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E3 2005: Games for Windows Deliver More Ways to Play

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12th May 2005, 11:27pm
Microsoft will demonstrate how it sets the bar higher for computer gaming during E3. The Games for Windows booth will feature Microsoft's universal gaming controller and more than two dozen titles from the hottest publishers in the industry.

Microsoft Universal Gaming Controller

Microsoft will reveal a prototype of the universal gaming controller. Designed for use on Windows-based PCs and the next-generation Xbox console the controller will allow gamers to enjoy a consistent playing experience across Microsoft's gaming platforms.

Windows Game Advisor

Windows Game Advisor 3.0 will be unveiled. Featuring by popular demand the Game Advisor now lets gamers rate their favorite games and find out what others think about the more than 300 games listed.

Windows Booth-Exclusive Titles

The Games for Windows booth is expected to feature the following exclusive games:

Age of Empires III, entices players to explore the world of North and South America during the time frame of 1500 to 1850 through breathtaking graphics, brought to life by a new engine that pushes the limits of Windows-based PC graphics technology to new levels.

Dungeon Siege II, will include new levels of depth. Dungeon Siege II satisfies every itch for fans of Chris Taylor's classic action role-playing game. A compelling story, detailed graphics, rich party dynamics and a whole new level of player powers combine with straight-up monster-bashing in this masterful sequel.

Fable: The Lost Chapters, brings the award-winning Fable experience to Windows with more quests to solve, lands to explore, creatures to defeat, and stories to discover. Players' every action determines their skills, appearance and reputation. Who will you be?

Rise of Nations: Rise of Legends, Players journey to the land of Aio, a world embroiled in an epic battle between Magic and Technology. Gamers wage wars filled with mystic creatures, impossible machines and stunning acts of magic. The award-winning Conquer the World gameplay pulls gamers through a new world of heroes, monsters, loyalty and betrayal.

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes, represents the leap to the third generation of massively multiplayer online role-playing games from the original creators of EverQuest. Building on its many years of development expertise in this genre, Sigil Games Online Inc. will transport players to the richest and most diverse fantasy world they have ever experienced.

Zoo Tycoon 2: Endangered Species, lets players care for some of the world's rarest animals, like the koala and the Komodo dragon. New transportation options let players build vehicle tours or even ride the sky trams alongside their zoo guests. Zoo Tycoon 2: Endangered Species delivers a rare animal experience as players create the ultimate world-class zoo.

Bratz, THQ. After Jade gets fired from a summer internship at Your Thing Magazine, the Bratz girls decide to start their own magazine. The search for the perfect scoop takes the girls around the globe, where famous places and famous people make for an amazing adventure.

Half-Life 2: Lost Coast, Valve. Featuring amazing digital actors, advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and physical gameplay. This year, Valve will release Half-Life 2: Lost Coast, a new, single-player level, custom-created to introduce High-Dynamic Range lighting to the Source engine.

The Games for Windows booth is expected to feature the following games from industry partners:

You Are Empty (1C Company)
The Movies (Activision/Lionhead)
Worms 4 (Codemasters)
X³: Reunion, (EGOSOFT)
Commandos Strike Force, (Eidos)
Battlefield 2, (Electronic Arts)
Sims 2: Nightlife Expansion Pack, (Electronic Arts)
Hellgate: London, (Flagship Studios)
Age of Conan - Hyborian Adventures, (Funcom)
Dreamfall: The Longest Journey, (Funcom)
Star Wars Galaxies: Episode III Rage of the Wookiees, (LucasArts)
Imperator, (Mythic Entertainment)
Auto Assault, (NCsoft)
City of Villains, (NCsoft)
Phantasy Star Universe, (SEGA of America)
MotoGP URT 3, (THQ)
Heroes of Might & Magic V, (Ubisoft)
Myst V, (Ubisoft)

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by Robert Gardner