Pixel Mine, Inc. Headquartered in the gaming hotbed of Austin, Texas,
Pixel Mine, Inc. is a developer and publisher of high quality independent
entertainment products. More information about Pixel Mine can be found online at
www.pixelminegames.com.
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