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Snuggle up under the covers and watch all the fun when Skeeter Bronson (ADAM SANDLER) takes his niece and nephew on hilarious nightly escapades with the release of the Number One Family Comedy of the Year – BEDTIME STORIES on Disney DVD and 2-Disc Disney Blu-rayTM Combo Pack, which includes a Blu-ray Disc plus a DVD copy of the film in a single package, from 3 June 2009.

Hotel handyman Skeeter Bronson (ADAM SANDLER) has hotel management in his blood. Raised by his father Marty (JONATHAN PRICE) with his sister Wendy in the family motel, Skeeter it seems is destined to take over the family business that he loves with all his heart.

However when Marty can no longer afford to maintain the motel, he sells out to hotel tycoon Barry Nottingham (RICHARD GRIFFITHS) with one provision. Once Skeeter is old enough, he would take over management of the hotel.

Years later we find Skeeter working at the same Hotel but not as the manager, but as the janitor and handyman. Skeeter still holds out hope that he will be rightfully made manager, but when Nottingham announces his future son-in-law and Skeeter’s sworn adversary Kendall (GUY PIERCE) as the new manager of a massive new hotel complex, Skeeter is shattered.

Meanwhile Skeeter’s serious sister Wendy (COURTNEY COX) has to go out of town for a few days, and in desperation, asks Skeeter to assist her friend Jill (KERRI RUSSELL) to care for her two children, Patrick (JOHNATHAN MORGAN HEIT) and Bobbi (LAURA ANNE KESLING), and their lovable pet hamster.

Having never spent much time with his nephew and niece, Skeeter begins to tell them outlandish bedtime stories. The children soon begin to assist in the story telling, and as they do, the BEDTIME STORIES begin to come true.

Can Skeeter control the stories to help him defeat his sworn enemy Kendell (GUY PEARCE) and win his dream job of managing the new hotel, and the heart of Nottingham’s glamorous daughter (Australian starlet TERESA PALMER)? Will Skeeter see that Jill is the one true love for him? Or will Skeeter be the victim of his niece and nephews fantastic imaginations?             

Directed by ADAM SHANKMAN (Hairspray, The Wedding Planner) and with a brilliant cameo from English comedian RUSSELL BRAND, BEDTIME STORIES is a hysterical journey the whole family will fall in love with. 

BEDTIME STORIES, available on Disney DVD and 2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack, is jam-packed full of hysterical bonus features including hilarious outtakes, bloopers and behind-the-scenes interviews and special features.

Don’t miss your chance to bring home BEDTIME STORIES, the Number One Family Comedy of 2009!

 
Available to own on DVD: 3 June 2009
Rated: G
Running time:  95 Minutes

MELBOURNE, Thursday, 16 April 2009 – One of the most exciting and innovative of recent Australian films, MEN’S GROUP is a revelatory and ultimately uplifting drama packed with incredible performances – earning the film, and lead actor Grant Dodwell, 2008 Inside Film Awards for Best Feature Film and Best Actor, as well as for Best Script.

MEN’S GROUP is the story of six very different men who meet once a week to talk. When they begin they are complete strangers. As trust grows they gradually begin to share and discover that they are not quite so alone in their fears. It takes a tragedy for the men to finally understand that they must take responsibilities for their own lives and those of their loved ones.

In creating MEN’S GROUP, director Michael Joy was anxious to give men a realistic voice, so he pioneered a unique directorial method. He gave each of the six actors a strong character and a back story known only to them individually, then placed all six men in a room together, leaving them to choose their own approach at unveiling their stories.

Producer John L. Simpson explains, “The actors were not allowed to see the script, as we wanted to capture their first responses to their [characters’] lives as they unfolded in real time as the cameras were rolling.”  This ground-breaking technique means that the performances captured in MEN’S GROUP are utterly raw and frighteningly real.

Given that Australian men are notoriously hard-edged and rarely forthcoming with their emotions, MEN’S GROUP is particularly relevant in the context of the current recession, where pressures of lay-offs and economic uncertainty are likely to be at the forefront of the male breadwinners’ concerns.

SYDNEY – April 15, 2009 – Microsoft today announced the newest addition to its SideWinder Gaming range, the SideWinder X3™ Mouse. 

This eight-button, ambidextrous gaming mouse delivers comfort for either hand along with the performance features fans of SideWinder products know and love. These include a 2,000 dots-per-inch (dpi) laser-tracking engine with on-the-fly dpi switching between high, medium and low sensitivity.

The SideWinder X3 Mouse is easy on the wallet without skimping on performance, offering gamers a set of features to help keep them ahead of the competition.

“In-game comfort continues to be a key consideration for PC gamers,” said Danica Aitken, ANZ Product Marketing Manager, Internet Communications Hardware for Microsoft. “With that in mind the SideWinder X3 has been designed to be ambidextrous and small in size.  It’s ideal for gaming as well as everyday use.”

The SideWinder X3 Mouse joins a stable of powerful SideWinder gaming peripherals including the SideWinder X8 Mouse, the first mouse to offer best-in-class tracking with Microsoft BlueTrack Technology and the SideWinder X5 Mouse – a fast, powerful gaming mouse designed to help give mainstream gamers that competitive edge, the original Sidewinder Mouse and the revolutionary Sidewinder X6 Keyboard.

“We have designed a gaming range which gives mainstream and hardcore gamers alike, a choice of premium quality products across several price-points,” Ms Aitken said. “The SideWinder X3 is the latest addition offering versatility and value for money.”

Like its siblings, the SideWinder X3 Mouse has five programmable main buttons that are customisable to gamers’ preferences and tested for extreme gaming, with the main button life rated to 10 million clicks. Additional features include:

·         IntelliPoint software to create and assign macros
·         Wide, detented scroll wheel for more precise click movement
·         Low-profile lateral side buttons for easy access during gaming and everyday computing
·         Wide-glide feet for smooth handling and a light, balanced feel

More about the Sidewinder range:

SideWinder X8 Mouse

Microsoft’s SideWinder X8 Mouse is the first in the range to include Microsoft’s new proprietary BlueTrack Technology ensuring the ultimate rate, speed and acceleration on virtually any surface1. The X8 offers gamers wireless freedom with wired performance with a 2.4GHz wireless connection that is designed for lag-free play. Gaming will no longer be interrupted thanks to the X8’s innovative play-and-charge system – ensuring a nonstop gaming experience — up to 30 hours of active gaming on a single charge.

The X8 also offers smart features to enhance the gaming experience, including an LCD screen on the mouse to quickly view dpi settings and macro-recording icons.

SideWinder X5 Mouse

The SideWinder X5 Mouse is a fast, powerful gaming mouse with nine buttons designed for handling with vertical side buttons, adjustable sensitivity switching up to 2,000 dpi. With five customisable buttons, and a Quick-Launch button that launches the Windows Vista Games Explorer this mouse is designed for gaming2.

SideWinder X6 Keyboard

The SideWinder X6 Keyboard is more than a standard keyboard – it was built with gamers in mind, to give them the edge over the competition. The X6 is the first gaming keyboard on the market with a switchable key pad, allowing gamers to play left or right-handed. With features, including cruise control, record button, adjustable backlighting and WASD gaming keys, this keyboard is a great gaming addition.

Sidewinder Mouse

The first mouse in the SideWinder range, this gaming mouse set itself apart from other gaming products on the market at the time with one-touch access to the Windows Vista® Games Explorer, 10 buttons with five programmable main buttons, the first in-game macro record button right on the mouse and the first-ever LCD on a gaming mouse.

Pricing and Availability:

The SideWinder X3 Mouse will be available in May 2009 for a recommended retail price of $59.953.

The SideWinder X5 Mouse, SideWinder X8 Mouse and SideWinder X6 Keyboard are all available now for the below recommended retail prices:

SideWinder X5 Mouse – $99.953

SideWinder X8 Mouse – $149.953

SideWinder X6 Keyboard – $149.953

SideWinder Mouse – $129.953

About Microsoft Hardware

For 25 years, the Hardware Group has employed innovative engineering, cutting-edge industrial design and extensive usability testing to create products of exceptional quality and durability that enhance the software experience and strengthen the connection between consumers and their PC. Microsoft Hardware is an industry leader in ergonomic engineering, industrial design and hardware/software compatibility, which helps offer consumers an easier, more convenient and more enjoyable computing experience. Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer, which launched in 1999, earned a place on PCWorld.com’s December 2005 list of “The 50 Greatest Gadgets of the Past 50 Years” as the first mainstream optical mouse that “brought gunk-free pointing devices” to a broad consumer base. More information about the Hardware Group is available at http://www.microsoft.com/hardware.

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.

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1 BlueTrack Technology does not work on clear glass or mirrored surfaces.

2 The Quick Launch button will open IntelliType keyboard or IntelliPoint mouse software when using Windows XP.

3 Recommended retail prices. At participating retailers. The price a customer pays will be determined by their retailer.

We wanted to let you know that Activision has launched the official Web site for the Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen video game at www.TransformersGame.com.  Fans can log on and join a global Transformers community to get the latest news, images, videos and developer insight about the highly-anticipated video game set to hit shelves this winter. 

Once they join the battle, fans can personalise the look and feel of the site by choosing their favourite character-based Transformer theme.  Members will then receive exclusive updates through email newsletters and also be granted instant access to a range of exclusive concept art, in-game screenshots and all upcoming video reveals leading to the launch of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.  To add to the immersive experience even further, the Web site will soon expand to include an in-depth developer blog, streaming music from the game and the return of the hit web game, Battle for the AllSpark V2. 

The Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen video game, based on the upcoming live-action feature film from DreamWorks Pictures and Paramount Pictures in association with Hasbro, lets players take on the role of their favourite AUTOBOTS or DECEPTICONS, picking from the largest, most diverse range of playable Transformers – each with their own distinct abilities and weaponry.  Set in unique environments across the globe such as Cairo and Shanghai, the game allows players to instantly switch between vehicle and robot modes as they drive, fly, fight and blast their way through intense, pressure-packed levels.  After engaging in single player action, players for the first time ever will be able to go online and battle friends in all-new multiplayer modes. 

The Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen video game is currently in development by Luxoflux for the Xbox 360 and PS3, and by Beenox Studios for Windows PC.  Also, Krome Studios is developing a distinct Wii version and Vicarious Visions is developing two unique AUTOBOT or DECEPTICON-specific Nintendo DS versions.

– Fully Localised Versions of ‘Demigod’ Dated for European and PAL Territories – 

Demigod, the innovative hybrid gaming experience developed by Gas Powered Games that blends action, strategy and role-playing elements, will be available on PC in Australia on 14 May 2009.  Demigod will be fully localised so players can lead their minions in the language of their choice from English, French, Italian, German and Spanish, to wage war against their rivals.  

Set in a magical world where gods walk among mortals, players can choose from a dozen unique demigods to battle their way into the pantheon of the gods.  Each demigod has their own special skills, powers and capabilities that can be upgraded by capturing enemy citadels and brushing aside hordes of rival minions.  The brutal conflicts take place in a variety of arenas where players can purchase better equipment and improve their Citadel with the ultimate goal of laying waste to the opposing faction. 

Demigod makes use of Stardock’s Impulse Reactor which provides intelligent match-making, on-line tournaments, player skill ratings, and much more.   

For further details about Demigod, please visit www.demigodthegame.com.

For more information on Atari’s entire product line up visit www.atari.com.au and log on to the Atari Trade Site for all box shots, demos, trailers and online screenshots.

Watch the Gambit Trailer here and see why you must be Creole to be kind when Gambit, sentinels and The Blob join the fight.  

See why Raven is the best at what they do with the Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Trailer Part 2. Watch it here! 

For more information visit www.uncaged.com

Virtua Tennis 2009 is the first 3rd party title for Wii to feature Wii MotionPlus support.

Wednesday 15th April 2009 – SEGA Europe Ltd. today announced that Virtua Tennis™ 2009 will support the new Wii MotionPlus™ feature. This means that for the first time Nintendo Wii™ owners will be able to experience the thrill of playing with the Wii Remote™ as you would with a real-tennis racket.

The Wii MotionPlus feature allows players greater control than ever before, with the Wii responding more accurately to the swings and shots of each individual player. With Wii MotionPlus and Virtua Tennis 2009 the shots you play in your living room are mimicked by your on screen character, so that satisfying cross court winner, or drop shot followed by the roar of the crowd feels so much more rewarding. As well as direction, Wii MotionPlus will allow a slice to be played with a simple twist of the wrist, while an upward motion allows players to lob the ball over your opponents head.

Virtua Tennis 2009 is due for release on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system, the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, the Nintendo Wii system and the PC in May 2009.  Further information relating to the content of the game will be available over the coming months from the official website of the game – www.virtuatennis2009.com.

For all press assets on Virtua Tennis 2009 and other SEGA games, please visit www.sega-press.com.

‘Levels & Environments’ trailer’s new footage and developer insight commentary demonstrate scale of Damnation’s vertical levels: www.damnationthegame.co.uk

– Wednesday 15th April 2009 – Unveiling the variety of the incredible open-world expanses in Damnation’s levels, Codemasters™ today release an all-new video with developer commentary for the steam-punk themed shooter. Available to view or download now from www.damnationthegame.co.uk, the “Levels & Environments” video features developer commentary from Blue Omega’s Jacob Minkoff and offers an insight into how Blue Omega created such awe-inspiring game environments and the vertical nature of the expansive levels on offer in ‘Damnation’.

With a new release date set for 28nd May 2009 on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft®, the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and the PC, ‘Damnation’ distances itself from the linear nature of most modern day shooters and offers players true choice in how to traverse the massive streaming environments. Players will duck, dive, leap, shoot and fight through vast, streaming levels teaming with hostile troops – from industrial towns, through lush, sun kissed, leafy mountainside ruins and into the frozen tundra’s of the north.

“All the environments have multiple paths through them, giving players real freedom in deciding how to go about tackling the enemy,” says Jacob Minkoff, Lead Game Designer. “Some will prefer to run straight at them with their trusty Railroad Spike Gun. Others would prefer to climb and leap right to the top, avoiding direct fire fights by sniping and raining down death from above.”

In addition to the extensive single-player campaign, ‘Damnation’ also delivers drop-in-drop-out co-operative online play and innovative multiplayer modes. Taking advantage of the scale and height of ‘Damnation’s’ levels, new game types and traditional deathmatch and capture the flag modes are given a vertical twist, where players have to balance firepower and agility and can kill or be killed from any direction.
Currently in development at Blue Omega’s facilities in Annapolis, USA, ‘Damnation’ will be available for Xbox 360, the PLAYSTATION 3 system and PC on the 28nd May 2009. To download the video or to acquire more information regarding ‘Damnation’ visit www.damnationthegame.co.uk

For more information on Atari’s entire product line up visit www.atari.com.au and log on to the Atari Trade Site for all box shots, demos, trailers and online screenshots.

Online voting at GreatestHits.GuitarHero.com Begins Today  

Sydney, AUSTRALIA – April 14, 2009 – Guitar Hero® fans can now cast their votes online at GreatestHits.GuitarHero.com to determine the order in which songs will be revealed for Activision Publishing, Inc.’s (Nasdaq: ATVI) Guitar Hero® Greatest Hits. Guitar Hero Greatest Hits takes the most exciting, recognizable and fun to play music from genre-defining titles Guitar Hero®, Guitar Hero® II, Guitar Hero® Encore: Rocks the 80s and Guitar Hero® III: Legends of Rock, which were previously available for guitar-only in-game play, and delivers them as a compelling and dynamic full band experience.

Starting today, music and video game fans alike can visit GreatestHits.GuitarHero.com to cast their votes for which previous Guitar Hero game they would like the set list unveiled from first.  Each week, a portion of the Guitar Hero Greatest Hits set list will be revealed based on which prior game captures the most votes.

Guitar Hero Greatest Hits feature the most memorable songs from Guitar Hero games together in one epic set list, including these tracks:

·        Guitar Hero

o       “Killer Queen” – Queen

o       “I Love Rock N Roll” – Joan Jett and The Blackhearts

o       “Bark At The Moon” – Ozzy Osbourne          

·        Guitar Hero II

o       “Them Bones” – Alice in Chains

o       “Killing in the Name” – Rage Against The Machine

o       “Message In A Bottle” – The Police      

o       “Carry On Wayward Son” – Kansas   

o       “Free Bird” – Lynyrd Skynyrd 

·        Guitar Hero Encore: Rocks the 80s

o       “I Wanna Rock” – Twisted Sister

o        “Nothin But A Good Time” – Poison

·        Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock

o       “Barracuda” – Heart

o       “Through the Fire and Flames” – DragonForce

Turn down the lights, crank up the amps and prepare to command centre stage as some of the most famous AND infamous tracks from Guitar Hero, Guitar Hero II, Guitar Hero Encore: Rocks the 80s and Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock step into the spotlight in the most epic, full band jam session to-date – Guitar Hero Greatest Hits. The #1 best-selling video game franchise of 2008 presents the best of the best to music video game aficionados so they can join together for guitar, bass, drums and vocals in-game and rock to master tracks of their favourite Guitar Hero music.

Featuring 48 master recordings, Guitar Hero Greatest Hits delivers exciting online and offline gameplay modes including Band Career and 8-player “Battle of the Bands,” which allows two full bands to compete head-to-head online. Players’ rock n’ roll fantasies turn to realities as they create their rocker, compose original music and share it with the world through the innovative Music Studio, GHTunesSM and robust Rock Star Creator gameplay modes first introduced in Guitar Hero® World Tour. 

Developed by Beenox Studios, Guitar Hero Greatest Hits for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii™ home video game system from Nintendo, and PLAYSTATION®3 and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment systems are scheduled for release in June. For more information about the game, visit www.GuitarHero.com.

About Activision Publishing, Inc.

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products.

Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan and South Korea. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company’s website, www.activision.com.

***The Guitar Hero Greatest Hits Trailer will be available from Tuesday 14th April.

***Please note that the in the US the title for this release is Guitar Hero Smash Hits.