Fantasy Earth Zero gets a release date

Gamepot USA, Inc., the U.S. publishing division of Japanese gaming behemoth Gamepot, Inc., is pleased to announce the highly anticipated Commercial Release of Fantasy Earth Zero on May 18th, 2010.

Gamepot USA will welcome players into the new era of FEZ with new items, energetic events and new ways for players from all nations to test their skills. Fantasy Earth Zero maintains its status as the fastest growing Free to Play Game of 2010 with the opening of the Cash Shop and arrival of enchanting new items in the Gold and Ring Shops. Players will have the option to purchase additional items to customize their characters, complementing the stellar, high-octane gameplay they love.

“We look forward to providing our players with more events, and new features as the battle continues,” said Thomas Lee, Senior Director of Business Development. “Our Cash Shop balances customization with gameplay to provide a fun and fair experience for all players.”

Fantasy Earth Zero, licensed by Square Enix Co., Ltd., features three distinct classes to choose from, five unique kingdoms vying for a player’s allegiance, immersive quests, a stunning soundtrack by Hitoshi Sakimoto (Final Fantasy Tactics, Final Fantasy XII), the pulse-pounding excitement of 50 vs. 50 PvP and a nearly endless array of character customization options, making it one of the most robust and anticipated free-to-play MMO games of 2010.