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Perfect World Co., Ltd. unveiled its new 3D fantasy MMORPG, 'Holy King,' in its pipeline. Adapted from the popular online novel of the same name, 'Holy King' will run on Perfect World's proprietary 'Echo' game engine. The game's vivid graphics and grand scenery will present players with an immersive fantasy world. Featuring a fantasy setting and fierce battles, 'Holy King' blends various refreshing gameplay features entertaining players with the ability to devour all things as they progress in the game, a wide variety of profession combinations to choose from, flexible transformation abilities, and the opportunity to experience battles in different forms including vigorous fighters when alive and soul fighters after being slain. The special combination of the mysterious fantasy world and exciting battles will deliver an unforgettable gaming experience to players.

Perfect World Co., Ltd. announced it will launch open beta testing for Saint Seiya Online, a 3D comic-based MMORPG adapted from the globally famous comic series Saint Seiya, on May 16, 2013. In developing this classic comic-based online game that presents a variety of classic elements from the original comic, Perfect World integrates its years of online game R&D experience with the high-quality resources provided by Sega and Shueisha. Running on Perfect World's proprietary game engine, the exquisite graphics and elaborate game design enable players to experience the stirring combat scenes and magnificent world of the comic. In addition, Saint Seiya Online is deliberately developed and dedicated to providing players with a smooth and enjoyable gaming experience.

Perfect World Co., Ltd. announced unaudited consolidated earnings for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2012. For the quarter, the company reported total revenues of RMB 679.9 million as compared to RMB 776.4 million in fourth quarters of 2011. Operating profit was RMB 12.4 million as compared to RMB 220.2 million for the same period a year ago. Profit before income tax was RMB 87,972,454 compared to RMB 269,152,486 for the same period a year ago. Income from continuing operations, net of tax was RMB 86,838,173 compared to RMB 258,494,927 for the same period a year ago. Net income attributable to its shareholders was RMB 86,446,995 compared to RMB 260,021,286 for the same period a year ago. Net earnings per diluted share from Continuing operations was RMB 0.36 compared to RMB 1.09 a year ago. Total earnings diluted per share was RMB 0.36 compared to RMB 1.09 a year ago. On ADS basis, diluted earnings per share for income from continuing operations were RMB 1.78 against RMB 5.45 per diluted share on ADS a year ago. On ADS basis, diluted earnings per share for net income attributable to its shareholders were RMB 1.78 against RMB 5.45 per diluted share on ADS a year ago. Non-GAAP operating profit was RMB 67,071,737 against RMB 244,022,009 a year ago. Non-GAAP net income attributable to its shareholders was RMB 141,143,646 or RMB 2.90 diluted per ADS against RMB 283,867,015 or RMB 5.94 diluted per ADS a year ago. For the year, the company reported total revenues of RMB 2,770.6 million as compared to RMB 2,983.4 million in fiscal year 2011. Operating profit was RMB 511.8 million compared to RMB 1,023.3 million in fiscal year 2011. Profit before income tax was RMB 663,363,133 compared to RMB 1,141,804,627 for the same period a year ago. Income from continuing operations, net of tax was RMB 547,243,768 compared to RMB 980,100,172 for the same period a year ago. Net income attributable to its shareholders was RMB 540,650,188 compared to RMB 983,986,415 for the same period a year ago. Net earnings per diluted share from continuing operations were RMB 2.23 compared to RMB 3.85 a year ago. Total earnings diluted per share were RMB 2.23 compared to RMB 3.85 a year ago. On ADS basis, diluted earnings per share for income from continuing operations were RMB 11.15 against RMB 19.26 per diluted share on ADS a year ago. On ADS basis, diluted earnings per share for net income attributable to its shareholders were RMB 11.15 against RMB 19.27 per diluted share on ADS a year ago. Non-GAAP operating profit was RMB 623,694,030 against RMB 1,128,023,070 a year ago. Non-GAAP net income attributable to its shareholders was RMB 652,564,726 or RMB 13.46 diluted per ADS against RMB 1,088,722,942 or RMB 21.32 diluted per ADS a year ago. On March 10, 2013, the company's board of directors declared annual cash dividends in the aggregate amount of approximately USD 22 million to the company's shareholders of record as of the close of business on April 8, 2013 at USD 0.09 per Class A or Class B ordinary share, or USD 0.45 per ADS, each representing five Class B ordinary shares of the Company. The cash dividends are expected to be distributed in or around April 2013. The Company intends to distribute dividends annually in the future. The company provided earnings guidance for the first quarter of 2013. For the quarter, the company expects total revenues to be between RMB 592 million and RMB 619 million. The company recorded goodwill impairment was RMB 40.8 million in fourth quarter of 2012.

Perfect World Co., Ltd., 2012 Earnings Call, Mar 11, 2013

Perfect World Co., Ltd. announced that they will report fiscal year 2012 results at 5:00 PM, China Standard Time on Mar 11, 2013