Seoul, South Korea - Video game publisher Electronic Arts (NASD: ERTS) announced on Wednesday that it has acquired Korean PC game developer J2MSoft for an undisclosed sum.

J2M develops free-to-play online games, such as "RayCity" and "TAAN," which are monetized through micro-transactions and advertising.

"This is a significant step in EA's strategic plan for developing and publishing online games in Asia," said Jon Niermann, president of EA Asia.

"J2M is an experienced team of developers and we can't wait to have them start creating online games based on new properties and powerful EA franchises."

EA has already launched its online games "FIFA Online" and "NBA Street Online" in Asia, and is currently developing localized versions of "Warhammer," "Need for Speed" and "Battlefield Heroes" for the region.

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