RF Online Opens New World as Demand Grows!

Codemasters Online announce new RF Online world as demand increases for this popular free-to-play MMORPG

Thursday, 25th October (2pm BST) - Codemasters Online are excited to announce that they have opened an all-new server for the popular 100% FREE MMORPG RF Online. The new world "Lumen" opens as demand for the now free game hits an all time high with thousands of new players joining the service every day since the switch to free-to-play last week.

"The opening of a new game world marks a key milestone in the ongoing development of RF Online. Since the switch to free-to-play last week we have already experienced hundreds of thousands of downloads and an increase of active players of over 300% playing the game each day! The demand for RF Online has never been so strong and we are preparing yet more servers for the service to come online in the coming days to cope with the volume of new players," commented Ed Relf, Director of Marketing, Codemasters Online."

RF Online, the completely free MMORPG is an epic mix of traditional fantasy and futuristic Sci-Fi set in the deep space galaxy of Novus where three races compete in an ultimate struggle for power and resource. Celebrating the game's re-launch, new players can now also experience the all-new free expansion, Episode II: Pioneers of Novus available for free to all players of the game.

To download RF Online for free visit www.rf-onlinegame.com

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Codemasters is a leading developer and publisher of best-selling interactive entertainment products for a global audience on current and future gaming platforms and channels. Established in 1986, the company's dominant brands include Colin McRae Rally, TOCA Race Driver, LMA Manager, Brian Lara Cricket and Operation Flashpoint. The company is headquartered in Southam, Warwickshire UK and maintains operations in the US, Germany, France, Spain, and Benelux. More information about the company and its products is available online at http://www.codemasters.com

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ABOUT RISING FORCE ONLINE
RF Online is a totally FREE TO PLAY fantasy MMOG, an epic mix of traditional fantasy with unique futuristic sci-fi action to bring an entirely new and original take on the existing MMORPG genre. Set in the deep space galaxy of Novus, RF Online sees you take your pick from three all-powerful warring factions and leading your character into the final battle for control over the entire Novus galaxy.

RF Online delivers a unique approach to Player versus Player gameplay, utilising one of the most advanced combat systems of any MMO title. Full-scale battles break out daily as thousands of players engage in deadly wars - the reward of victory is high: the winning race gains control of the game world's most valuable mine and its precious resources. Each race has its own characterisation, with skills and abilities taken from both traditional fantasy and science fiction.

Players can join the Bellato Union and take control of their incredible Mech battle units, the like of which has never been seen before in any MMO game. Alternatively, give your allegiance to the Holy Alliance Cora, a mystical and fantasy-orientated race, or sign up to the mighty Accretia Empire, a futuristic robotic race intent on pillaging resources and spreading devastation across the entire Novus sector with their advanced weapon systems. RF Online for PC, launched in the US, the UK and Europe in February 2006. For more information, visit the official website at www.rf-onlinegame.com