The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Makes Singapore Xbox 360 Debut on March 30

Quintessential RPG for the Next Generation Coming to Xbox 360

Role playing games enthusiasts are in for a treat as Xbox 360, the next generation video game and entertainment system from Microsoft Corp., gears up for the release of console exclusive, The Elder Scrolls® IV: Oblivion™ on March 30 in Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Singapore. Developed by Bethesda Game Studios, Oblivion will be the first next-generation RPG to be officially released in Asia.

“Oblivionis another leap forward in role-playing with its combination of freeform gameplay and cutting-edge graphics.This is a very special moment for us indeed. We are thrilled that Oblivion will be the first RPG game released for Xbox 360 in Asia.  What a stunning way to make its Singapore debut,” said Tony Boatman, SEA group marketing manager of the Entertainment & Devices Division at Microsoft.

Oblivion is an epic, open-ended single-player RPG for the next generation providing gamers with one of the most life-like gaming experiences to date. The powerful combination of unprecedented graphics and freeform gameplay allows gamers to unravel the main quest or explore the vast world at their own pace. Oblivion is the fourth chapter in the award-winning Elder Scrolls series that includes Morrowind® (2002 RPG of the year - Computer Gaming World), Daggerfall™ (1996 RPG of the year -- PC Gamer), and Arena (1994 RPG of the year - Computer Player).

"Oblivion will set the new standard for next generation gaming and change the way role-playing games are viewed forever," said Vlatko Andonov, president of Bethesda Softworks. "We set very high goals and ensure they are reached because that is what our fans deserve and have come to expect from Bethesda Softworks. We are very proud of our team's accomplishments with respect to Oblivion."

Oblivion has already garnered numerous awards and an impressive collection of accolades, including being voted "RPG of Show" in 2005 by the Best of E3 Game Critics Awards. Oblivion ranks as one of the "Most Anticipated Games of 2006" according to PC Gamer, GameSpy, IGN, and Yahoo Games among many others, and has been featured on nearly thirty magazine covers worldwide.