Electronic Arts Teams with NetDragon to Develop New MMORPG

December 5, 2008

By Mike Peters

Electronic Arts (EA) and NetDragon have teamed up to develop a new 3D massively multi-player online role playing game (MMORPG) based on the Electronic Arts' "Dungeon Keeper" line of games which were released in 1997. As part of this agreement, NetDragon will develop, operate, and distribute "Dungeon Keeper Online" throughout the Greater China region, including Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macau.

NetDragon's "Dungeon Keeper Online" Based on EA's "Dungeon Keeper"

"We are delighted to enter into an agreement with EA in the development of our first 3D MMORPG," said Mr. Liu Dejian, chairman and executive director of NetDragon. "Capitalizing our strength to create a strong gaming experience, powerful operating platform, and expertise within China's online game market, we are confident that 'Dungeon Keeper Online' will not only become successful in the Greater China region but also achieve remarkable results overseas." Electronic Arts and NetDragon to Produce MMORPG for Chinese Gamers

Jon Niermann, president of EA Asia Pacific said, "The partnership marks a significant milestone for EA as it will enhance our intellectual property and extend our product reach throughout the Greater China region. It will also further enhance our intellectual property with differentiated, high-quality games, particularly in the field of MMORPGs."

About Electronic Arts

Electronic Arts Inc. is a leading interactive entertainment software company that develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, cellular handsets, and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EA Sports, EA, EA Sports Freestyle, and Pogo.

About NetDragon

NetDragon Websoft Inc. is a leading online game developer and operator in the People's Republic of China. Its game portfolio includes a range of MMORPGs that cater to various types of players and gaming preferences. The Group has successfully developed and marketed many popular online titles.