Strategy First is pleased to announce that their highly anticipated Disciples II: Dark Prophecy has shipped and will be available in stores nationwide in the days to come.

Players can expect to see many additions and improvements made since the original game's release in 1999. The sequel includes new features, such as an event and trigger system, neutral unit AI, a paper doll system, new units and spells, hot seat play and multiplayer support through Gamespy Arcade over Lan and Internet.

The game is already receiving accolades from members of the gaming press and is said to be one of the most highly anticipated turn-based fantasy/strategy games of 2002. A special collector's edition has also shipped to stores today. It includes 5 extra scenarios and a 120-card game developed by the Lead Designer of the Disciples series.