{"id":19429,"date":"2012-03-14T19:53:24","date_gmt":"2012-03-14T09:53:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/power-up.space\/?p=19429"},"modified":"2012-03-14T19:53:24","modified_gmt":"2012-03-14T09:53:24","slug":"ncsoft-reveals-pre-purchase-program-details-for-guild-wars-2-the-most-anticipated-game-of-2012","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.impulsegamer.com\/wordpress\/?p=19429","title":{"rendered":"NCsoft\u00ae Reveals Pre-Purchase Program Details for Guild Wars\u00ae 2 \u2013 the Most Anticipated Game of 2012"},"content":{"rendered":"

Guaranteed Access to All Beta Weekend Events with <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Pre-Purchase of Collector\u2019s, Digital Deluxe and Standard Editions\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA \u2013 \u00a014th<\/sup> March, 2012 \u2013 <\/strong>NCsoft, the world\u2019s premier publisher and developer of massively multiplayer online games (MMOs), today reveals the Pre-Purchase program for Guild Wars 2<\/em>, the most anticipated online role-playing game scheduled for release in 2012. From 10th<\/sup> April, players who pre-purchase the Guild Wars 2<\/em> Collector\u2019s, Digital Deluxe or Standard Editions will receive guaranteed entry into all beta weekend events and a three-day head start prior to launch, giving them the opportunity to be among the first to secure their character and guild names. As a bonus, players who pre-purchaser any edition will also receive an exclusive Hero\u2019s Band, which will provide their characters with a variety of stat enhancements as they venture into the world of Tyria in Guild Wars 2<\/em>.<\/p>\n

The Guild Wars 2<\/em> Collector\u2019s Edition offers fans an unparalleled collection of physical content that goes beyond the game. The centerpiece of the Collector\u2019s Edition is a detailed, hand-painted 10-inch statue of the bestial warrior Rytlock Brimstone wielding his signature flaming sword. Along with the Rytlock statue, players will receive a custom frame along with five stunning Guild Wars 2<\/em> art prints from world-renowned artists, a 112-page Making of Guild Wars 2<\/em> hardback book, a Best of Guild Wars 2 Soundtrack<\/em> CD by award-winning composer Jeremy Soule, and five in-game items, including a Mistfire Wolf that will fight alongside players and a miniature Rytlock who will accompany them on their travels through Tyria.<\/p>\n

The Guild Wars 2<\/em> Collector\u2019s Edition retails at AUD $199.95 and the Standard Edition at AUD $89.95. Players may also pre-order Guild Wars 2<\/em> at select retailers, allowing them to reserve their copy of the game at launch. Players who pre-order Guild Wars 2<\/em> will receive a one-day head start prior to launch.<\/p>\n

For additional information on the pre-purchase program or Guild Wars 2<\/em>, visit www.GuildWars2.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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About NCsoft <\/span><\/p>\n

NCsoft, headquartered in Seoul, Korea, is the world’s premier publisher and developer of massively multiplayer online games, including the critically acclaimed Aion\u00ae, Lineage\u00ae, Guild Wars\u00ae <\/em>and City of Heroes\u00ae<\/em> franchises. Announced in August 2011, WildStar\u2122<\/em> is the newest MMO being developed by internal team Carbine Studios. NCsoft West is a division of NCsoft that holds operating responsibilities for North America, Europe, South America, and Australia\/New Zealand. More information can be found at www.ncsoft.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About Guild Wars 2<\/span><\/p>\n

Guild Wars<\/em>\u00ae 2<\/em> is a visually stunning MMO that will offer players the epic grandeur of a massive role playing environment combined with innovative combat mechanics, dynamic events, and customized personal storytelling.\u00a0Building on the success of Guild Wars<\/em>, NCsoft and game developer ArenaNet\u00ae are creating an MMO that lets gamers play the way they want, while at the same time retaining the no-subscription-fee business model that made the original Guild Wars<\/em> so popular. For more information about Guild Wars 2<\/em>, visit www.GuildWars2.com<\/a>. \u00a0<\/p>\n

About QVS<\/span>\u00a0<\/p>\n

As a leading interactive entertainment specialist across Australia and New Zealand, QVS is a privately owned independent software and accessories distributor that has operated in Australia for over ten years providing quality, innovative interactive software\u00a0titles and accessories. The company’s main objective is to provide its clients and customers with software products and accessories that deliver a highly satisfying entertainment experience. QVS distributes products from a wide range of publishers for a variety of demographics including lifestyle, office, productivity, education and games. QVS feature titles and products from the following well-known brands: Avanquest, City Interactive, Focus Home Interactive, Focus Multimedia, Koch Media, NCsoft,Nero, PDP, Trion Worlds, Turtle Beach plus many more.\u00a0www.qvsoftware.com.au<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Guaranteed Access to All Beta Weekend Events with Pre-Purchase of Collector\u2019s, Digital Deluxe and Standard Editions\u00a0\u00a0 SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA \u2013 \u00a014th March, 2012 \u2013 NCsoft, the world\u2019s premier publisher and developer of massively multiplayer online games (MMOs), today reveals the Pre-Purchase program for Guild Wars 2, the most anticipated online role-playing game scheduled for release in<\/p>\n

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