SYDNEY – November 24, 2011 – EA Mobile™ is the 2011 winner of Mobile Entertainment magazine’s “Best Mobile Games Publisher,” marking the fifth year in a row that EA has received this award and the most that a company has won this honor. Mobile Entertainment announced the award at a ceremony tonight hosted at the Royal Garden Hotel in London. To celebrate the win with consumers, EA is kicking  off a series of holiday sales. 

“Our focus has always been on delivering the highest quality games across devices. That’s not an easy mission but it’s extremely rewarding to know we’re bringing the best entertainment to our fans,” said Bernard Kim, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for EA Interactive. 

The EA ‘Big Thank You’ sale features the world’s most popular games for iPad™, iPhone®, iPod® and Android. Fans can find their favourite titles on http://eamobile.com/origindeals and should check back between now and January on www.origin.com for additional offers   on Apple iPad, iPhone, iPod, Android devices, Sony Ericsson Xperia™ PLAY, BlackBerry® Playbook™ tablet, and more.

The Mobile Entertainment awards, which launched in 2006, are designed to recognize the achievements of pioneering companies in imaging, music, and games. Awards are judged in secret by a jury of 400 carefully selected content business executives. EA Mobile received the best game publisher award from Mobile Entertainment in 2007, 2008, and 2009. Chillingo, which was acquired by EA, received the award in 2010. 

About EA Mobile

EA Mobile™ is the world’s leading wireless entertainment publisher with award-winning games such as Tetris®, Bejeweled®, The Sims™, and Need For Speed™. The EA Mobile portfolio also includes casual games based on the company’s alliance with Hasbro, Inc. including MONOPOLY, YAHTZEE and SCRABBLE (in the U.S. and Canada) as well as sports blockbusters from the EA SPORTS™ brand, including Madden NFL Football and FIFA Soccer. EA Mobile develops games for multiple mobile platforms including mobile phones, smartphones, the iPhone®, iPad™ and iPod® touch. For more information about EA Mobile, please visit www.eamobile.com. 

Unleash Your Inner Dancing Queen 

Sydney, Australia – November 24, 2011– Today, Ubisoft^® announced the release of ABBA You Can Dance for the Wii™ system from Nintendo.  Developed by Ubisoft Paris, the studio that revolutionised the genre with the Just Dance^® series, as well as Ubisoft Montpellier and Ubisoft Bucharest, the game is based on the music and performances of Swedish supergroup ABBA. 

ABBA created music that spanned generations and has inspired millions to sing and dance.  ABBA You Can Dance features 26 timeless songs, including all of the group’s biggest hits, such as “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” “Take a Chance on Me” and “Waterloo.” The game’s professionally choreographed routines and unique environments were inspired by the group’s music videos and live performances.  The final track list of songs included in ABBA You Can Dance is as follows:

• Angeleyes
• As Good As New
• Bang-A-Boomerang
• Dancing Queen
• Does Your Mother Know
• Fernando
• Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)
• Head Over Heals
• Hole In Your Soul
• Honey, Honey
• I’m A Marionette
• I do, I do, I do, I do, I do
• If It Wasn’t For The Nights
• Knowing Me, Knowing You
• Lay All Your Love On Me
• Mamma Mia
• Money, Money, Money
• People Need Love
• SOS
• Summer Night City
• Super Trouper
• Take A Chance On Me
• The Winner Takes It All
• Voulez-Vous
• Waterloo
• When I Kissed The Teacher

With ABBA You Can Dance, Ubisoft is making it possible for more people to join in on the fun of a dancing game, allowing players the opportunity to unleash their inner dancing queen.  Up to four players can dance while two additional players can sing along to the lyrics on screen.   A mini-musical mode lets players act out the key roles in a love story based on some of the group’s classic songs.  ABBA You Can Dance also includes original video clips and displays anecdotes about the group that even die-hard fans will find entertaining and informative.  Now fans everywhere can join in the fun just in time for the holidays and bring in the New Year with a rocking 70’s themed party!

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — November 24, 2011 — Today, Ubisoft announced that Rayman Origins is available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation®3 system from Sony and WiiTM system from Nintendo. Anticipated by all Rayman fans and already acclaimed by specialized media in all countries as one of the best platformers of all time, Rayman is back in full power and offers a unique blend of old school flavours and modern spices.

Raman Origins features incredible graphics matching the level of detail and quality of the most popular animated movies, gameplay both accessible and challenging and an outstanding original soundtrack. The game is a true interactive piece of art, carefully crafted by the renowned video-game creator Michel Ancel (Rayman, Beyond Good & Evil) and his team. All characters and environments have been designed by artists. The result is a vibrant universe, 6 different worlds and more than 60 levels, where each element feels organic and alive.

A blast to enjoy alone, Rayman Origins is also playable with up to four players in an exhilarating jump in-jump out Coop adventure. Friends and families can play as Rayman, Globox or one of two Teensies for moments of pure fun where they help each other plus compete against one another to complete the levels and collect as many Lums as possible. While the game’s simple controls make it enjoyable by everyone, the most skilled players will find the challenges they’re looking for and have their gaming expertise pushed to their limits if they want to find all secret areas and access the bonus “Land of the Dead” world.

From start to finish, Rayman Origins has been designed with one core objective: offering memorable moments of interactive entertainment to all people looking for a crazy adventure, full of surprises and immediate fun.

For more information about Rayman Origins, please visit www.rayman-origins.com.

A free demo is available for download on the Xbox Live Arcade and the PlayStation Network.

STREET FIGHTER IV: VOLT **ON SALE FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY!**
Platform: iPhone and iPod touch
Publisher: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Release Date: June 30, 2011
Price: $0.99 (regularly
Street Fighter IV: Volt perfects the acclaimed iOS fighting game with the addition if WiFi support for V.S. mode. Players can now battle fighters on opposite ends of the earth for the coveted “World Warrior” title.

Street Fighter IV: Volt for iPhone is played in the classic Street Fighter 2D perspective with additional 3D camera flourishes. A unique four-button control system has been created, with a host of new special moves and features integrated into the gameplay system.

MONSTER HUNTER: DYNAMIC HUNTING *RECENTLY UPDATED*
Platform: iPhone and iPod touch
Publisher: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Release Date: June 1, 2011
Price: $4.99
Monster Hunter: Dynamic Hunting transports the player to a fantasy environment where massive creatures roam the land. In epic encounters against titanic beasts you’ll battle claw against sword for glory and survival.

Players interact with the game using a new intuitive control system. Eschewing the typical D-pad, players swing their weapon in Monster Hunter: Dynamic Hunting by tapping the target with one finger. Blocks can be performed by tapping the screen with two fingers while evading is accomplished by sliding two fingers left or right. Basic movement can be accomplished by sliding a single finger, left or right. The result is an effortless control scheme that takes full advantage of the device’s touch screen.

Upon defeating beasts players unlock materials that they can use to craft new more powerful weapons. There are nearly 40 different weapons in the game divided into three main categories: one-handed swords, big swords and double swords. Players can also team up with a friend and share the hunt as well as the spoils via Bluetooth.

STREET FIGHTER II COLLECTION *RECENTLY LAUNCHED*
Platform: iPhone and iPod touch
Publisher: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Release Date: September 15, 2011
Price: $3.99
Street Fighter II Collection includes three of the original and renowned fighting games from the franchise together in one app: Street Fighter II, Street Fighter II: Champion Edition and Street Fighter II: Hyper Fighting. Players can relive the epic fighting action of these classic games with tailored features for iOS – an easy-to-use one button finishing move and competitive network play via Bluetooth support.

RESIDENT EVIL 4: PLATINUM *RECENTLY UPDATED*
Platform: iPhone and iPod touch
Publisher: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Release Date: July 27, 2009
Price: $4.99
Play Resident Evil 4 Platinum, the game that changed survival horror forever!
Experience one of the most thrilling chapters of the Resident saga in an all new way. Engage in running gun fights against crowds of enemies utilizing Resident Evil 4’s intuitive tap interface. Face an enemy quicker, smarter and scarier than any zombie and put your skills to the ultimate test.

It has been six years since the destruction of Raccoon City. Leon S. Kennedy, formerly Raccoon City Police Department’s idealistic rookie cop, is now a U.S. agent with a top-secret mission to rescue Ashley Graham, the President’s daughter. Leon begins his investigation in an undisclosed Spanish-speaking village in Europe, where he encounters a horde of unruly villagers who pledge their lives to Los Illuminados, the cult that perpetrated Ashley’s kidnapping. As Leon encounters unimaginable horrors, he must find out who or what is behind everything.

On December 6^th, a brand new entertainment experience will debut on Xbox 360 through a significant Xbox LIVE service update¹, complimentary to all console owners. The update will bring a newly designed user interface (dashboard), expanded voice control with Kinect, and the first group of new entertainment custom applications. 

Console owners around the world will feel like they have a new Xbox. The new dashboard is built from the ground up to take full advantage of voice control. People will be able to effortlessly navigate through their favourite entertainment on Xbox 360 using voice or gestures with Kinect for Xbox 360². 

Speaking of entertainment, starting on December 6th and continuing through summer, a wealth of new content will be coming to Xbox 360. New, customised applications for television, movies, internet videos, sports and music will begin rolling out from world-leading providers in more than 20 countries¹. 

Also, brand new personal and social features including Cloud Storage for Game Saves and LIVE Profile, Beacons and Facebook Sharing will launch with the December 6 update, along with enhanced Family Settings. 

From game lovers to movie buffs, to music junkies and sports fans, even more of your favourite entertainment content will come together on Xbox LIVE starting December 6th.

¹ Xbox LIVE Gold subscription (sold separately) required for downloadable content.   

²Kinect voice and gesture controls available with select Xbox LIVE content, and may vary by feature. Features and content vary by region. See xbox.com/live.

Action RPG Title Breaks New Ground as the First Mature-rated

The Lord of the Rings Game, Delivering an All-new Story to the Canon 

SYDNEY, Australia. – November 23, 2011 – Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today announced the launch of The Lord of the Rings: War in the North in Australia for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and Games for Windows. Inspired by The Lord of the Rings films and literature, this Action RPG game supports co-op for up to three players and introduces a new story to the canon. 

In The Lord of the Rings: War in the North gamers will play as part of a three-player Fellowship including Farin the Dwarf Champion, Eradan the Human Ranger, and Andriel the Elf Loremaster. Each character boasts different strengths and abilities needed to defeat their foes, requiring players to play together or perish. The Giant Eagle, Beleram, lends crucial support to the Fellowship, and can be called in by players for strategic attacks against hordes of Orcs, Trolls and other remorseless creatures of Middle-earth. 

“The Lord of the Rings: War in the North blends unrelenting combat with a great co-op experience for players to journey through an original story in a dark Middle-earth like the one portrayed in the original novels,” said Samantha Ryan, Senior Vice President, Production and Development, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment.  “The game delivers high quality graphics and customisation perfect for The Lord of the Rings fans.” 

Supporting local or online co-op, Fellowships can be configured in two or three player LAN or online play, or up to two player split screen. A strong Fellowship is born from strong team members, so players can individually customise and upgrade their characters, taking advantage of the literally thousands of weapons, armour pieces and items as well as other unique skills and abilities in the game. The game also supports single player mode with AI companions. 

A Collector’s Edition of the game is available now for PS3 and Xbox 360. Featuring the Snow Troll exclusive figurine, the Collector’s Edition includes a special War in the North art collection showcasing the characters, enemies and environments from the game, as well as a behind-the-music DVD and platform-specific digital content. 

Also available from WaterTower Music is The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Original Video Game Score by award-winning composer Inon Zur. This 19 track score to the game, recorded at famed Abbey Road Studios in the UK, will be available at all digital retailers. 

NVIDIA worked with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and Snowblind Studios to ensure that The Lord of the Rings: War in the North for PC takes advantage of the 3D image quality of NVIDIA® 3D Vision™ technology. 3D Vision, which provides PC gamers with the ultimate immersive 3D experience, adds a new dimension to the gaming experience, allowing users to enjoy the breathtaking worlds of The Lord of the Rings: War in the North in rich, life-like stereoscopic 3D.

The Lord of the Rings: War in the North is rated “MA15+” by the Classification Review Board. The Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3 versions are priced at $79.95 and the Games for Windows version is priced at $69.95

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC Entertainment today announced that the critically acclaimed Batman: Arkham City is now available for Games for Windows LIVE, Steam® and other digital platforms.

[We also have a limited number of Steam codes available for review. Please email me to request one.]

The game is also available for Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system.

In addition to the PC version of the game, the Robin Bundle Pack is now available on Xbox LIVE® Marketplace for 560 Microsoft Points, PlayStation®Network (soon) for $11.45, as well as all supported digital platforms.

In the Robin Bundle Pack, Robin will come complete with his own unique gadgets and special moves, and will be playable in all challenge maps in the game, as well as two additional challenge maps that are included with the pack – Black Mask Hideout and Freight Train Escape. The pack will also contain two alternative Robin character skins.

Watch lovers can now ‘try on’ Tissot’s latest range with the touch of a button thanks to the Swiss watchmakers’ 3D augmented reality technology.

Throughout November, JR Duty Free shop windows across the country will be transformed into an interactive shopping experience where – using a camera and touchscreen system – sophisticated 3D technology transforms a paper wristband into any Tissot watch. Consumers will not only see how watches look on their wrist, they can also experiment with the touch screen features, including the diver functionality of the Sea Touch and the altimeter, meteo, compass and thermometer of the wider ranges.

In addition people using the machine can take a picture of themselves and post it to twitter or Instagram using the hashtag #TissotReality to enter to win the watch of their choice every week of the campaign.

Tissot will also be giving an additional Tissot Racing Touch watch per day, valued at $750RRP. To enter customers who try or buy a watchfrom JR Duty Free during the promotion simply need to scan the QR code from the window or paper watch and enter via the TISSOT Australia microsite, www.tissot.com.au/reality. Alternatively, they can access the microsite directly to enter.

For Tissot fans who don’t have access to one of the participating JR Duty Free Stores there’s a simple solution. By logging onto the Tissot website visitors can easily download the wristband, and using a webcam, can also virtually ‘try on’ watches.

The Augmented Reality application is available on the Tissot website www.tissot.ch/reality.