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New York, NY, September 8, 2011
-- Rockstar Games, a publishing label of Take-Two
Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), is proud to announce
that
Max Payne 3
is expected to launch on the Xbox 360® video game and
entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer
entertainment system and PC in March 2012 in North America and
Europe.
“
Max Payne 3
gave us an amazing creative opportunity to evolve one of
our most iconic characters,” said Sam Houser, Founder of
Rockstar Games. “We’re excited to show fans a modern
version of Max that pulls them back into his dark and twisted
story.”
Max Payne 3
continues the tale of former New York City detective, Max
Payne. Still haunted by the memories of his traumatic past, Max
begins a new life working private security protecting a wealthy
industrialist and his family in Sao Paulo, Brazil. When gangs
target the family under his protection, Max is forced to fight to
save his clients and clear his name, in a bid to, once and for all,
rid himself of the demons that have tortured him for far too
long.
Picking up where the release of
Max Payne 2
from series creator Remedy Entertainment left off,
Max Payne 3
is a true cross-studio collaboration between Rockstar
Games’ global development teams. The game utilizes cutting
edge technology for a seamless, cinematic action experience,
incorporating the latest advances in Natural Motion physics and a
brand new iteration of Rockstar’s own Rockstar Advanced Game
Engine. The result offers highly-refined gameplay, with an
extensive range of realistic weaponry, an intelligent cover system
and sophisticated Bullet-Time mechanics.
In addition to an expansive single-player campaign,
Max Payne 3
will be the first title in the series to introduce an
addictive multiplayer experience.
Max Payne 3
’s multiplayer aims to deliver a compelling
experience that dynamically alters maps and mode progression for
all players in a match. Along with traditional multiplayer modes,
Max Payne 3
will also include a deep reward and leveling system,
persistent clans and multiple strategic load-out options.
For fans looking for a new way to enjoy the classic
Max Payne
, Rockstar Games is happy to announce that
Max Payne
will receive the full HD treatment for mobile devices.
Available for the first time on mobile,
Max Payne
will have connectivity to the Rockstar Games Social Club
and boast the same features as its PC counterparts -- including HD
graphics and high-resolution textures that take advantage of the
latest mobile technologies, including incredibly customizable
controls and support for wired controllers.
Max Payne 3
promises to delivers a dark, gritty action experience
that is sure to satisfy newcomers and fans to the historic
franchise.
For more information, log onto
www.rockstargames.com/maxpayne3.
About Take-Two Interactive Software
Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software,
Inc. is a global developer, marketer and publisher of interactive
entertainment software games for the PC, PlayStation®3 and
PlayStation®2 computer entertainment systems, PSP®
(PlayStation®Portable) system, Xbox 360® video game and
entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii™, Nintendo
DS™, iPhone®, iPod® touch and iPad®. The Company
publishes and develops products through its wholly owned labels
Rockstar Games and 2K, which publishes its titles under 2K Games,
2K Sports and 2K Play. The Company’s common stock is publicly
traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and
product information please visit our website at
www.take2games.com.
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