Red 5 Makes Its Mark

Former WoW Developers Get Publisher for Own MMOG

Yesterday marked the another milestone for the World of Warcraft developers albeit in a fashion that doesn't help Blizzard or VU Games. Red 5 Studios, a team composed of former WoW creators, announced that they have found a publishing partner for their upcoming MMOG in WEBZEN.

"WEBZEN and Red 5 Studios share the same vision and passion to create next generation online games that can successfully suit the tastes and demands of gamers worldwide," said Nam Ju Kim, CEO, WEBZEN, Inc. "We are confident that projects such as these will help WEBZEN reach its goal of becoming a top global online games publisher."

"WEBZEN offers the optimal environment for developing games, with its world-class technology and overall expertise in online game entertainment," said Mark Kern, President and CEO, Red 5 Studios. "WEBZEN is becoming a huge force in the global online games marketplace. Their commitment and determination partnered with our unique game concept is a winning combination for a blockbuster title."

Employees of Red 5 Studios have an impressive past, working on such stellar titles as Diablo II, Starcraft, Warcraft III and World of Warcraft, all AAA award-winning games. Details on the upcoming MMOG as they come.
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