BEIJING, Sept. 2 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Perfect World Co., Ltd. ("Perfect World" or the "Company"), a leading online game developer and operator in China, today announced that it launches open beta testing for "Perfect World II" in North America on September 2, 2008 in the name of "Perfect World International" through its wholly owned U.S. subsidiary, Perfect World Entertainment Inc. ("PWE").
The game has received positive feedback since the closed beta testing. The open beta testing is expected to allow more North American online game players to enjoy the game's expansive feature set and unique artistic elegance.
"I am very pleased by the successful closed beta testing in North America, and we are excited to introduce 'Perfect World International' to more online game players," said Mr. Alan Chen, Senior Vice President of Perfect World and Chief Executive Officer of PWE. "I believe that the efforts we have devoted to the localization work and our execution ability will enhance our position in North America."
"Our progress in North America again evidenced our commitment to executing our international expansion strategy. I believe the launch of 'Perfect World International' in North America marks a key milestone for us and helps us further position Perfect World as a leading provider in the global online game market in the long-term," added Mr. Michael Chi, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Perfect World.
About Perfect World Co., Ltd. ( http://www.pwrd.com/ )
Perfect World Co., Ltd. is a leading online game developer and operator in China. Perfect World primarily develops three-dimensional ("3D") online games based on the proprietary Angelica 3D game engine and game development platform. The Company's strong technology and creative game design capabilities, combined with extensive local knowledge and experience, enable it to frequently and rapidly introduce popular games that are designed to cater to changing customer preferences and market trends in China. The Company's current portfolio of self-developed online games includes 3D massively multiplayer online role playing games ("MMORPGs"): "Perfect World," "Legend of Martial Arts," "Perfect World II," "Zhu Xian," "Chi Bi" and "Pocketpet Journey West;" and a 3D online casual game: "Hot Dance Party." While most revenues are generated in China, the Company's games have been licensed to leading game operators in a number of countries and regions in Asia, Europe and South America. The Company plans to continue to explore new and innovative business models and remains deeply committed to maximizing shareholder value over time.
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