THQ and Valve today announced an agreement that will bring Steamworks features to "Metro 2033," the upcoming post-apocalyptic FPS by 4a-Games.
"Metro 2033 is an upcoming action-oriented title with a combination of horror, survival, RPG, and first-person shooter elements. Based on the novel Metro 2033 by Russian author Dmitry Glukhovsky, the game is being developed by 4A Games in Ukraine.
All PC versions of Metro 2033 will be powered by Steamworks, providing gamers with auto-updating, Steam Achievements, Steam support for in-game DLC, and more.
"Metro 2033 is an incredibly rich experience featuring a truly unique setting, haunting atmoshphere and cutting edge graphics," said Richard Williams, THQ Vice President of Global Brand Management. "By leveraging the power of Steamworks and the reach of Steam, we are able to provide an even greater gameplay experience and expose the game to millions of gamers around the world."
Metro 2033 is available for pre-purchase via Steam. Those who pre-purchase the game will also receieve one free copy of Red Faction®: GuerrillaT. The game is slated for worldwide release the week of March 15 at retailers and via Steam. More information about Metro 2033 can be found at www.Metro2033Game.com.
Steamworks is a complete suite of publishing and development tools — ranging from product key authentication to social networking services — offered free of charge to publishers and developers.
For more information, please visit www.steampowered.com."
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