Perfect World to Launch Unlimited Closed Beta Testing |
Beijing China (July 7, 2008) - Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: PWRD) ("Perfect World" or the "Company"), a leading online game developer and operator in China, today announced that it plans to launch unlimited closed beta testing for "Pocketpet Journey West," the Company's first pet-themed massively multiplayer online role playing game ("MMORPG"), on July 17, 2008. "Pocketpet Journey West" has been well-received by many domestic online game players since closed beta testing was launched on June 26, 2008. To allow more online game players to experience this new pet-themed game, Perfect World has decided to launch unlimited closed beta testing for the game on July 17, 2008 and reset all the characters created during the most recent closed beta testing period. Once the next phase begins, all online game players will be able to log on to "Pocketpet Journey West." After registering, player data created during the unlimited closed beta testing period will be saved. Additionally, the in-game item mall will be open. This should allow even more players to enjoy the fun packed into this innovative new game. Mr. Michael Chi, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Perfect World, commented, "As one of our company's core products in 2008, we have seen solid results from the closed beta testing period. We will continue to adjust and fine tune the game based on the feedback we received during the most recent closed beta testing period in order to ensure that even more players can have excellent game experience." About Perfect World Co., Ltd. (http://www.pwrd.com) Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: PWRD) is a leading online game developer and operator in China. Perfect World primarily develops three-dimensional ("3D") online games based on the proprietary Angelica 3D game engine and game development platform. The Company's strong technology and creative game design capabilities, combined with extensive local knowledge and experience, enable it to frequently and rapidly introduce popular games that are designed to cater to changing customer preferences and market trends in China. The Company's current portfolio of self-developed online games includes 3D massively multiplayer online role playing games ("MMORPGs"): "Perfect World," "Legend of Martial Arts," "Perfect World II," "Zhu Xian," and "Chi Bi;" and a 3D casual game: "Hot Dance Party." While most revenues are generated in China, the Company's games have been licensed to leading game operators in more than ten countries and regions. The Company plans to continue to explore new and innovative business models and remains deeply committed to maximizing shareholder value over time. Safe Harbor Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements constitute forward-looking statements under the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "future," "plans," "believes" and similar statements. Such statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, our limited operating history, our ability to protect our intellectual property rights, our ability to respond to competitive pressure, and changes of the regulatory environment in China. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in Perfect World's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual report on Form 20-F. Perfect World does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable law. For further information, please contact Perfect World Co., Ltd. Christensen Investor Relations Jung Chang |