HONG KONG, Oct. 30 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- NetDragon Websoft Inc. ("NetDragon" or the "Company", and its subsidiaries collectively called the "Group"; Stock Code: 777), one of the leading online game developers and operators in China, won the "Economic Contribution Award" from the Organising Committee of the 6th China International Digital Content Expo organised by the Ministry of Culture. The award is a reflection of NetDragon's outstanding performance in research and development as well as its global marketing efforts which received widespread recognition from the online gaming industry and the Chinese Government.
The China International Digital Content Expo ("Digital Content Expo") is considered the most important industry occasion held by the Chinese Government to bolster development of internet culture and promote greater international exchange and cooperation. An award presentation ceremony was organised for the first time at the 6th Digital Content Expo to build a more positive image and promote well-known brands within the cultural internet industry. This ceremony helps to promote the prosperity and creativity of internet culture, while highlighting advanced digital technology applications and building a harmonious online community and society.
The "Economic Contribution Award" applies the most stringent criteria in its selection process. Judges not only have to assess the internal economic indication of each candidate but also examine their contribution to China's economic growth. It also gives extra weight to both the growth potential and social responsibility of the competing candidates.
Mr. Liu Luyuan, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of NetDragon said, "This award serves as an important industry recognition from regulatory body on our contributions to the domestic online gaming industry. NetDragon has made continuous efforts in areas of R&D and product development of original online games since our establishment nine years ago. We have been successful in leading the way for international market expansion of China's online gaming industry."
About NetDragon
NetDragon Websoft Inc. is one of the leading online game developers and operators in the PRC. The Group's game portfolio comprises of a range of MMORPGs (Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games) that cater to various types of players and gaming preferences. The Group has successfully developed and marketed many popular online titles of various styles. Its current offerings include the games Eudemons Online, Conquer Online, Zero Online, Tou Ming Zhuang Online, Heroes of Might and Magic Online, Era of Faith, and Monster & Me. Some of the games are also available in foreign languages, including English, French and Spanish. The Group also has three games currently in development, including Way of the Five, Tian Yuan and Disney Game, which are expected to be launched in the second half of 2008 to 2009.
Listed on the GEM of the SEHK on 2 November 2007 (Stock code on GEM: 8288), NetDragon successfully transferred to the Main Board of the SEHK on 24 June 2008 (Stock code on Main Board: 777). For more details please visit http://www.nd.com.cn or http://www.nd.com.cn/ir .
