ALIENWARE DEVELOPS SPECIALLY-CONFIGURED SYSTEM OPTIMIZED FOR HALF-LIFE® 2

Alienware’s Limited Edition Aurora™ City 17 System Allows Gamers to Experience Every Detail of Half-Life 2 at Maximum Settings

MIAMI, FL – November 23, 2004 - Alienware^®, the leading manufacturer of high-performance desktop, notebook, media center, and professional systems, announced the availability of a specially-configured system that optimizes gameplay for the hugely-anticipated PC game, Half-Life^® 2. Alienware’s limited edition Aurora City 17 offers a new dimension of realism for both hardcore gamers and enthusiasts looking to experience Half-Life 2 at the absolute highest settings.

Alienware’s Aurora City 17 system is powered by the breakthrough AMD Athlon^TM 64 FX-55 processor, delivering next-generation 64-bit capabilities. The Alienware Aurora City 17 further elevates 3D gaming with the ATI RADEON^TM X800 XT video card to fully enhance every detail of the breathtakingly realistic graphics of Half-Life 2. Prior to shipping, each Alienware’s Aurora City 17 is thoroughly benchmarked and certified to ensure optimization for Half-Life 2 right out of the box.

As a special bonus to Alienware customers, a coupon for a free copy of Half-Life 2 will be included with each purchase of an Alienware Aurora City 17 featuring ATI’s RADEON X800 XT video card. This offer is only available for a limited time.

“While we designed Half-Life 2 to be playable on lower specification machines, for those that want the ultimate experience, the Alienware Aurora City 17 delivers,” said Valve Marketing Director Doug Lombardi.

“The buzz surrounding Half-Life 2 is tremendous, and gamers are eager for a highly advanced system with the power to immerse them in the complete Half-Life 2 experience,” said Robert Lusk, vice president of sales and marketing for Alienware. “Alienware’s limited edition Aurora City 17 is exactly the solution gamers have been craving, capturing every distinct sound, shadow, and texture of Half-Life 2 at maximum settings.”

About Alienware

Alienware manufactures high-performance desktop, notebook, and media center systems and leading-edge professional systems. Alienware offers unique and award-winning products that incorporate state-of-the-art components, innovative engineering and design, and unprecedented customer service. Alienware systems are available direct within the United States and Europe. For more information, please visit www.alienware.com or call 1-800-ALIENWARE (254-3692). 

About Valve

Founded in 1996, Valve creates entertainment software titles, including Half-Life®, Counter-Strike™, and Team Fortress®. Valve's portfolio accounts for over 12 million retail units sold worldwide, and over 88% of the online action market. More information about Valve is available through the company's Web site at www.valvesoftware.com .