Spreading the good news today, Relic Entertainment has officially announced the development of Company of Heroes: Tales of Valor, a standalone expansion for their popular World War 2-based RTS. Due out in Spring 2009, the game will feature three new campaigns, new multiplayer modes and a new Direct-Fire feature that will offer "even more tactical control during the heat of battle". Here's a little snippet from the press release:
"Company of Heroes is one of the most critically acclaimed RTS series of all time," said Peter Matiss, vice president of glo 216b bal brand management, THQ. "With Company of Heroes: Tales of Valor, Relic Entertainment is delivering an all-new, standalone chapter in the franchise and continues to push the boundaries of innovation and quality in the genre."
"In Company of Heroes: Tales of Valor, we're offering players a ton of rich, new content including more strategic options in single-player and multiplayer," said Tarrnie Williams, general manager, Relic Entertainment. "With fresh new campaigns and multiplayer modes, brand-new units, additional maps and the introduction of the 'direct-fire' feature, we're once again committed to delivering the best in strategic gaming."
It's not a full-on sequel, but more content for this great series is a welcome thing. Can't wait! :D
