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> March 28, 2008

Rondo of Swords screened
Torque X 2.0 released
R-Type Command demo'd
Etrian Odyssey II announced
Theatre of War domesticated

Theatre of War heads stateside on PC

Battlefront.com and 1C Company are pleased to announce the signing of an agreement with publisher cdv Software Entertainment USA to publish Theatre of War in North America. Slated for a May 2008 release on PC, Theatre of War offers an extensive real-time strategy experience.

By combining the look, feel and historical elements of World War II, Theatre of War creates an unrivaled tactical battlefield experience that spans major campaigns from the Battle of Moscow to Normandy. With more than 50 missions spread across multiple campaigns and a rich do-it-yourself mission and map editor included, Theatre of War rewards armchair generals with tremendous gaming and replay value.

For more information about Theatre of War, please visit http://www.battlefront.com

"We are very pleased to be working with Battlefront.com and 1C Company on Theatre of War. It's a strong title that expands the strategy genre with its focus on providing a sandbox for military enthusiasts to test historical and hypothetical ‘what if?’ scenarios," said Mario Kroll, Director of Marketing and Public Relations for cdv Software Entertainment USA. "With the rich pedigree of teams that delivered the acclaimed IL-2 Sturmovik and the Combat Mission series, we feel we are able to offer something really special by bringing Theatre of War to North American retail customers."

"In cdv Software Entertainment USA, we have a partner with a distinguished history of publishing top-quality strategy titles," said Martin van Balkom of Battlefront.com. "cdv is well-known in strategy circles as both a strong publisher, and an excellent partner. We are pleased to work with them again to expand the audience for Theatre of War."

Theatre of War offers a fresh take on the WWII Real-time Strategy genre by combining the look, feel, sounds and historical elements of WWII to create the ultimate warfare simulation. The game engine features realistic shell ballistics, armor penetration calculations and damage effects coupled with destructible environments, trenches, fortifications and individually tracked weapons, equipment, ammo and vehicles. More than 50 battles spread across seven different campaigns (US/UK, Soviet, German, French, Polish, Battle for Moscow and Panzer Lehr in Normandy), along with eight non-campaign scenarios, five Training scenarios and 11 different multiplayer missions are available in the game to offer a rich and challenging combat experience to players.

ADVENTURERS WANTED; ATLUS ANNOUNCES DUNGEON RPG ETRIAN ODYSSEY II: HEROES OF LAGAARD FOR NINTENDO DS!

One of Gaming's Truest RPG Series Returns in June

IRVINE, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 27th, 2008 - Atlus U.S.A., Inc., preferred publisher of adventuring duo Fight and Heal, today announced Etrian Odyssey(TM)II: Heroes of Lagaard for Nintendo DS(TM). Continuing one of the genre's purest experiences, this sequel builds upon the original cult classic with more diverse areas to explore, new character classes, more fiendish FOEs, and an improved mapping system.

Etrian Odyssey II boasts an all-star development team, led by director Shigeo Komori (scenario designer; Etrian Odyssey, Odin Sphere). Composer Yuzo Koshiro (The Revenge of Shinobi, Streets of Rage, Etrian Odyssey) returns for Heroes of Lagaard, in addition to character designer Yuji Himukai and monster designer Shin Nagasawa, who both worked on the original Etrian Odyssey.

The odyssey resumes June 17th.

R-TYPE(R) COMMAND DEMO FOR PSP(R) SYSTEM USERS NOW AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY AT THE PLAYSTATION(R)STORE

Atlus Invites You to Play the Bold New Entry in the R-Type Series Before its May Release

IRVINE, CA - MARCH 28, 2008 - Atlus today unveiled the playable demo for R-Type Command, the upcoming PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) system turn-based strategy game, exclusively at the PLAYSTATION Store. Boasting a taste of the many missions from R-Type Command, the demo offers an eye-opening hands-on glimpse into the franchise's daring new direction.

PSP system owners can download and play the demo from the PLAYSTATION Store: http://store.playstation.com/store/product.vm?id=UP0005-NPUH90008_00-RTYPECOMMAN DDEMO

For more on R-Type Command, please visit the official website: http://www.atlus.com/r-type

R-Type Command for PSP takes to the stars on May 6th.

About R-Type Command In a desperate war against the mysterious alien race known as the Bydo, humanity sends wave after wave of fighters into Bydo space--none of which are ever heard from again. Mankind's main hope now resides with a lone commander, sent to lead a small armada on a perilous mission into the heart of the Bydo Empire. Low on fuel and forced to scavenge resources and equipment from his surroundings, the commander must use all his cunning and wits if he hopes to succeed, let alone make it home alive.

Key Features - R-Type reborn - The highly acclaimed franchise moves into the strategy genre with exciting tactical gameplay! - Control the Bydo forces - For the first time in the series, take command of the Bydo forces as they launch their assault on Earth! - Intense strategy gameplay - With nearly 100 different units at your disposal, it's up to you to choose the best fleet for battle. Upgrade your existing units or purchase new ones! - Head-to-head local multiplayer - With the PSP system wireless communication feature, play against a friend in Wireless Ad Hoc mode for a one-on-one strategy battle!

R-Type Command has been rated E10+ (Everyone 10 and older) with Animated Blood and Mild Fantasy Violence by the ESRB.

About Atlus U.S.A., Inc. Located in Irvine, California and founded in 1991, Atlus U.S.A., Inc. is renowned for its proud tradition of publishing exceptional role-playing games with strong niche appeal. The Atlus library of critically acclaimed video games includes Odin Sphere, Trauma Center series, and the award-winning Shin Megami Tensei series. For more information, visit http://www.atlus.com.

(C)2008 IREM SOFTWARE ENGINEERING INC. All rights reserved. Licensed to and published by Atlus U.S.A., Inc. "PlayStation", "PS" Family logo and "PSP" are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Memory Stick Duo(TM) may be required (sold separately).

GarageGames Releases Torque X 2.0

Eugene, OR, March 27, 2008 -- GarageGames, the leading technology provider for independent game developers, has announced the release of Torque X 2.0. This release updates the Torque X engine for compatibility with Microsoft's XNA 2.0 Framework and improves the engine's performance in 3D environments.

Originally launched in the summer of 2007, Torque X has gone from a 2D-only engine to a full-featured 3D game engine. It now provides chunked LOD terrain with clip map texturing, DTS Mesh Support, XNA Model Support, Torque's custom material system, post processing, a 3D particle system, rigid body physics and collision, and built in components.

"It's amazing to see how far XNA development has come in such a short time. When we partnered with Microsoft to develop Torque X in 2006, the game development community was still pretty skeptical of managed code," said Brett Seyler, GarageGames VP of Business Development. "Last year's Dream Build Play winners looked awesome and now with true, full-featured game engines to speed and ease development even further, I expect we'll see Torque X and XNA game development really thrive in 2008."

According to GarageGames, Torque X also supports the 2D drag and drop game creation features of Torque Game Builder. Torque X allows developers a chance to deploy and test their game on retail Xbox 360 units through Microsoft Creator's Club.

About GarageGames GarageGames is located in Eugene, Oregon and on the web at www.garagegames.com. As the makers of Torque Game Builder, Torque Game Engine, Torque Game Engine Advanced, and Torque X, they have been providing game development tools and technology at an affordable price since 2000. The Torque Technologies line of game engines have been used since to develop hits such as Marble Blast Ultra, Fallen Empire: Legions, Penny Arcade Adventures, Screwjumper, Rocketmen and countless other titles on Windows, Mac, Linux, Nintendo Wii, Xbox 360, and GarageGames' own InstantAction web-based gaming service.

ATLUS RELEASES NEW SCREENS FOR RONDO OF SWORDS

Atlus today released new screenshots of Rondo of Swords, the upcoming strategy RPG for the Nintendo DS. These new screens give players a fresh look at Rondo of Swords' unique battle system, as well as the characters that drive the game's deep storyline. Rondo of Swords is scheduled to release on April 15.

For more information on Rondo of Swords visit: http://www.atlus.com/rondoofswords/ About Atlus U.S.A., Inc. Located in Irvine, California and founded in 1991, Atlus U.S.A., Inc. is renowned for its proud tradition of publishing exceptional role-playing games with strong niche appeal. The Atlus library of critically acclaimed video games includes Odin Sphere, Trauma Center series, and the award-winning Shin Megami Tensei series. For more information, visit http://www.atlus.com.

> March 27, 2008

Atlus opens Spectral Force 3 site
Playspan expands open beta test
Nickelodeon stars hit Xbox Live
Don King's Prizefighter giveaway

TEST YOUR SKILLS AGAINST NICKELODEON’S RESIDENT DETECTIVE & BOARDING SCHOOL DIVA ON XBOX LIVE

Young Stars Aria Wallace (Roxy Hunter) and Victoria Justice (Zoey 101) To Take Part in Latest Xbox LIVE® Game with Fame Session Before Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards

To kick off the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards, Aria Wallace, star of the Roxy Hunter franchise and Victoria Justice, co-star of Zoey 101 will test their dance and music skills as they face-off against fans on Xbox LIVE® as part of the latest Xbox LIVE Game with Fame session.

Fans are being offered a rare opportunity to interact with two of their favorite stars. For a chance to rock out with Victoria while playing the widely popular Guitar Hero® III: Legends of Rock, send a friend request to the gamertag NickGWF1. For a chance to show off your dance skills against Aria with Dance Dance Revolution Universe 2, send a friend request to the gamertag NickGWF2. Look for both gamertags beginning at 5 p.m. EDT (2 p.m. PDT) on Friday, March 28.

At 11 years old, with 3 Young Artist nominations, over 15 credits to her name and a hit movie series, Aria Wallace is already an established child actress. She currently stars as the title character in the hugely popular Roxy Hunter Nickelodeon movies. Aria has also appeared in such hit television shows as The Bernie Mac Show, Charmed, That 70’s Show, Judging Amy, Desperate Housewives, and CSI: NY. She has already released two Roxy Hunter movies for Nickelodeon in 2008 and is currently working on two more.

Victoria Justice has been in the acting business since 2003 and has appeared on television shows such as Gilmore Girls, The Suite Life of Zack and Cody, and Everwood. Victoria is most recognized for her character, Lola Martinez, in one of Nickelodeon’s most popular shows, Zoey 101. In December of 2008, Victoria will be starring in her first feature length film, entitled The Kings of Appletown. Victoria is also a model and has been featured on the cover of American Girl Magazine as well as being in ad campaigns for Union Bay and Bratz.

Guitar Hero® III: Legends of Rock offers the ultimate rock experience with new wireless guitars, freshly added content and features including a multiplayer action-inspired battle mode, grueling boss battles, a host of exclusive unlockable content and visually stunning rock venues. Expanded online multiplayer modes allow axe-shredders worldwide to compete head-to-head for true rock status as they riff through a star-studded soundtrack including master tracks by legendary artists such as Aerosmith, Guns 'N' Roses, The Rolling Stones, Beastie Boys, Rage Against the Machine and Pearl Jam, as well as original songs by guitar icons Slash and Tom Morello. Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock is now available and is rated "T" for Teen by the ESRB.

The 21st edition of Nickelodeon's 2008 Kids' Choice Awards, hosted by Jack Black, is set to explode with mega-star wattage from UCLA's Pauley Pavilion, Saturday, March 29 (8 p.m. ET; tape delay PT). Vote, play games and see KCA nominees for 08 on http://www.nick.com/kca.

The Xbox LIVE Game with Fame program gives Xbox LIVE subscribers the unique opportunity to meet, chat with and play against some of today’s hottest stars. Past Game with Fame celebrity players include Shia Labeouf, Andy Roddick, Jack Black, Jenny McCarthy, Ludacris, Rihanna, and Ryan Cabrera. Further information about other Xbox LIVE events is available at the Game with Fame Web site, http://www.xbox.com/en-US/community/calendar/gamewithfame. You can also log onto to the Xbox LIVE Marketplace® to download content from your favorite Nickelodeon shows at http://www.xbox.com/en-US/live/marketplace/?WT.svl=nav.

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PLAYSPAN EXPANDS OPEN BETA WITH K2 NETWORK

First Publisher-Sponsored Commerce Network for Digital Goods Goes Live

Santa Clara, CA - March 27, 2008 - PLAYSPAN Inc. and K2 Network (www.k2network.net) announced today that players of Global MU Online, a globally popular MMORPG published by K2 Network through its game portal, GamersFirst (gamersfirst.com), can join the expanded open beta for PlaySpan's innovative in-game commerce platform.

"We are committed to bringing new and innovative ways to better serve our gamer community, and integrating PlaySpan's player-2-player commerce network is a great way to expand our overall service offerings," said Joshua Hong, CEO of K2 Network. "PlaySpan is built from the ground up to provide highly secured and scalable microtransactions, and we believe that this is the next generation of solutions to improve the fight against fraud and game-balance issues faced by game developers and publishers worldwide."

PlaySpan allows gamers to connect with each other directly for in-game trades, thus reducing instances of fraud committed by gold farmers. The application, an in-game widget, is a secure and reliable way to buy and sell goods without leaving the game.

"PlaySpan is the first company to integrate a commerce network and exchange with third-party games, and this is a major milestone for the entire game industry," said Chris Deering, former CEO of Sony Computer Entertainment Europe. "Microtransactions are the next big revenue model for games and virtual worlds, and PlaySpan is clearly the leader in technology and execution."

"We are seeing users make more in-game purchases with the peace of mind of buying from real gamers," said Karl Mehta, CEO of PlaySpan Inc. "We're continuing our lead with our pioneering 'publisher-sponsored' business model and first production-ready, integrated platform for mass-market deployment worldwide."

About K2 Network K2 Network publishes and services highly engaging online games and cultivates dynamic player environments. The company puts GamersFirst(TM) by giving them free access to compelling titles, supporting their amazing communities, offering creative pricing models, and updating games based on player feedback. K2 Network currently has over 16 million registered users and offers War Rock, Knight Online, Global MU Online, Red Stone, and Sword of the New World: Granado Espada. K2 Network has an operational presence in the United States, Korea, and India. Read more about the company at www.k2network.net and find all of their games at www.GamersFirst.com.

About PlaySpan Inc. PlaySpan(TM) is the game industry's first publisher-sponsored(TM) in-game commerce(TM) network. PlaySpan's patent-pending in-game search, commerce and micropayment technologies enable game publishers and developers to generate new revenues, acquire new users and extend the loyalty of existing users. Leading game providers and virtual world publishers have selected PlaySpan as their official marketplace for virtual goods commerce. PlaySpan is based in Silicon Valley with offices in Mumbai, Seoul and Shanghai. Investors include Easton Capital, Menlo Ventures, South Korea based STIC and Hong Kong based Novel TMT Ventures.

Interested Publishers or Developers can send enquiries to publisher@playspan.com; For participation in the beta, please send email to beta@playspan.com.

PlaySpan, Gamer-Friendly and In-Game Commerce are registered trademarks of PlaySpan Inc.

SPECTRAL FORCE 3 OFFICIAL WEBSITE LAUNCHES WITH NEW SCREENS, TRAILER

Atlus today unveiled the official website for Spectral Force 3, a fantasy strategy RPG for the Xbox 360(TM) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. In celebration, Atlus has released new screenshots and the official trailer (available below). Spectral Force 3 is currently scheduled for release on May 27.

Visit the official Spectral Force 3 website at www.atlus.com/spectralforce3.

New screenshots (including box art and logo) are available at: http://www.atlus.com/assets/sf3images(3-27-08).zip (5 MB)

Official trailer available at: http://www.atlus.com/assets/spectralforce3trailer.zip (543 MB)

DON KING PRODUCTIONS AND 2K SPORTS TO GIVE AWAY DON KING PRESENTS: PRIZEFIGHTER DURING WORLD-PREMIERE OF DONKINGTV.COM

Five Lucky Winners Will Receive the Highly Anticipated Boxing Game, Don King Presents: Prizefighter; Ten Runner-Ups to Receive Major League Baseball® 2K8

New York, NY –– Don King Productions and 2K Sports today announced they will team up for an exclusive giveaway of five copies of the most anticipated sports release this spring, Don King Presents: Prizefighter, during the launch of King’s very own digital network, www.DonKingTV.com. A spectacular “Meet Me in St. Louis” championship doubleheader will be presented, plus several special attractions free to boxing and sports fans worldwide on DonKingTV.com tonight at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, live from the Scottrade Center.

“This is another new and exciting adventure for us,” said Don King. “Like the Gateway to the West, we will be taking St. Louis and this trailblazing fight card worldwide via the internet. Fans will be able to see IBF 154-pount champion Cory Spinks take on Verno Phillips and undefeated 140-pounder Devon Alexander against Miguel Callist. We want as many people as possible to see just how great our technology is, so we’re making four exciting hours of action available free of charge.”

The five lucky winners to receive Don King Presents: Prizefighter will be chosen at random by a computer from viewers who log on to watch the live webcast fight between Cory Spinks and Verno Phillips, while the other ten runner-ups will receive a copy of Major League Baseball® 2K8.

Don King Presents: Prizefighter delivers the deepest, most authentic and entertaining boxing experience available. The action within the ring accurately mimics the sport’s tactics and hard knocks by allowing players to create angles and openings using a full arsenal of true 3D, motion captured movement, and punch mechanics found only in the real world sport, until now.

The life of a boxer is about more than just a night at the fights; it’s about building a career and rising to stardom. 2K Sports has captured that in Don King Presents: Prizefighter – players must train, overcome adversity, get promoted, and avoid temptation to rise in notoriety, all while watching the story of their rise to champion unfold in a unique, live-action, sports documentary style that features real-life legends from the world of boxing.

Don King Presents: Prizefighter, will be available June 10, 2008 for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and this fall for the Wii™ home video game system from Nintendo and the Nintendo DS™.

For more information, please visit: www.2ksports.com/prizefighter.

> March 26, 2008

Rainbow Six Vegas 2's Xbox comp
Drone Tactics detailed
Flagship's exapnsion Financed
Atlus' Summon Night screened

UBISOFT ANNOUNCES TOM CLANCY'S RAINBOW SIX® VEGAS 2 HIGH STAKES WEEKEND ON XBOX LIVE

Fans Can Frag and Clear with the Rainbow Six Developers Online and Win Prizes

SAN FRANCISCO – March 26, 2008 – Today Ubisoft, one of the world's largest video game publishers, announced a special Xbox LIVE® High Stakes entertainment weekend for the recently released Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Vegas 2. Beginning Friday, March 28, fans 18 years and older will be able to participate in a number of online events including a 72-hour Play & Win Sweepstakes where every hour winning operatives that register and play are awarded with special prize packages. Winners may receive such prizes as customized Rainbow Six Vegas 2 bowling shirts or Microsoft Points. A Grand Prize of an autographed Xbox 360® Elite signed by the Montreal Development Team and 12 months of Xbox LIVE Gold will be awarded to the top Rainbow Six player over the 72 hour period.

Register via Xbox LIVE Marketplace by downloading the free Rainbow Six Vegas 2 High Stakes Weekend Registration Gamer Picture ("Gamer Picture”) before the close of the Promotion Period. More information regarding terms, conditions and official rules will be available on Tuesday March 25 through the official event page: http://www.xbox.com/livevegas. Open registration will begin when the site goes live and will end at 11:59 p.m. (EST) on March 30, 2008.

Fans can also sign up to win the Rainbow Six Vegas 2 sweepstakes for a chance to win a variety of other megawatt prizes. Score a two night all-expenses paid trip to Las Vegas, a Seagate terabyte hard drive, an Xbox 360 Elite, or free copies of the game. To sign up, please visit www.r6v2sweepstakes.com.

Fans can also put their face in the game with the PEC Contest. Customize your character with the Xbox LIVE Vision Video camera to reflect your inner operative and win all sorts of cool prizes. Score an Xbox 360 Accessory Kit, Xbox LIVE subscriptions, free copies of the Limited Edition version of the game, and much more at www.r6v2avatars.com.

About Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas 2 Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas 2 is the last chance for gamers to rescue America's sexiest city from an escalating terrorist siege, and will impose heart-pounding action from beginning to end. The best are back and this time winner takes all. The highly anticipated sequel to the recipient of numerous awards, including 2006's Best First Person Shooter and Best Online Game, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas 2 will push the top-selling franchise to new heights with new gameplay features and groundbreaking co-op and multiplayer modes.

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 23 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. For the 2007-08 fiscal year Ubisoft forecasts generated sales of 875 million Euros. To learn more, please visit www.ubisoftgroup.com.

© 2008 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Persistent Elite Creation, Ubisoft, Ubi.com, the Ubisoft logo, and the Soldier icon are trademarks of Ubisoft Entertainment in the U.S. and/or other countries. Rainbow Six, Red Storm and the Red Storm logo are trademarks of Red Storm Entertainment in the U.S. and/or other countries. Red Storm Entertainment, Inc. is a Ubisoft Entertainment company. "PlayStation”, "PLAYSTATION” and "PS” Family logo are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

SUMMON NIGHT: TWIN AGE BECKONS WITH NEW SCREENS

Atlus today released nine brand-new screenshots for Summon Night: Twin Age, a fully stylus-driven action RPG set in the Summon Night universe. These screens depict Reiha and her Summon Beast friend Aldo as they set out to reconcile their world's corrupted Nature Spirits.

Innovative Independent Videogame Finance Transaction Finalized

Los Angeles, CA (March 26, 2008) -- Flagship Studios, the San Francisco-based creator of both Hellgate: London™ and Mythos™ for PC, and Comerica Bank, a Texas-based regional bank, today announced that they have closed an innovative finance transaction to support Flagship’s continuing development of AAA and online game franchises.

Using an independent film financing model as its basis, Comerica Bank has created a multi-million dollar facility backed by the sale and distribution rights to Flagship’s game franchise “Hellgate: London”.

"By following a model similar to independent film financing, we are able to directly finance ongoing content for our online games without relying upon a publisher’s investment," said Steve Goldstein, Director of Business Development and General Counsel, Flagship Studios. "As the PC game business makes the transition from the boxed retail model to the online model, alternative financing will become a cornerstone of expanding the industry."

"We are pleased that Comerica Bank could build on our expertise in financing films to help meet the financial needs of Flagship Studios," said Jeff Colvin, Senior Vice President with Comerica Bank, from its Entertainment Group offices in Century City.

Jeff Colvin and Todd Steiner structured the transaction on behalf of Comerica. Joshua Grode and Sam Kozhaya of Liner Yankelevitz Sunshine & Regenstreif, LLP led the legal team on behalf of Comerica. Andrew Katz of Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp, LLP represented Flagship Studios in the transaction.

About Flagship Studios Flagship Studios is a creator of innovative entertainment software, designing games that focus on ease of play, replayability, and fun. The studio was formed in 2003 by former executives and developers from Blizzard North® and represents the creators of the worldwide, best-selling Diablo® franchise. With members that are renowned within the gaming industry, Flagship Studios and its Flagship Seattle division embody a team that has worked together for over a decade and have numerous #1-selling games and multiple Game of the Year awards to their credit. Website: www.flagshipstudios.com.

About Comerica Bank

Comerica Bank is a subsidiary of Comerica Incorporated (NYSE: CMA), a Fortune 500 financial services company based in Dallas, and strategically aligned into three major business segments: the Business Bank, the Retail Bank, and Wealth & Institutional Management. Comerica focuses on relationships and helping businesses and people be successful. Comerica Incorporated is one of the 20 largest U.S. banking companies, with $62 billion in assets at Dec. 31, 2007. Website: www.comerica.com.

About LYS&R

Liner Yankelevitz Sunshine & Regenstreif, LLP is a full-service law firm with offices in Los Angeles and San Francisco, practicing in the areas of intellectual property litigation, business and entertainment litigation, products liability, real estate, business and financial crimes defense, mergers and acquisitions, bankruptcy and creditors' rights, tax and estate planning, and financial services litigation. The firm was recently named one of the best places to work in Los Angeles by the Los Angeles Business Journal. Website: www.linerlaw.com.

About Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp

Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP, with offices in Los Angeles, New York and Washington D.C., is celebrating its 100th Anniversary in 2008 as a full-service law firm. Throughout its history it has provided cutting edge litigation and transactional legal services to the entertainment industry, including in intellectual property, financing, mergers and acquisitions, and securities matters. MSK’s Entertainment and its Labor and Employment attorneys have been recognized nationally for their achievements. The firm is also pleased to have been recognized as one of the best mid-sized companies to work for in California. Website: www.msk.com.

MEET THE GIGANTIC BUG-CRUSHING MECHS OF DRONE TACTICS

Get to know a few mecha insecta with new unit profiles from Drone Tactics, Atlus' upcoming strategy RPG for Nintendo DS. These elite (yet surprisingly colorful) combat vehicles will aid players in the battle for Cimexus this May.

Drone Tactics is currently scheduled to release on May 13th. For more about the game, please visit http://www.atlus.com/dronetactics/.

UBISOFT ANNOUNCES SILENT HUNTER®: WOLVES OF THE PACIFIC U-BOAT MISSIONS NOW AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD ON UBI.COM(TM) AND DIRECT2DRIVE.COM

Add-on to PC Gamer's 2007 Sim Game of the Year Includes German Campaign

SAN FRANCISCO –March 24, 2008 – Today Ubisoft, one of the world's largest video game publishers, announced that Silent Hunter®: Wolves of the Pacific U-Boat Missions, an add-on to the critically acclaimed Silent Hunter: Wolves of the Pacific submarine simulation, is available for direct download from Ubi.com and direct2drive.com. Developed by Ubisoft Romania, the add-on will allow players to prowl the Pacific Theater during WWII as the captain of a German submarine. U-Boat Missions offers players a variety of new features and content including an entirely fresh and innovative strategic element, new playable submarines, an improved navigation map, improved upgrade system, and more. Silent Hunter: Wolves of the Pacific U-Boat Missions is rated "T” for Teen and has an MSRP of $9.95.

Key Features: • German Campaign in the Indian Ocean: The new campaign spans from July 1943 until end of war, in May 1945. Players will operate from such far-off Japanese naval bases as Penang, Singapore, Jakarta and Surabaya. • Strategic Warfare: As the player rises in rank and experience he gains access to new strategic resources, such as recon aircraft that track down enemy shipping and even battle groups that can help wipe out superior enemy forces. • New Playable Submarines: Take to the seas in the long-range Type IX-D2 U-boat and the revolutionary Walther propulsion type XVIII U-boat. Learn the strengths and weaknesses of these boats and how you can overcome even elite, late-war Allied destroyers with high-speed hit-and-run attacks. • Heroes: Based on actual historical figures, new crewmembers add a number of special abilities that can change the fate of battle and save the ship when the time is right, as well as adding historical color to the game.

A free mission is also available for download from Fileplanet.com. The mission, Tokyo Express, is a race against the clock to intercept a Japanese supply convoy on its way to the Solomon Islands.

About Silent Hunter: Wolves of the Pacific: Developed by Ubisoft's studio in Romania and named PC Gamer's 2007 Sim Game of the Year, Silent Hunter: Wolves of the Pacific takes players to the depths of the Pacific Ocean as the skipper of a WWII American submarine. Immersed in this intense environment with the help of amazing graphics and sound, players will engage in massive battles with enemy units, manage and evolve an entire submarine crew, and earn promotions and commendations to ensure victory in the Pacific.

OPERATION DARKNESS WEBSITE GOES LIVE, NEW SCREENS AND VIDEOS RELEASED

Atlus today unveiled the official website for Operation Darkness, a WWII Fantasy/Strategy RPG for the Xbox 360(TM). Celebrating the launch, Atlus has also released a slew of screenshots and videos featuring the main characters of Operation Darkness.

Visit the official Operation Darkness website at: http://www.atlus.com/operationdarkness

Operation Darkness is currently scheduled for release on June 24th.

SUMTHING ELSE MUSIC WORKS ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF THE BLUE DRAGON ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK FROM THE XBOX 360 VIDEO GAME

Original Music by Final Fantasy Composer Nobuo Uematsu

New York – March 25th, 2008 – Sumthing Else Music Works, Inc., through its licensing relationship with Mistwalker proudly presents Blue Dragon Original Soundtrack. The 2 disc soundtrack album is now available at US retail outlets through Nile Rodgers’ Sumthing Else Music Works label www.sumthing.com and digital download service www.sumthingdigital.com and will also be released on iTunes.

Blue Dragon is created exclusively for the Xbox 360 by famed game producer Hironobu Sakaguchi of Mistwalker game studio. Featuring the character design of Akira Toriyama, who designed Dragon Ball Z, and music by Nobuo Uematsu, the composer for Final Fantasy, Blue Dragon is an epic role-playing game (RPG) centered on a young boy named Shu and several of his friends. These unlikely heroes possess the power to control phantom shadows that mirror the actions of their masters, giving Shu and his comrades miraculous strength and magical powers.

Taking full advantage of the power of Xbox 360, Blue Dragon engages players in a world and characters that are brought to life with vibrant colors and detail, from Shu's wild hair to his martial arts-style garb, conveying the beautiful simplicity and sense of adventure found in this truly next-generation RPG. For more information on the game, visit www.xbox.com/bluedragon.

About Mistwalker Mistwalker is a creative company founded by Hironobu Sakaguchi, the original developer of Final Fantasy. Operated by a handful of experts, the direction of Mistwalker is influenced by Sakaguchi's extensive industry experience.

About Sumthing Else Music Works, Inc. Since its creation in the late 1990’s by the world-renowned song writer, musician and record producer, Nile Rodgers, Sumthing Else Music Works has become the acknowledged industry leader in licensing and distributing video game soundtracks. Possessing full in-house services worldwide, from creation of original video game soundtracks through physical distribution, Sumthing is partnered with the world’s leading video game developers and publishers including BioWare, Bungie Studios, Capcom, Crytek, Eidos Interactive, Epic Games, Microsoft, Mistwalker, Rare, Sony Computer Entertainment and Ubisoft. Their catalogue of titles includes the best selling video game soundtrack of all time, Halo 2: Volume One, as well as award-winning titles Crysis, Advent Rising, Fable, Gears of War, Halo: Combat Evolved, Halo 2 Volume Two, Halo 3, Hitman: Contracts, Hitman: Blood Money, Jade Empire, Kameo: Elements of Power, Mass Effect, Red Steel, Unreal Tournament 3 and many others.

For Sumthing’s full catalogue please visit www.sumthing.com and their digital download service at www.sumthingdigital.com.

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> March 24, 2008

> March 24, 2008

TiQal added to Xbox Live
Super R-Type attacks Wii
EA's The Sims 3 unveiled

TiQal available this Wednesday on XBLA!

“TiQal,” a new challenge sure to delight fans of the puzzle game genre, is launching on Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (1:00 a.m. PDT).

With graphics inspired by the ancient Mayan culture, “TiQal” takes players on an epic journey to save the village of the same name. Players must demolish enemy block walls by matching squares of the same color and building them up to unleash massive combo points and mind-blowing power-ups.

“TiQal” features 120 levels of easy to learn, yet difficult to master gameplay and 14 formidable power-ups, as well as multiplayer support for up to two players. Partner with a friend in the same room or via Xbox LIVE in co-op mode to rescue the village. Players will also enjoy sumptuous graphics and sound effects, as well as an impressive musical score.

Developed by Slapdash Games, “TiQal” will be available worldwide for 800 Microsoft Points and is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB. For more details on “TiQal” please visit:

Additionally, “Switchball,” TeamXbox.com’s downloadable game of the year for 2007, will be re-released on Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday with a free update that delivers enhanced graphics for a smoother gameplay experience and the possibility of even higher scores! For more details on “Switchball." please visit Xbox.com

Spelunker and SUPER R-TYPE Now Available on Wii Shop Channel!

Are you afraid of the dark? If so, this is a great week to face your fears with a pair of eerie new game offerings on Nintendo’s Virtual Console. One will plunge you deep underground to navigate perilous caves, while the other puts you on the front lines of a darkly sinister space war. In either case, your frights will give way to serious fun.

Nintendo adds new games to the Wii Shop Channel at 9 a.m. Pacific time every Monday. Wii owners with a high-speed Internet connection can redeem Wii Points to download the games. Wii Points can be purchased in the Wii Shop Channel or at retail outlets. This week’s new games are: Spelunker (NES, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone, 500 Wii Points): Wander through miles of uncharted caves in search of the legendary underground pyramid and its vast treasures. To complete your adventure, you will swing from ropes and ladders, run across unstable terrain and down ravines, operate elevators, mining carts and rafts. You will collect keys, bombs, flares, jewels, sacks of gold coins and other valuable items as you navigate the hazardous terrain. But beware of the scalding steam vents, poisonous bats and the avenging spirits of dead spelunkers that lurk in every corner of this massive underground labyrinth.

SUPER R-TYPE (Super NES, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone — Mild Fantasy Violence, 800 Wii Points): A galactic battle begins. The BYDO Empire of mutant extraterrestrials is back with evil intent and awesome power. Now the evil empire is poised to launch a new attack on Earth. Only the revolutionary R-9, the planet’s most advanced form of defense, stands between these monsters and doom. Fight through seven challenging stages—picking up power-up items as you progress—on the way to each stage’s memorable boss. Is the BYDO Empire invincible? You’ll need lightning reflexes, intuitive moves and a big dose of cosmic luck to hold your own. Better prepare yourself, because the mutants “R” ready for you. For more information about Wii, please visit wii.com. Click here for a list of games available on Virtual Console.

EA REVEALS FIRST DETAILS OF NEXT-GENERATION FLAGSHIP PC GAME,
THE SIMS 3, COMING IN 2009

The Sims 3 Gives You Complete Freedom Inspiring You With Endless Creative Possibilities
REDWOOD CITY, CA — March 19, 2008—Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) announced today the first details on one of interactive entertainment’s most anticipated games, The Sims™ 3. Featuring a brand new engine that has been in development for nearly three years, The Sims 3 allows you to immerse your unique Sims in an open living neighborhood right outside their door. The initial feature-set unveiled includes the new seamless, open neighborhood, new Create A Sim, new realistic personalities and new unlimited customization. The Sims 3 will launch globally in 2009.
The Sims franchise has long been recognized for its appeal to a universal audience, both male and female, and at any age. Its broad appeal and loyal The Sims community has vaulted the franchise to an impressive 98 million games sold around the world and translated into 22 different languages. Celebrated for its creativity, humor, and community, The Sims franchise has become a global and cultural phenomenon since its inception in 2000.

Now, The Sims 3 is being designed to be the next-generation flagship game from The Sims Label.
“In The Sims 3, Sims can go beyond the boundaries of their home lot, and immerse themselves in an open, living neighborhood, interacting with other Sims using our new deeper personality system,” said Rod Humble, Head of The Sims Studio. “It is this type of open-ended gameplay that inspires endless creative possibilities. In addition the new goals and rewards systems will give players of all kinds from core gamers to storytellers the ability to enjoy long-term gameplay.”

New Seamless, Open Neighborhood—Explore the Neighborhood Freely.

See the sights with your Sims! The new seamless neighborhood architecture allows your Sims to roam freely around the neighborhood and visit their loved one and friends—or foes. Discovering other Sims homes and families, traveling around to new locations like City Hall or the local park will create a whole new way of life for your Sims. Storytelling options will multiply as your Sims stroll downtown to meet new acquaintances, head across town for lunch, spy on their neighbors and bump into the boss when they least expect it.

New Create A Sim—Create Any Sim You Can Imagine.

In addition to the open, living neighborhood, the all-new Create-a-Sim interface will feature easy-to-use design tools that allow you to make truly detailed Sims that are more realistic than ever. Create-a-Sim gives you the incredible freedom to customize just about any Sim you can imagine. From thin to full-figured to muscular—everything in between and even the extreme! In addition to determining your Sims body shape and size, you will also be able to fine-tune every feature on their faces, customize their hair style and select their skin tone, all from a vast selection of options. With so many choices to choose from, it is fun to create more realistic characters that look like you, someone you want to look like, or even a famous personality.

New Realistic Personalities—Every Sim Is A Unique Person, With A Distinct Personality

With the innovative and proprietary Realistic Personality System in The Sims 3, you can attribute each character with five distinct personality traits, helping shape your Sims behavior and how they interact with others and their surroundings. This new system will empower you to create extremely complex and diverse in-game personalities. Will you create the nosy, inappropriate, kleptomaniac grandmother who loves to meddle in other people’s business? Or the commitment-phobic, hot-headed punk rocker whose rude nature and childish disposition keeps him from scoring a date? In The Sims 3, Sims will go beyond the basic set of day-to-day needs to be distinct individuals with multifaceted personalities, who can focus both on short-term opportunities and long-term goals. With a wide selection of personality traits to mix and match, more than 700 million combinations of Sims await. You never know who’ll meet in The Sims 3!

New Unlimited Customization—Everyone Can Customize Everything!

New and accessible creativity tools in The Sims 3 make it simple for anyone to customize anything, anywhere! From floors to flowers, fashions to sofas, wallpaper to window shades and more, The Sims 3 gives you all the flexibility and options you need to be the architect of your dream house or
explore your interior design skills to outfit your ultimate home. Your Sims can make home an ultra-deluxe mansion, a cool bachelor pad, family’s dream home or charming cottage. The choice is yours in The Sims 3.

”The new engine and technologies in The Sims 3 are designed to unleash the player’s imagination with realistic looking Sims who have distinct personalities and a seamless living neighborhood for them to discover,” added Ben Bell, Executive Producer on The Sims 3. “Players are going to be thrilled by the level of realism in The Sims 3!”
For more information visit www.TheSims3.com.

Product Specifications
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Developer: Electronic Arts Redwood Shores
Ship Date: U.S., Europe and Asia: 2009
Platform: PC
Category: Simulation/Strategy
ESRB Rating: RP (Rating Pending)
PEGI Rating: RP (Rating Pending)

About The Sims
The Sims franchise celebrates an impressive 98 million units sold since its inception with The Sims launch in February 2000. Now translated into 22 different languages, The Sims franchise has quickly become a universal gaming and cultural phenomenon. For the latest information about The Sims franchise, please visit http://www.thesims.com. To check out the hottest The Sims 2 creations made by our community members, please visit http://www.thesims2.com. To stay up-to-date on the hottest The Sims 3 news and information, check out http://www.thesims3.com.

About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is the world's leading interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, cellular handsets and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EA SPORTS™, EA™, EA SPORTS BIG™ and POGO™. In fiscal 2007, EA posted revenue of $3.09 billion and had 24 titles that sold more than one million copies.

> March 21, 2008

Hot Shots Golf swings for PS3
Persona 3 webisodes ready
Tom Clancy's Endwar begins
PS3 adding Blu-Ray features

PLAYSTATION(R)3 To Support New Interactive Blu-ray Movie Features (BD-LIVE) With Upcoming System Software Update

PS3(TM) Owners Will Soon Enjoy Downloadable Movie Content, Games And More With Blu-ray Disc(TM) Profile 2.0; PS3's Interoperability With PSP(R) Will Also Be Enhanced

FOSTER CITY, Calif., March 20 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA) today announced that the next system software update for PLAYSTATION(R)3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system, slated for release in late March, will add Blu-ray Disc(TM) (BD) Profile 2.0 or BD-LIVE, enabling PS3 owners to experience interactive features, such as downloadable video content, ringtones, games, and more. In addition to BD-LIVE, the system software update (v. 2.20) will enable photo and music playlists on PS3 to be copied to PSP(R)(PlayStation(R)Portable) handheld entertainment system, among other new features. These updates demonstrate how PS3 continues to evolve as a home entertainment hub with the flexibility to deliver the newest technology innovations that benefit PS3 owners. "With Blu-ray established as the high-definition optical disc standard, more consumers are ready to jump in and take advantage of everything the format offers," said Scott A. Steinberg, vice president, product marketing, SCEA. "Whether you want to download movie extras, send ringtones to your phone, or play interactive games, BD-LIVE will offer exciting new ways to enjoy a Blu-ray movie. With these regular firmware updates and future-proofed technology, SCEA is making the 10-year lifecycle of PS3 possible." BD Profile 2.0 requires an Internet connection and at least 1GB of local storage. The following features have all been demonstrated as possibilities with BD-Live and will vary by movie title.

-- A variety of downloadable content can be offered, including bonus scenes, shorts, trailers, subtitles, ringtones that can be sent to mobile phones, images, and more. -- Interactive movie-based games can pit players who are sitting in the same room, or are across the world and online, against each other.

In conjunction with the PS3 firmware update, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment (SPHE) is pleased to announce two BD-LIVE enabled titles to be released on April 8 - Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story and The 6th Day. Both titles will include exclusive downloadable content that goes beyond what is available on the actual Blu-ray discs. These initial releases preview some of the exciting new developments that will soon be available from BD-LIVE on Blu- ray disc. Beyond BD-LIVE, the new system software update enhances PS3 system's interoperability with PSP system, enabling users to take their favorite music and photo playlists with them on-the-go with their PSP. To copy a playlist, PSP and PS3 must first be connected with a USB cable, and the PSP must be in USB mode. Then, on PS3, select "Copy" in the option menu of each music or photo playlist, and choose PSP as the destination. Now the playlist order, and the songs or photos themselves, will be accessible on the PSP's Memory Stick PRO Duo anytime, anywhere. This new functionality makes it easer than ever to share media content between the two systems.

The following new features will also be included in the system software update.

-- "Resume play" will enable PS3 system to start playing a Blu-ray disc and DVD at the point it was stopped, even if the disc had been removed.(*1) -- "Audio Output Device" will be a new Remote Play setting, enabling PSP to serve as a remote control for music played through PS3. -- PS3 system's Internet browser will be enhanced: Video files directly linked from a Web page will be able to be streamed, and the browser's view speed will be improved. -- DivX and WMV format videos that are larger than 2GB will be playable. -- "Mosquito Noise Reduction" will be added as an AV setting in the control panel of the DVD/BD player for improved movie playback.(*2)

*1 BD-J format disc is not supported. *2 BD discs recorded with BDMV format are not supported.

About PS3 and PSP System Software Updates PS3 and PSP systems were designed to continually evolve with regular system software updates that deliver new features. There's no additional investment required from consumers, who simply update their systems and can immediately enjoy the benefits of the added functionality. This process lengthens the lifecycle of PS3 and PSP, and consumers no longer have to worry about their hardware becoming outdated or missing out on exciting new capabilities. SCEA will continue to release system software updates on an ongoing basis. For further details and instructions on how to update the PS3 and PSP system software, please visit us.playstation.com.

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, 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.

"PlayStation," "PLAYSTATION," "PSP," "PS one" are registered trademarks and "PS3" and "XMB" are trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Ubisoft Releases First In-Game Footage for Tom Clancy's EndWar

"I know not with what weapons World War III will be fought, but World War IV will be fought with sticks and stones.”

- Albert Einstein

2011 - 2014. The world enjoys an unprecedented era of peace as enhanced defense technology eliminates the threat of nuclear war. But can it last?

2020. Constant depletion of resources has international tensions at a breaking point. One spark will ignite what no one thought could happen….a third and final world war.

Introducing Tom Clancy's EndWar, the first new Clancy I.P. since the highly acclaimed Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell launched in 2002. EndWar will bring World War III to life in a way only Clancy can.

True to the Tom Clancy's video games' tradition of innovation and excellence, Tom Clancy's EndWar is an all-new breed of strategy game. Designed from the ground up for consoles, it is a fusion of next-gen. technology, superior design, and top-notch production values.

PERSONA 3 FES WEBISODES NOW AVAILABLE

Journey into the world of Persona 3 FES as Atlus reveals webisodes from the upcoming PlayStation 2 RPG. In the clips, the Specialized Extracurricular Execution Squad (S.E.E.S.) attempts to unravel a conundrum that has the team repeating the same day over and over.

Persona 3 FES is scheduled for release April 22nd.

About Atlus U.S.A., Inc. Located in Irvine, California and founded in 1991, Atlus U.S.A., Inc. is a publisher of compelling video games for a variety of platforms, including Nintendo DS(TM), PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) system, Wii(TM), Xbox 360(TM), and PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system. The Atlus library of critically acclaimed video games includes Odin Sphere, Trauma Center series, Magna Carta: Tears of Blood, and the award-winning Shin Megami Tensei series. For more information, visit http://www.atlus.com.

Hot Shots Golf: Out of Bounds Available Exclusively for the PLAYSTATIONR3

“FORRRRRE!” This spring, take a few swings through the wacky greens of Hot Shots Golf: Out of Bounds for the PLAYSTATION®3 (PS3™). Hitting store shelves this week, Hot Shots Golf: Out of Bounds allows golfers and gamers alike to tee-off on the PS3 for the first time, featuring deep multiplayer online action, high definition graphics, customizable characters, and larger courses showcasing beautiful and unique environments.

In this latest installment of the popular golf franchise, players have the opportunity to bring their best game to the online links and compete against golfers from around the world in extensive online tournaments of up to 50 players or participate in smaller, more intimate online matches of up to eight players. Players can compare skills in various categories against the top spots on the leaderboard with the game’s robust stat tracking system. Additionally, with the brand new Hot Shots Golf online lobby, players can create custom avatars and chat with fellow golfers before joining a game.

Hot Shots Golf: Out of Bounds offers an entirely new element of control by introducing an Advanced Shot mechanic that focuses on the player’s swing instead of a power meter. Hot Shots Golf: Out of Bounds also features larger playable courses and more expansive environments, allowing players to strategize against their opponents by hitting their ball into other fairways as a shortcut. With more than 15 fully customizable golfers and caddies, new wacky courses delivering pitch-and-putt par three layouts to challenging par five holes, and a wealth of online features including extensive stat tracking, Hot Shots Golf: Out of Bounds promises to enter next-generation gaming strokes ahead of the competition.

> March 20, 2008

THQ titles on GamersGate
Dreamfall joins Xbox Live
Gamestop previews COD 4 maps
Imagine Rock Star revealed
Ubisoft buys Tom Clancy brand

UBISOFT ACQUIRES THE TOM CLANCY NAME FOR VIDEO GAMES, RELATED BOOKS, MOVIES AND MERCHANDISING

SAN FRANCISCO – March 20, 2008 – Today, Ubisoft, one of the world's largest video game publishers, announces that it has concluded an agreement with Mr. Tom Clancy to acquire all intellectual property rights to the Tom Clancy name, on a perpetual basis and free of all related future royalty payments, for use in video games and ancillary products including related books, movies and merchandising products.

The price of this all cash acquisition is not currently disclosed. Post acquisition, Ubisoft expects to have a net cash position of around 130 million Euros by the end of fiscal 2007-08, compared to a previous expectation of approximately 150 million Euros. Additional payments will be made as well in fiscal 2008-09 and fiscal 2009-10.

On the basis of past performance of Tom Clancy branded video games, and excluding any potential contribution coming from sales of ancillary products, the royalty savings generated by this acquisition are estimated to have an average positive impact on Ubisoft's operating income of a minimum of 5 million Euros per year.

"After ten years of a highly successful collaboration which has seen the creation of blockbusters that set standards in the videogame industry, such as Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell, Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six, today, acquiring the perpetual property rights of the Tom Clancy name for video games and related projects is a major event,” stated Yves Guillemot, Chief Executive Officer at Ubisoft. "The future of our industry lies in our capacity to create and develop brands that captivate consumers and that present a myriad of opportunities for the full spectrum of entertainment, be it video games, books, movies or other media. The Tom Clancy brand is recognized around the world for offering exciting video games, films and books. The most recent example of such value creation through brand management is the EndWar book, based on the video game story, which has been in the NY Times top 10 Paperback Mass Market Fiction bestseller list for the last four weeks. Capitalizing on the strong franchises that we've built over the past 10 years, we will take the Tom Clancy game brand to the next level of the global entertainment industry."

CONFERENCE CALL DETAILS The management of Ubisoft will host a conference call today at 6:15PM (Paris Local Time) to discuss this announcement. An audio web cast will be available live & replay until March 20, 2009 at www.ubisoftgroup.com/ir

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 24 countries and sales in 55 countries around the globe. It is committed to delivering high-quality, cutting-edge video game titles to consumers. For the 2007-08 fiscal year Ubisoft forecasts generated sales of 875 million Euros. To learn more, please visit www.ubisoftgroup.com

UBISOFT ANNOUNCES IMAGINE(TM) ROCK STAR FOR NINTENDO DS(TM)

Highly Successful Imagine Video Game Series for Young Girls Expands

SAN FRANCISCO – March 20, 2008 – Today Ubisoft, one of the world's largest video game publishers, announced the newest game to launch within its highly successful Imagine(TM) video game series: Imagine(TM) Rock Star. The Imagine line, part of Ubisoft's Games for Everyone division, is the first-ever dedicated brand of video games that allows girls ages 6 to 14 to explore their favorite interests and hobbies in an interactive and entertaining way.

Since the launch of the new franchise, Imagine sales have exceeded expectations with more than three million units sold globally. Following the successful launches of Imagine Figure Skater, Imagine Fashion Designer, Imagine Animal Doctor, Imagine Master Chef and Imagine Babyz, Imagine Rock Star is the sixth game in the Imagine line-up and will be available in June 2008, allowing young players to form their dream band, climb the charts and become music legends.

"Ubisoft has established itself as the leading publisher for girls and we are extremely pleased with the success of the first series of Imagine games,” said Tony Key, senior vice president of marketing and sales at Ubisoft. "By allowing them to play, create and dream of the possibilities, Imagine Rock Star strengthens Ubisoft's position in this category and provides more DS options for young girl gamers.”

Imagine Rock Star allows players to create a rock band and select who plays the drums, guitar, bass and piano. Each instrument has its own unique control using the Nintendo DS stylus. Players have the ability to customize the look of each band mate in order to become the most stylish rockers. Players can wirelessly jam with up to four of their friends, perform in concerts and earn money as the band works its way up the charts to the No. 1 spot to land its dream recording contract.

For more information about Imagine Rock Star and Imagine games, please visit http://imagine.us.ubi.com and www.ubi.com.

© 2007 Ubisoft Entertainment. © 2007 Lexis Numérique. © 2007 MTO Inc. All Rights Reserved. Imagine Animal Doctor and Imagine Fashion Designer published and distributed by Ubisoft Entertainment under exclusive license from Lexis Numérique. Imagine Master Chef published and distributed by Ubisoft Entertainment under license from MTO. Babyz, Imagine, Petz, Ubisoft, Ubi.com and the Ubisoft logo are trademarks of Ubisoft Entertainment in the U.S. and/or other countries. Nintendo DS is a trademark of Nintendo. © 2004 Nintendo.

CALL OF DUTY 4: MODERN WARFAR GAME OF THE YEAR EDITION FOR XBOX 360 ENLISTS FOR BATTLE

GameStop to Host First to Play “Variety Map Pack Challenge” Sneak Peak of New Multiplayer Maps Featured in Upcoming Release

Santa Monica, CA – March 20, 2008 – Recruits and soldiers alike, get the Battle-Dress Uniforms ready, Activision, Inc., (Nasdaq: ATVI) and Infinity Ward are planning a new offensive with Call of Duty® 4: Modern Warfare™ Game of the Year Edition. Scheduled for release at all retailers nationwide in April, Call of Duty® 4: Modern Warfare™ Game of the Year Edition will feature a token to download the Variety Map Pack, a series of four new multiplayer maps exclusively for Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. The Variety Map Pack will also be available for purchase on Xbox LIVE® Marketplace in April, arming gamers with multiple ways to experience the newest multiplayer action from the blockbuster hit title.

As an early sneak peak on March 28, GameStop Corp. (NYSE:GME), the world's largest video game and entertainment software retailer, will host the Variety Map Pack Challenge at two exclusive preview events, one in New York City and the other in San Jose, Calif., for gamers to be among the first in the world to play the new maps on Xbox 360 and meet members of the Infinity Ward team. The first 100 guests at each location will receive a free token to download the Variety Map Pack upon release, and the first 200 contestants will compete for prizing, including Gamestop gift cards.

Once released, the new downloadable Variety Map Pack for Xbox 360 will be available for download on Xbox LIVE Marketplace exclusively for 21 days.

The worldwide best-selling game in units of 2007, according to The NPD Group, Chart Track and The GFK Group, and winner of more than 50 editors’ choice and game of the year honors, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare is rated “M” (Mature) by the ESRB for Intense Violence, Strong Language, Blood and Gore.

For more information on Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare Game of the Year Edition and the Variety Map Pack Challenge, go to: www.charlieoscardelta.com or www.gamestop.com/playcod4.

About Activision

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. Founded in 1979, Activision posted net revenues of $1.5 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2007.

Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan and South Korea. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's World Wide Web site, which is located at www.activision.com.

About GameStop Corp.

Headquartered in Grapevine, TX, GameStop Corp. is the world's largest video game and entertainment software retailer. The company operates 5,264 retail stores in 16 countries worldwide. The company also operates two e-commerce sites, GameStop.com and EBgames.com, and publishes Game Informer(R) magazine, a leading multi-platform video game publication. GameStop Corp. sells new and used video game software, hardware and accessories for video game systems from Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft. In addition, the company sells PC entertainment software, related accessories and other merchandise. General information on GameStop Corp. can be obtained at the company's corporate website: http://www.gamestopcorp.com.

Starting next Monday, March 24, you can download the Xbox Original game Dreamfall: Game of the Year Edition, to play on your Xbox 360.

Xbox Originals on Xbox LIVE Marketplace brings you original Xbox games to play on your Xbox 360. Relive your favorites or find games you missed the first time around.

Dreamfall: Game of the Year Edition Funcom ESRB M (Mature - for Blood, Strong Language, Suggestive Themes, and Violence) 1200 Microsoft Points (Available only in US, Canada, Switzerland, Germany, France, Netherlands, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, India, Australia, New Zealand) Dreamfall on Xbox.com

Dreamfall: Game of the Year Edition, winner of multiple E3 awards as the best game in its genre, is the continuation of a saga that began with the award-winning The Longest Journey. In Dreamfall, prepare for an epic journey of exploration and adventure as you venture through a thrilling and emotional story line.

Dreamfall features a fully interactive world where beautiful music, stunning graphics, fascinating characters, and unparalleled gameplay variety promises to bring the adventure genre into a new era. Prepare for a spiritual, fantastic, and powerful gaming experience.

Unparalleled variety: Use your brains or your brawn—sneak, fight, or talk your way through the many challenges the game offers. Be polite or rude, threaten or sweet talk—in Dreamfall you make the choice, resulting in a game where you never quite know what to expect next. Three characters: Experience the story from three separate perspectives, and learn how their destinies blend together in an epic finale. Each character has unique abilities and world views, giving you constant gameplay variations. Three worlds: Dreamfall spans three beautifully realized worlds, multiple chapters, and a stunning number of detailed locations. Travel across a futuristic version of our earth, journey into a magical fantasy realm, and unravel the mysteries of the Winter. Unique interaction: Bridging the gap between the classic "point and click" adventure game (where you could click on any given point at the screen) and the action adventure (where you need to move up to an object to interact with it), Dreamfall introduces the brand new focus field feature. In this easy-to-use context-sensitive interface, scan your entire visible environment as seen by the characters, and use it to get information on far away objects and trigger remote gameplay opportunities. Thrilling story line: Dreamfall delivers a mature and compelling story line that mixes the futuristic, fantastic, and spiritual with a tale of murder, deceit, and a conspiracy threatening our very existence. Bringing the classic adventure game into the world of the modern action game, Dreamfall is a rare and special story experience. Stunning sounds: Listen to an emotional and epic soundtrack in 7.1 Surround Sound. Hear gripping voices as recorded by more than 50 professional actors, and enjoy soundscapes bringing you to the edge of your seat. The MTV nominated soundtrack brings you an emotional and epic musical journey in 5.1 surround sound. Wide-ranging appeal: With its cinematic approach, believable characters, mature story line, and easy-to-grasp interface, Dreamfall is a game that any mature gamer can pick up and enjoy, regardless of their gaming background. Awards: “Dreamfall received a tremendous amount of awards and award nominations when it was released, including major awards from the likes of IGN, Gamespot and Gamespy. The readers of Gamespot heralded Dreamfall with their Readers Choice Award as the “Best Xbox Game of the Year.”

Warhammer® 40,000TM: Dawn of War® – SoulstormTMand Juiced 2: Hot Import Nights live on GamersGate

Leading PC digital distribution platform GamersGate announced today that Warhammer® 40,000™: Dawn of War® – Soulstorm™ and Juiced 2: Hot Import Nights for PC are available for direct download on http://www.gamersgate.com.

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Soulstorm is the third and final expansion to the genre defining and critically acclaimed RTS, Dawn of War. In Soulstorm, two new armies are introduced, raising the total number of playable armies in Dawn of War to an unprecedented count of nine while also adding additional units to all existing factions. The revolutionary meta-game that was introduced in Dark Crusade is further expanded to an interplanetary scale, allowing players to battle across a star system. Combined with its sister products, Soulstorm makes Dawn of War the largest and most detailed RTS ever released.

Juiced 2: Hot Import Nights (HIN) evolves the current street racing scene, letting players experience the culture of the real-life HIN tour, the nation's largest lifestyle custom car show in an intense racing experience. Featuring track and drift racing at real-world locations around the globe, next-gen AI and unparalleled vehicle customization, Juiced 2: HIN brings street racing to life, allowing players to test their skills at live street racing events against a back-drop of DJs, models and musicians. Groundbreaking new features include addictive drift/powersliding races and "Driver DNA" that tracks gamers' personal driving traits. These profiles, along with the profiles of select celebrities will be available for download across all online gaming systems. Racing developer Juice Games has evolved the game-play that revolutionized online racing, giving players the power to create their car, assemble their crew and put it all on the line in intense pink slip and crew races. Gamers will also be able to bet cash on each event, bringing a gambling element to the game that greatly increases the importance of each race.

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