S2 Games to Bypass Traditional Methods of Publishing and Distribution is the official announcement of plans (story) to bypass traditional retail outlets with the upcoming release of Savage 2: A Tortured Soul, their RTS/FPS hybrid sequel:

ROHNERT PARK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 1, 2006--Developer S2 Games today announced that it will be foregoing traditional methods of publishing and distribution for "Savage 2: A Tortured Soul," making it only available for purchase as an online download on the S2 Games Website. The triple-A title, which is the highly anticipated sequel to the critically-acclaimed "Savage: The Battle for Newerth," will be available in the Fall of 2006 at a price of $29.99.