June 4th - Reveal Cover Athlete for NBA 2K10 during Pre-Game Show for Game One of the NBA Finals

Basketball fans will get a treat June 4th as 2K Sports reveals the cover athlete for the highly anticipated basketball video game, NBA 2K10. An exclusive 30 second TV spot will air during the NBA Countdown pre-game show for Game One of the 2009 NBA Finals, June 4 at 9:00 p.m. ET on ABC. NBA 2K10 is the upcoming 10th anniversary edition of the hugely popular NBA 2K franchise, the No1 selling basketball video game* and No1 rated NBA simulation for eight years in a row**.The 2009 NBA Finals are currently scheduled to tip off on June 4 at 9:00 p.m. ET on ABC.

* According to 2008-09 Gamerankings.com and NPD data.


**The NBA 2K series developed by Visual Concepts outranked competitors based on GameRankings.com average scores of 2001-2009 NBA video games.

THQ E3 games - Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine, Homefront, MX vs. ATV Reflex, Darksiders, Red Faction: Guerrilla and more

THQ announce its Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2009 line-up featuring games for both core and casual gamers across all across all major platforms to be displayed in booth No5300, in the West Hall of the Los Angeles Convention Center June 2-4.

On display for the first time will be Relic Entertainment’s Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine, Kaos Studios’ Homefront and Rainbow Studios’ MX v ATV Reflex. THQ will also be offering extended hands-on time with Vigil Games’ post-apocalyptic action-adventure title Darksiders and the critically acclaimed Red Faction: Guerrilla, which released today. THQ’s kids and family portfolio will be highlighted by first looks at Marvel Super Hero Squad, Drawn to Life: The Next Chapter and World of Zoo.

THQ will also be presenting WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010, UFC 2009 Undisputed, Cars Race-O-Rama, Dragonica Online, All Star Cheer Squad 2, SpongeBob’s Truth or Square and James Patterson: Women’s Murder Club Games of Passion.

“THQ is proud to be entering E3 2009 celebrating the worldwide critical success of UFC 2009 Undisputed and Red Faction: Guerrilla,” said Brian Farrell, president and CEO, THQ. “We’re showcasing an E3 line-up that demonstrates our highly focused five point product strategy, ensuring that success continues through fiscal year 2010 and beyond.”

Queen Teen The Clique Nintendo DS E3 video game Fact Sheet

In Queen Teen: The Clique, based on the best-selling young adult book series by author Lisi Harrison, players assume the role of the new girl at school, taking on the challenges of climbing the social ladder to join the ultimate clique, the Pretty Committee.

Queen Teen: The Clique is an empowering game of social maneuvering where the player attempts to survive in one of the most harsh and unforgiving environments on Earth – Octavian Country Day School (OCD).

Player will use gossip, fashion and wit to make friends, join cliques, attend classes, and even work after school “jobbies” with a variety of exciting mini-games. Play a variety of exciting mini-games to earn cash or increase your cool.

Along the way a variety of challenges and tricky situations make the climb up the social ladder tough including getting invited to one of the hottest parties of the year. Queen Teen: The Clique highlights the sassiness of the “The Clique” books and a few lessons in popularity exclusively to the Nintendo DS™. Like the fans of the book know, the only thing harder than getting in, will be staying in!

PRODUCT FEATURES:

* Customizable Characters: Players will name and personalize their character’s complete look: clothing, hair, shoes and more!
* Countless Adorable Fashions: Players can make money at their after school “jobby’’ in order to purchase new styles.
* Alpha Girl Social Ladder: In order to rise from the new kid to queen-bee, players will navigate the halls of OCD by building relationships and gossiping about what is hot and what is not! Play through a collection of entertaining mini-games that can provide the required social tools to become the alpha girl
* Juicy Gossip: The top of the social ladder always has to be in on the latest 411. To be in-the-know, players must share and collect gossip from both their friends and enemies
* Popularity On-The-Go: Wireless multiplayer allows players to share their character with friends from their real-life clique, allowing them to unlock special gossip
* Join the “The Clique” World: Interact with characters popularized in The Clique novels and explore the school of OCD in the first videogame based on “The Clique”


RELEASE DATE: Autumn 2009
PUBLISHER: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
DEVELOPER: Gorilla Systems
PEGI RATING: 3+
USK RATING: 0
GENRE: Adventure/Mini-game
PLATFORMS: Nintendo DS

Scribblenauts Nintendo DS video game E3 Fact Sheet

Scribblenauts is a completely original gameplay experience that anyone can play, offering all-age fun fun for all ages with two styles of gameplay and more than 200 levels. In Scribblennauts, players use the Nintendo DS touch-screen to help their character Maxwell acquire the Sstarite in each level by solving a series of puzzles armed with their stylus, notepad and imagination. Players jot down the word for any object that comes to mind in order to reach the goal.



Every object behaves as it would in the real world, and players can combine countless objects to create completely new scenarios. Every level has more than one written object to use as a solution, opening up the game to extensive endless replay.

In Scribblenauts, players advance through ten worlds, each with eleven puzzle and eleven action levels for a total of 220 challenges to complete. Each level has a “par” for the number of objects suggested to finish the level. Beating a level with fewer objects thanunder par, earns “Ollars”, the in-game currency, which players can use to purchase new levels and music.

PRODUCT FEATURES:
• Create Your Own Interactive Experience: Objects you write down in the game are only limited by your imagination.
• Everyone Can Play: All-ages Ppick-up-and-play fun for everyone. .
• Touch-screen Controls: Easy to pick up and play on Nintendo DS™. If you can tap, you can play!
• Unlimited Replay Value: Use less objects to increase your score, or experiment with different objects for endless replay value. Write anything; solve everything!
• Playground Mode: Play the entire game in a sandbox style right on the title screen.
• Revolutionary MultiplayerCreate and Share Levels Online: Share levels you create with the Level Editor via Nintendo DS Wi-Fi Connection.
• Innovative New Title from Leading Developer: 5TH Cell, the creator of the Drawn to Life franchise and Lock's Quest, has experience creating high-quality, innovative DS games.

PLATFORMS: Nintendo DS
RELEASE DATE: Fall Autumn 2009
PUBLISHER: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
DEVELOPER: 5TH Cell
ESRB RATING: (Rating Pending)(Pending)
GENRE: Emergent Puzzle/Action

Ultimate Party Challenge video game coming to Nintendo Wii

Get Ready to Challenge Your Friends in This High-Energy, Competitive Party Game

Konami announce Ultimate Party Challenge is being developed for Nintendo Wii. This innovative game pits players against their friends in fast-paced, over-the-top mini-game competitions and brain challenges. Ultimate Party Challenge also uses the functionality of the Wii Remote™ to test players' physical, musical, and mental skills. Customization plays an integral part of the game, allowing players to create their own avatars, upload their Mii,™ or choose from a diverse selection of amusing characters to set themselves apart and showcase their personality.

Ultimate Party Challenge makes for a great family game as it supports a variety of multiplayer modes where players can team up with up to three different players. Compete against each other in over 40 different mental and physical mini-games including Bungee Splash, 3-Row Basketball, Pinball and more! The more you win, the more you unlock fun customizations for your avatar! Together with 3D backgrounds, intuitive gameplay and high-energy music makes Ultimate Party Challenge a unique gaming experience that's fun for the entire family.

Swords & Soldiers video game on Nintendo Wii

3 Long weeks after its Euro-Australian release, Ronimo Games' debut-title, the critically acclaimed WiiWare game, Swords & Soldiers will be available in NTSC regions starting Monday the 8th of June.

Braving the waves of the mighty Atlantic, the Vikings have set sail. Destination: the new world, America! Europe and Australia have already witnessed the barbecuing, dead-raising and hammer-on-the-head-smacking chaos that is Swords & Soldiers!

Community- and critical-reviews of this fresh side scrolling RTS have been exceedingly positive! And now it is America's turn to join the quest for the freakishly large pepper! As Vikings, Aztecs and Chinese mix it up in a symphony of barbecue-envy and vegetable growing contests, claim your place in the most incorrect version of world history to date!

Ronimo Games is proud to announce the game will be released in NTSC regions coming Monday 8th of June all will cost you only 1000 Wii Points. For everyone lucky enough to visit E3 this year, be sure to check out the game at the Nintendo booth.

Grease up your grills and start slicing some hams, you are about to go on a barbecue safari!

About Swords & Soldiers
Swords & Soldiers is the first side-scrolling strategy game on Wii, allowing for accessible and deep gameplay, a clear overview of the battlefield, and most importantly, for our artists to show off their beard-drawing skills. Players can choose from three powerful and unique factions as they let loose their armies and cast awesome spells to destroy the enemies' castle. Swords & Soldiers is developed and published by Ronimo Games.

Techmo at E3 Super Ninjas, World Domination Puzzle Madness, Contemporary Retro Basketball, Family Fun Football, Sick Guitar Riff Combos and more

Leading video game developer and publisher TECMO announce its biggest E3 Expo lineup to date, whose console titles include the ultimate action-packed ninja adventure, a rockin’ new-style invasion game that’s a bloody good time, an art nouveau third-person fantasy shooter, and a casual football game for the family. Breaking into the digital download space, TECMO is proud to announce three titles for Xbox LIVE Arcade and PlayStation Network. One harmonizes the unity between music and platformer genres, another is a puzzle brawler, and the third introduces NBA into the digital download arena.

Tecmo will have all titles on display in either playable and/or video form at the E3 Expo 2009 in South Hall booth No822 between June 2nd and 4th.

NINJA GAIDEN SIGMA 2 (PLAYSTATION 3 system / Fall 2009)
The most intense, challenging, action-packed ninja adventure is back, exclusively on the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system! From Tokyo to New York, follow super ninja Ryu as he encounters vicious enemies and acquires an extensive assortment of ninja weaponry along the way.

“The sequel to the greatest ninja game ever made comes to the PS3, complete with new characters, new bosses, and new modes!” – PlayStation The Official Magazine, May 2009

• New Playable Characters: Ninja Gaiden’s Rachel, Ayane from the Dead or Alive series and Momiji from Ninja Gaiden Dragon Sword appear as sexy new playable characters
• Online Co-op: Two people can engage in online co-op play, with voice chat, in 10 different stages (in 4 difficulty settings) to complete special missions. Rankings from each mission are recorded and posted online, where gamers can choose their opponents based on players’ mission stats.
• Visual Diversity: Over 30 unique characters, 17 stages with a variety of environments, and a storyline which unfolds in 70 impressive cut-scenes
• New Enemies: A variety of new enemies and bosses have been incorporated into the stunning enhanced environments
• Variable AI: Contributing to the increased difficulty level, the gameplay differs each time you appear in a level as enemies engage in a variety of different actions as they assess the current situation
• Gameplay Innovation: A finishing blow system can be used in battle to quickly defeat an enemy in one dynamic action
• Weapon Rewards: The weapons you acquire can be leveled up to strengthen their power and gain new battle techniques
• Enhanced Graphics and Sound: Full HD 1080p output and 5.1ch surround sound allows players to experience the game in total high definition

Additional information on the title can be found at www.ninjagaidengame.com.
This title has not yet been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).

QUANTUM (PLAYSTATION 3 system / 2010)
Experience Syd and Filena’s adventurous ascent through a treacherous tower in this action-shooter game, presented in an art nouveau style world that is on the verge of becoming post-apocalyptic, which merges the beauty of organic motifs with technology and action-packed gameplay.

• Shape-Shifting Battlefield: Navigate through a dark fantasy world where the intense battleground surprises you with new and challenging obstacles by changing its form in real-time
• Two-Character Combination Actions: Syd and Filena perform actions as a pair—in some instances, that is the only way to overcome hurdles. Strategically perform combos for a more powerful, fierce attack against colossal enemies
• Aesthetically Pleasing Gameplay Environment: Radiant colors and the mixture of organic elements complements both action and technology
• Online Play: Continue your adventure with your friends in Team Battle and Battle Royale modes

This title has not yet been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).

UNDEAD KNIGHTS - PSP
(PlayStation Portable) system / Fall 2009
Playing as the anti-hero, rage through the wrath of fearless enemies and build the nastiest and most profane army you can think of in this new-style invasion action game. Prepare to wash the mouth of your army with soap as they can’t help but engage in zombie bashing dialogue over a raging metal soundtrack that helps your channel your inner anger. If you can deal with the gut-wrenching, Smack-talking, fluid-spitting, and limb amputating ways of your army, you can embark on your journey of vengeance to defeat the king.

• The Dark Hero Persona: This game atypically allows you to be the “evil” main character serving as an anti-hero figure
• Create a Zombie Army: Defeat as many enemies as you can to transform them into your own personal soldiers
• Combo Attacks: Choose up to ten different combo attacks to fight your way through varied enemies ranging from animals to soldiers
• Show Some Personality: Prepare to wash the mouth of your army with soap as they can’t help but engage in zombie bashing dialogue
• Head-Banging Madness: A raging metal soundtrack helps channel your inner anger
• On a Mission: Get ready to face the king in the fifth mission for each of the four main areas
• Ad-Hoc Multiplayer: Challenge up to three other players in VS play or collaborate with them in co-op play

This title has not yet been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).

FAMILY FUN FOOTBALL (Wii / Fall 2009)
Play against friends and family in vibrant themed football stadiums, and perhaps in space! Choose to be one of the game’s quirky characters, featuring animals, aliens and robots, or unlock the ability to play as your own Mii. Coach teams with a simple offensive and defensive playbook, with intuitive Wii Remote controls, for a fun pick-up and play party experience.

• Simple Playbook: A coaching playbook that makes it easy for everyone to learn and understand the game of football.
• Colorful Stadiums: Five stadiums that include a fun mix of realistic and fantasy worlds such as a space themed stadium.
• Power-ups: During gameplay, players can be rewarded with a power-up from a slot-style system that enhances certain attributes including speed, strength, passing, and interception for a limited amount of time.
• Mini-Games: Ten fun and simple mini-games can be played with up to four players.
• Teams: Ten unique teams with their own attributes that players can choose to play competitively with.
• Mascot Mode: Players can play as their default character or their team’s mascot in Mascot Mode! Mascots include animals, aliens and robots and additional, unlockable mascot heads.
• Mii Compatibility: Load in your own Mii caricatures and play against your friends’ and family’s Miis for a more personal experience.

This title has not yet been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).

TECMO Goes Digital!

FRET NICE (PlayStation Network, Xbox LIVE Arcade / 2010)
Rock on and harmonize the unity between music and 2D platformer! As you control your character through the artful stages, you play the game as if it were a jammin’ rock song. Blast your enemies with riff combos and create your own soundtracks with each “strum” of a chord. You will have an ever-changing
experience each time a stage is repeated.

• Audio Dynamics: Notes you play in Riff Combos are relative to the current key of the stages’ songs, allowing for user-generated audio-tastic soundtracks.
• Riff Combos: When a note is played in the air, a Riff Combo will be activated to help defeat enemies.
• Facial Attribute System: A fun and visual way to interpret riff combos. For example, if there are three eyes and two tentacles on an enemy, you have to “strum” three of the same notes and two
same other note in the riff combo.
• Cooperative Play: Play cooperatively with a friend (locally or over network) to clear stage levels and compete with each other for high scores. The catch is that you are connected by an instrument cord, preventing both of you from getting too far from each other on a shared screen.

Visit myspace.com/thevibrantchordblasters for more Fret Nice fun!

This title has not yet been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB). This title has not yet been concept approved by Sony Computer Entertainment America.

PUZZLEGEDDON (PlayStation Network, Xbox LIVE Arcade / 2009)
Set in an array of galaxies, Puzzlegeddon features a clever mix of puzzle, action and strategy in a game that is fast-paced and addictive. Compete for the top spot on the planet by creating multiple combos for the quickest way to gather enough resources to blast your enemies out of this world! Or, if you find yourself on the perilous poisonous planet, solve brainteasers to rapidly get your way back onto the battlegrounds. You can battle up to five players in a variety of galaxies in this stylish and quirky puzzle brawler.

• Fun Game Modes:
• Solo Brawl – Battle against different bots in either Battle Royale or Deathmatch.
• Battle Royale – Be the last one standing and compete for bonus points in a series of rounds. Choose your time limit, No of bots, difficulty level and modify handicap settings to your liking. The winner is determined by the most points added up from the series of
rounds!
• Deathmatch – Compete for points in time-based matches and clear mini-challenges to return to the game if you are blown off the planet.
• Poison Peril – Strategize to solve puzzles to survive on the poisonous planet.
• Online Multiplayer – Battle in online or local multiplayer action in Battle Royale or Deathmatch with up to five other people or bots.
• Tutorial – If “puzzle, action, and strategy” sounds too much to handle, there is a handy guide to walk you through helpful strategies for a better gameplay experience.

This title has not yet been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).
This title has not yet been concept approved by Sony Computer Entertainment America.

NBA UNRIVALED (PlayStation Network, Xbox LIVE Arcade / 2009)
Paying homage to the old school look and feel of classic arcade games, NBA UNRIVALED™ brings to the table a contemporary retro design to this generation of high definition gaming. Sporting the full NBA license and the 2009 NBA season’s team and player rosters, the game also includes current stats, logos and jerseys. Ball your way up to the top of the league and play to your fullest to get the crowd pumped.

• Style: A stylish game containing a “contemporary retro” design, paying homage to the old school look and feel.
• Momentum Bar: Gauge how well your team pleases the crowd by checking where the momentum bar is at. Gain more momentum for your team by laying down free throws, 3
pointers, and other fine moves to be rewarded with stat increases.
• Multiplayer: Compete in Player vs. Player or 2 Players vs. Computer on one or two separate consoles.
• Difficulty Level Balance: Depending on your team’s stats, the difficulty level will be tuned to accommodate for a more fun and challenging experience.

Scooby-Doo! First Frights video game E3 Fact Sheet Wii DS and PS2

In Scooby-Doo! First Frights, the complement to the upcoming live-action and CGI Warner Bros. DVD release Scooby Doo: The Mystery Begins, players take on the role of young Scooby-Doo and teenage versions of the newly formed Mystery, Inc. crew to solve their very first cases.

Scooby-Doo! First Frights is intended for Scooby-Doo fans of all ages. Fans will be able to explore spooky environments as Scooby, Shaggy or any of the super-cool teen Mystery, Inc. team. The action-adventure game features co-op play allowing two members of Mystery, Inc. to work together to solve puzzles, combat enemies, and collect clues before unmasking each episode’s mysterious villain - all while gaining prestige as world famous sleuths!

Once players have solved the mystery, they can return to completed levels in Explore mode with any unlocked character, costumed character or villain to access new areas. With ghosts and ghouls around every corner, high school has never sounded so fun!

PRODUCT FEATURES:

• Multiple Mysterious Environments: Featuring four all-new mysteries spread over more than 20 levels; explore the Phantom Cruise Ship, Haunted High School, Foreboding Castle and more!

• Sleuthing times Two: Switch between characters or play with friends at any time using two player co-op with easy drop-in, drop-out gameplay.

• Spooky Disguises: With access to a variety of spooky disguises, players can camouflage themselves in super-powerful costumes with new abilities unique to each character.

• Back to the Beginning: Become part of the Mystery, Inc. team and solve their first cases with hours of entertainment in Story or Explore mode.

• Solve Exclusive Mysteries: Each story has a new setting with a mysterious villain created specifically for the game. Collect clues and try to solve the mystery!


RELEASE DATE: Autumn 2009
PUBLISHER: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
DEVELOPER: Torus Games
RATING: Pending
GENRE: Action Adventure Game
PLATFORMS: Wii, Nintendo DS, PlayStation 2

LEGO Rock Band video game E3 Fact Sheet

LEGO Rock Band merges two of the most popular videogame franchises to deliver a unique family-friendly music experience that will take tweens, teens, families and gamers of all ages on a wild journey to rock stardom in order to “Build a Band and Rock the Universe.” Combining the authentic multiplayer music experience of Rock Band with the accessibility, customization and humor of LEGO games, LEGO Rock Band allows players to create their own unique rock star style and customize their own avatars, band members, roadies, and managers.



As players successfully complete songs and rock challenges, they can collect LEGO studs, unlock additional content and build amazing vehicles, which can take their band from local gigs at rock clubs to epic stadium shows and even fantasy settings on Earth and beyond.

GAME FEATURES:
• Rock along to current hits and classic favorites that the whole family will enjoy including Jackson 5’s “I Want You Back”, Foo Fighters’ “Breakout”, Vampire Weekend’s “A-Punk”, Blur’s “Song 2”, Carl Douglas’ “Kung Fu Fighting”, Europe’s “The Final Countdown”, Good Charlotte’s “Boys and Girls” and Pink’s “So What”, just to name a few!

• Use the LEGO character customizer to create and personalize your band, instruments and entourage.

• Pull off killer riffs in LEGO themed Rock Power challenges to perform amazing feats such as destroying a giant robot, summoning a storm or demolishing a skyscraper.

• Build fame LEGO style by completing songs to collect LEGO elements - build cooler vehicles, progress to new venues and unlock new characters and instruments.

• Express yourself with a personalized LEGO Rock Den that can be accessorized and decorated to perfectly suit your rock style.

• All-access gaming! Start off on Easy, work your way up to Expert or try out the newly introduced Super Easy setting created especially for budding rock stars!

• Rock out using Rock Band instruments, as well as other music game controllers.

RELEASE DATE: Holiday 2009
PUBLISHER: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and MTV Games
DEVELOPER: Traveller’s Tales and Harmonix (Xbox 360, Wii and PS3)
Traveller’s Tales and Harmonix in partnership with Backbone Entertainment, a Foundation 9 Entertainment studio (DS)
RATING: (Pending)
GENRE: Rhythm Based Music Game
PLATFORMS: Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii, Nintendo DS, PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system

Dead Space Extraction Nintendo Wii video game E3 Fact Sheet and HD video

Built from the ground up and developed exclusively for the Nintendo Wii, Dead Space Extraction is a prequel that reveals the events leading up to Isaac Clarke’s mission on the USG Ishimura in Visceral Games’ award-winning Dead Space. Dead Space Extraction marries the innovative motion controls of the Wii Remote with a frenetic first person perspective to create a new action-packed horror experience.



Dead Space Extraction tells the story of a handful of space colonists desperately struggling to escape from a horrific infection on the Aegis VII mining colony deep in the furthest regions of space. The game introduces a new heroine, Lexine to the fiction and as the crew fall victim to a mysterious contagion aboard the ship, it becomes clear that protecting her may be their only hope for survival. Dead Space Extraction introduces all new characters, weapons, enemies, puzzles and co-operative multiplayer gameplay.

In every shadow, behind every corner, terror hides- so you can’t. Take on the struggle by yourself or with a friend to blast apart oncoming Necromorphs, solve innovative puzzles, and get to safety. Immerse yourself in the action like never before in the most cinematic horror experience on the Wii. The end will be set in motion in Fall 2009.