The Settlers IV announced

The Settlers IV announced is the word today, and that means The Settlers IV is moving from wish-list chatter into something players can actually touch.

Just as Quest Of The Amazons goes into final production, Blue Byte Software announced today at the European Computer Trade Show (ECTS), they have a dedicated project team already at work on the next phase of the Settlers series and confirmed The Settlers IV is scheduled for release during Fourth Quarter, 2000. With over 2.1 million copies sold, the Settlers series is undoubtedly Blue Byte’s most successful product line. Blue Byte continued with the development of acclaimed series, listened intently to their fans and included more options, allowing them to choose from any of three nations, extended multiplayer options including free online.

For players watching the fall release calendar, this is one more box fighting for desk time before the holiday crush hits.