Though a couple of preliminary screenshots have trickled out, this K-D LAB press release officially announces Perimeter 2 (thanks Gamer's Hell), offering details on the RTS sequel, including that it will be released in an episodic format, with the first installment, Perimeter 2: New Earth, slated for release this fall. The Perimeter 2: New Earth Website is live, offering some screenshots in addition to those accompanying the announcement as well as a gameplay movie. Here's word:

"Perimeter 2" is a sequel of the famous RTS "Perimeter", released in 2004. The revolutionary sci-fi strategy is being continued in a series of games set in Perimeter Universe. The first episode of the series will be released under the title "Perimeter 2. New Earth".

This is a project for fans of the strategy genre, who appreciated the ideas of territorial gameplay, introduced in the original "Perimeter" game. Territorial warfare, confrontation of four elements - water, earth, fire and air - will become the basis of gameplay in sequel.

"Perimeter 2" is a game for fans of the strategy genre, who appreciated the ideas of territorial gameplay, introduced in the original "Perimeter" game. Territorial warfare, confrontation of the main elements will become the basis of gameplay in sequel.

"Perimeter 2" is a strategy for the fans of the "Perimeter" Universe, who are willing and ready to know the truth about the fate of Exodus, Harkback and Empire, as well as other forces affecting the course of events in the Universe.

"Perimeter 2" is a project for progressive gamers, searching for fresh ideas and new experience in the RTS genre. The game will introduce new energy gathering and utilization technologies and unit transformation mechanisms. New gameplay elements include excavation in search of mysterious psy-crystals and many more. The game also includes an original RPG system and unusual story-telling methods.