BERLIN, June 30 /PRNewswire/ --

- Gameforge CEO to Address Free-to-Play Browser-Based Games and 
Opportunities in This Growing Sector

Klaas Kersting, CEO of German browser game pioneer Gameforge, will
deliver a track keynote at the 2009 Game Developers Conference(R) Europe (GDC
Europe). "Changes in the Games Industry - Free-to-play vs. Payment Models"
will be the title of Kersting's keynote in which he will share his thoughts
on the success of the revolutionary free-to-play model that is employed by
Gameforge. The free-to-play model allows gamers worldwide to play games for
free, while premium items within the game or specific services are charged
that enhance the play experience.

In his keynote, Kersting will talk about the history of Gameforge, the
advantages of different payment models, and the differences between Europe
and Asia in terms of attitudes toward gaming and cultural backgrounds.
Gameforge was founded in 2003, by Klaas Kersting and Alexander Rosner, and
quickly became the market leader in online games in Germany. Award-winning
browser- and client-based games like OGame, Ikariam and Metin2 have attracted
more than 75 million gamers worldwide.

"Gameforge develops pioneering and groundbreaking technologies in the
browser-based game sector, which is driving the whole industry," said Frank
Sliwka, Vice President European Business Development of Think Services Game
Group. "GDC Europe is focused on delivering content that appeals to a global
audience, while presenting content that represents and showcases the European
development community. Gameforge is one of those companies that exemplifies
the European spirit of innovation, and as a market leader, we anticipate a
keynote that is powerful, informative and inspiring."

GDC Europe will take place from August 17-19, 2009 at the Cologne
Congress East Center in Cologne, Germany. With an expected 1,500 attendees
from 48 countries, GDC Europe will be Europe's most important game developers
conference. Learn more about GDC Europe at www.GDCEurope.com.

About the Think Services Game Group

A core provider of essential information to the professional game
industry, the Think Services Game Group offers market-defining content, and
drives community through its award winning lineup of print, online, event and
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Developer Research, the Webby Award-winning Gamasutra.com,
GameCareerGuide.com, WorldsInMotion.biz, GameSetWatch.com, GamesOnDeck.com,
SeriousGamesSource.com, the Game Developers Conference(R), the Game
Developers Conference(R) Austin, the Game Developers Conference(R) Europe,
the Game Developers Conference(R) China, GDC Mobile, the Game Career
Seminars, the Independent Games Festival and Summit, and the Game Developers
Choice Awards. To learn more, visit www.tsgamegroup.com

About Think Services, a division of United Business Media

Think Services connects specialized communities worldwide using
educational events, consulting, training, certification, membership, and
innovative media. Providing comprehensive opportunities for people to learn
from, network with, and inspire each other, Think Services builds strong
brands and works within communities to foster a unique affinity with its
products and services. The division's flagship products include the Game
Developers Conference, the Webby Award-winning Gamasutra.com, Game Developer
magazine, the International Customer Management Institute (ICMI), and HDI.
Think Services is a subsidiary of United Business Media, a global media and
marketing services company with a market capitalization of more than $1.6
billion. To learn more, visit www.think-services.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:
                  Simon Wondracek, Gerriet Ohls, Europe
                  +49-(0)-251-7481123
                  sw@fragster.de, go@fragster.de

                  Ben Veechai, Brian Rubin
                  Think Services Game Group, fortyseven communications
                  +1-415-947-6280, +1-212-391-4707
                  bveechai@think-services.com, brian@fortyseven.com

    CONTACT GDC EUROPE:

                  Frank Sliwka, Vice President European Business Development
                  +49-(0)-171-1288898
                  fsliwka@think-services.com