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Nintendo's New Wii Zapper Targets Fun

First Wii Game-Play Accessory Comes Packaged with Zelda Software

Nintendo announced today that the Wii Zapper interface for the hit Wii home video game system will come packed with Link's Crossbow Training. The software is based on the hugely popular Legend of Zelda series and provides a perfect demonstration of the way the Wii Zapper could be used in other games. The Wii Zapper casing houses both the motion-sensitive Wii Remote and Nunchuk controllers in a single unit for precision targeting. It goes on sale Nov. 19 at an MSRP of just $19.99.

“The Wii Zapper combines our remarkable controllers into one housing with a classic style reminiscent of arcade-style games,” says George Harrison, Nintendo of America's senior vice president of marketing and corporate communications. “Both veteran and first-time players will find it brings a whole new dimension to games where targeting is key and provides even more exciting game-play experiences.”

Link's Crossbow Training drops players into a world in the style of The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess. Players assume the identity of hero Link, who progresses through a series of tests to perfect his crossbow marksmanship. Start with stationary bull's-eyes and graduate to moving targets before defending Link against all kinds of enemies.

Third-party publishers have lined up to support the Wii Zapper. EA's Medal of Honor Heroes 2 lets players take World War II into their hands with the Wii Zapper. The game features an all-new Wii-exclusive Arcade Mode that offers accessibility to gamers of all skill levels, a full single-player campaign and support for up to 32 players in multiplayer. Capcom's Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles reveals the back story behind the fall of the Umbrella Corporation by exploring locations from Resident Evil 0, 1, 2 and 3, as well as new never-before-seen locations like Umbrella's stronghold. One or two players use the Wii Zapper to take aim against a horde of zombies in first-person perspective. SEGA's Ghost Squad lets players replicate the arcade light-gun experience at home with the Wii Zapper.

Remember that Wii features parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about this and other Wii features, visit Wii.com.

Prepare for Battle with Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition Console Launching Sept. 16

The battle may not begin until Sept. 25, but “Halo” fans can prepare for the epic fight with the release the Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition Console on Sept. 16 for an estimated retail price of $399.99 (U.S.).

Frags will be even sweeter with the Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition Console, which features an authentic Spartan green and gold finish and comes with matching Xbox 360 Wireless Controller, Xbox 360 20GB Hard Drive, Xbox 360 Headset, Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit, and exclusive Halo 3 Gamer Pics and Theme available via Xbox LIVE® download.

Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition Console will be available for a limited time and presale demand has been incredible. True Spartans shouldn’t wait to get their consoles.

The Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition Console will be the perfect addition to any “Halo” fan’s arsenal and pairs perfectly the recently released Xbox 360 Limited Edition Halo 3 Wireless Controllers and Xbox 360 Limited Edition Halo 3 Wireless Headset.

Created by legendary developer Bungie Studios and exclusive to the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system, “Halo 3” will set a new standard for interactive storytelling and social gaming by engaging consumers worldwide in Master Chief’s epic battle to save humankind. In November 2004, the world’s view of video games changed forever with the release of “Halo 2,” which generated a record-setting $125 million (U.S.) in sales within the first 24 hours and changed the way people think about interactive entertainment. Three years later, it remains the most-played game on Microsoft’s Xbox LIVE® online gaming and entertainment network, with nearly 1 billion hours of online gaming logged to date.

> September 13, 2007

Tournament offers new players cash
Project Gotham Racing 4 goes gold
PlayStation Store adds Hawk demo
Global MMO Festival starts matches
SNK adding classic Neo Geo to Wii

The Global MMO Game Festival Sets Off Its American, East Asia, and Korean Matches

Seoul Korea, 13th September - After the finale of its European match in Germany, the Game and Game World Championship 2007(GNGWC2007, www.gngwc.com) matches fired off in America, East Asia, and Korea.

KIPA(Korean IT Industry Promotion Agency), the host of GNGWC, announced the kickoff this year’s league in July with six official games – Bomb N Dash (www.bombndash.com), Navy Field (www.navyfield.com), Record of Lunia War(global.lunia.com), Silkroad Online (www.silkroadonline.net), Shot Online (shotonline.gamescampus.com), and War Rock (www.warrock.net). The European final rounds - the first GNGWC2007 match held at the Game Convention Europe - were successful with attracting more than 150,000 participants. Nine players from that finale were selected for the Grand Final to be held on December 1st in Seoul, Korea.

With this successful launch from European gamers, the world’s first MMO e-sports event sponsored by Korea Telecom, the biggiest telecom company in Korea, is now on the way to the American, Vietnam and Korean leagues. All six official games are going to host the match in America, and five games excluding Bomb N Dash will join the Korean league. Silkroad Online, Bomb N Dash, and War Rock will run their matches in the East Asia,.

The first regional match to be kicked off in September was the Korean League. Preliminary matches of Record of Lunia war, Shot Online, Silkroad Online, Navy Field will determine the players that will advance to the Korean Final match, scheduled to be held on 30th September during the Cyber Festival Show. War Rock, unlike other games, has been running its game league, and will pick up Korea representative players from this match. “The competition commence date will be announced by the end of September,” said the representative of Dreamexecution, developer studio of War Rock.

In the America league, War Rock is the first game that started the preliminary matches last week, and Navyfield will follow with its match being held from September 14th to October 7th. Shot Online, Bomb N Dash, and Record of Lunia War are going to start the preliminary matches next week, and SilkRoad Online is scheduled to start the preliminary match on Oct 1st . Each game will pick certain players to go to the final match which will be held on October 20th in Los Angeles at the “LA PC Café”.

Registration for the East Asia match has already begun and hundreds of players from Bomb N Dash, and Silkroad Online are signing up. Since among young people in Vietnam online gaming is one of the most popular entertainments, their interest toward this MMO festival is quite high. The final East Asia match will be held on 13th October in Hochiminh, Vietnam.

The final winners of each country will be selected to participate in the grand final match held on December 1st in Seoul, Korea, and a digital camera, MP3 player, and DVD player will be provided to the 2nd and 3rd place winners of each regional match. Furthermore, the 1st place winner of the Grand Final on Dec 1st in Seoul will be awarded $5,000, $3,000 for the 2nd place, and $1,000 for the 3rd place. In addition, a Korean tour program is in the works to be held during this grand final period too, KIPA said.

About GNGWC(Game and Game World Championship)

GNGWC is an international game competition which began in 2006 by KIPA in order to promote Korean online games throughout the World. Last year, 1,070,000 gamers from 5 regions including Korea, Europe, Southeast Asia, Japan, America took participation in competing in 3 Korean games, ‘Silkroad Online’, ‘Gunbound’, and ‘Shot Online’. With the success from previous year, the event is planned to continue in the future.

About KIPA

KIPA(Korea IT Industry Promotion Agency) was established in 1998 by the Ministry of Information and Communication as a non-profit organization. Its role is to contribute to the globalization of the Korea information technology industry, support start-up software companies, and improve the quality of Korea’s software the industry’s productivity through process improvement efforts. “Global Service Platform" initiative, which is also known as “game&game” and “Game and Game World Championship”, is an part of its global marketing support program for the information technology industry.

About Levelup Communications Levelup Communications is an agency focused on supporting the marketing and publicity initiatives of companies involved within the game industry. The agency offers a suite of services, including public relations, advertising, promotions, branding and business development. Visit http://www.lvlupcommunications.com/ for more information about Levelup Communications.

TOURNAMENT.COM WANTS YOU TO FRAG-A-FRIEND

New Referral Program Awards Players With Money For New Sign-Ups

Norwich, U.K. - September 13, 2007 - Tournament.com, a pioneer in licensed online PC gaming competition that allows gamers from around the world to win money facing off against one another in their favorite games over the Internet, today announced the launch of their "Frag-A-Friend" program. The new campaign awards Tournament.com players with bonus cash for referring friends and players to the service.

Players eager to start turning their friends into bonus cash need only refer them to Tournament.com. For every referred friend that creates a Tournament.com account, the referring player will receive $5 in bonus cash. If those friends then go on to deposit cash in the system, the referring player receives an additional $10 dollars that can be cashed out or left in the system. The amount of bonus cash that can be received is unlimited, giving players the ultimate incentive to refer their friends and get fragging.

"At Tournament.com, the players are the driving force behind the most compelling and competitive online multiplayer experience around," said Richard Skelhorn, Director of Tournament.com. "Giving those players not only the ability to bring their friends into the fold, but also to be awarded bonus cash for doing so, is our way to give back to the player community and remain dedicated to keeping competition at Tournament.com as robust as ever."

Tournament.com offers players the chance to win money based on their skills in Half-Life 2: Deathmatch, Counter-Strike: Source, and soon, Day of Defeat: Source. To ensure the most secure environment possible, Tournament.com allows users to stake no more than $10 per match and deposit a maximum of $150 in their account each month. The service also provides a ranking system that allows players to view other users' skill levels, and a handicap system to allow players of all levels to play against one another. To use the service, all players must be 18 or older, which Tournament.com enforces with special age verification software that is presented to all players upon installation of the client. To sign up for the service and for more information, please visit www.tournament.com.

About Tournament.com Based in Norwich, U.K., and founded in 2006, Tournament.com is a pioneer in licensed online PC gaming competition. Tournament.com is the first company to offer players a safe and secure platform to compete in leading competitive online games for money. With a strong technology infrastructure that ensures fairness and match fidelity, Tournament.com offers the best player versus player experience available.

SNK to Release Classic NEOGEO Arcade Games on Wii(tm) Virtual Console(tm) 

Wall, NJ - Sep 12, 2007 SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION, the U.S. publishing arm of the SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION, today announced that the Company will release several of their greatest NEOGEO arcade games via the Virtual Console(tm) feature on Wii(tm). Wii owners with a high-speed Internet connection can redeem Wii Points(tm) to download these classic games through the Wii Shop Channel. D4Enterprise, Inc., headquartered in Tokyo, will manage the release of the titles.

Key NEOGEO titles will include "Fatal Fury," "World Heroes," and "Art of Fighting." Each title is expected to cost 900 Wii Points. More titles will follow over the coming months

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

Racing For The Gold! “Project Gotham Racing 4” Goes Gold

New game web site launches as the latest installment of the legendary racing series gets set to release exclusively on Xbox 360 on Oct. 2

Microsoft Game Studios and Bizarre Creations today announced that “Project Gotham Racing 4” (“PGR 4”), the latest installment of the best-selling and award-winning racing franchise, has been released to manufacturing. The team also confirmed that the game’s new web site is up and running. Fans can now visit http://www.pgrnations.com for all the latest news, features and updates from the “PGR” universe and the team at Bizarre.

Set to redefine the experience “PGR” fans have come to know and love, “PGR 4” is set to race onto store shelves on Oct. 2. Featuring a unique, exciting racing experience where dramatic racing action is captured in breathtaking cinematic style, “PGR 4” is sure to capture the attention of racing fans everywhere. The all new addition of motorcycles adds a new dimension to the “PGR” driving experience by allowing gamers to compete and pull off amazing driving maneuvers not possible on four wheels.

The official “PGR 4” web site at http://www.pgrnations.com contains the most recent news and updates in the Project Gotham universe. Currently, the web site is the home to the game’s full robust vehicles list, including models from the world’s top car and motorcycle manufacturers, as well as the official Achievements list. The site will be continually updated to give fans a true home base with all the “PGR 4” information and content they’re looking for.

From the inspired minds at Bizarre Creations, “PGR 4” offers franchise fans and new players alike exciting new ways to race over Xbox LIVE. “PGR 4” allows drivers to build a global racing community through team-oriented gameplay while making it easy to find their favorite races, friends, ghosts, replays or photos. Additional improvements to the unique Kudos rewards system provides gamers with more incentives to show off their distinctive driving styles including the ability to purchase new vehicles, game modes, gamerpics and more at the “PGR” Shop. “PGR 4” will be available at retailers nationwide on Oct. 2 for an estimated retail price of $59.99.

About Bizarre Creations

Bizarre Creations is an independent developer, based in Liverpool, U.K. Established in 1994, the company is famed for such high-profile franchises as “Formula 1,” “Fur Fighters,” “Project Gotham Racing” and “The Club.” Bizarre prides itself on providing high-quality next-generation gaming experiences that excel in gameplay, graphics, audio and technology. Find them on the Web at http://www.bizarrecreations.com.

About Microsoft Game Studios

Microsoft Game Studios is a leading worldwide publisher and developer of games for the Xbox® and Xbox 360 video game systems, the Windows® operating system and online platforms. Comprising a network of top developers, Microsoft Game Studios is committed to creating innovative and diverse games for Windows (http://www.microsoft.com/games), including such franchises as “Age of Empires®,” “Flight Simulator” and “Zoo Tycoon®”; Xbox and Xbox 360 (http://www.xbox.com), including such games as “Gears of War” and franchises such as “Halo®,” “Fable®,” “Project Gotham Racing” and “Forza Motorsport”; and MSN® Games (http://www.games.msn.com), the official games channel for the MSN network and home to such hits as “Bejeweled” and “Hexic®.”

About Microsoft

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

Microsoft, Forza Motorsport, Xbox LIVE, Xbox 360, Project Gotham Racing, Xbox, Windows, Age of Empires, Zoo Tycoon, Halo, Fable, MSN and Hexic are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

FIFA, NHL & Hawk join latest PlayStation Store Update

This is the latest PLAYSTATION Store update for September 13, 2007. 

First off, you’ll notice that we’ve updated some of the thumbnails in the Store. There are new genres for the Game Demos category. Hopefully, this makes it easier to get to the content you want. Oh, and speaking of content, we’ve heard a lot of folks asking about the NHL Demo and Poker and yes, we’ve got them both this week — and a whole lot more. Check it out.

New downloadable games: 

• PixelJunk Racers ($6.99) - A single and multi-player slot car racing game, with 32 modes, 10 tracks and online rankings. 

• High Stakes on the Vegas Strip: Poker Edition ($9.99) Ante up! Play limit or no-limit poker in five different game types. There’s single player mode or you can play up to five others online.

Demos, demos and more demos: 

• PixelJunk Racers 
• Tony Hawk’s Proving Ground 
• NHL 08 
• Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix 
• FIFA 08

Of course, more movie trailers and videos and wallpapers for your favorite new and upcoming games: 

• Everyday Shooter trailer 
• Warhawk trailer 
• Lair Behind the Scenes video 
• Feel the Noise trailer 
• Juiced 2 trailer 
• High Stakes on the Vegas Strip: Poker Edition trailer 
• Soul Calibur IV trailer 
• High Stakes: Poker wallpaper 
• 2 PixelJunk Racer wallpapers 
• Folklore wallpaper

And finally, we also have a free music track from our favorite dragon game, Lair.

> September 12, 2007

Microsoft reveals TGS lineup
Heavenly Sword arrives
Lighthouse opens India Trade
Hudson reveals Omega Five

Heavenly Sword(TM) Delivers the Perfect Blend of Cinema and Intense Action on PLAYSTATION(R)3

New Action-Adventure Title Provides Unique Gaming Experience with Epic Combat, Stunning Graphics and an Emotional Storyline

FOSTER CITY, Calif., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA) announced today the North American release of Heavenly Sword(TM), available exclusively for PLAYSTATION(R)3 (PS3(TM)). Developed by Ninja Theory Ltd., Heavenly Sword is an emotional roller coaster that invites players to experience a dramatic tale, as Nariko, a fiery red-haired heroine, embarks on a quest for vengeance against an invading King and his army. Regarded as one of the most anticipated PS3 titles of the year, Heavenly Sword is an action-adventure title that takes players' expectations to an all-new level with its unparalleled real-time story development coupled with immersive, action-packed gameplay. 

To aid in the development of the characters and story, Ninja Theory employed the talents of Weta Digital Ltd., an Academy Award(R) winning visual effects facility based in Wellington, New Zealand, known for its work in creating Hollywood-quality motion capture and Computer Generated Imagery (CGI). Additionally, theatrical performances were directed by Academy Award winning actor and director Andy Serkis, famous for his role as Gollum in The Lord of the Rings and Kong in King Kong. Along with his contributions in the character development, writing, casting, directing and performance capture, Serkis plays the evil King Bohan in Heavenly Sword. "Heavenly Sword seamlessly combines a robust combat system with extraordinary visuals and dramatic character performance to overwhelm the senses and create an experience that can only be achieved on PS3," said Jeff Reese, director, software marketing, SCEA.

"Heavenly Sword has single-handedly exposed the future of the action-adventure genre." In addition to a compelling storyline and characters, Heavenly Sword showcases stunning graphics and sound effects, as gamers experience the next chapter in epic action through a combination of elements. Featuring a combat engine that can scale up from sophisticated one-on-one encounters to allowing for individual Artificial Intelligence (AI) for hundreds of opponents, enemies are able to employ intelligent squad-based dynamics against battalions, thus pushing gameplay and AI to unprecedented new levels. Additionally, Heavenly Sword delivers beautiful physics-based environments that are fully destructible, allowing players the ability to sweep debris against opponents, kick tables to halt an oncoming surge of fighters, smash the enemy into the scenery, or throw and maneuver bodies into other enemies using "aftertouch" controls with the SIXAXIS(TM) wireless controller's motion sensing technology. Offering a wide array of objects and weaponry, including rapid fire crossbows, massively damaging bazookas and catapults, Heavenly Sword takes combat to new heights and delivers a deep, diverse experience.

About Heavenly Sword Heavenly Sword is a dramatic tale of revenge that sees Nariko, a fiery red-haired heroine, embark on a quest for vengeance against an invading King and his army. The story builds around the ancient Heavenly Sword, which once belonged to a powerful deity. But, the sword can never be wielded by a mere mortal ... at least not without it slowly but inevitably draining their life-force. When the invading King Bohan (played by Andy Serkis) destroys the warrior clan that guards the Heavenly Sword, the clan leader's daughter, Nariko, takes up the sword in a desperate fight for survival. Nariko must now pay the ultimate price as she embarks on one last mission of retribution against the King and his army before her life is finally and irreparably overtaken by the omnipotent Heavenly Sword. The independent Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) rates Heavenly Sword "T" for "Teen". For more information about the ESRB, visit http://www.esrb.org.

Lighthouse Interactive Announces East India Company Build an Empire that will Overshadow All Others

Haarlem, The Netherlands -- Sep 12, 2007 -- Today leading Publisher Lighthouse Interactive announced that they have acquired the worldwide publishing rights to the stunning strategy war-game, East India Company. This game for Windows® showcases dynamic warfare on the open sea, the challenge of establishing profitable trade routes throughout the World, and tense political situations. East India Company is based on the exploits and adventures of the infamous 18th century East India Companies. Developed by Finland based Nitro Games Ltd., players will enjoy building the World's largest trading empire and engaging in vigorous battles within a breathtaking cinematic game environment, in both single player and multiplayer modes. Scheduled to release in Q4 2008 for the PC, East India Company promises to take strategy war-games to new levels with its technically advanced proprietary game engine. Players will fight, manage and rule nations from Europe to the Far East.

"We are very pleased to have reached a worldwide publishing agreement with Lighthouse Interactive and are looking forward to working with them on this title. We believe East India Company is a game that will redefine the strategy war-game genre," said Antti Villanen, CEO of Nitro Games. "Lighthouse Interactive's history of successfully released games is impressive. We think they are the ideal partner for us to bring East India Company to the market."

Erik Schreuder, CEO of Lighthouse Interactive said, "We are very excited to add such a fantastic strategy war-game to our growing line-up of quality titles. The game is phenomenal with its breathtaking graphics and cinematics, ranged gameplay scope, and intriguing historic storyline, we are proud to present East India Company to gamers around the World."

SUMMARY: In East India Company, players will assume the role of Governor Director of one of the East India Companies or other rival companies. There are eight nationalities to choose from: British, Dutch, French, Danish, Portuguese, Swedish, Italian or Spanish - with the goal of bringing new colonies and wealth such as: tea, spices, gold, diamonds and other precious cargo back to Europe, but they must dominate the other rival empires along the way. Wars will be waged and blood will be spilled. Players will also conquer the open sea and explore 40 different cities, towns and villages. Starting modestly, you will build your fleet, establish connections to far away countries, and keep the rivaling nations at bay. Choose from an array of ship classes and types of transport and military vessels: small sloops, schooners, brigantines, frigates and ship-of-the-line. Create different fleets and assign them to specific trading routes. Controlling well situated ports and upgrading them is one key to success.

Conflicts and wars are inevitable. When hostile fleets engage each other, the spectacular naval battles are fought at a real-time tactical level. Devastating broadsides are fired with a deafening roar and cannon balls tear through enemy ships and their crew. At a tactical level, you have direct command over your ship and give independent orders to each of your other fleets. Fight against the other European powers to create a trading empire that will rule above all others!

FEATURES:

Manage!

Hire and manage your own crew Buy guns and ammo Repair and upgrade your ships at port Buy and sell goods Establish profitable trading routes Open diplomatic relations or declare war Negotiate tense political situations Rule!

Lead the most powerful company in history Take over colonies and expand your empire Build a powerful fleet to rule the seas Conquer strategic ports Accomplish tasks ordered by your company or the Crown

Multiplayer (Internet or LAN) Features:

Supports up to 8 simultaneous players Player statistics tracked on the EIC game server Raise your ranking by thwarting your opponents Head-to-head missions are a true test of strategic skill

For more information on East India Company, bookmark the official website at www.eic-game.com and www.lighthouse-interactive.com to keep up with the latest breaking news.

About Nitro Games Ltd.

Nitro Games Ltd. (previously Encore Games based in Finland) is a newly founded subsidiary of Nitro FX Ltd. Nitro FX is a leading Finnish company in the digital media field. The company currently employs 60 professionals with a high level of expertise in programming, 3D animation and design. Entering the video game industry was a natural addition to company's portfolio. www.nitrogames.fi

About Lighthouse Interactive

Lighthouse Interactive is a fast growing publisher of interactive entertainment with offices in Haarlem, The Netherlands, Montreal, Canada and London, England. Lighthouse's titles include the critically acclaimed adventure title Keepsake, the surprise sim hit Ship Simulator 2008 and the award winning 4x space strategy hybrid Sword of the Stars. Staffed with industry veterans and with offices in key locations around the world, Lighthouse is the right choice for developers looking to bring their products to a worldwide audience. www.lighthouse-interactive.com

Omega Five Gunning for Xbox LIVE(R) Arcade

Hudson to Release an All-New Sci-Fi Themed Side-Scrolling Shooter

REDWOOD SHORES, CA - September 12, 2007 - Leading video game publisher Hudson Entertainment has partnered with Natsume to bring gamers an all-new IP titled Omega Five for the Xbox LIVE(R) network. Omega Five is a graphically intense, side-scrolling shooter set in a three-dimensional environment, and features some truly hardcore action never before seen on the platform. The game is expected to launch worldwide in November 2007.

Set in a futuristic world, Omega Five is a shooter that pushes the visuals to the limit for a digital download game. The game feature 3D environments, dazzling special effects, and massive battles, all in high definition. Omega Five is unique in that players can choose from multiple humanoid characters, each with their own unique special attacks and upgradeable weapons, which they can shoot in 360 degrees. Omega Five also includes a local co-op function in which a friend can join in on the aerial mayhem.

"Hudson is truly pleased to be working with Natsume on bringing an all new franchise to shooter fans worldwide," said John Greiner, President and CEO of Hudson Entertainment. "Omega Five promises to be the most challenging shooter in the Xbox LIVE Arcade library, and will appease the most hardcore fan of the genre."

About Hudson Entertainment, Inc. Hudson Entertainment is the North American publishing arm of Hudson Soft, an international provider of games and entertainment content founded in 1973. Hudson has introduced best-selling classic videogame franchises including Bomberman, Bonk, and Super Adventure Island. Since 2000, Hudson's mobile division has been a leading supplier of games and personalized content. Through their partnership with The Source and Death Row Records, Hudson is a leading provider of hip-hop ring tones and mobile content.

For more information on Hudson Entertainment, please visit www.hudsonent.com.

Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox 360, and Xbox Live are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. Hudson Entertainment and Hudson Soft are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Hudson Soft. Bomberman is a registered trademark of Hudson Soft.

Microsoft Introduces Star-Studded Lineup of Japanese Developers and Blockbuster New Games for Xbox 360

Japan's best developers are betting big on Xbox 360 in 2007 and beyond, as Microsoft announces best-ever holiday entertainment lineup. September 12, 2007: 02:00 AM EST

TOKYO, Sept. 12 -- Flanked by a who's who of Japanese gaming luminaries and video game development legends, Takashi Sensui, general manager of the Home and Entertainment Division at Microsoft Co. Ltd., took the stage at the Yebisu Garden Hall during Xbox 360 Briefing 2007 to announce support from some of Japan's most renowned game developers and unveil an unparalleled lineup of holiday blockbuster hits and exclusives for the Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system.

Two of Japan's most celebrated game developers, Tomonobu Itagaki from Team NINJA/Tecmo Ltd. and Hironobu Sakaguchi from Mistwalker, joined Sensui onstage to announce their support for the Xbox 360 platform. Itagaki highlighted the announcement that Team NINJA will develop "NINJA GAIDEN(R) 2," the true sequel to the best-selling and critically acclaimed Xbox(R) original, exclusively for Xbox 360. Sakaguchi revealed pricing(1) and availability for Mistwalker's upcoming role-playing game (RPG) "Lost Odyssey(TM)," available Dec. 6, 2007, in Japan, and around the world in early 2008. In addition, representatives from SQUARE ENIX took the stage to discuss two new games for Xbox 360: "INFINITE UNDISCOVERY(TM)" and "THE LAST REMNANT(TM)."

Japanese Developers Embrace Xbox 360

"NINJA GAIDEN(R) 2" is the long-awaited sequel to the platinum-selling Xbox original, where players once again assume the role of Ryu Hayabusa as they guide the ninja hero on a quest to avenge his clan and prevent the destruction of the human race. Team NINJA's announcement that "NINJA GAIDEN(R) 2" will be exclusive to Xbox 360 and available worldwide in 2008 providing gamers everywhere with plenty of reason for excitement, and served as yet another example of the blockbuster games being created by Japanese developers exclusively for the platform.

Xbox 360 owners in Japan will be the first to experience the magical world of "Lost Odyssey," created by Mistwalker/feelplus Inc., and featuring a beautifully told story by Hironobu Sakaguchi, creator of the "Final Fantasy" video game franchise. Available Dec. 6, 2007, in Japan, January 2008 in Asia, and February 2008 in North America and Europe, "Lost Odyssey" headlines a lineup of games by Japanese developers for Xbox 360 owners around the world this holiday, including these:

-- "Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation" (NAMCO BANDAI Games). "Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation" takes players up to the sky and into the heat of realistic air combat with next-generation audio and visual effects and online multiplayer action.(2) Available this holiday, only on Xbox 360. -- "Beautiful Katamari" (NAMCO BANDAI Games). Marking the debut of Namco's beloved ball-rolling puzzle game on a next-generation platform, "Beautiful Katamari," the fourth installment of the "Katamari" series, features levels of quirkiness, cosmic animations and musical stylings never seen before. Available in October. -- "Lost Odyssey" (Microsoft Game Studios/Mistwalker/feelplus Inc.). Famed game producer Hironobu Sakaguchi leads a staff of gaming masters to bring a truly next-generation role-playing experience to Xbox 360 in "Lost Odyssey." Players will be led through a dramatic story of massive scale that features breathtaking visuals and an epic adventure made possible only by the power of Xbox 360. Available Dec. 6, 2007, in Japan, and worldwide in 2008, only on Xbox 360.

Plus:

-- "Battlefield: Bad Company" (Electronic Arts) -- "Battlestations: Midway" (Eidos Interactive Ltd.) -- "Bladestorm: The Hundred Years' War" (KOEI Co. Ltd.) -- "CASTLE SHIKIGAMI III" (ArcSystemWorks Co. Ltd.) -- "Dynasty Warriors 6" (KOEI Co. Ltd.) -- "Dynasty Warriors: Gundam" (NAMCO BANDAI Games) -- "Final Fantasy XI Play Online All in One Pack 2007" (SQUARE ENIX) -- "Final Fantasy XI Wings of the Goddess" (SQUARE ENIX) -- "Just Cause" (Electronic Arts) -- "Mobile Ops: The One Year War" (NAMCO BANDAI Games) -- "Operation Darkness" (SUCCESS Corp.) -- "Winning Eleven: Pro Evolution Soccer 2008" (Konami) -- "ZOIDS ALTERNATIVE" (TOMY Co. Ltd.)

This incredible lineup joins many other amazing games from developers around the globe that will be available this holiday in Japan and around the world, including the following:

-- "Assassin's Creed" (Ubisoft Entertainment). "Assassin's Creed" is the next-generation game developed by Ubisoft that merges technology, game design, theme and emotions into a world where players will assume the role of the main character, Altair, and will have the power to throw their immediate environment into chaos and experience the art of a master assassin. Available this November. -- "Halo 3" (Microsoft Game Studios/Bungie Studios). In "Halo(R) 3," the third installment of the landmark "Halo" trilogy and hugely anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed "Halo 2," people everywhere can take on the role of Master Chief(TM) and experience Master Chief's greatest battle as he launches an epic mission to stop the Covenant, destroy the impending Flood threat and ultimately save mankind. In this third chapter of the "Halo" trilogy, Master Chief returns to face his greatest challenge as he readies himself for the final battle and seals his place in history. A hero must rise. Believe. Available worldwide, with availability in the United States on Sept. 25 and Japan on Sept. 27, only on Xbox 360. -- "Kingdom Under Fire: Circle of Doom" (Microsoft/Blueside Inc.). Six heroes from the "Kingdom Under Fire" universe fight their way through the Dark Dimension against hordes of demented monsters in a twisted action RPG exclusive to Xbox 360. Coming this winter, "KUF:COD" features seamless four-player co-op(2) via Xbox LIVE(R), randomly generated maps and nearly infinite weapons combos with unique abilities, enhancements and magical powers for players to learn and master. -- "Project Gotham Racing 4" (Microsoft Game Studios/Bizarre Creations Ltd.). "Project Gotham Racing(R) 4" will redefine the acclaimed "PGR(R)" franchise by delivering a unique, exciting racing experience complete with dynamic weather and iconic cars and motorcycles. Available this October, only on Xbox 360. -- "Viva Pinata: Party Animals" (Microsoft Game Studios/Krome Studios Pty. Ltd.). An exciting new party game based on the critically acclaimed Xbox 360 exclusive and hit animated TV series, "Viva Pinata(TM): Party Animals" brings back the familiar pinata characters and invites players to compete in more than 40 mini-games against friends at home or over Xbox LIVE(2). Available this holiday season, only on Xbox 360.

"Gamers around the world can look forward to the greatest holiday lineup in video game history," said Don Mattrick, senior vice president of the Interactive Entertainment Business in the Entertainment and Devices Division at Microsoft Corp. "We continue to evolve our strong relationships with Japan's best and most innovative developers, and we're looking forward to delivering exclusive high-definition titles for consumers worldwide, this year and beyond."

Xbox LIVE Arcade Continues High-Definition Downloadable Games Innovation in Japan

Japanese developers have long embraced and championed Xbox LIVE Arcade, with hits including "Pac-Man Championship Edition" (NAMCO BANDAI Games), "Bomberman Live" (Hudson Entertainment), "Frogger" (Konami) and "Fatal Fury Special" (SNK PLAYMORE Corp.). Several new titles from these and other Japanese developers will be added to the diverse portfolio of digitally distributed, high-definition original and classic games currently available on Xbox LIVE Arcade, including the following:

-- "Every Extend Extra Extreme" (Q Entertainment). The latest creation from Q Entertainment, "Every Extend Extra Extreme," or E4, is a unique action-packed shooter where the goal is to perfectly time your self-destruction to create chain reactions that explode surrounding enemies. With outrageous visuals and the ability to play your own favorite music, E4 puts a new twist on puzzle shooter games. -- "EXIT" (Taito). An addictive, frenzied puzzle game, "EXIT" has players using their decision-making skills and wits to escape numerous obstacles, while rescuing people from more than 100 different emergencies. Players must save as many lives as possible while finding the fastest way out when "EXIT" arrives on Xbox LIVE Arcade by the end of the year. -- "Ikaruga" (Treasure Co. Ltd.). "Ikaruga" is a quick-paced shooter with strong strategy elements featuring a slow-motion training mode and co-op play for two(2). Available soon for download from Xbox LIVE Arcade, "Ikaruga" is the perfect combination of beautiful, manga-style storytelling and refined, ultra-challenging arcade heroics. -- "OMEGA FIVE" (Hudson Entertainment). "OMEGA FIVE" is a next-generation, high-definition shooter with awe-inspiring graphics. Players fly through dangerous 3-D environments in this side-scroller and try to avoid the enemies that come at them from all sides, even from behind. -- "Rez" (Q Entertainment). "Rez," the legendary action-shooter created by Tetsuya Mizuguchi, is coming to Xbox LIVE Arcade. A fast-moving, wire-frame adventure backed by industrial beats, the story of "Rez" takes players deep into the world's computer network, where they must hack the system, altering the visual output and even taking over the music, creating their own rhythms and eye candy as they dig deeper into the dreamlike cyberworld. -- "Triggerheart Exelica" (Warashi). A shoot'em-up game where players battle against hordes of enemy ships, "Triggerheart Exelica" dynamically adjusts the difficulty to match a player's skill level. "Triggerheart Exelica" launches on Xbox LIVE Arcade this year.

Other exciting Xbox LIVE Arcade games available in the coming months include these:

-- "Braid" (Number None Inc.). Arriving in early 2008 on Xbox LIVE Arcade, "Braid" is a platformer/puzzle game. The player journeys across seven worlds to rescue a princess; in each world, time behaves in its own peculiar way. The player must cleverly manipulate the flow of time to solve puzzles. "Braid" aims to provide a mind-expanding, filler-free experience. -- "Castlecrashers" (The Behemoth). Arriving in early 2008 on Xbox LIVE Arcade, "Castlecrashers" is the second title currently in development by award-winning independent developer the Behemoth. The four-player RPG adventure will let players hack, slash and smash their way to victory. "Castlecrashers" delivers unique high-resolution illustrated visuals, including memorably hand-drawn characters that are cute and menacing at the same time. Gamers can play with up to three friends locally or over Xbox LIVE2 and discover mind-boggling magic and mystery in the amazing world of "Castlecrashers." -- "Schizoid" (Torpex Games LLC). "Schizoid," from independent studio Torpex Games, is the first Xbox LIVE Arcade game to be created with XNA(TM) Game Studio. Debuting on Xbox LIVE Arcade later this year, "Schizoid" is an action-packed game focused on co-op gameplay(2) in which players smash barrages of glowing enemies while cooperating closely to protect each other.

Microsoft Brings Tokyo Game Show Home With Xbox LIVE

Once again, Microsoft will bring the Tokyo Game Show experience into living rooms worldwide as it offers its "TGS Bring It Home" programming, delivering hours of coverage from the press briefing, all the best highlights from the show floor, interviews with developers, gameplay videos, exclusive cinematic trailers and a variety of Xbox 360 content for gamers to download over Xbox LIVE Marketplace, beginning Sept. 13, 2007.

About Xbox 360

Xbox 360 is a superior video game and entertainment system delivering the best games, unique entertainment features and a unified online gaming network that revolve around gamers. Xbox 360 will have a portfolio of more than 300 games and will be available in nearly 40 countries by the end of 2007. More information can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/xbox360.

About Microsoft

Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

> September 11, 2007

EA ships NHL 08 for multiple platforms
Eidos' Pandemonium goes mobile
Elder Scrolls GOTY hits Xbox 360, PC

Pandemonium Arrives on Mobile Eidos delivers classic quirky platformer for mobile phones 

Redwood City, Calif. -- Sep 11, 2007 -- Eidos Interactive, one of the world's leading publishers and developers of entertainment software, is set to release Crystal Dynamic's popular game Pandemonium on mobile devices throughout North America. Developed by Ideaworks, the mobile version faithfully recreates the 1997 game, complete with a 3D in-game camera, choice of characters, 18 beautifully designed 3D worlds, and easy to use controls.

Pandemonium stars the hilarious combo of Nikki and Fargus; Nikki is a wizard-in-training with quick reflexes, a quicker wit and a propensity for acrobatics. Fargus is a slightly deranged jester with an even more deranged puppet sidekick called Sid. Other characters complete the fray, each offering different traits for the player to master. Levels will load by episode to allow players a seamless experience with a huge variety of environments, fast-paced gameplay, and challenging boss fights.

"Pandemonium represents a whole new level of gaming experience on mobile phones," says Dave Clark, vice president of New Business Development at Eidos "The graphics remain strikingly faithful to the original game on console and, as levels load while you play, gamers will enjoy a seamless gaming experience. This is head and shoulders above what most people imagine when they think of games for the phone." Originally developed and published by Crystal Dynamics, Pandemonium has already become a successful title on several gaming platforms including the PlayStation(R) game console, SEGA Saturn(tm), PC, and Nokia N-Gage(tm), with combined sales to date of over 1.5 million units.

Pandemonium is currently available for BREW-enabled handsets.

About Eidos New Media

Eidos New Media is a division of Eidos Interactive Ltd, created in 2003 to focus on emerging platforms and technologies. The division has successfully launched award-winning mobile games based on a number of Eidos' intellectual properties including: Tomb Raider, Hitman, Championship Manager, and Thief along with a host of other licensed titles. Eidos New Media also distributes games through digital distribution via its own sites and partner channels as either individual consumer downloads or subscription services. In 2007 Eidos New Media acquired mobile development and content providers Rockpool Games, Ironstone Partners and SoGoPlay, online distribution specialist Bluefish Media and award-winning mobile and casual games developer Morpheme Game Studios to strengthen internal company resource and expertise.

About Eidos Interactive Ltd

Eidos Interactive Ltd is part of SCi Entertainment Group Plc (SEG) one of the world's leading publishers and developers of entertainment software. Eidos consists of publishing operations across Europe and the US and several development studios including Crystal Dynamics, IO Interactive, Beautiful Game Studios, Eidos Studios Hungary, Eidos Sweden and Pivotal Games. The Group has a valuable combined portfolio of intellectual property including: Tomb Raider, Hitman, Deus Ex, Championship Manager, Carmageddon, Battlestations Midway, the Conflict series and Just Cause.

Some of the titles currently in development include: Kane & Lynch: Dead Men, Conflict:Denied Ops and Highlander.

Franchise Continues to Raise the Bar with Gameplay Innovation, Authenticity to the Sport and an Unsurpassed Level of Depth

Redwood City, Calif. – Tuesday, September 11, 2007 – Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) announced that the NHL® 08 videogame ships to retailers today in North America. EA SPORTS™ continues to lead the charge in the next gen era with advancements in AI intelligence, innovative controls, online depth and an unmatched level of authenticity to the sport. Already receiving critical acclaim as a Gold Award winner by Electronic Gaming Monthly, NHL 08 allows players to feel like they can play like a pro without ever touching the ice.

The revolutionary Skill Stick System evolves in NHL 08 and delivers an unparalleled level of control. An all-new deking system enables you to move the puck off your stick, to walk around a defender and give you space in front to challenge the goalie. For all the goaltenders out there, an all-new Goalie Mode feature lets you strap on the pads and be the last line of defense in net for the first time.

Showcasing true next-gen horsepower, an all-new intelligent CPU called On-The-Fly AI functionally coaches against you to counter your tendencies, and forces you to adjust your strategy. With Create-a-Play, you can hit the whiteboard and showcase your own strategic wisdom by customizing plays, recording them in practice mode and bringing them into game to outsmart your opponent. Innovative new online features such as Online Custom Leagues and Online Team Play that links up to six players anywhere in the world, gives you a new level of online depth.

NHL 08 will feature an exclusive AHL license for the first time, with all 29 teams from the primary development league for the NHL fully playable in game. Develop your talent with their AHL affiliate until you are ready to call them up for the show. Manage your team from the ground up while staying under the salary cap. With unlimited control, unmatched depth and infinite possibilities, no game is ever the same with NHL 08.

In Europe the game will hit stores beginning September 21 for the Xbox 360 and PC, with the PS3 version following on September 28 and the PS2 version on October 10.

EA SPORTS NHL 07 is the #1 selling hockey game and the #1 selling sports game in Canada*. NHL 08 is being developed under the EA SPORTS brand by EA Canada in Vancouver, B.C. The game is available for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360™ video game system from Microsoft, and PC.

Bethesda Softworks Announces The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition for Xbox 360™ and Windows Now Shipping

Expanded Version of Award-Winning Role Playing Game Available This Week

September 10, 2007 (Rockville, MD) – Bethesda Softworks®, a ZeniMax Media company, announced today that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (GotY) for Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows has begun shipping to retail stores throughout North America and will be in stores as early as Tuesday, September 11. Oblivion GotY includes the original version of the award-winning RPG, Oblivion, along with the official expansion, The Elder Scrolls® IV: Shivering Isles™, and the downloadable content, Knights of the Nine™.

This new product allows players who have never played the 2006 Game of the Year to experience Oblivion along with additional content. Gamers can also continue their existing games of Oblivion and experience the new quests and areas offered by the expansion and downloadable content.

Released in March 2006 for Windows and Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and in March 2007 for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, Oblivion has already earned countless awards from publications around the world and won numerous Game of the Year and RPG of the Year awards. It has also recently achieved the status of both Xbox 360 Platinum Hit (North America) and Xbox 360 Classic (Europe). The Xbox 360 Platinum Hits and Classics programs allow existing gamers and new gamers alike to have access to great games at an amazing price.

Oblivion features a powerful combination of free-form gameplay, unprecedented graphics, cutting edge AI, character voices by acting legends Patrick Stewart, Sean Bean, Terrance Stamp, and Lynda Carter, and an award-winning soundtrack. Gamers can choose to unravel Oblivion’s epic narrative at their own pace or explore the vast world in search of their own unique challenges.

With more than 30 hours of new gameplay, Shivering Isles allows you to explore an entirely new plane of Oblivion – the realm of Sheogorath, the Daedric Prince of Madness. Shivering Isles features a bizarre landscape split between the two sides – Mania and Dementia –filled with vast, twisting dungeons mirroring the roots of the trees they are buried within. Sheogorath himself looks to you to be his champion and defend his realm and its inhabitants from destruction as you discover all new items, ingredients, spells, and much more.

Knights of the Nine features an all-new faction and quests for noble characters and answers many of the questions surrounding the Ayleid ruins found throughout Oblivion. Players can join a new faction and found their own order of holy knights – leading them into battle against a sorcerer-king and his demonic minions while exploring massive dungeons and searching for legendary relics – the holy armor and weapons of the Divine Crusader.

Oblivion GotY will be available for PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system from SCEA next month. In October, Bethesda Softworks will also ship Shivering Isles for Xbox 360 at retail as a standalone expansion. For more information on Oblivion, Shivering Isles, or The Elder Scrolls, visit www.elderscrolls.com.

About Bethesda Softworks Headquartered in Rockville, MD, Bethesda Softworks LLC, a subsidiary of ZeniMax Media Inc., is a premier developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software and has produced numerous award-winning titles, most recently with 2006 PC and Xbox 360™ Game of the Year and RPG of the Year, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion®, and the 2002 PC and Xbox® Game of the Year and RPG of the Year, The Elder Scrolls III: Morrrowind®. Among Bethesda’s more popular franchises are The Elder Scrolls® series and Fallout®, as well as its licensed property, Star Trek®. Its product line spans the sports, racing, RPG, strategy, and action genres. For more information on Bethesda Softworks’ products, visit www.bethsoft.com.

© 2007 Bethesda Softworks LLC, a ZeniMax Media company. The Elder Scrolls, Oblivion, Shivering Isles, Knights of the Nine, Morrowind, Bethesda Softworks, ZeniMax and their related logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of ZeniMax Media Inc. in the United States and/or in other countries. .“PlayStation”, “PLAYSTATION” and the “PS” Family logo are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox Live, the Xbox logos, and the Xbox Live logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. Other product and company names referenced herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. All Rights Reserved.

> September 10, 2007

Take-Two announces Nickelodeon Deal
Bioshock breaks XBL download record
70,000 visitors attend GC Asia conference
Fantasy Wars demo ready for download
Majesco announces Eco-Creatures for DS
NHL 2K8 for Xbox 360 & PS3 hits shelves
Micro Fort announces Kwari development

Micro Fort¨¦ Develops Kwari

Sydney, AUSTRALIA ¨C September 5, 2007 - With much speculation over the last week since its official announcement, Micro Fort¨¦, a leading Australian developer of MMOs, today announced that its Canberra studio is the developer contracted by the London based Kwari company for the development of online-FPS Kwari.

Steve Wang ¨C Head of Studios for Micro Fort¨¦ commented, ¡°We¡¯re really excited by the recent announcement of Kwari and even more so to announce our involvement in bringing this unique game title to the table.¡±

The Kwari game, which has been developed out of Micro Fort¨¦¡¯s Canberra studio since mid 2006, is being built on BigWorld¡¯s award-winning Technology Suite, and is due for release later this year. It goes to show that one can develop an action MMO in under 18 months using the BigWorld platform.

¡°Working on Kwari has reinvigorated the act of making games for me, without sounding crass it really does represent a paradigm shift that is going to happen sooner or later in gaming whether we like it or not.¡± said James Sutherland, Producer for Micro Fort¨¦. ¡°From a development perspective the existence of money as the core mechanic means you have to throw away much of the conventional thinking and start from scratch; when a health bar suddenly represents real cash the player expectations change radically and you have to adjust everything accordingly. The amount of thinking that has gone into each and every subsystem of the game is far above and beyond anything I have worked on previously during my time in the industry¡±

About Micro Fort¨¦ Pty Ltd

Established in 1985, Micro Fort¨¦ is one of the most respected and experienced games companies in Australia, having previously worked with US Gold, Panasonic/Ripcord, Electronic Arts, Interplay, THQ, Universal Interactive, Microsoft and now the Kwari company.

Micro Fort¨¦ specialises in MMO game development across its two studios in Sydney and Canberra for customers of BigWorld Technology,

About Kwari

Established in 2006, Kwari is a publisher and developer of skill-based online interactive entertainment, based around players making money off each other in real-time. Kwari software is available free to download and play online. Kwari is an international business, comprising functional experts and industry veterans. 'Kwari' and 'Cash for Kills' are trademarks and/or registered of Kwari Limited in the UK and other territories. The game and software are patent pending. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved. More information about Kwari is available online at http://www.kwari.com

NHL® 2K8 Ships to Retailers in North America

New York, NY – September 10, 2007 – 2K Sports, the sports publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), today announced that NHL® 2K8 is shipping for the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION®3 and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment systems.

As the latest installment of the NHL® 2K series, the category leader in innovation, design and critical acclaim with five straight years as the top-rated* NHL video game, NHL 2K8 features Ottawa Senators star forward Jason Spezza on the cover and introduces exciting new features including:

ProStick™ - Full 360° analog controls intuitively mapped to the right stick allow for precision puck handling ability. Hundreds of new animations give gamers a full range of movement, creating a genuine NHL gameplay experience on both offense and defense.

All-New Goaltending – Completely overhauled with instinctive AI, entirely new animations, and situation specific behaviors. Goalies will now come out and challenge, guard the post, perform spectacular butterfly saves, and much more.

Ground-breaking Face-Off System – Based on timing and strategy, and featuring tie-ups, warnings, and toss-outs, this innovative system brings an unrivaled level of depth and realism with every drop of the puck.

NHL Signature Style – Striking next gen visuals, redesigned player models highlighting the new 2007-2008 NHL uniform style, accurate equipment featuring several real-life brands, and updated player likenesses bring gamers the most realistic hockey game to date.

Deeper Franchise – Now complete with nearly every CBA (Collective Bargaining Agreement) feature available including a revamped off-season mode with brand new negotiation system, improved draft, refurbished free agent signing, and an all-new player progression system.

My NHL – Gamers can customize their own style of play to create the exact hockey experience they want, and then share their Game Styles online for others to use. Using a new rating system to rank the best user Game Styles, gamers can let everyone else know how they should be playing hockey.

2K Sports Online – Featuring full online leagues and tournaments complete with trades, stat tracking, fantasy drafts, and more, gamers go head-to-head against the best players around. Players can also enter for a chance to win an all-new car in the NHL 2K8 Tournament presented by Dodge.

NHL® 2K8 is rated “E10+” for Everyone 10 and older and will be available on September 11, 2007 for the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system for $59.99, and for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system for $19.99.

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

*According to GameRankings.com average scores of 2003-2007 NHL video games.

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® game console, PlayStation®2 and PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment systems, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, Xbox® and Xbox 360™ 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 and 2K Sports, and Global Star Software; 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, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

“PlayStation”, "PLAYSTATION", and "PS" Family logo are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Memory Stick Duo™ may be required (sold separately).

NHL and the NHL Shield are registered trademarks of the National Hockey League. All NHL logos and marks and team logos and marks depicted herein are the property of the NHL and the respective teams and may not be reproduced without the prior written consent of NHL Enterprises, L.P. © 2006. All rights reserved. © NHLPA. NHL 2K8 is an Officially Licensed Product of the NHLPA. NHLPA, National Hockey League Players' Association and the NHLPA logo are trademarks of the NHLPA and are used under license by Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.

Fantasy Wars demo available from 1C

Website goes live for turn-based strategy game

MOSCOW, Russia - September 10, 2007 - Leading Eastern and Central European publisher 1C Company and developer Ino-Co are proud to announce Fantasy Wars, the turn-based strategy game set in a mystical universe, is now available as a demo from its new website. Fantasy Wars is being distributed by Atari, Inc. in the US and will be available from all major retailers in October.

Fantasy Wars is a turn-based strategy game set in a fantasy world. Combining both classic turn-based strategy gameplay and modern 3D graphics players can experience epic battles like never before. Taking place in a fantasy world of Human kingdoms, Orc clans, Dwarfs' citadels and Elven forests the player is thrust into a world of war and legend.

The great Orc chieftain and conqueror Ugraum, incited by the cruel shamans, gathers a huge horde to invade the land of Humans. Only a small, but experienced army of general Pfeil is able to fight against the powerful enemy. However the sides in this confrontation don't know that this is all just a part of an evil plot of dark powers. Play the role of an Orc or Goblin boss, a captain of the Human army or lead the elite forces of the Elven army.

Players can participate in castle sieges and village defense, assault and reconnaissance operations and swift raids. The game consists of three story-connected campaigns. In each of them players will have to gather an army, upgrade units, find magic artifacts and learn new spells. With more than More than 70 units and 9 types of armies the original epic story live will engross players. The advanced army upgrade system will also carry over into the multiplayer modes allowing friends to combat each other and the full force of their armies.

More information on the game and new screenshots can be found with the demo at www.1cpublishing.eu/game/fantasy-wars .

MAJESCO ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES ‘ECO CREATURES: SAVE THE FOREST,’

EDISON, N.J., September 10, 2007 – Deforestation, pollution, global warming and industrialization are just some of the many important themes in Eco Creatures: Save the Forest, a unique real-time strategy (RTS) game for the Nintendo DS™ being published by Majesco Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: COOL), an innovative provider of video games and digital entertainment products for the mass market. Co-developed by Lightweight Co. Ltd. and Headlock Corporation, Eco Creatures is the only game of its kind that promotes awareness of environmental perils while tasking players with defending the Mana Woods against them.

“Eco Creatures is distinctive in its ability to weave meaningful issues into a fun video game experience that makes the player a champion for the environment,” said Ken Gold, vice president of Marketing, Majesco. “Noble mission aside, endearing creatures, resource management, magic, level creation and multiplayer features make Eco Creatures a deep and engaging real- time strategy game for any DS player.”

Eco Creatures: Save the Forest is a real-time strategy game in which players use the Touch Screen to control units of woodland creatures—named Ecolis, Ecoby and Ecomon—that will protect the naturally beautiful Mana Woods and recover the polluted land. All creature types have unique skills that must be strategically managed. With proper nurturing, they can evolve to learn new abilities that help a player complete the game’s more than 40 environmental missions. As players grow their woodland army, they must also plant new trees to prevent deforestation and revitalize the woodlands.

In addition, Eco Creatures includes a creative Land Make feature that lets players build and play their own maps. This eco-friendly RTS also supports two-player play via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, and up to four players via single card download play or ad-hoc multi-card play.

Eco Creatures: Save the Forest is expected to launch in early 2008 for the Nintendo DS. For additional information, please visit www.majescoentertainment.com.

About Majesco Entertainment Company

Headquartered in Edison, NJ, with an international office based in Bristol, UK, Majesco Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: COOL) is an innovative provider of video games and digital entertainment products for the mass market, with a focus on publishing video games for leading portable systems and the Wii™ console. Product highlights include Nancy Drew™, Cooking Mama and Zoo Hospital™ for the Nintendo DS™ and Cooking Mama: Cook Off for the Wii™ console. More information about Majesco can be found online at www.majescoentertainment.com.

GC ASIA DRAWS 70,000 TO PREMIER GAME INDUSTRY EVENT IN THE ASIA-PACIFIC REGION

Singapore and Leipzig, Germany - September 9, 2007 - The first GC Asia, held at the Suntec Exposition Centre in Singapore, closed on Sunday, September 9, 2007, uniting more than 70,000 game enthusiasts from the Asia-Pacific region. The exposition was the first of its kind, offering consumers the opportunity to see and play the hottest games of today and tomorrow while offering trade visitors the opportunity to network and expand their business to new markets.

"GC Asia and the GC Asia Conference mark the international debut for the Leipziger Messe," said Wolfgang Marzin, president and CEO of the Leipziger Messe. "The trade and exposition expertise of the Leipziger Messe team mixed with the regional knowledge and support of our Asia-Pacific partners was key to making the show a must-attend for consumers and game industry executives."

"The expo proved that a show integrating both consumer access and business services was not only wanted, but necessary in the Asia-Pacific region," said Edward Liu, managing director, Conference & Exhibition Management Services Pte Ltd. Singapore. "Our work with the LMI team enabled us to come together under the common goal of making this a reality and a huge success."

"The combination of the exposition, developers conference, and business center offers the industry direct access to consumers, while giving them the support and space they need to conduct their business in a relaxed atmosphere," said Joerg Zeissig, general manager of the Leipziger Messe International (LMI). "The concept of Games Convention was well received in the region and we consider this year's premiere show as a resounding success, having attracted a huge audience for a first year show."

Over 10,000 square meters of space were transformed into a high-energy world of computer games by 81 exhibitors from 13 countries, including major industry players Electronic Arts, Nintendo, Konami, Sony, Asiasoft, Nokia, and more. Over 190 games were shown at the exhibition. The show presented games from all genres and platforms including console, mobile, online, and PC games.

In addition to the exposition, the GC Asia Conference brought together 300 game industry experts for a top-notch program of lectures and panels on key issues for the Asia-Pacific region. The topics of outsourcing, mobile games, online games, and casual games were covered in-depth while presenting business opportunities and perspectives from North America, Europe, and Asia.

Games Convention Asia has been strategically organized to address the development needs and opportunities presented by Asia's rapidly growing digital interactive games industry. Its segmentation into two main areas, the Business Convention and the Public Convention, positions Games Convention Asia as a gateway for European and North American companies to gain better insights into Asia and its fast-paced interactive entertainment market trends. For developers in Asia, the "East-meets-West" platform helps them reach international publishers and distributors.

The GC Asia 2008 will take place in Singapore from October 9th to 12th; with the GC Asia Conference from October 9th to 10th.

Quotes from GCA exhibitors:

Luis K. Tanaka, Branch & Sales Manager, Konami Digital Entertainment Limited (Singapore Branch) representing Nintendo "It is our first time participating in this event, and it has been very good as other big players are participating as well. Visitors were able to try out games such as Jyuhishden, a new trading card game. We saw many parents with their kids looking for games they can play as a family."

Ivan Seah, Director, Marketing & Communications, Asiasoft Online Pte Ltd "We've established Asiasoft among visitors and industry players. Games Convention Asia has managed to bring in new people, and like Asiasoft, it targets bringing gaming to the masses. We were able to promote many games that have not yet been launched, such as Ragnarok Online 2, currently only available in Korea. Our mini-games were also very popular with our visitors."

Jodie Chan, Assistant Product Marketing Manager, 10TACLE STUDIOS Pte Ltd "Our brand awareness among the public has increased at Games Convention Asia and we had an overall good crowd turnout. We had the opportunity for visitors to try out upcoming games that have yet to be launched."

Derrick Yeoh, Mikoishi Pte Ltd, Singapore "GCA is a great opportunity to meet new people and learn about the new and exciting games that are coming out in the industry."

About GC Asia/GC Asia Conference The Games Convention Asia (GCA) is the only Convention in Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region for interactive entertainment, infotainment, edutainment, hardware, and technology. The fair is organized with the LMI (Leipziger Messe International GmbH), a subsidiary of the Leipziger Messe GmbH, and CEMS (Conference & Exhibition management services Pte Ltd. Singapore). It is accompanied by the GCA Business Centre, which is utilized as a business platform equipped with internet access points, presentation technology, and catering. The concept of the Games Convention Asia Conference (GCAC) is "Developing & Development," and producing the "GCA 2007 Competition." The organizer's goal is to firmly establish what will be the Asia-Pacific region's largest convention devoted to digital media, computer games, entertainment and educational software, as well as hardware. www.gc-asia.sg

2K Games’ BioShock Receives All-Time Highest Xbox 360TM Ranking on Metacritic®

BioShock demo sets record as fastest title to surpass 1 million downloads on Xbox LIVE® Marketplace

New York, NY – September 10, 2007 –2K Games, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), announced today that BioShock, its hit title exclusively available for Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Games for Windows®, secured the position of all-time top ranked Xbox 360 game* and the year’s highest ranked game across all console platforms on Metacritic.com, the popular site that aggregates review scores from the leading video game publications and websites. In addition, the title has set a new record on Xbox LIVEÒ as the fastest downloaded demo to ever reach the 1 million mark. The gaming community first learned that the Xbox 360™ demo version of BioShock became available to download on Microsoft’s Xbox LIVE Marketplace via a surprise announcement on August 12.

While many games receive high praise for a specific feature, BioShock’s rave reception revolves around all of its key components. This includes the unique art deco design, the eerie ambiance of its full orchestra score and the 40’s era soundtrack, the interactive quality of the environments, dripping and flood-rushing water effects that have set a new standard for realism, a deep and engaging story line, and gameplay that involves moral choices, an array of options for surmounting obstacles and adversaries, and a power-up component that involves biologically altering your character.

In only nine days since its release on Xbox LIVE, BioShock had outperformed every other demo release on the service, demonstrating both the incredible anticipation for the game and the growth of Xbox LIVE’s community.

“We are really pleased that Microsoft’s Xbox LIVE Marketplace has managed to attract a record number of gamers to its site to download and check out BioShock,” said Christoph Hartmann, President of 2K. “The overwhelmingly positive response is not only reflected in the traffic to Xbox LIVE, but the record breaking score reported by Metacritic. We’re excited about the reception the fans have given BioShock and are honored that the game has been recognized as ‘Game of the Year’ material.”

With an overall review score of 96 (out of 100) based on more than 50 different critical reviews, the Xbox 360 version of BioShock has earned “Universal Acclaim” status* on Metacritic. Among the leading video game enthusiast outlets that awarded one or more versions of BioShock with a perfect score are Game Informer, 1UP, Games Radar, GameSpy, GamePro, Yahoo! Games, Games Daily, and Electronic Gaming Monthly.

Developed by 2K Boston and 2K Australia for 2K Games, BioShock is a "genetically enhanced" first-person shooter that lets players do things never before possible in the genre. Gamers enter the game as a castaway in Rapture, a decaying art deco underwater utopia torn apart by civil war. Caught between powerful forces and hunted down by genetically modified "splicers" and deadly security systems, players have to come to grips with a deadly, mysterious world filled with powerful technology, fascinating characters and morality defining choices. To make it to the end, players can turn everything they encounter into a weapon, biologically modify their body with plasmids, hack devices and security systems, upgrade weapons, craft new ammo variants, and experiment with different battle techniques. No encounter ever plays out the same and no two gamers will play BioShock the same way.

For more information, visit the BioShock website at http://www.2kgames.com/bioshock

* As reported on 9/10/2007 on Metacritic.com.

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® game console, PlayStation®2 and PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment systems, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, Xbox® and Xbox 360™ 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.

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Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. Announces New 2K Play Publishing Label and Video Game Partnership with Kid’s Entertainment Leader, Nickelodeon

New label leverages growing casual game market

Nick Jr. Preschool Television Hits Dora the Explorer and Go, Diego, Go!

lead new 2K Play portfolio of family-friendly games

New York, NY – September 10, 2007 –Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO) today announced the formation of 2K Play, a new publishing label dedicated to casual gaming. As part of the 2K Play initiative, Take-Two also announced an expansive new handheld and console video game licensing agreement with Nickelodeon, a partnership involving top-rated properties including Nick Jr. preschool television hits, Dora the Explorer and Go, Diego, Go!

Dora the Explorer and Go, Diego, Go! will be the first titles under the new 2K Play label and will be released this fall in North America. According to Nielsen ratings (4/2/07-7/1/07), Dora the Explorer and Go, Diego, Go! are the top two ranked television shows for kids 2-5. The NPD Group cites Dora the Explorer as the #1 toy license in 2006 based on dollar sales and Go, Diego, Go! is now supported by over 300 licensees worldwide.

“We welcome our new partnership with 2K Play,” said Shaul Olmert, Vice President/Digital Media products for Nickelodeon and MTVN Kids and Family Group. “This is the first time Go, Diego, Go! is coming to handheld and console systems and will mark Dora the Explorer’s debut on the popular Nintendo DS™ system. We are excited to welcome 2K Play into our growing family of innovative digital products.”

2K Play joins leading publishing labels 2K Games and 2K Sports as a new division in the 2K portfolio. The new label will absorb Take-Two’s Global Star Software label, including the Carnival Games brand, the Cat Daddy Games studio and PC games based on the popular Deal or No Deal franchise.

“The 2K Play label targets the growing market of casual gamers interested in accessible, high-quality products,” said Christoph Hartmann, President of 2K. “It will be home to games that are fun and engaging for players of varied skill types and ages. Our exciting initiative with Nick Jr. will offer a host of games featuring world-famous brands that appeal to the family-friendly gamer.”

Additional information regarding the 2K Play lineup of games will be available in the coming months.

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® game console, PlayStation®2 and PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment systems, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, Xbox® and Xbox 360™ 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.

About Nickelodeon