Games for Windows Interview

MMORPG.com has posted an interview with Microsoft’s public relations group about their Games for Windows initiative and how it applies to massively multiplayer role-playing games.

Q: Tell us what Microsoft’s Games Initiative means for MMORPG players.

A: The Games for Windows initiative means that we, as a company, are working to champion the Windows platform for everyone who loves gaming. One thing that has been missing from PC gaming is leadership and Microsoft, through the Games for Windows initiative, is rising to the occasion.

We are working to bring gamers a world-class platform with Windows Vista, one that will include the best library of titles, the best online service with Games for Windows – LIVE, the best accessories and peripherals, as well as first-class marketing support in retail.

A while ago, we looked at what we thought would be the top games in 2007 across all genres, including MMO and RPG. We worked – and are continually working – with the developers and publishers to ensure that these games run great on Windows by meeting a set of important standards. Now gamers can rest assured that all titles carrying the Games for Windows branding bar will reliably and consistently run on Windows Vista, as well as support all of the operating system’s key gaming features.

Some of the specific Games for Windows titles MMO and RPG fans will be blown away by are “Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar,” “Hellgate: London” and “Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures.” We will continue to work hard to bring the best titles under the Games for Windows banner, so gamers can know they will have a great experience every time.