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Follow on Google News | Diablo® Iii Sets Pc-Game Launch RecordThe forces of Sanctuary already stand more than 6.3-million strong and growing
By: www.dubaicityinfo.com For details visit http://www.dubaicityinfo.com As of the first week of the game’s availability, that number had already grown to more than 6.3 million.* The above figures also do not include players in Korean Internet game rooms, where Diablo III has become the top-played game, achieving a record share of more than 39% as of May 22.† “We’re definitely thrilled that so many people around the world were excited to pick up their copy of Diablo III and jump in the moment it went live,” said Mike Morhaime, CEO and cofounder of Blizzard Entertainment. “We also regret that our preparations were not enough to ensure everyone had a seamless experience when they did so. I want to reaffirm our commitment to make sure the millions of Diablo III players out there have a great experience with the game moving forward, and I also want to thank them for their ongoing support.” “Regarding today’s announcement, we recognize that setting a new launch record is a big achievement,” Diablo III went live on May 15, with more than 8,000 retailers throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, South Korea, Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and the regions of Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau opening their doors to players at midnight or concurrently with the local release time in celebration of the launch. In addition to being able to buy the game at retail stores, gamers in the regions above as well as in Mexico, Argentina, Chile, and Brazil are also able to purchase Diablo III Diablo III is available for Windows® XP/Windows Vista®/Windows® Players in the Latin American countries listed above and in Russia will be able to purchase Diablo III at local retail locations starting June 7. Digital availability for the Russian version of the game will also begin June 7. In addition to the English version, Diablo III is fully localized into Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, European Spanish, Italian, Polish, Russian, Korean, and traditional Chinese. Diablo III is the latest chapter in Blizzard’s critically acclaimed action–role- Designed from the ground up to leverage the full functionality of the Battle.net® platform, Diablo III also provides gamers with industry-leading matchmaking and communication tools, allowing adventurers to seamlessly join forces for cooperative play. Battle.net also provides the infrastructure for the Diablo III auction house, a feature-rich marketplace that Sanctuary’s heroes can use to trade their hard-earned treasures. To learn more about the auction house and the other features of Diablo III With multiple games in development, Blizzard Entertainment has numerous positions currently available -- visit jobs.blizzard.com for more information and to learn how to apply. * Based on internal company records and reports from key distribution partners. † www.gametrics.com Book Dubai Tours & HOliday Packages at best and affordable rates http://www.dxbrooms.com Information on Abu Dhabi Jobs, News, Events, Maps, Hotels, Tours, Shopping in Abu Dhabi http://www.abudhabicityinfo.com End
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