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UBI SOFT AND SSG ANNOUNCE SEQUEL TO THE ACCLAIMED WARLORDS: BATTLECRY

Warlords: Battlecry II Will Feature Strategic Campaign and Broad Multiplayer Game Options

San Francisco, CA - October 4, 2001 - Ubi Soft Entertainment and Strategic Studies Group today announced Warlords: Battlecry II, sequel to the critically acclaimed Warlords: Battlecry. A unique hybrid of real-time strategy and role-playing, Battlecry gameplay focuses on a true Persistent Hero that players develop and customize through dozens of battles and many hours of gameplay, either online or in single-player mode. Battlecry II will feature a new strategic campaign structure, at least 60 new units, and dozens of new buildings. Currently in the beta phase of development, Warlords:Battlecry II will be available in Spring 2002.

"SSG is adding game depth while also enhancing the computer AI proficiency and graphics quality," says executive producer Dexter Chow, speaking from Ubi Soft's San Francisco office. "The terrain engine is completely new, allowing for highly detailed, unique terrain elements and modification. The particle engine is brand new and includes spectacular spell and blood effects. SSG's renowned AI will be even more fiendish with unique personalities and downloadable updates for new computer enemies."

Available exclusively from ubisoft.com, online multiplayer support available at launch will include over 12 multiplayer team games as well as a multiplayer free-for-all. Players will be able to build up their heroes and join clans at the ubisoft.com game-matching site. "Bragging rights and intense competition will be key for our online gamers," said Jason Rubinstein, general manager of ubisoft.com, "but they will also be able to take advantage of our tournaments, file and map sharing, and many other special events."

For more information on Warlords: Battlecry II please visit www.ssg.com.au

About SSG

Strategic Studies Group is one of the world's oldest and most respected independent games developers. Founded in 1982, SSG has a long history of producing strategy games of the highest quality. These games have a large and devoted fan base, and many of them continue to be played many years after their initial release, a tribute to the underlying strength of SSG game design. SSG games have won numerous awards and received high critical acclaim. The release of a new SSG game is a highly anticipated event. For more information on SSG visit www.ssg.com.au <http://www.ssg.com.au/> or email gwhiley@ssg.com.au  <mailto:gwhiley@ssg.com.au>

About Ubi Soft

Ubi Soft Entertainment is a global producer, publisher and international distributor of interactive entertainment products. A leading company in the industry, Ubi Soft's strong and diversified lineup has grown considerably. As well as developing original properties, Ubi Soft has also steadfastly partnered with several high-profile companies and is dedicated to delivering consumers with quality videogame titles while offering blockbuster franchises. Some of Ubi Soft's recent licenses include Disney, Warner Bros., DreamWorks and Sony Pictures. Founded in 1986, the company has offices in 18 countries including the United States, Canada, France, Germany and China and sells its products in a total of 52 countries. For more information about Ubi Soft, visit http://www.ubisoft.com or call 1-800-UBI-SOFT.

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