Sid Meier’s Pirates!

European website launches.

Posted by Staff
Ahoy mateys! To quench your thirst for the riches and rewards to be found in the upcoming, Sid Meier's Pirates!, Atari and Firaxis Games have developed the definitive destination for all things Pirates!, www.pirates-game.com. Today marks the debut of this new fully localised online pirate haven where you can find the latest Pirates! news, features, all-new game screenshots, concept art and video trailers.

Adventurous visitors will discover an exclusive behind-the-scenes designer diary written by gaming legend and lead designer, Sid Meier. Visit frequently to gain insight into new features and gameplay enhancements through the "Developer Updates" written by various members of the Pirates! development team.

An all-new video featuring gameplay from the upcoming game and brief details about the original game is available for download now.

The new Pirates! carries on with the great gameplay and design simplicity tradition of the award-winning original while adding more challenging and exciting battle options, and a deeper and more varied role-playing experience, including multiple paths to a wealthy, happy retirement. This and many other features and additions make this gaming classic one of the most highly anticipated releases of this century!

Sid Meier's Pirates! is scheduled for release in Christmas 2004 - but be sure to check out www.pirates-game.com in the meantime!