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BATTLETECH Will Release In 2018
STOCKHOLM - Aug. 14, in the year of our Lord 2017 -
Paradox Interactive and Harebrained Schemes today announced that
the release of BATTLETECH has been moved to early 2018.
Initially planned for release later this year, the move will
give the Harebrained Schemes team the time they need to deliver
the type of quality experience the company is known for.
“Throughout development our Backers have been clear: ‘Don’t rush
it, just make it great.’ and we have taken that advice to
heart,” said Jordan Weisman, CEO of Harebrained Schemes and
creator of the original board game and BattleTech universe.
“HBS, Paradox, and our Backers all share a deeply personal
attachment to this project and we are committed to delivering a
game that not only meets the high expectations of our Backers
and fans but introduces BattleTech to a new generation of
players.”
“The feedback and enthusiasm from Beta participants has shown us
just how great BATTLETECH can be, and rushing development to fit
a timeline would be a disservice,” said Fredrik Wester, CEO of
Paradox Interactive. “We believe in the Harebrained Schemes
team, and want them to give the game the time and attention they
need to create a turn-based game worthy of the name."
To help eager MechCommanders pass the time, Harebrained Schemes
is again updating their Backer Beta this week to include a large
number of improvements including gameplay changes, AI upgrades,
balance changes, and interface enhancements based upon the reams
of useful feedback they’ve received from their community. A
subsequent update coming soon will also allow Backers to go
head-to-head in PvP multiplayer allowing them to test their
skills against human opponents.
No word on a physical copy of this game at this time. Families
are required to pay for Internet usage fees to download this
game. For more information click
here.