Unreal Tournament 3 Makes Its World Premiere in Germany

Midway Games today announced the launch of the action blockbuster Unreal Tournament 3 for 12 November 2007. This means German gamers will be the first in the world to get the latest game production from Epic Games, the creators of the Unreal Tournament series.

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With more than seven million units sold, the Unreal series is one of the most successful shooter franchises of all time. With Unreal Tournament 3, the latest installment in the series, Midway and Epic Games are setting new standards in technology, scope, and playability.

“We are delighted that this exceptional title, eagerly awaited by gaming fans around the world, will celebrate its world premiere in Germany,” comments Uwe Fürstenberg, General Manager of Midway Games Germany. “The German UT community has made a major contribution to the success of this exceptional franchise in the past. With this world premiere, we would like to thank all UT fans in Germany for their loyalty,” Fürstenberg continues.

Thanks to what is currently the most powerful graphics engine, Unreal Engine 3.0, Unreal Tournament 3 offers a visually incomparable gaming experience. Paired with its uniquely dynamic gameplay, players can expect an intense atmosphere in both solo and multiplayer modes. Unreal Tournament 3 offers an enormous amount of content. More than 40 multiplayer maps ensure long-lasting enjoyment, both online and over a network. Unreal Tournament 3 also features a gripping single-player campaign for the first time, keeping solo players glued to the screen.

Eighteen outlandish, graphically impressive vehicles such as the three-legged Darkwalker and the huge Goliath tank add tactical depth to the battles. Unreal Tournament 3 offers numerous multiplayer modes such as “Deathmatch,” “Capture the Flag,” and the new “Warfare” mode, which can be played against others both online and over a network.