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Top Year-End Honors Establish BioShock as a Must-Have Gift for the Holidays

New York, NY – December 20, 2007 – 2K Games, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), announced today that BioShock, the bar-raising “genetically enhanced“ first-person shooter available exclusively for Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Games for Windows®, is a must-have gift for the holidays with extensive year-end accolades to prove it. A wide range of publications have bestowed “Game of the Year” status on BioShock, including The Associated Press, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA), Game Informer, Spike TV’s VGAs, G4’s X-Play, Amazon.com, The Houston Chronicle and Paste Magazine. Additionally, BioShock has ranked among the top 10 titles on many other “Best of 2007” award lists, including The New York Times, Time Magazine and Maxim.

Beyond “Game of the Year” roundups, BioShock is being championed as a top pick for the holidays, with the top video game enthusiast websites leading the pack. These include IGN, GameSpot, 1UP, GamePro.com, GamesRadar and GameSpy. The honors follow in the footsteps of the game’s stellar performance on the review circuit. BioShock is one of the highest-scoring games this year on Metacritic.com, the popular site that aggregates review scores from the leading video game publications and websites.

"The winter holiday season is the most important time of the year for game companies, so we are excited to have BioShock selected by many of the largest media outlets as the best game of the year and a top pick for gift guides,” said Christoph Hartmann, President of 2K. "The media have been supportive of the game ever since it launched, so it’s great to see that praise carry on, especially among such a diverse group of publications.”

BioShock is the "genetically enhanced" first-person shooter that lets players do things never before possible in the genre: turn everything into a weapon, biologically modify their character’s body with plasmids, hack devices and systems, upgrade weapons and craft new ammo variants, and experiment with different battle techniques.

Players experience the game as a castaway in Rapture, an underwater Utopia torn apart by civil war. Caught between powerful forces and hunted down by genetically modified “splicers” and deadly security systems, players will have to come to grips with a deadly, mysterious world filled with powerful technology and fascinating characters. No encounter ever plays out the same, and no two gamers will play the game the same way.

BioShock is rated M for Mature and is available now. For additional game details, visit www.2kgames.com/bioshock.

About Take-Two Interactive Software

Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a global developer, marketer, distributor and publisher of interactive entertainment software games for the PC, PLAYSTATION®3 and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment systems, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, Xbox 360® and Xbox® video game and entertainment systems from Microsoft, Wii™, Nintendo GameCube™, Nintendo DS™ and Game Boy® Advance. The Company publishes and develops products through its wholly owned labels Rockstar Games, 2K Games, 2K Sports and 2K Play; and distributes software, hardware and accessories in North America through its Jack of All Games subsidiary. Take-Two's common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and product information please visit our website at www.take2games.com.

Microsoft, Windows, the Windows Vista start button, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

All trademarks and copyrights contained herein are the property of their respective holders.

2K and Firaxis Announce Civilization IV Modding Contest

What Does Your Civilization Stand For?

The holidays are upon us and we’re certain many of you are wondering what to do while sitting in the comfort of your homes, staying as far away from the nasty weather and shopping crowds as possible. Sure, you could spend time with family, play with the kids, or figure out how to turn on your shiny new iPod. But, we have a better idea. Why not show the world what you can do to customize the greatest strategy game ever made?

And to give you an even bigger incentive Dell has sent us some brand new XPS machines (four desktops and a laptop to be more specific) and we will give them to the winners of this contest. What we are looking for is simple: we want to see your best work, in any of the following four categories:

- Best In-Game Asset (art, including units, buildings and/or wonders)

- Best World-Builder Scenario (just a single .wbs file)

- Best Map Script (just a single .py file)

- Best Educational Mod (only educators and schools can submit entries for this one)

The creator of the winning entry in each category will receive a Dell XPS desktop computer to show off to your friends. In addition, the best over-all mod from the submissions above will receive the grand prize of a Dell XPS laptop. Can you say Happy Holidays?

Here are some things to remember. The prizes are awarded to individuals only, so if your mod is a team effort, the prizes will only be awarded to the designated team leader. You can use existing mods that you’ve already created, or you can create something from scratch using Civ IV or any of its expansions. Finally, please do not submit mods that are not yours. This not only makes our job harder, but also makes children cry.

The contest begins December 23, 2007 and will run through February 18, 2008, so crack your knuckles and crank out something fabulous. As an aside, this contest is U.S. only, and our lawyers have drafted up a lovely set of rules for you to follow, so be sure to check them out at the website below before starting. If you have any further questions, send them in, we’re all ears!

http://www.firaxis.com/community/modcontest.php

> December 13, 2007

Playstation Store arrives in Paradise
Super Action Hero Christmas special
NeoGeo Battle Coliseum hits PS2
Frontlines: Fuel of War demo released
Ubisoft revels in strong Assassin's sales

UBISOFT ANNOUNCES OUTSTANDING SALES PERFORMANCE FOR ASSASSIN'S CREED(TM) AND RAISES GUIDANCE FOR FISCAL 2007-08

• Assassin's Creed(TM) Expected to Sell More than Five Million Units in 2007-08 • 2007-08 Financial Targets Revised Upwards: o Sales to Top €840 Million ($1 B 218 M) o Current Operating Income Before Stock Options to Exceed 12 Percent of Sales • Title Release Schedule Updated • Initial Forecasts for Fiscal 2008-09 Provided

Paris, December 13, 2007 – Today Ubisoft, one of the world's largest video game publishers, announced record sales performance for its Assassin's Creed(TM) video game, raised its guidance for fiscal 2007-08, updated its games release schedule, and issued its initial forecasts for 2008-09.

Record performance for Assassin's Creed(TM) Assassin's Creed(TM) has greatly outstripped Ubisoft's sales expectations and currently ranks among the top two or three best-selling games for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and Xbox360® video game and entertainment system in the vast majority of geographical regions. In less than four weeks Assassin's Creed(TM) recorded more than two and a half million units in sell-through sales worldwide, and is the fastest-selling new video game intellectual property ever in the U.S. Consequently, Ubisoft now forecasts that it will sell a minimum of five million units of the game in 2007-08 compared with its previous estimate of approximately three million.

2007-08 guidance raised and games release schedule updated As a result of this outstanding sales performance and solid showings from Ubisoft's other games – particularly its "casual” range – Ubisoft has significantly raised its forecasts for 2007-08. At the same time it has strengthened its line-up of games for next year, with titles such as Tom Clancy's EndWar(TM), Brothers In Arms Hell's Highway(TM) and Far Cry® 2 now scheduled for release in fiscal 2008-09 rather than the fourth quarter of 2007-08.

The sales target for 2007-08 has been raised to more than €840 million ($1 b 218 m), with around €410 ($594.5) million for the third quarter, versus previous forecasts of €825 million ($1 b 196.25 m) and €330 ($478.5) million respectively.

The target for current operating income before stock options has been significantly revised upwards to at least 12 percent of sales, compared with the previously announced forecast of at least 9 percent. This reflects the combined impact of the stellar performance turned in by Assassin's Creed(TM) and the ensuing major leverage effect on profitability, as well as lower-than-anticipated research and development costs due to the postponed release dates for Tom Clancy's End War, Brothers in Arms and Far Cry 2.

Yves Guillemot, chief executive officer of Ubisoft stated: "With the exceptional performance of Assassin's Creed(TM), the fastest-selling new video game intellectual property in the U.S. ever, Ubisoft's teams have once again demonstrated their expertise in creating and promoting major brands. These regular-sequel franchises are a source of very high profitability both in the short and long term. Drawing on its strong internal development capacities, Ubisoft is currently in an ideal position to continue to develop numerous new creations – an essential condition for winning market share and ensuring strong growth going forward."

Initial forecasts for fiscal 2008-09 Today Ubisoft announced its initial forecasts for fiscal 2008-09. The Company estimates that it will achieve sales of approximately €975 million ($1 b 413.75 m) and current operating income representing at least 11 percent of sales. These forecasts are notably based on the launch of four new brands, including Tom Clancy's EndWar, seven franchises including Brothers In Arms, Far Cry 2 and Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell®, and new games in the Imagine, Petz® and My Coach series. More details on Ubisoft's games portfolio will be provided when the sales figures for third quarter 2007-08 are released on January 23, 2008.

Disclaimer

This statement may contain estimated financial data, information on future projects and transactions and future business results/performance. Such forward-looking data are provided for estimation purposes only. They are subject to market risks and uncertainties and may vary significantly compared with the actual results that will be published. The estimated financial data have been presented to the Board of Directors and have not been audited by the Statutory Auditors. (Additional information is specified in the most recent Ubisoft Registration Document filed on June 27, 2007 with the French Financial Markets Authority (l'Autorité des marchés financiers)).

About Ubisoft Ubisoft is a leading producer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment products worldwide and has grown considerably through a strong and diversified line-up of products and partnerships. Ubisoft has offices in 21 countries and sales in more than 50 countries around the globe. It is committed to delivering high-quality, cutting-edge video game titles to consumers. Ubisoft generated sales of €680 million for the 2006-07 fiscal year. To learn more, please visit www.ubisoftgroup.com.

THQ Releases Frontlines: Fuel of War demo on Xbox Live

On Wednesday, December 12, 2007, THQ released a single-player demo for the critically acclaimed first-person shooter Frontlines: Fuel of War. This exciting demo allows players to battle through two sets of frontline objectives in a fierce struggle to capture a Red Star Alliance tank factory. Players can draw upon a huge arsenal of next generation weapons such as remote control drones, air bursting grenades, air strikes, and tanks as you fight to take down Red Star air support and gain control of the base in a massive, open world environment.

Download the demo on Xbox Live, and conquer the front line today! For more information about Frontlines, please contact Spencer Sherman (spencer.sherman@thq.com) or check out our website at:

http://www.frontlines.com

About Frontlines Fuel of War:

From the creators of Desert Combat and the Battlefield 2 R&D team comes the next-generation in first person shooters.

Based upon actual locations in Central Asia, the player embarks on an epic campaign featuring 7 unique theaters of war. In a world ravaged by a global energy crisis, environmental decay, and a new economic depression, the story follows a division of Western Coalition soldiers – The Stray Dogs – through a dark vision of our future. Players assume the role of an elite soldier in the Stray Dogs on an epic crusade against the Red Star Alliance to control the last of the world’s oil reserves.

Frontlines: Fuel of War offers extensive multiplayer game play supporting up to 32 players on console (with dedicated servers) and 64 players on PC via LAN or internet. Frontlines: Fuel of War combines cinematic, open world game play with a revolutionary Frontline Combat System to deliver the most intense FPS to date.

NEOGEO BATTLE COLISEUM Ships for PlayStation®2 System 

Tag-Team Fighter Features Characters from Popular SNK PLAYMORE Games 

Wall, NJ - Dec. 13, 2007 - SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION, the U.S. publishing arm of the SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION, today announced that NEOGEO BATTLE COLISEUM for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system is shipping to retailers across North America.

Set in the year 2017, NEOGEO BATTLE COLISEUM pits players against a man determined to rule the NEOGEO world. The game employs a two vs. two tag-team battle system, allowing players to switch characters during play and perform team attacks on their opponents. The character roster has 40 characters represented by well-known faces from the likes of WORLD HEROES, ART OF FIGHTING, FATAL FURY, SAMURAI SHODOWN, LAST BLADE, METAL SLUG and KIZUNA ENCOUNTER.

"NEOGEO BATTLE COLISEUM brings together dozens of beloved SNK characters in one big tag-team extravaganza," said Ben Herman, president of SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION. "It's a great choice for SNK fans new and old." About SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION

Headquartered in Osaka, Japan, SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION (SNK) develops, publishes and distributes interactive entertainment software in Japan, North America, Europe and Asia. Founded in 1978, SNK is one of the largest privately held interactive entertainment content providers in the world. Known for such franchises as THE KING OF FIGHTERS, METAL SLUG, and SAMURAI SHODOWN SNK continues to be an industry leader by focusing on their rich arcade history. More information on SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION can be found at www.snkplaymore.co.jp SNK PLAYMORE USA is a wholly owned subsidiary of SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION with offices in Wall, NJ. It handles operations in North America including publishing, marketing, development and localization. More information on SNK PLAYMORE USA can be found at www.snkplaymoreusa.com

COM2US ANNOUNCES 'SUPER' 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS 'SUPER ACTION HERO: 12 DAYS OF XMAS' FEATURES A UNIQUE GIFT EACH DAY

Los Angeles, California- Dec. 13, 2007- Com2us, a leading provider of mobile entertainment, today announced a special 12 Days of Christmas edition of Super Action Hero, its popular stick-figure action game for mobile phones.

Provide real, usable information. Avoid a slick sales pitch. Reporters are only interested in the facts.In addition to the fast-paced action and dynamic graffiti-like graphics the original Super Action Hero is known for, the 12 Days of Xmas edition includes a fun holiday twist. Beginning Dec. 25, Christmas day, a brand-new holiday mask (certainly more useful than a partridge or a pear tree) will be unlocked daily through Jan. 6. Each of the 12 masks will imbue everyone's favorite stick-figure hero with a powerful new ability, and allow players to customize him in festive new ways.

"We're bringing some holiday joy to fans of the original Super Action Hero with the special 12 Days of Xmas edition," said Chris Im, VP of the International Business Unit at Com2uS Corporation. "And for those who miss the chance to unlock the 12 masks during the event days, tips will be revealed at www.com2us.com after Jan. 7." Super Action Hero: 12 Days of Xmas is exclusively available to AT&T mobile subscribers, and can be downloaded from the Holiday Games menu of the AT&T Media Mall.

About Super Action Hero

Super Action Hero is an action game starring a stick-figure hero. This mobile game contains 10 mission stages, challenging players to become the true hero while collecting special masks to upgrade their powers. Both the missions and the player's repertoire of easily executable lethal combos, all of which can be carried out using the D-pad/joystick and center key, increase in complexity as the game progresses. As the stick-figure hero runs, leaps and fights, his superhero gauge gradually fills, giving him the ability to unleash special attacks. Super Action Hero has a unique graffiti-cartoon look, and the mask system lets players choose from 32 different masks that not only customize the look of their character, but also bestow different strengths on the hero. Online competition lets players discover who the true heroes really are. Super Action Hero is available for AT&T and TMobile mobile phones.

About Com2us (www.Com2us.com)

Com2us Corporation, established in July 1998, became the first and leading mobile entertainment provider in Korea. Since then, Com2us has developed a reputation for creating innovative and entertaining games and applications around the world, which are available in over 40 countries in Asia, Europe and North America.

Playstation Store - Weekly Update

Demos

Burnout Paradise Demo (free) Welcome to the Burnout Paradise Demo. Explore Motor City, Big Surf Beach and Ocean View. Find the Burning Route junction in Motor City. Discover Jumps, Stunts and Smashes all over the map and if you’re online, invite friends to join you for some challenges. Remember, this is just a small part of Paradise City. File size: 764 MB ESRB Rated E10+

Add-on Game Content

High Velocity Bowling Bowler 1 ($0.99) It’s time to bowl - High Velocity style! Add Amber Vorhees, a semipro softball player turned bowler, to your High Velocity Bowling roster. A San Francisco native, Amber’s prowess on the softball mound has translated into her unique bowling style: straight and fast with no fancy spin. File size: 40.6 MB

High Velocity Bowling Bowler 2 ($0.99) It’s time to bowl - High Velocity style! Add Mike “The Strike” Diaz, a well-rounded, ableit short, bowler to your High Velocity Bowling roster. Originally from East Los Angeles, Mike has a fiery attitude and unorthodox bowling style that is sure to spice up the game. File size: 40.8 MB

Rock Band Build your Rock Band library by purchasing “I Fought the Law” by The Clash, “Rockaway Beach” by the Ramones, and “Ever Fallen in Love” which is a cover of a song made famous by Buzzcocks. Rock Band Punk Pack 1 includes all three songs. Please note: you need to actually own Rock Band in order to play these tracks:

* “I Fought the Law” - The Clash ($1.99) * “Rockaway Beach” - The Ramones ($1.99) * “Ever Fallen in Love” – Buzzcocks ($1.99) * Rock Band Punk Pack 1 ($5.49)

File sizes: 13 MB - 22.3 MB (singles), 56.5 MB (Track Pack).

Need for Speed ProStreet Unlock vehicles for immediate use. These cars can be achieved without purchase by progressing through Career.

Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 ($2.49) File size: 100 KB

Pagini Zonda F ($2.99) File size: 100 KB

Nissan GT-R (R35) ($2.99) File size: 100 KB

Muscle Car Bundle ($4.99) This bundle includes the following cars: Chevrolet Camaro SS, Ford Mustang GT ‘03, Chevrolet Corvette ‘67, Plymouth Hemi Cuda, Pontiac GTO, Ford Mustang GT. Note: all cars in this bundle can be achieved without purchase by progressing through Career. File size: 100 KB

Tuner Car Bundle ($4.99) This bundle includes the following cars: Nissan 350Z (Z33), Ford Focus ST, Volkswagen R32, Audi S3, Lancer Evolution IX, Subaru Impreza WRX STI. Note: all cars in this bundle can be achieved without purchase by progressing through Career. File size: 100 KB

Sport Car Bundle ($4.99) This bundle includes the following cars: Audi S4, Audi TT 3.2 Quattro, Lotus Elise, BMW M3 E46, Porsche Cayman S, BMW Z4 M Coupe. Note: all cars in this bundle can be achieved without purchase by progressing through Career. File size: 100 KB

Ultimate Performance Bundle ($9.99) Don’t leave anything to chance. This ultimate performance bundle immediately unlocks EVERY performance package in the game. After you get the parts, the rest is up to you! Note: all parts can be achieved without purchase by progressing through Career. File size: 100 KB

Game Videos

GT Awards at SEMA Video (free) Go behind the scenes at the 2007 SEMA Show in Las Vegas to get an exclusive look at the Fifth Annual Gran Turismo Awards and see Gran Turismo 5 Prologue unveiled for the first time in North America. See which vehicle Gran Turismo™ creator Kazunori Yamauchi picked from among the finalists as the 2007 Best of Show vehicle that will soon be forever immortalized as a drivable car in the Gran Turismo™ franchise, available only on the PLAYSTATION 3 system File size: 457 MB (HD)

Burnout “Stunt Run” Trailer (free) Take to the air to pull off boost-earning 360s, barrel rolls, and super jumps with Burnout Paradise’s most ambitious, high-flying cars. File size: 65 MB (HD)

Tony Hawk’s Proving Ground – Tony’s Skater Story Trailer (free) File size: 21 MB (HD)

Ratchet BTS – Art (free) Get a behind the scenes look at the art style and graphics of Ratchet and Clank® Future: Tools of Destruction™. File size: 223 MB (HD)

Movie and Blu-ray Disc Trailers

Cloverfield Trailer (free) Five young New Yorkers throw their friend a going-away party the night that a monster the size of a skyscraper descends upon the city. Told from the point of view of their video camera, the film is a document of their attempt to survive the most surreal, horrifying event of their lives. File size: 25 MB (SD), 93 MB (HD), 130 MB (1080)

Untraceable Trailer (free) Within the FBI, there exists a division dedicated to investigating and prosecuting criminals on the internet. Welcome to the front lines of the war on cybercrime, where Special Agent Jennifer Marsh (Diane Lane) has seen it all……until now. File size: 109 MB (HD), 145 MB (1080)

> December 11-12, 2007

Patapon coming to PSP
SCEA reveals MLB 08
Nyko charges up PS3

MLB 08 THE SHOW(TM) Announced for PLAYSTATION(R)3, PlayStation(R)2 and PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable)

Popular Baseball Franchise Looks to Retain Title as The Most Realistic Baseball Game

FOSTER CITY, Calif., Dec. 11 -- Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA) announced today that MLB 08 THE SHOW(TM) will be available in Spring 2008, exclusively for PLAYSTATION(R)3 (PS3(TM)), PlayStation(R)2 and PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable). Already widely considered the most authentic baseball game available, the next iteration of the critically acclaimed franchise, MLB 08 THE SHOW, is set to provide fans with the most realistic baseball experience to date. Reflecting on the history of the franchise, the longest-running officially licensed baseball title on PlayStation(R) platforms, the SCEA San Diego Studios development team went into this season looking to build upon the history and success of the franchise, by raising the level of authenticity and realism, and creating the perfect blend of features and unique gameplay opportunities. To deliver the closest experience possible, next to actually trying to make it in the Majors, MLB 08 THE SHOW introduces a more immersive Road to The Show mode. As gamers attempt to make a starting line-up in the Big Leagues, playing on both offense and defense from a custom-created player's perspective, a more robust dynamic goal system and a new career advancement system will determine when a player is eligible for a promotion. Additionally, custom-created players are more interactive. As a position player, gamers will be able to further adjust that players positioning, catchers will endure more defense situations, and pitchers will now experience mound visits with user interaction -- all making Road to The Show mode even more realistic. "Baseball fans know that the MLB franchise has been met with critical acclaim and has a long-standing winning tradition," said Scott Rohde, senior director, product development, SCEA San Diego Studios. "MLB 08 THE SHOW continues to display our commitment to delivering highly-innovative and improved features in order to provide an unrivaled simulation with a broadcast quality presentation." As the only first party franchise officially licensed by Major League Baseball Properties Inc. (MLBP), Major League Baseball Advanced Media (MLBAM) and the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA), MLB 08 THE SHOW features more than 3,000 individual player animations, including personalized stances, pitching animations, individual swings, batting rituals and motion captures from MLB(R) players. 

Additionally, the franchise adds to the realism by including Umpire Personalities combined with Interactive Hot and Cold Zones and Player-scaled Strike Zones, Release Point Pitching combined with Adaptive Pitching Intelligence (API) and the Pitch Command System (PCS), and the most comprehensive commentary ever produced for a sports title, featuring the three-man booth of Rex Huddler, Matt Vasgerian and Dave Campbell. Providing players with some additional performance incentives, the MLB franchise introduces the new Progressive Batting Performance feature, which will both reward players for superior performance and penalize them for hitting slumps. Specific to each individual batter, players will be rewarded with slight contract bonuses, or punished with slight decreases in contract, based on how that batter that performs beyond his "natural ability" while under user control. Adding to the online feature set, which includes customizable Online League Play with up to 30 teams, scrolling MLB Score Ticker and more, MLB 08 THE SHOW introduces SCOUT (SportsConnect Online User Tracking), which allows gamers to set and store their game preferences on the MLB server, and then enables the system to look for a Quick Match with opponents that fit similar competitive criteria. For PS3 and PSP owners, MLB 08 THE SHOW serves up the new Pitcher/Batter Analysis, both in-game and post game, offering a breakdown of how a batter has performed based on LHP or RHP, pitch type and the result. And for fans who want to create their own soundtracks, MLB 08 THE SHOW offers the opportunity to take music stored on a PS3 system's HDD or a Memory Stick Duo(TM) and add tracks to the list of music played in the JukeBox. Along with all the key franchise features, gameplay favorites for PlayStation 2 include Franchise mode, where players take control of the entire team, Rivalry Mode, which allows fans to set-up, track and maintain heated rivalries, the Home Run Derby and EyeToy(TM) functionality. MLB 08 THE SHOW for PSP continues to be a fan favorite with its core features and ability to play anytime, anywhere, on the go. Plus, sports fanatics can utilize the system's online news service to get the latest MLB news feeds online or save them to the Memory Stick Duo and review them offline at their convenience. The independent Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) rating for MLB 08 THE SHOW is "RP" for "Rating Pending." For more information about the ESRB visit http://www.esrb.org.

About Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation(R) and PS one(R) game console, the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system, the PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) system, and the ground-breaking PLAYSTATION(R)3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system and its online and network services PLAYSTATION(R)Network and PLAYSTATION(R)Store. Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets, and distributes software for the PS one game console, the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, the PSP system and the PS3 system for the North American market. Based in Foster City, Calif. Sony Computer Entertainment America, Inc. serves as headquarters for all North American operations and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Visit us on the Web at http://www.us.playstation.com

PlayStation, PS One, PSP and PLAYSTATION are registered trademarks and PS3 is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc Memory Stick Duo is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Major League Baseball, Minor League Baseball and Hall of Fame trademarks and copyrights are used with permission of Major League Baseball Properties, Inc. and the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, Inc., respectively. Visit the official website of Major League Baseball at MLB.com. Visit the official website of Minor League Baseball at http://www.MiLB.com (C) MLBPA- Official Licensee, Major League Baseball Players Association. Visit http://www.MLBPLAYERS.com, the Players Choice on the web. (c) 2008 Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.

Patapon(TM) Coming to North America Exclusively for PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable)

Rhythm-Based Action Blends with Abstract Art to Deliver a Unique New Gaming Genre to the North American Market in February 2008

FOSTER CITY, Calif., Dec. 11 -- Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA) announced today the February 2008 North American release of Patapon(TM), available exclusively for PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable). Developed by Sony Computer Entertainment WorldWide Studios Japan Studio, Patapon is a highly stylized, 2D platform/action adventure game that transforms players into a mystical leader in charge of guiding a tribe of small, quirky warriors called Patapons. Through an innovative use of musical beats, players will march the Patapons against opposing armies and gigantic monsters in an attempt to find the far end of the world. In Patapon, players will encounter a new style of gameplay that blends rhythm and action, where various drumbeats are used to command the Patapons to march, retreat, attack, and defend, all in the ultimate quest for survival and victory. The game presents a variety of warrior types, along with a wide selection of weapons and shield upgrades, allowing each player to customize their Patapon army and strategize for each mission. 

Using character designs by popular French graphic artist Rolito, who served as chief artist for the game, Patapon introduces a distinctive art style incorporating abstract shapes, vibrant environments, and larger-than-life boss enemies. "Patapon is a unique experience for gamers of all ages because it combines two key forms of entertainment: rhythm and music, and stellar platforming action," said Jeff Reese, director, software marketing, SCEA. "Music is a huge part of the PSP's multifunctional feature set, and we are excited to deliver a new genre of music and action gaming that further adds depth to the PSP software lineup." For years the Patapon tribe has lived in the desolate frontier, driven from their home by the evil Zigoton army. Behind the Patapons' cute exterior, lies a fierce warrior spirit that can only be commanded by the beat of the war drum. 

They wait for the day the "Almighty" will return and lead them against their enemies, as Patapon legend states the glory of the ancestors will be resurrected when they reach the far end of the world. The wait finally comes to an end as the drums of war are heard once again. Set among a variety of colorful 2D backgrounds, Patapon unfolds through more than 30 missions with more than 20 different environments, where players are tasked with outfitting the Patapon army, collecting resources, and using strategy to grow the tribe into a devastating fighting force. Incorporating various button-timed drumbeats in real-time to control the Patapons, players will strategically traverse through each environment, battling enemies each step of the way. The game presents a variety of warrior types such as archers, infantry, cavalry, and more that players can unlock, along with a wide selection of more than 100 weapon and shield upgrades, allowing players to customize their forces throughout the funky adventure. Additionally, Patapon features five unique music-based mini-games to earn additional Patapon upgrades. Players will revel in the addictive nature of the game, collecting rare weapons and items, and earning more points to upgrade and amass an army of Patapons.

About Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation(R) and PS one(R) game console, the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system, the PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) handheld entertainment system, the ground-breaking PLAYSTATION(R)3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system, and its online and network services the PLAYSTATION(R)Network and PLAYSTATION(R)Store. Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets, and distributes software for the PS one game console, the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, the PSP system and the PS3 system for the North American market. Based in Foster City, Calif. Sony Computer Entertainment America, Inc. serves as headquarters for all North American operations and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

NYKO MAKES LIFE EASIER FOR PLAYSTATION 3 OWNERS WITH ENHANCED CHARGE BASE 2

Charge Base 2 Brings Revamped Charging Solution To PlayStation(R) 3

Los Angeles, CA - December 11, 2007 - Nyko Technologies(R), a premier peripherals manufacturer, today announced their new charging solution for PlayStation(R) 3 controllers, the Charge Base 2, making it easier than ever to keep both your Dual Shock 3 and SIXAXIS controllers organized and charged.

Nyko's newly redesigned Charge Base 2 rapidly charges two PS3 controllers simultaneously, while providing a visually appealing storage option and a faster recharge rate via any AC outlet. Besides easier-to-read charge indicators and a smaller form factor, the Charge Base 2 employs a totally new contact point dongle system that makes charging your controllers easier then ever. Each Charge Base 2 comes packaged with two light weight Mini USB charge adaptors that attach to the controller and allow for easy drop and charge functionality through the Charge Base 2's specialized charging ports.

"The original Charge Base for PS3 was well received thanks to its quick charging and storage abilities" said Chris Arbogast, Marketing Manager for Nyko. "Being committed to constantly improving our products has enabled us to design a smaller solution that is easier to use and available at a lower price."

The Charge Base 2 will be available early December at retailers nationwide and Nyko's online store for $29.99.

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About Nyko Technologies, Inc.

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> December 10, 2007

Don King Prizefighter announced
Gripshift, Arkadians arrive on XBL

Check Out Xbox LIVE Arcade's Double Header This Week as "Arkadian Warriors" and "GripShift(r)" Arrive Wednesday

Prepare for an action-packed dungeon crawl with Sierra Online’s “Arkadian Warriors” and experience the innovative cross genre gameplay of “GripShift®,” by Sidhe Interactive, this week on Xbox LIVE Arcade. Both games launch on Wednesday, December 12th, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PST).

Three heroic shape-shifting warriors fight to release the Land of Arkadia from the evil Gorgon’s stony gaze. In the uniquely expansive “Arkadian Warriors,” randomly generated dungeons and cooperative multiplayer hack & slash action enhances a deep single-player campaign. The robust cooperative multiplayer mode is available for two players both locally and over Xbox LIVE. Upgrading is key as players hone their skills, acquire loot and master powerful magic spells and numerous deadly weapons in a journey of mythical proportions. “Arkadian Warriors” will be available worldwide for 800 Microsoft Points and is rated E10+ by the ESRB.

Through a mix of sky-high platforming and stunt driving, “GripShift” combines automotive and puzzle solving skills across 120 challenging levels, 25 rubber burning race tracks and 20 deadly deathmatch arenas across four themed worlds. Zoom to victory with four players over Xbox LIVE or race solo, all while enjoying a customizable music experience! Choose your driver, unlock faster vehicles and customize your ride with new skins. Developed by Sidhe Interactive, “GripShift” is a gravity-defying thrill ride every racing fan must experience! The game will be available worldwide for 800 Microsoft Points and is rated E10+ by the ESRB.

2K Sports Announces Don King Presents: Prizefighter

Don King Presents: Prizefighter brings an innovative feature set and story line to set the standard in boxing video games

New York, NY – December 10, 2007 – 2K Sports, the sports publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), today announced the spring 2008 release of Don King Presents: Prizefighter, the most realistic boxing video game simulation, for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Nintendo’s Wii™ home video game console and Nintendo’s DS™ portable system. This in-depth, documentary-style title will provide the deepest, most authentic and entertaining experience ever seen in a boxing video game.

“The combination of real-life fight scenarios, story-driven gameplay and photo-realistic graphics will set this title apart from the competition,” said Christoph Hartmann, President of 2K. “Our goal has always been to deliver the most engaging and realistic titles, and Don King Presents: Prizefighter will exceed these expectations. Based on the game’s innovative features and high-profile fighters, this title will be a ‘must have’ for any sports gamer.”

"In all my years working in professional boxing, I have never seen anything come as close to recreating the thrill, the intensity, the courage and the spectacle of the sport," said legendary boxing promoter Don King. "Don King Presents: Prizefighter is more than a game -- it is a glimpse at what life is like in and out of the ring for these incredible athletes."

Developed by Venom Games, the 2K studio that brought Rocky and Rocky Legends to the Xbox and PlayStation 2, Don King Presents: Prizefighter will bring the realism of live action match-ups and the true tactics of the sweet science together for the first time. More than just a night at the fights - players will be responsible for building a career by overcoming adversity, avoiding temptation, and balancing their commitments to train and promote, all while focusing on the goal of ultimately winning and defending the title belt. The story will be told by a revolutionary sports documentary-style narrative never before seen in a video game.

Don King Presents: Prizefighter will be available in spring 2008 for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Nintendo’s Wii™ home video game console and Nintendo’s DS portable system, leveraging the unique hardware features of each platform.

For more information, log onto www.2ksports.com/prizefighter.

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