RAZER AND BIOWARE PREPARE YOU FOR BATTLE IN DRAGON AGE™ II

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RAZER AND BIOWARE PREPARE YOU FOR BATTLE IN DRAGON AGE™ II

Razer™ and BioWare Release Dragon Age II Collector’s Edition Product Line

Carlsbad, Calif. – March 1, 2011 – Razer, the world’s leading high-end precision gaming brand, and Bioware, the critically acclaimed game developer, unleash their Dragon Age II product line to aid your rise to power in this sequel to 2009’s Game of the Year and one of 2011’s most anticipated games, which launches on March 8, 2011 in North America and March 11, 2011 in Europe on the Xbox 360 computer and videogame system, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, PC and Mac®.

Razer’s exclusively designed PC weaponry includes an ergonomically precise Razer DeathAdder mouse, a speed-enhancing Razer Goliathus mouse mat, and a tactile-sensitive Razer BlackWidow Ultimate mechanical keyboard. On the Xbox 360® computer and videogame system, the Razer Onza Tournament Edition with adjustable resistance analog sticks is the perfect weapon to wield on your rise to power. The Dragon Age II messenger bag is the warrior’s perfect loot-carrying solution with ample space for gaming on the go.

Every Razer product in the Dragon Age II line is a highly aesthetic collector’s edition befitting of the game – from the Razer DeathAdder embossed with a fearsome red dragon to the Razer BlackWidow Ultimate’s exclusive blood-red LED backlighting. The Razer Goliathus and Messenger Bag both carry a design of Hawke battling Darkspawn while the Razer Onza Tournament Edition has an etching of Hawke striding forth fearlessly.

Also included with all Dragon Age II Razer products (except the Messenger Bag) is a DLC in-game item “The Ring of Whispers” to further strengthen your champion for the coming battles.

“Dragon Age II has mind-blowing, intense and primeval combat requiring the right set of gaming hardware to keep up, and only Razer can provide that,” said Robert “RazerGuy” Krakoff, President Razer USA. “Our Dragon Age II product line is designed to provide ultra-precise weapons like the Razer DeathAdder, BlackWidow, and Onza. All adorned in beautiful Dragon Age II artwork to make your gaming experience even more immersive.”

“We’re proud of the partnership we’ve forged with Razer to create Dragon Age II-specific peripherals,” said David Silverman, director of marketing for BioWare. “Razer has a proven track record for creating high-quality products for hardcore gamers, which makes for a perfect alignment with BioWare and specifically, Dragon Age II.”

Gamers who want to get a small taste of the game can also download the Dragon Age II demo available now on Xbox LIVE®, PlayStation® Network and PC.

About the Dragon Age II Razer DeathAdder

The Razer DeathAdder gaming mouse has always been the weapon of choice for gamers seeking a combination of comfort and unbridled gaming precision. A 3500 dpi 3.5G infrared sensor, 1000Hz Ultrapolling with 1ms response time, 5 Hyperesponse buttons, and On-the-Fly sensitivity adjustment lets you slay Darkspawn and forge on for victory in the right way - with the right-handed ergonomic form factor of the Dragon Age II Razer DeathAdder.

Price: US $69.99 / EU €69.99

Availability:

Razerzone.com – April 2011

Worldwide – April 2011

Product Features:

Ergonomic right-handed design
3500dpi Razer Precision 3.5G infrared sensor
1000Hz Ultrapolling / 1ms response
5 independently programmable Hyperesponse buttons
On-the-fly sensitivity adjustments
60 – 120 inches per second and 15g of acceleration
Zero-acoustic Razer gaming grade Ultraslick mouse feet
Gold-plated USB connector
7-ft lightweight, braided fiber cable
Approx. size in mm: 128(L) x 70(W) x 42.5(H)

For more information about the Dragon Age II Razer DeathAdder, please visit www.razerzone.com/deathadder-da2

About the Dragon Age II Razer Goliathus Speed Edition

The Razer Goliathus Speed Edition Gaming Mouse Mat successfully melds the full-scale speed, acceleration and razor-sharp responsiveness of hard mats with the precise control and comfort offered by uncoated soft mats to imbue you with the lightning reflexes of a powerful champion. Every inch of the Dragon Age II Razer Goliathus Speed Edition’s durable surface is a glide-versus-resistance sweet spot, making it suitable for all mouse sensitivity setups and play styles.

Price: US $24.99 / EU €24.99

Availability:

Razerzone.com – Pre-order Now

Worldwide – April 2011

Product Features:

Advanced cloth weave for unbridled speed and effortless control
Pixel-precise targeting and tracking
Optimized for all mouse sensitivity settings and sensor types
Standard 355mm x 254mm x 4mm design
Rubber base for a secure grip on smooth surfaces

For more information about the Dragon Age II Razer Goliathus, please visit www.razerzone.com/goliathus-da2

About the Dragon Age II Razer BlackWidow Ultimate

The Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Keyboard takes you full speed into combat with a full-fledged mechanical key architecture delivering crisp, tactile feedback with every actuation. As you rain devastating blows on your enemies in complete key-press accuracy, the keyboard’s Dragon Age II exclusive blood-red LED backlighting pulsates like the dark aura Hawke emits. Dive into battle fearlessly with the BlackWidow Ultimate.

Price: US $139.99 / EU €139.99

Availability:

Razerzone.com – Pre-order Now

Worldwide – March 2011

Product Features:

Full mechanical keys with 50g actuation force
Individually blood-red backlit keys with 5 levels of lighting
1000Hz Ultrapolling / 1ms response time
Programmable keys with on-the-fly macro recording
Gaming mode option for deactivation of the Windows key
10 customizable software profiles with on-the-fly switching
5 additional macro keys
Gaming optimized key matrix for minimized ghosting
Multi-media controls
Braided cable
Audio-out / Mic-in jacks
USB-passthrough
Approx. size in mm: 475(L) x 171(W) x 30(H)
Weight 1.5kg

For more information about the Dragon Age II Razer BlackWidow Ultimate, please visit www.razerzone.com/blackwidow-da2

About the Dragon Age II Razer Onza Tournament Edition

The Dragon Age II Razer Onza Tournament Edition controller is designed to give the utmost customizability to every gamer, be it on the Xbox 360 or the Computer. This controller features adjustable resistance on both analog sticks and two Multi-Function Buttons (MFB) to let you adapt quickly to every dangerous situation in the expansive world of Dragon Age II.

Price: US $59.99 / EU €59.99

Availability:

Razerzone.com – April 2011

Worldwide – April 2011

Product features:

2 Adjustable resistance analog sticks
2 Multi-Function Buttons (MFB)
4 backlit Hyperesponse action buttons
Precision D-Pad
Non-slip rubber surface
Quick release USB connector
Fully PC compatible
15 foot, lightweight, braided fiber cable
Approx. size in mm: 109(L) x 154(W) x 60.5(H)

For more information about the Dragon Age II Razer Onza TE, please visit www.razerzone.com/onza-da2

About the Dragon Age II Razer Messenger Bag

The Dragon Age II Razer Messenger Bag is designed for gamers who want to keep their gear protected, stay comfortable and look good doing it. Its weather-proof heavy duty construction provides solid defence against the elements and hazards of everyday abuse. In it, you’ll find space for your laptop, gaming peripherals and other gear you might need in the field. The Dragon Age II Messenger Bag keeps you battle-ready wherever you are.

Price: US $89.99 / EU $89.99

Availability:

Razerzone.com – Pre-order Now

Worldwide – March 2011

Product features:

Armored with a tear-resistant, weather-proof heavy duty 1680D ballistic nylon outer shell.
Water-resistant Ripstop nylon inner lining for added durability.
Single shoulder sling design for added mobility. Easy one-handed release chest clasp enables quick and convenient access.
Built-in compartments for up to 15” laptops, gaming peripherals and portable gaming devices.
Padded inner lining protects electronic devices and provides ample shock absorbency while on the road.
Approx size in mm: 58(W) x 37(H) x 8.5(D)

For more information about the Dragon Age II Razer Messenger Bag, please visit www.razerzone.com/bag-da2

About the Razer Group:

Razer™ is more than just the world’s leading brand in high-end precision gaming products, perpetually defining the gaming and technology space. Founded in 1998 in Carlsbad, California, Razer is driven by the ceaseless pursuit for absolute precision and high usability in a distinctive, aesthetic design that will give gamers the edge they demand. With labs and offices in seven cities around the world, Razer dedicates user interface research and development to bring cutting-edge technology to each and every product. We live by our motto: For Gamers. By Gamers.™

For more information, please visit www.razerzone.com.

About BioWare

BioWare develops high quality console, PC and online role-playing games, focused on rich stories, unforgettable characters and vast worlds to discover. Since 1995, BioWare has created some of the world's most critically acclaimed titles, including Baldur's Gate™, Neverwinter Nights™, Star Wars®: Knights of the Old Republic™, Jade Empire™, Mass Effect™ and Dragon Age^™. BioWare operates in Edmonton (Alberta, Canada), Montreal (Quebec), Austin (Texas), Fairfax (Virginia) and Galway (Ireland). Currently announced projects at BioWare include the PlayStation 3 version of Mass Effect 2, one of the highest rated video games of all time, Mass Effect 3, Dragon Age 2, the highly anticipated sequel to 2009’s “RPG of the Year” Dragon Age: Origins, and the story-driven massively multiplayer online game, Star Wars®: The Old Republic™. In 2008, BioWare was acquired by Electronic Arts, a leading global interactive entertainment publisher. For more information on BioWare, visit www.bioware.com, or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/biofeed. To join the millions of fans already registered on our community, go to http://social.bioware.com.

About Electronic Arts

Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the Company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EA SPORTS™, EA™, EA Mobile™ and POGO™. In fiscal 2010, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $3.7 billion and had 27 titles that sold more than one million units. EA's homepage and online game site is www.ea.com. More information about EA's products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at http://info.ea.com.

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