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“RAMPAGE ASIA: Are you Unstoppable?”
Win US $70,000 from WCGZONE tournament presented by Intel

- WCGZone online tournament presented by Intel® Core™2 Quad processor starts from September 15th
- All gamers from 15 Asia Pacific countries are invited
- Biggest prize money ever in WCGZone tournaments

NEW ZEALAND, September 24, 2007 – WCGZone (www.wcgzone.com), the year-round 24-hour online gaming site launched by the World Cyber Games (WCG), holds the first regional online tournament presented by “Intel® Core™ 2 Quad processor” from September 15th to December 15th. Officially named “RAMPAGE ASIA,” this regional tournament invites all gamers from 15 Asia Pacific countries with total cash prizes amounting to USD $70,000* - the biggest prize money ever!

The features of “RAMPAGE ASIA “ include:
* Open to all gamers from 15 Asia Pacific countries: Australia, Bangladesh, China, Chinese Taipei, Hong Kong SAR, India, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.
* Official titles are some of the most popular game titles in the Asia Pacific region: First Person Shooter game Counter Strike 1.6 and Real Time Strategy game WarCraft III.
* Tournament mechanics follow a ladder system in which gamers receive points according to their ‘win/loss’ record after each match played.
* Real-time tournament results updates for gamers will be available after the completion of each match.
* Leader board ranking allows results to be presented as from an overall regional ranking to domestic ranking.
* Forums operated by respected gamers will facilitate discussions on gaming strategies and the trading of newest gaming information.
* Replay file uploading board allows gamers to upload their game replays and to watch and learn from games others have played.

Winners of RAMPAGE ASIA will be announced after December 15th when the tournament is completed.

“Although WCGZone was launched only one year ago, it has grown as the ideal place where gamers all around the world can meet their friends anywhere, anytime,” said Hyoung-seok Kim, the CEO of International Cyber Marketing, the global organizer of WCG. He also said, “This advantage of WCGZone allows Intel, the world leader in silicon innovation, to engage Asian gamers online.”

“Intel is constantly pushing the barriers to create the ultimate gaming experience. For today’s hottest game titles, multi-threading capability is the price of admission. Designed for astonishing performance, the four processing cores in Intel Core 2 Quad processors handle massive throughput, delivering game-changing responsiveness and amazing hyper-realistic gaming environments,” said Rupal Shah, APAC Marketing Director, Intel Technology Asia. “Intel Core 2 Quad processor-based PCs have the raw power and responsiveness to keep non-stop action coming at you.” Presented by Intel Core 2 Quad processor, RAMPAGE ASIA is the first online tournament of its size and scope in Asia Pacific, offering a staggering US$70,000 in prize money to be awarded after the conclusion of the tournament on Dec 15, 2007.

Gamers from Asia Pacific countries can participate in “RAMPAGE ASIA” presented by Intel Core 2 Quad processor at any time after joining WCGZone.com and installing GamOn, the program that operates WCG online matches. More detailed information about RAMPAGE ASIA can be found at http://intel.wcgzone.com.

*For each of the two game titles, there will be a 1st place at US$20,000, a 2nd place at US$10,000 and a 3rd place at US$5,000.

ABOUT THE WORLD CYBER GAMES
The World Cyber Games (www.worldcybergames.com) is the premier blue chip global video game tournament and culture festival. First founded in 2000 to promote global harmony through e-sports, the WCG has grown steadily ever since. Behind the slogan "Beyond the Game" and with contestants from 75 countries expected to participate in this year's event, the World Cyber Games has developed into a true global phenomenon with arguably the largest prize amount at stake. The World Cyber Games prides itself on leading the "Digital Entertainment Culture."

About WCGZone.com (www.wcgzone.com)
WCGZone.com is the game play site operated by World Cyber Games. WCG Zone allows gamers to play games, manage rankings, communicate with other gamers, and participate in online tournaments. WCG Zone’s GamOn anti-cheat client allows gamers to play with other gamers in a safe, cheat-free environment.

ENDS

Fact Sheet for WCG Zone Online Tournament - Rampage Asia:
Are You Unstoppable

Title RAMPAGE Asia: Are You Unstoppable

Duration Sep 15, 2pm (HK time) ~ Dec 15, 2pm (HK time), 2007

Game Titles Offered
1. Counter-Strike 1.6
2. WarCraft III

Region
Asia Pacific countries including:
1. Australia
2. Bangladesh
3. China
4. Chinese Taipei
5. Hong Kong SAR
6. India
7. Indonesia
8. Korea
9. Malaysia
10. New Zealand
11. Philippines
12. Singapore
13. Thailand
14. Vietnam
15. Pakistan

Organizer International Cyber Marketing

Sponsor Intel® Core™ 2 Quad processor

URL http://intel.wcgzone.com

How to join?
1. Register at http://intel.wcgzone.com by clicking the ‘Register’ icon on the menu bar or sign in with WCG Zone ID and password. Activate account via emailed link from WCG Zone administrator. (WCG Zone members: skip this step.)
2. Sign in at http://intel.wcgzone.com with WCG Zone ID and password.
3. Pick one of the game titles from the menu.
4. Next, the gamer will need to key in Battle.net Asia Server ID for WarCraft3. For Counter-Strike, Steam ID and ID to be used in Rampage Asia will need to be keyed in.
5. After logging in, ‘GamOn’ will automatically install and transfer the gamer to the channel.
6. To install ‘GamOn’ manually, click on the ‘GamOn’ icon. Save and install the application file, “GamOn”, which operates the WCG online matches. After installation, the ‘GamOn’, icon will appear on desktop. Click icon and log-in to ‘GamOn’. Choose one of the 2 game titles and enter into the channel. (WCG Zone members: skip this step.)
7. For WarCraft3, click “Game Start” and connect to the Asia server. Pick WCG Mercury channel and play with WCG Mercury Type. Matches will be automatically assigned.
8. For Counter-Strike, click the server in the channel which would lead gamer into the match.
9. Replayed files can be uploaded via the content page on http://www.wcgzone.com where game play will be analyzed.

Tournament Structure
Online tournament:
1. Counter Strike 1.6: Online free play ladder* system
2. WarCraft III: ladder* system

* Ladder: According to ‘win/loss’ record, gamers receive high/low points. Gamers’ ranking is decided by the accumulated points from matches played.

Total Prizes
1. Overall regional top 3 winners per game title:
1st Prize: USD 20,000 Cash
2nd Prize: USD 10,000 Cash
3rd Prize: USD 5,000 Cash
2. Lucky Draw Prizes:
2 x Intel® Core™ 2 Quad processor Q700*

*To qualify, WarCraft players must complete at least 50 games and Counter-Strike players must play at least 3 hours on RAMPAGE Asia.

Closing Date/Time
December 15th 2007
- New Zealand – 7pm
- Australia (EST) – 5pm
- Korea – 3pm
- Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, China & Chinese Taipei – 2pm
- Indonesia/Thailand/ Vietnam – 1pm
- Bangladesh – 12pm
- India – 11.30am
- Pakistan – 11am

Winners Announcement December 15th, 2007 or thereafter

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