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Hermosa Beach, Calif. - May 06, 2008 - Deep Silver, Inc, a publisher of interactive entertainment for PC and consoles, today announced they will publish the highly anticipated PC title S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky in North America. The game is expected to be available worldwide on August 29, 2008 and is developed by GSC Game World, a leading computer games developer.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky is the prequel to last year’s critically acclaimed S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl, a game IGN called “a fascinating achievement.” GameSpot commented, “this first-person survival game is at times amazing and engrossing and on par with such classics as Deus Ex and System Shock.”
“The buzz surrounding this game is phenomenal,” said Cathy Tische, vice president of sales and marketing for Deep Silver. “We’re excited to let people know that it’ll be available here at the same time as the rest of the world.”

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky is a survival FPS game for PC based on a ‘what-if’ scenario of the second Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant accident. The game is created as a warning to mankind against mindless play with technologies. S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky is the official prequel to the renowned S.T.A.L.K.E.R. game by the Ukraine-based GSC Game World studio. The game is set in 2011and brings forth the events to have preceded the third campaign of Strelok to the Zone center. S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky introduces an alternative look onto the events of the original game and offers the player to try himself out as a mercenary s.t.a.l.k.e.r. in search of his own path in the world of S.T.A.L.K.E.R.

For more information, please visit the official game site: www.stalker-game.com

GamerZines.com produces one-off magazine dedicated to Xbox 360 exclusive game as free download

GamerZines.com, the portal for free digital magazines for gamers, today announced the immediate availability of the Ninja Gaiden 2 magazine. Produced by the same team that create the free monthly Xbox 360 magazine, 360Zine, the Ninja Gaiden 2 magazine offers a complete guide to the upcoming Xbox 360 title.

“Getting access to Ninja Gaiden 2 to produce this magazine meant that we could produce a unique guide that lifts the lid on the game that many Xbox 360 gamers can’t wait to play. Everyone wants to know how the sequel can improve on the Ninja Gaiden series, but all the signs are that NG2 is going to deliver in spades” says Editorial Director, Dan Hutchinson.

The magazine gives readers a quick history of Ninja Gaiden before diving into the in-depth tour of the new game, complete with hi-resolution screens, interactive elements and gameplay video all available directly on the magazine pages.

The issue also includes an exclusive competition to win an Xbox 360 signed by legendary producer Tomonobu Itagaki as well as details on how readers can keep up to date with Ninja Gaiden 2 details on the web and on their mobile phone.

All GamerZines.com magazines are professionally written and produced by a team of games journalists and publishers with decades of experience in the magazine industry. The portal offers free monthly magazines for various games platforms in interactive PDF format. All the magazines are enhanced with rich media and extensive video of the games in action.

Readers do not need to register to download the magazines, which are all completely free. All that is required to view the magazines is Adobe Reader version 6 or above on Windows or Mac, and a broadband internet connection.

Gamers can download the Ninja Gaiden 2 Special Edition now from http://www.gamerzines.com/

Operatives Worldwide Can Experience Life On The Run On May 8

Los Angeles, CA - May 05, 2008 - Sierra Entertainment today announced that new demos for the Robert Ludlum’s The Bourne Conspiracy™ game will be available for download on Xbox LIVE® Marketplace for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft® on May 5 and PlayStation®Network on May 8.

Fans of Robert Ludlum’s Jason Bourne franchise will get a peek at the action-packed game play in The Bourne Conspiracy, a blend of brutal combat and unprecedented pace designed to let players become the perfect weapon, Jason Bourne.

The Bourne Conspiracy demo will feature:

• A look into how The Bourne Conspiracy combines original missions with memorable film moments to plunge players into the role of both trained Treadstone assassin and a malfunctioning government weapon on the run
• Brutal hand-to-hand combat choreographed by the films’ fight coordinator and stunt legend Jeff Imada, recreating Bourne’s signature combat style and ability to weaponize everyday objects in his environment
• Shooting using cover, wallwork, and use of destructible objects to distract and destroy enemies, along with a unique ‘expert kill’ shooting takedown system
• Seamless movement between hand-to-hand combat and gunplay, combined with unique ‘escape & evade’ gameplay where Bourne must escape deadly situations, all framed by relentless pace and camera techniques inspired by the cinematography of the films
• A taste of Bourne-style high speed pursuit, with a re-imagining of the escape from Paris sequence through a thrill-a-minute, arcade-racing inspired police car chase

Through close partnership with Ludlum Entertainment, and collaboration on story and character development with Bourne screenwriter Tony Gilroy, The Bourne Conspiracy is an intense interactive addition to the blockbuster films and best-selling novels.

The Bourne Conspiracy game will ship in North America June 3 and be available worldwide on June 27, 2008 on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft® and the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system.

For more information on the Robert Ludlum’s The Bourne Conspiracy video game, including screenshots and video trailers, please visit www.bournethegame.com.

LOSE THE CORD - NYKO’S KAMA WIRELESS NUNCHUCK SHIPS TO STORES

First Stand-alone Wireless Wii Nunchuck from Leading Game Peripheral Manufacturer Now Available

LOS ANGELES, California - May 5, 2008 - Nyko Technologies®, the premier game console peripherals manufacturer, today announced that the anticipated and award-winning Kama Wireless Nunchuck for the Nintendo Wii has shipped to stores nationwide. Named “Best of Show” in the Gaming category by CNET during the 2008 International Consumer Electronics Show, the Kama is the first truly wireless Wiimote controller attachment for the popular Wii console.

One of the most innovative game peripherals to hit the market this year, the Kama cuts the binding wire between the Wii RemoteTM and NunchukTM. Key attributes include:

- Fully compatible with all Wii games that use the NunchukTM
- Familiar ergonomic design
- Accelerometer for motion-sensing games
- Small dongle fits into the bottom of the Wii Remote, providing wireless connectivity of up to 3 meters

“The Wii continues to steam ahead in popularity, making it a big focus for us as we try to improve the gaming experience with innovative wireless solutions,” said Chris Arbogast, Director of Marketing at Nyko Technologies. “The Kama Wireless Nunchuck is one of our biggest products this year, and we’re happy to offer consumers the first available completely wireless Wii remote controller attachment on the market.”

Nyko’s Kama Wireless Nunchuck is now available at retailers nationwide for a suggested retail price of $34.99. Please visit www.nyko.com for more information.

MTV Games, Harmonix and EA Announce “Rock BandTM Track Pack Volume 1″ for WiiTM and PlayStation®2 System Will Be Available July 15, 2008

Cambridge, MA – May 5, 2008 - Harmonix, the leading developer of music-based games, and MTV Games, a division of MTV Networks, which is a division of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), along with distribution partner Electronic Arts, Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS), today announced plans to release Rock Band™ Track Pack Volume 1 for the Wii™ home video game console from Nintendo and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. The 20-Track Pack features an electrifying mix of classic hits and current favorites, including songs by Boston, Nine Inch Nails, Stone Temple Pilots, and All American Rejects. The Rock Band™ Track Pack Volume 1 will be available on July 15th, 2008 for a MSRP of $29.99. Complete details are as follows:

Release date: Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Tracks:

30 Seconds to Mars The Kill
All American Rejects Move Along
Blink – 182 All the Small Things
Boston More Than a Feeling
David Bowie Moonage Daydream
Faith No More We Care A Lot
Grateful Dead Truckin’
The Hives Die, All Right!
KISS Calling Dr. Love
Lynyrd Skynyrd Gimme’ Three Steps
Nine Inch Nails March of the Pigs
Oasis Live Forever
Paramore Crushcrushcrush
The Police Synchronicity II
Queens of the Stone Age Little Sister
Ramones Teenage Lobotomy
Smashing Pumpkins Siva
Stone Temple Pilots Interstate Love Song
Weezer Buddy Holly
Wolfmother Joker & the Thief

**All 20 tracks utilize original master recordings**
** All tracks are available as DLC on competing platforms**

Price: $29.99 MSRP

Rock Band is the ultimate platform for music fans and gamers to interact with music like never before. The game challenges players to put together a band and tour for fame and fortune – all while learning to master lead/bass guitar, drums and vocals. Featuring the most master recordings of any music game ever by the world’s biggest rock artists, Rock Band includes tracks that span every genre of rock ranging from alternative and classic rock, to heavy metal and punk. Rock Band has garnered over 40 awards this year including Game Critics Award: Best of Show E3 2007 and three awards at The 11th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards including Outstanding Innovation in Gaming, Family Game of the Year, and Outstanding Achievement in Soundtrack.

Rock Band is rated “T” for Teen (lyrics, mild suggestive themes) by the ESRB.

Rock Band will be available for the Wii starting June 22, 2008. Rock Band is currently available on the PLAYSTATION®2 computer entertainment system, the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, and on the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft®.

EA is the exclusive distribution and marketing partner for Rock Band.