“Virtual Skipper Online” is a magnificent simulation with intense regattas both in solo and multiplayer modes, outstanding graphics and an ultra-realistic sea modeled and animated to perfection. The game has set the standard for sailing titles, and is currently played online by a large community of players from around the world.
Based on a model that is close to the free version of “TrackMania Nations”, another title from Nadeo, “Virtual Skipper Online” is a complete game, and offers players access to an online solo mode that allows them to meet up and challenge one another.
“Nadeo demonstrated with TrackMania Nations that a free game can exist alongside a paid version,” stated Cédric Lagarrigue, CEO of Focus Home Interactive. “There are already more than 3 million players subscribed to the free version of TrackMania Nations and hundreds of thousands of players for the paid version of TrackMania United Forever. Today, TrackMania is simply the most played online game for PC. Now, we are offering a similar version of Virtual Skipper in order to open the exceptional quality niche game that is so popular with sailing fans. Being a free game that is easily accessible will help it reach a larger audience to become a standard in online games.”
“Virtual Skipper Online” is available immediately as a free download. Grab a copy now, and take the helm of the most famous boats such as Class America, Open 60, Melges 24 or even offshore racers to sail the four corners of the world in 14 of the best competitive watercourses, either solo or in multiplayer mode.
“Virtual Skipper Online”:
• Online and offline regatta simulator, the benchmark for all sailing games.
• Alone or with other players, navigate 14 legendary watercourses including Valencia, Marseille, Trapani and Malmö – all venues of the America’s Cup. Discover the prime locations for competitive sailing such as San Francisco, Sydney, Porto Cervo, Auckland, Vancouver, Wight, Quiberon, Rio and even Qingdao.
• Play online with players from all around the world (integrated chat, player-ranking systems, avatars, competitions…).
Interzone Entertainment has announced Interzone Futebol, a massively multiplayer online sports title which will first release in Portuguese for the Brazilian market, home to millions of avid futebol (soccer in the U.S.) fans and players, closely followed by international versions for worldwide release. Interzone Futebol features team-based multiplayer matches, with every character on the pitch (playing field) controlled by a different player, including goalkeepers who, until now, have always been AI-controlled. During the match, players will improve their skills and unlock new skills and moves. Players will also improve their personal rankings and their team’s rankings, earn money through salary or sponsorship, and customize their character at creation, during game play, and by buying virtual items from Interzone’s online store. Interzone Futebol will be available in Q4 2008.
