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Midway licenses online tech for next-gen titles

Lobby and matchmaking features provided by Quazal

Midway will be using Quazal's online technology for several upcoming next-gen games.

The Rendez-Vous and Spark! Solutions will be used for in-game lobby and matchmaking features in a number of multiplayer titles.

"We intend to deliver a really solid multiplayer online experience across our next-generation titles," stated Michael Weilbacher, chief technical officer for Midway.

Titles currently in development for Midway with multiplayer features include Blacksite: Area 51, Hour of Victory, The Wheelman and Unreal Tournament III.

"It's great to be a technology provider to Midway for several titles," commented Mike Drummelsmith, developer relations manager at Quazal.

"It's a pleasure to be available as a component for Midway's exciting line-up of upcoming games."

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