Looking for a fun, easy to get into game to play with your friends?  Today Fireteam Reloaded launches!

Fireteam Reloaded, a team-based, multiplayer action game for the PC, is now available as a free download at www.pixelminegames.com. Developed by Pixel Mine, Fireteam Reloaded combines fast-paced sports action with intense battlefield combat while using integrated voice communication. Fireteam Reloaded is the third game to utilize the Pixel Mine Store for its micro-payment technology.

“The original Fireteam was a groundbreaking and inspirational game – and as its spiritual successor, Fireteam Reloaded aims to deliver even more fun, great characters and non-stop action to the gaming community that everyone can enjoy for free,” said David Reese, President of Pixel Mine.  

The initial download of Fireteam Reloaded includes two maps, three character classes, four gameplay modes and state of the art voice chat technology, that lets players easily communicate with one another to formulate strategy and taunt their opponents. Fireteam Reloaded also features a spectator mode that lets enthusiastic fans cheer or jeer from above and even drop items into the game from their spectator viewing platform.

Anyone using a .mil email address gets 20% off their store purchase of anything from the store (including more maps)!  Read on for more info.

Fireteam Reloaded enjoyed huge success during its open beta with thousands of players establishing accounts, and comments claiming “Lots of fun to play” and “Addictive.”

Each match of Fireteam Reloaded provides ten minutes of non-stop action. According to Bill Money, co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Pixel Mine, “The gameplay appeals to a massive audience of casual gamers who are looking for a quick adrenaline fix.  Hardcore gamers will also find the intense action to be exhilarating and perfect for a much-needed midday shooting break.”

New content for Fireteam Reloaded, such as maps, character classes and items, will be made available through the Pixel Mine store using their secure micro-payment transaction system. Located at www.pixelminegames.com, this one-stop-shop lets gamers browse and purchase Pixel Mine games, check out stats, chat with friends, manage their account and billing, read the latest news, and more.

A Military Discount of 20% off of all Fireteam Reloaded items in the store will be applied toward accounts that use a “.mil” email address. Also, players accessing the game from an iGames Partner LAN Center will receive the basic game unlock for free. A list of participating LAN centers can be found at http://www.igames.org/Events.asp?Event=8158.