Atari Inc. and Cryptic Studios, creators of the acclaimed City of Heroes and City of Villains have today unleashed the ultimate superhero universe: Champions Online is now available for Windows PC online and at stores across North America and will be available in Europe on September 4th, 2009. Based on the award winning pen and paper Role-Playing Game (RPG), Champions, from HERO Games and powered by the groundbreaking Cryptic Engine, Champions Online taps into a rich universe of heroes and villains with unparalleled intrigue and adventure.