Sony Online Entertainment’s Hit Online Virtual World Now Playable in Seven Languages
Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) today announced its family-friendly virtual world, Free Realms™ is now available in Portuguese.
With over 14 million registered users already accessing Free Realms in six languages, SOE continues to expand the appeal of the successful online world to a diversity of audiences.
“Free Realms continues to engage players of all ages around the world,” said John Smedley, president of SOE. “Since launching in April 2009, we’ve seen tremendous growth in the Portuguese and Brazilian markets. We recognize their bond with the virtual world and are excited to provide Free Realms to these players in their native language.”
With its free-to-play and microtransaction business model and low-cost monthly Membership options, Free Realms overcomes the high-cost of games that prevents many other developers from entering the territory successfully. Along with language support, the Brazilian currency, the Real, is now available as a payment option in Free Realms.
Free Realms is an online, virtual world that offers an array of quests, activities and minigames for players to enjoy. From ninja fighting to demolition derby to raising pets, Free Realms offers a safe, family-friendly environment to connect with old and new friends. Free Realms is rated E10+ for Everyone 10 and up with content descriptors of Crude Humor and Fantasy Violence. To play Free Realms, visit the official website.
