X'03: Microsoft Announce Epic Partnership News

Microsoft’s ‘big announcement’ during X’03 would probably be the announcement of a new agreement with themselves and Epic Games, to develop future titles for both the Xbox and PC.<br><br>Whilst this hardly comes as a surprise, the lack of any specific details on future titles certainly was a hard disappointment to swallow.<br><br>“We’re looking forward to working with Epic, one of the industry’s most respected and successful games developers,” said Ed Fries, vice president of Xbox game content. “Their games have thrilled millions of gamers around the world. Epic and Microsoft have technology leadership in common - the titles they are developing for Xbox will use the power of the console to deliver cutting-edge gaming experiences.”<br><br>“We’re delighted to be working with Microsoft ” said Jay Wilbur, Vice President Business Affairs (and Spiritual Advisor), Epic Games, “We feel strongly that, in partnership with Microsoft, Epic Games and Scion Studios will provide gamers with spectacular entertainment on Xbox and Windows platforms.”<br><br>‘Unreal Championship 2’ it is then…