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Perfect World Launches "Horseback Fighters" |
Beijing China (October 23, 2008) - Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: PWRD) ("Perfect World" or the "Company"), a leading online game developer and operator in China, today announced the launch of "Horseback Fighters," the latest expansion pack for "Chi Bi," the Company's 3D massively multiplayer online role playing game ("MMORPG") based on the Three Kingdoms period in Chinese history. "Chi Bi" features aesthetic graphic design and distinct elements of traditional Chinese culture. Moreover, the game's special features, such as the "18 Legendary Weapons System" and the "Battle of the Three Kingdoms System," have made "Chi Bi" a popular game among online game players. This latest expansion pack introduces a large number of updates, including new battlefields, higher levels for in-game characters and new maps, such as "Tranquil Iceland," "Secluded Garden Valley," "Mysterious Lolan Desert" and "Enchanting Flowering Forest." One of the most unique new features is a "Horseback Fighting System," which allows gamers to experience fast-paced and exciting battles on horseback. In addition, two new weapons, "Halberd" and "Folding Fan," have been added to the "18 Legendary Weapons System". Mr. Michael Chi, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Perfect World, commented, "As our first 3D MMORPG based on Chinese history, 'Chi Bi' has been developing well since its launch. I believe the new content of this expansion pack will bring new and exciting experiences to online game players." 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," "Chi Bi" and "Pocketpet Journey West;" and a 3D online casual game: "Hot Dance Party." While most revenues are generated in China, the Company's games have been licensed to leading game operators in a number of countries and regions in Asia, Europe and South America. 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 Roger Hu |