Atlus USA announces strategy RPG “Rondo of Swords” for Nintendo DS

Friends in the gaming press,

I present you with the great question… greater than musings about the Earth, the stars, or the universe… greater perhaps even than any inquiry or investigation into the meaning of life. The greatest question of all, I pose to you:

What is a Rondo?

No doubt, as soon as you read the subject line of this email, you were struck with this question, compelled by it, obsessed with it. In music, rondo form, first known as the ritornello form (derived from the Latin word ritornare meaning “to return”), indicates a return to the original theme or motif. In gaming, Rondo of Swords is an epic fantasy strategy RPG for the Nintendo DS coming to North America on April 15^th, 2008.

Rondo of Swords combines an epic narrative, complete with a branching story and multiple endings, with an innovative combat mechanic that takes advantage of the DS touch screen and forces you to add even more strategy and planning to your attacks. Route Maneuvers allow you to hit all enemies in your path and enhance your attack or defense, while managing your Momentum Counter to gain stat bonuses and control who your enemies target becomes critical to success! Challenging gameplay, a lengthy campaign, deep party management, and customizable skills all come together to make Rondo of Swords a compelling fantasy strategy RPG package. Cleanse the sacred blade, protect the princess, and vanquish the oppressing armies of your enemy on your quest to deliver the Kingdom of Bretwalde from tyranny!

For more information, please reference the attached Rondo of Swords announcement press release, and be sure to visit the official website: http://www.atlus.com/rondoofswords/