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The Barbarian Comes to 360
Microsoft gives thumbs up to Age of Conan MMO.
by Hilary Goldstein
December 12, 2006 - One of IGN's most eagerly-anticipated PC games of 2007,Age of Conan, is now officially approved for Xbox 360. This is not a surprise, as we have expected Age of Conan to become part of the 360 library since we saw it at E3 last May. Approval from MS means Funcom can begin talking about a future Xbox 360 version publicly.
"This is a groundbreaking leap forward for Funcom. The fact that we now get the chance to develop Age of Conan for the Xbox 360 means access to a potentially whole new and large MMO market," said Trond Arne Aas, CEO of Funcom. "The fast-paced and innovative combat system in Age of Conan will suit the demanding console audience perfect. We believe the amazing online capabilities of Xbox 360 will be a great match for MMOs like Age of Conan, and as one of a handful officially approved MMO games for the console we aim to create a unique, brutal and powerful online gaming experience."
In Age of Conan, players experience Robert E. Howard's incredible world of sword and sorcery first hand as they battle beasts, bandits and more in the Hyborian Age. Funcom's MMO features a real-time combat system that should translate well to the console version. Those who love Barbarians but dislike MMOs may still have a worthy purchase in Age of Conan. The upcoming game, expected to release this spring on PC, begins with a robust single-player adventure. Players can't take their characters online into the dangerous Hyborian World until after bolstering them with plenty of combat experience.
Console-specific features, such as PC/Xbox interactivity, and a publisher for the 360 version will be announced in 2007.
Finally!!! Some MMO goodness for the 360.
