A big update just hit Alliance of Valiant Arms (A.V.A), including an all-new map and multiplayer game mode. Players looking to jump straight into the fast-paced deathmatch action in A.V.A can now quickly get their fill in the new [AI] Annihilation mode without having to wait for a full team in the online shooter. Players can start matches with as little as one person on each side of the conflict, as computer-controlled bots will fill in the open spots on each team to create a full match. AI combatants can spawn with weapons not currently available in A.V.A’s in-game store, allowing players to pick up new weapons from downed opponents.

The twitch-based fast action-multiplayer online first person shooter (MOFPS) from ijji.com also introduces Pyramid, a challenging map where the opposing factions navigate narrow corridors as they battle for control.

To enlist in the clash, visit http://ava.ijji.com. For exciting A.V.A action on the go, check out the A.V.A Gun app for iPhone via iTunes App Store, search term: “ijji AVA.”

Second Closed Beta Test Invites Players to Choose Between Good and Evil in Alternate History Where Nazis Remain in Control of Europe

Players can dive back into the war-torn theatre of Europe as KARMA: Operation Barbarossa returns for its second closed beta test (CBT2). Set in an alternate history where World War II never ended and the villainous Nazi army controls most of Europe, ijji.com’s latest multiplayer online first person shooter (MOFPS) lets players choose between the heroic Allies or as members of the criminal Nazi Army. Soldiers then battle it out online as they aim down the sites of period-specific weapons in bunkers and battlefields across the continent.

In KARMA: Operation Barbarossa, tenacious gameplay and thrilling missions will transport gamers to a time when battles relied on soldiers’ gut instincts and raw skills to attain glory on the battlefield without the aid of modern technology. Fast action combat ensues in war-torn European settings, from trenches and open battlefields to the shadows of huge castles. Featuring a powerful perk system that allows characters to unlock skills including the ability to call in a recon plane or deploy canine units. Players choose a side and go head-to-head with Nazis to restore peace or enter the battle to maintain a tyrannical grip on the continent.

Players interested in getting an early glimpse at the action can enlist at http://karma.ijji.com or connect with other fans on Facebook.

IRVINE, Calif. – July 22, 2010 –To combat the growing zombie infestation in Soldier Front, the free-to-play modern military multi-player online first-person shooter (MOFPS) game, ijji.com has introduced new weapons for players to add to their arsenal. But ijji gamers beware –the new Zombie Pack also includes upgraded abilities for the undead, allowing players to harness a deadly new power.

This new update to Soldier Front includes:

• Gold M4A1: The sleek, gold-plated luxury weapon allows players to blast away their enemies in style while enjoying improved durability on the weapon, which players can use in any mode.
• Zombie Pack:
o Silver Bullets: To combat relentless waves of zombies, these unique bullets make exterminating undead a breeze.
o Vampire Power: This life leeching item allows zombie players to regain HP as they do damage to opposing players.
o Zombie Grenade: This high-powered grenade will devastate the undead masses unfortunate enough to be in its range.

“Soldier Front is an extremely competitive shooter with intense action and there’s nothing more brutal than Horror Mode, where teams of soldiers and teams of zombie’s go head-to-head,” said Calvin Yang, vice president of marketing for NHN USA, which hosts ijji.com. “With the addition of these new items, players can enjoy an enhanced experience as they fight in the zombie-ridden streets of Soldier Front’s Horror Mode.”

Soldier Front is ijji.com’s action-packed answer to the modern warfare FPS. Players take on the likeness of various Special Forces unit leaders, such as SAS, Seal, Delta Force, among others, and implement distinctive task force strategies found in today’s modern combat. Additional information about Soldier Front is available at http://sfront.ijji.com/.

To learn more about this Soldier Front offer, visit http://sfront.ijji.com/event/consecutiveplay.nhn.

IRVINE, Calif. – July 15, 2010 – Alliance of Valiant Arms (A.V.A) is bringing the heat with the addition of some hot new summer content to the lightning-fast Unreal Engine 3-powered multi-player online first-person shooter (MOFPS). With the latest update to A.V.A, ijji.com is deploying an exciting new map and an arsenal of brand new weapons and items to the online shooter.

The newest map, “Burning Temple,” tasks players with infiltrating an enemy-infested city in northern Italy in search of a powerful air defense radar system that is capable of intercepting every plane that flies over the Alps. Players must fight their way through a fierce enemy defense in order to gain control of the skies. With access to new weapons, including the M4Spectre and Python 357, failure is not an option. Other new item additions include the red smoke grenade, and items that boost their character’s performance, including the Sergeant Beret, Lieutenant Beret, and Face Guard.

“Gamers flock to A.V.A for heated, intense shooter action and as the summer continues to heat up we continue to roll-out hot new content,” said Calvin Yang, vice president of marketing, NHN USA, which hosts ijji.com. “We strive to provide a fresh new experience each time players log on to play A.V.A and this new map provides unique new terrain to challenge them.”

In addition to the latest expansion to the A.V.A universe, ijji.com is treating fans to the Hot Summer Event, where players can access free one-day trials of the items available for purchase in the game. For more info on the Hot Summer Event, players can head to http://ava.ijji.com/event/hotsummer.nhn.

In A.V.A, modern warfare hits combat zones around the globe where a formidable battle has broken out between the EU and the NRF. Players are tasked with picking a side and squaring off in an unprecedented battle amongst skyscrapers and deserted city blocks. With the signature quick-fragging action of the Unreal Engine 3, combat escalates quickly and tensions run high as players anticipate a bloody clash around every corner. Europe has yet to see more ominous missions or relentless enemies as seen on the streets of Alliance of Valiant Arms.

Are you ready to join the cause? To enlist in the clash between the EU and the NRF visit http://ava.ijji.com. To check out the iPhone app, visit the iTunes App Store and search “ijji AVA.”

Popular FPS Puts Price on Players’ Heads with Random Item Bonuses and Introduces Horrifying New Multiplayer Map

IRVINE, Calif. – July 1, 2010 – With itchy trigger fingers and blazing guns, battle-savvy players now have the chance to receive rare in-game weapons by participating in Soldier Front’s Armory Event. The latest update to ijji.com’s popular modern military multi-player online first-person shooter (MOFPS) introduces new Weapon Boxes that randomly drop from dead foes, giving players more incentive than ever to join the fray. The heightened bounty on players’ heads will test even the most combat-hardened warrior’s will to survive.

Kicking off today, the Armory Event will last until July 21, 2010 and is available in any game mode. The update tasks players with taking out the enemy in order to receive a randomly dropped Weapon Box, which gives them the chance to acquire one of eleven highly sought after in-game items, including the event exclusive Gold M4A1, a luxury gun with a special gold coating that improves durability making it a valuable status symbol among Soldier Front players. Armory Boxes may also contain a variety of weapon bonuses that players will be able to use for three days and lucky players may even find upgraded weapons that their character will be able to use permanently.

“Soldier Front is one of the most intense and visceral shooters out there and the Armory Event provides even more motivation for players to get online and battle it out,” said Calvin Yang, vice president of marketing, NHN USA, which hosts ijji.com. “The chance of discovering rare and powerful new items ensures that no one is safe in Soldier Front.”

To add to the thrills, ijji.com is also introducing the Horror Plasma map – a nightmarish take on the fan favorite Plasma map for use in Soldier Front’s Horror Mode.

Soldier Front is ijji.com’s action-packed answer to the modern warfare FPS. Players take on the likeness of various Special Forces unit leaders, such as SAS, Seal, Delta Force, among others, and implement distinctive task force strategies found in today’s modern combat. For more information about the Armory Event, head to http://forums.ijji.com/showthread.php?t=913433. To visit the Official Soldier Front website, visit http://sfront.ijji.com/.

IRVINE, Calif. – June 28, 2010 – Alliance of Valiant Arms (A.V.A) breaks out some hot new summer content, as ijji.com updates its lightning-fast Unreal Engine 3-powered multi-player online first-person shooter (MOFPS) with the addition of Prison Break – Rescue mode. Time is of the essence and only the strongest teams will make it out alive!

The Prison Break – Rescue mission tasks players with infiltrating a Neo Russian Federation (NRF) infested infirmary in search of Eva, a glamorous female ally who has been taken prisoner. Players dive into the mission as an EU soldier and fight their way through unyielding NRF soldiers as they navigate multiple levels and solve environmental puzzles. By successfully completing the rescue mission, players unlock various rewards, including rare masks for use in A.V.A and in-game currency that can be redeemed for other items. The best players can adjust their level of difficulty to increase the challenge by diving in as part of a four-player or five-player Co-op team.

“With the addition of this new mission, we are bringing even more explosive action to the already frenzied gameplay of A.V.A,” said Calvin Yang, vice president of marketing, NHN USA, which hosts ijji.com. “The nature of this rescue mission encourages players to use teamwork succeed, further solidifying A.V.A as one of the most well rounded first-person shooter experiences available.”

In A.V.A, modern warfare hits combat zones around the globe where a formidable battle has broken out between the EU and the NRF. Players are tasked with picking a side and squaring off in an unprecedented battle amongst skyscrapers and deserted city blocks. With the signature quick-fragging action of the Unreal Engine 3, combat escalates quickly and tensions run high as players anticipate a bloody clash around every corner. Europe has yet to see more ominous missions or relentless enemies as seen on the streets of Alliance of Valiant Arms.

Are you ready to join the cause? To enlist in the clash between the EU and the NRF visit http://ava.ijji.com/. To check out the iPhone app, visit the iTunes App Store and search “ijji AVA.”

About ijji.com

ijji.com (www.ijji.com) is the leading portal for hardcore online gaming. Owned and operated by Irvine, Calif.-based NHN USA, Inc., ijji.com launched in 2006 and now boasts more than 11 million unique registered gamers. The portal hosts a diverse suite of hardcore, fast action free-to-play online games, each with an optional micro-transaction model.

ijji.com’s extensive portfolio includes the renowned online games Lunia, GUNZ The Duel®,SOLDIER FRONT™,DRIFT CITY™, the massively multi-player first-person shooter (MMOFPS),Alliance of Valiant Arms, and the fantasy MMORPG, Soul of the Ultimate Nation. The portal will soon be home to highly-anticipated multi-player online first-person shooter (MOFPS) titles, such as, the Unreal Engine 3-powered game, Huxley: The Dystopia, the sci-fi FPS, Genesis A.D. and the World War II-inspired thriller, KARMA: Operation Barbarossa.

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ijji.com Stays True to Community Commitment as a Lunia Fan Designs Latest Update to the Fantasy MMORPG

IRVINE, CALIF. – June 24, 2010 – The future is here in the form of an adorable genius that has conquered time itself. Designed by a member of Lunia’s massive world-wide community of players, Arta the Engineer is the first character introduced in ijji.com’s popular anime-influenced massively multi-player online role-playing game (MMORPG) Lunia that boasts the ability to craft and invent her own weapons. Using her bright, cheerful personality and futuristic intellect, Arta will grant players unlimited possibilities as they explore the fascinating Kingdom of Lunia.

With the introduction of the crafty Arta, Lunia adds a charming and cute character whose curiosity can sometimes get the better of her. She is a brilliant engineer from the future who thinks nothing is impossible. Despite warnings from her peers, Arta’s curiosity got the best of her as she used her newly invented time machine to travel back in time, placing her in the ancient setting of Lunia.

“Arta’s curiosity and inventiveness appeals deeply to Lunia’s passionate and creative fan-base – in fact, she was designed by a player in a contest for Lunia’s massive community,” said Calvin Yang, vice president of marketing, NHN USA, which host ijji.com. “Our intent is to constantly give players new, evolving content that allows for ever-changing and exciting experiences. At the end of the day we want to make sure our fans are constantly on the edge of their seats.”

One of the most colorful and endearing MMORPG’s available, Lunia revolves around an intricate plot of mystical characters in fantasy settings. The game possesses a unique anime-influence – with cell shading, in the style of Japanese Manga comics. Players battle monsters and each other over the course of multiple, increasingly difficult episodes, making their way through winding storyline of this mystical tale.

Lunia-tics can check out Arta, the Engineer, and other colorful characters at http://lunia.ijji.com/.

IRVINE, Calif. – June 23, 2010 – Get ready to pack all of the explosive firepower that Alliance of Valiant Arms (A.V.A) offers, right in the palm of your hand. ijji.com brings shotguns, assault rifles, machine guns and more from its popular Unreal Engine 3-powered multi-player online first-person shooter (MOFPS) to the A.V.A Gun app for iPhone. Now the sights and authentic, in-game sounds of A.V.A’s weapons are available on the go.

The A.V.A Gun app allows users to interact with twenty-five different guns from the game, making it the first gun app based on an FPS game. Each weapon showcases its own unique design and distinct life-like sounds. The app also gives user access to a News section, which highlights the top news and latest updates from the A.V.A webpage as well as information about A.V.A and ijji.com.

“Fans have come to love A.V.A because of its fast-paced, frenzied action and vast arsenal of weapons and now they can interact with those weapons when they’re away from their PCs with the A.V.A Gun app for iPhone,” said Calvin Yang, vice president of marketing, NHN USA, which hosts ijji.com. “This new app allows us to supplement the overall A.V.A experience in a way that no other first-person shooter has done before.”

In A.V.A, modern warfare hits combat zones around the globe where a formidable battle has broken out between the EU and the NRF. Players are tasked with picking a side and squaring off in an unprecedented battle amongst skyscrapers and deserted city blocks. With the signature quick-fragging action of the Unreal Engine 3, combat escalates quickly and tensions run high as players anticipate a bloody clash around every corner. Europe has yet to see more ominous missions or relentless enemies as seen on the streets of Alliance of Valiant Arms.

Are you ready to join the cause? To enlist in the clash between the EU and the NRF visit http://ava.ijji.com/. To check out the iPhone app, visit the iTunes App Store and search “ijji AVA.”

IRVINE, Calif. – June 21, 2010 – School is out…and now is the optimal time for Soldier Front players to crank up the adrenaline and earn extra rewards in the fast, explosive online shooter. ijji.com is offering bonus G Coin, the site’s in-game currency, and an bounty of other premium items to avid players of and newcomers to Soldier Front™, its popular modern military multi-player online first-person shooter (MOFPS) game. Gamers that log into the shooter for five consecutive days or more will receive handsome rewards through the end of June.

“With summer kicking off, players now have the opportunity to spend some quality time with their friends in their favorite games – and ijji.com is here to facilitate the fun,” said Calvin Yang, vice president of marketing, NHN USA, which hosts ijji.com. “We appreciate our loyal fans, and are always looking for ways to reward their patronage.”

From now until Wednesday, June 30 any Soldier Front player can take advantage of the free G Coin and more promotion. Depending on how many consecutive days are played, the rewards vary:

• Five consecutive days of gameplay earns every player a Double Up Item, which multiplies future EXP and in-game currency gained by the player over three days
• 200 Soldier Front players who rack up five consecutive days with 500 minutes of playtime will receive 50 G Coins to spend in the game
• 10 consecutive days of play yields seven days of Points x2, allowing players to garner even more upside from in-game conquests
• The illustrious few how achieve ten consecutive days of gameplay with 1,000 accumulated minutes of gameplay will collect 500 G Coin

Soldier Front is ijji.com’s action-packed answer to the modern warfare FPS. Players take on the likeness of various Special Forces unit leaders, such as SAS, Seal, Delta Force, among others, and implement distinctive task force strategies found in today’s modern combat. Additional information about Soldier Front is available at http://sfront.ijji.com/.

To learn more about this Soldier Front offer, visit http://sfront.ijji.com/event/consecutiveplay.nhn.

IRVINE, Calif. – June 11, 2010 – Olé, olé, olé, olé! Alliance of Valiant Arms (A.V.A) fans drop their guns and hit the field as ijji.com celebrates the start of the world’s biggest sporting event with an all-new soccer-themed update to its popular Unreal Engine 3-powered multi-player online first-person shooter (MOFPS). The update opens up a brand new map set in a soccer stadium and let’s players loose with two new modes of melee fun.

In Soccer Mode, teams spawn on opposite sides of the soccer field and a ball is dropped in the center, marking the beginning of the game. The head of the first player to run over the ball becomes a soccer ball and their objective is to run into the other team’s goal to score a point. The opposing team must take the ball holder out – without the use of guns, as both teams will be restricted to melee weapons in a brutal battle to score the most points. Once a player is knocked out, the ball drops and the player respawns on his team’s side of the field.

“Players come to A.V.A for fast-paced, intense FPS action, but they also look to us to change up their gaming experience,” said Calvin Yang, vice president of marketing, NHN USA, which hosts ijji.com. “Soccer Mode allows our fans all over the world to come together and compete in wacky, frenetic action as the world’s most popular sport takes center stage in South Africa.”

A variety of other features are included in the update, including a second melee mode that ditches the ball, as two teams just go at it in frantic melee action on the field. Other updates include the BumbleBee, a rare new weapon available to players who use the Rifle Man character class, new armor including a soccer-themed helmet and gloves, and several new melee weapons to allow players to pummel each other on the pitch.

A.V.A fans can catch soccer fever and get more information on the new update by visiting http://ava.ijji.com/event/soccercup.nhn

In A.V.A, modern warfare hits combat zones around the globe where a formidable battle has broken out between the EU and the NRF. Players are tasked with picking a side and squaring off in an unprecedented battle amongst skyscrapers and deserted city blocks. With the signature quick-fragging action of the Unreal Engine 3, combat escalates quickly and tensions run high as players anticipate a bloody clash around every corner. Europe has yet to see more ominous missions or relentless enemies as seen on the streets of Alliance of Valiant Arms.

Are you ready to join the cause? To enlist in the clash between the EU and the NRF visit http://ava.ijji.com/.