Square Enix, Inc., has announced that their upcoming tactical MMORPG, Wakfu, will be launching worldwide in February 2012. The game can be donwloaded freely or you can choose to pay a monthly subscription fee of $6.00 will give players access to premium content, and has a microtransaction–based store will allow users to purchase cosmetic items.

With up to 14 distinct, completely customizable character classes to select from and a variety of missions and turn–based combat to engage in, the game takes place in a vibrant and immersive anime art style world where players' choices are paramount and actions directly impact a continuously evolving ecosystem. Featuring a rich political system, players can defend their nation against enemy attacks, conquer new territories, vote, elect government officials and even run for governor.

"WAKFU's deep political and combat system combined with an ever–changing ecosystem delivers an exceptional MMORPG unlike any other product in its category," said Mona Hamilton, vice president of marketing for Square Enix. "The team at Ankama created a unique, fun and entertaining online game and we believe a monthly subscription fee and online store makes for a rewarding experience all players can enjoy."

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