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Electronic Arts announced Command & Conquer 3 Tiberium Wars that continues the epic struggle among the Global Defense Initiative and The Brotherhood of NOD.

EA said this highly anticipated next chapter takes the popular Command & Conquer series back to its roots in the Tiberium universe and features the fast, fluid gameplay that Command & Conquer is known for and a gripping story that will redefine storytelling in RTS games.

It is the year 2047 and the stakes could not be higher. Tiberium, a self-replicating alien substance that has infected the Earth, is spreading like a radioactive ice age. The GDI, a high-tech coalition of the world’s most advanced nations, is fighting to contain Tiberium, but Kane, the megalomaniacal leader of The Brotherhood of NOD has other plans for Earth. Kane’s secret society, which is now a superpower, is bent on using Tiberium to take control and transform humanity into his twisted vision of the future. All-out war rages over Tiberium and the fate of the planet rests in the balance.

Mike Verdu, Executive Producer at EA Los Angeles (EALA)”Command & Conquer 3 said, Tiberium Wars combines fast-paced gameplay with new ways to tell a story in an RTS game.”

“We’re building a next generation Command & Conquer game that is true to the spirit of this classic franchise, but is updated with state-of-the-art visuals, added strategic depth and gameplay innovations that will move the genre forward. I am very excited to be working on this amazing game.”

Louis Castle, VP of Creative Development at EA Los Angeles (EALA) and co-founder of Westwood Studios, creator of the Command & Conquer series said, “We have been waiting to reveal Command & Conquer 3 Tiberium Wars for quite some time and are excited to bring the series back to where it all began.”

“The Tiberium universe is a personal favorite of mine, and this saga’s new direction will prove to be a worthy addition to one of the most celebrated RTS franchises.”

EA said players would experience a revolution in RTS gaming with a breakthrough single player campaign that rewards players for their gameplay style. Players will be able to add layers of strategy to their gaming experience by building mobile bases, wielding the power of terrifying Ion Storms on the battlefield, or customizing their armies by combining units. Players will be able to battle it out online with native voice-over IP, integrated clan support and new spectator modes that let them play RTS games like a sport.

Command & Conquer 3 Tiberium Wars is at present in development at EALA and is expected to ship in 2007 for Windows PC.