EWIN Stock: eWorld Counts Down to Chinese Market Launch of Online Gaming Platform
eWorld Interactive, Inc. (OTCBB: EWIN stock) (the "Company" or "eWorld") is
pleased to announce that the Chinese language version of its online
multi-player game "BattleZone" will be publicly launched for open beta
testing on January 18.
Company CEO Guy Peckham remarked, "Not only does this signify our
foray into the successful monetization phase of our business, this is
also an important milestone in the development of eWorld's
entertainment portal. We are currently anticipating over 5 million
users to participate in the open beta testing of BattleZone."
The open beta phase is the next and final step towards full
commercialization of the product and it allows the Company an
opportunity to fully promote the game throughout eWorld's extensive
distributor and internet cafe network of over 100,000 locations. This
final test period stimulates consumer appetite for the game, creating
early demand to promote presales of game cards through the distribution
channels.
BattleZone, created by Korean game developer Sidus and adapted for
the Chinese demographic by eWorld, was originally launched in a Korean
language version for its home market and is a web-based, cartoon
animated, multi-player game that has been in development over the past
2 years specifically for the much larger Chinese market. Users engage
in a 5-10 minute battle, mostly in team-play mode, and emerge as
winners or losers. Unique techniques, battle situations, character role
development, competition and team play provide the foundation for a
strong and loyal player community. By gaining experience and wins in
the game, online characters acquire enhanced capabilities providing
ongoing depth and interest. Equipment, training and skills may also be
purchased by the players using their prepaid game cards.
Mr Peckham further noted that, "Based upon the early sales figures
deriving from our recently held distributor meeting, I strongly believe
that the BattleZone revenue model will be a great business and revenue
stream for eWorld." eWorld has exclusive sales, marketing and
distribution rights for the game in Mainland China. Additional revenue
opportunities also exist from derivative merchandising in and around
China.
Additional user information and access to the open-beta test site is available at eWorld Interactive's site at www.17dian.cn.
The commercial launch of the game is planned to occur concurrently with
the retail distribution of prepaid player cards upon completion of open
beta testing.
eWorld Interactive ("eWorld") is a second-generation media and
entertainment portal in Mainland China and other Asian markets. The
company has assembled a portfolio of multi-media content and
applications that provide advertising access to a large customer base
in the region. eWorld is a compelling place for individuals to interact
with top media franchises as well as create and share their videos,
photos, music, and online experiences. Offline products and video
production capabilities allow the company to create higher value
offerings for content providers and advertisers.
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