Act of War: Direct Action DVD Edition (Full Product, PC)

The Situation: A crippling energy crisis... Terrorist attacks... Massive strikes... Global instability. A ruthless secret group of petroleum company owners known as the Consortium finances an international terrorist organization to stage a series of attacks around the world in an effort to destabilize the global economy and profit from skyrocketing oil prices. A group of seasoned military veterans and young techies are recruited into a special high-tech task force and begin the worldwide job of tracking down the terrorists and uncovering the international conspiracy before the terrorists can strike in the heart of America itself. Ripped from today's headlines, Act of War is a frightening and believable tale of suspense, international intrigue and geopolitical military conflict. Through a techno-thriller story constructed by best-selling author Dale Brown, this real-time strategy experience puts you squarely in control of counterterrorist forces to defend cities of the world. It's the first look at tomorrow's war. ...No place is safe! Features: Command highly realistic modern military units. Experience unique gameplay through a seamless convergence of movie-quality cinematics, and live action. Skirmish with up to eight players in a variety of intense multiplayer operations. Face the realities of real urban combat as you defend the streets of London, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Capture enemy soldiers, rescue hostages, and occupy or destroy buildings. Live out a gripping storyline from best-selling technothriller author Dale Brown. Broadband connection required for online multiplayer play.