Empire Earth III dated

The award-winning RTS franchise returns in November complete with pre-order bonuses.

Sierra Entertainment has announced that Empire Earth III will be released for PC this November and has also detailed the pre-order campaign which kicks-off at selected retailers this week.

Gamers that pre-order will receive three exclusive unlockable units:

• Machine Mortar (Far East Region, Future Epoch) - A genetically engineered soldier that launches a devastating, area-affect salvo of shells.
• Persian Mercenary (Middle East Region, Ancient Epoch) - An ambidextrous warrior armed with a pair of lethal blades.
• Urban Special Forces (West Region, Modern Epoch) - A highly disciplined, well-armed Urban Special Operations soldier.

Expect Sierra to lockdown a precise date as the game's release gets closer.