The world of massively multiplayer online games has seen a nice influx of titles. There have been high-fantasy titles and low-fantasy ones, shooter titles, sci-fi titles (which should not be confused with straight-out shooter titles) and even an attempt at sports titles (like UBO).
Interzone Entertainment is going to attempt an ambitious bit of MMOG fare by bringing soccer, or futebol, to the online space.
According to the press materials: "Interzone Futebol features team-based multiplayer matches, with every character on the pitch (playing field) controlled by a different player, including goalkeepers who, until now, have always been AI-controlled. During the match, players will improve their skills and unlock new skills and moves. Players will also improve their personal rankings and their team's rankings, earn money through salary or sponsorship, and customize their character at creation, during game play, and by buying virtual items from Interzone's online store.
Interzone Entertainment announced that the Australian Closed Beta for Interzone Futebol will begin in late March 2009. Interzone Futebol features team-based multiplayer matches, with every character on the pitch (playing field) controlled by a different player, including goalkeepers who, until now, have always been AI-controlled.
dailygamesnews.com - Interzone Entertainment has announced it has hired Brazilian World Cup champion Romario as an international ambassador representing their upcoming virtual world MMO Interzone Futebol (IZF).
Suzie "Kalia" Ford chats with Jeff Lyndon, VP of Interzone China, about their upcoming football (soccer to us Yanks) MMOG, Interzone Futebol.
