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Jade Empire Coming To PC

2K, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., announced today that it will be publishing Jade Empire: Special Edition for the PC. Jade Empire is an award-winning role-playing game (RPG) from renowned PC game developer BioWare. Anticipated for January 2007, Jade Empire: Special Edition will feature enhanced graphics and a number of new additions.


“We are thrilled to be partnering with 2K to deliver the immersive story and exciting world of Jade Empire to PC gamers,” said Ray Muzyka, CEO of BioWare.

Jade Empire: Special Edition will be exclusively available for the PC and will feature increased graphic resolutions with new visual effects and fighting styles, as well as new monsters and enemies with enhanced AI. The game will also include customizable, intuitive controls and an all-new art book as part of the Special Edition bonus content.

“BioWare has a large and loyal fan base of PC RPG gamers and we have heard their many requests for a PC version of Jade Empire,” said Greg Zeschuk, president of BioWare. “We are happy to work with 2K on our latest product.”

“With Jade Empire’s extensive list of accolades and BioWare’s industry-wide respect as a developer, 2K is delighted to bring the beloved Jade Empire franchise to the PC,” said Christoph Hartmann, President, 2K.

About Jade Empire:

In the ancient, mysterious world of the Jade Empire, players choose to act as a noble hero or treacherous villain by following the path of the “Open Palm” or the “Closed Fist.” Players face powerful human and supernatural foes, learn exotic and magical martial arts and discover the darkest secrets of the world.

For more information, visit the Jade Empire website.