Five titles in development at Electronic Arts secure UE3 backing from Epic under latest extension...

Electronic Arts and Epic Games have today confirmed an extension to a deal that will see EA continue to use Unreal Engine 3 for a further five titles, all of which are under currently in development.

The identities of the five have not been revealed.

"With the largest and most talented studio operation in the world, it's critical for us to give our studio teams the best tools they need to make great games," said Frank Gibeau, President, at EA. "This agreement reflects our commitment to Epic's technology which, in combination with our own cutting-edge systems, allows us to create ground breaking hits."

"Epic is committed to providing EA with the premier development infrastructure, tools and technology for its upcoming games," said Mark Rein, vice president, Epic Games. "We're extremely excited that EA has chosen to expand their use of Unreal Engine 3 and we can't wait to see more of the great games they will produce with it."

The original deal between the outfits was first signed in 2006, with Army of Two and Medal of Honor: Airborne just two of the released titles produced with Epic's massively licensed engine.