PS3 version of Gothic 4 pushed back to 2011

by: Chuck - posted: 8/6/2010 9:35:00 AM

DreamCatcher and JoWooD announced today that the PlayStation 3 version of ArcanIA- Gothic 4 has been pushed back to the first half of 2011 to ensure that the version will match the quality of the PC and Xbox 360 versions (which are scheduled for release on October 12th.

This isn't the first time the game has been delayed and given that it's the first time the series has appeared on the console it's not too unexpected to see the PS3 version delayed as it's architecture is so vastly different than the PC and Xbox 360.  Tina liked what she saw at E3 this year and I've seen the game enough to know that RPG fans are in for a treat if all the promise of the game is delivered.

PLAYSTATION 3 VERSION OF ARCANIA – GOTHIC 4 TO BE RELEASED IN 2011
Xbox and PC release remain unchangedCheck



Toronto, ON: DreamCatcher Games, JoWooD Entertainment and the BVT Group announce that the release of the “ArcaniA – Gothic 4” Playstation 3 version is set for release in the first half of 2011. The successor of the internationally successful Gothic series will be released on current-gen consoles for the first time, additional to PC systems. Xbox 360 and PC versions will hit the stores on Oct. 12th 2010.



The focus during development of ArcaniA – Gothic 4 laid on a well-founded quality assurance. Playstation 3 gamers will experience the same, high quality product as Xbox 360 and PC customers. This causes the adjustment of the release date and sets the course for an outstanding gameplay experience on all platforms.



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About DreamCatcher Inc.

DreamCatcher Inc. is a leading worldwide publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment software. DreamCatcher Interactive is owned by JoWooD Entertainment AG, an Austrian based video game publisher traded on the Vienna stock exchange. DreamCatcher products include titles for Windows® as well as the Xbox 360™, PlayStation® 3, Nintendo DS™ and Wii™. Trademarks are property of their respective owners. Nintendo DS and Wii are trademarks of Nintendo.



About JoWooD Entertainment AG

JoWooD Entertainment AG (ATXPrime: JWD) is listed in the Prime Market segment of the Vienna stock exchange. JoWooD is a publisher of computer and videogames, releasing international acclaimed, high-quality entertainment software for all existing and upcoming gaming systems. Visit http://corporate.jowood.com for more information.



About BVT Group

Headquartered in Munich, Germany, with US operations based in Atlanta, Georgia, BVT Group was founded in 1976 and, since its inception, has originated 184 closed-end funds with a total volume in excess of € 5.4 billion and around 62,000 investors. The investment focus of the BVT funds are real estate in both Germany and the United States, alternative investments (including computer games, private equity and life settlements) as well as energy- and environment. BVT has approached the fast growing games market in 2003. Following a private placement, five public funds with a total volume of almost € 120 million and 7,000 investors were syndicated so far. In cooperation with specialized partner Attaction, 14 game productions have been realized up to now, including three #1 hit games. In its 30-year history, BVT has repeatedly proven itself as a pioneer for new product lines. In 2005, the company was granted “Scope Investment Awards“ in the categories “closed-end real estate funds global” and “closed-end private equity funds”. In 2009, BVT founder Harald von Scharfenberg was granted the Scope Honor Award for his lifetime achievements.