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TIM BURTON’S FRANKENWEENIE COMES TO LIFE IN DISNEY’S HIT MOBILE GAME ‘WHERE’S MY WATER? FREE’

“10 Days of Frankenweenie” level pack launched today with special black and white levels, a  Sparky cameo and new theme music inspired by the film”

Sydney, Australia – September 28, 2012 – Disney launched today “10 Days of Frankenweenie,”  a new free level pack for the hit mobile game Where’s My Water? Free. Inspired by Disney’s stopmotion  animated film “Frankenweenie,” directed by acclaimed filmmaker Tim Burton, the level pack  features new black and white levels that combine the film’s retro look and feel with the gameplay of  Where’s My Water?.

Players of Where’s My Water? Free will enjoy the new movie-themed comic panel featuring  Sparky, the beloved dog from the film, in addition to the “Frankenweenie”-themed locked level  icons, collectibles and more. “10 Days of Frankenweenie” also features a brand-new soundtrack  inspired by the film, including a Danny Elfman-esque theme featuring a child choir, all new music mixes for the levels and spooky sound effects.

From creative genius Tim Burton (“Alice in Wonderland,” The Nightmare Before Christmas”) comes “Frankenweenie,” a heartwarming tale about a boy and his dog. After unexpectedly losing his beloved dog Sparky, young Victor harnesses the power of science to bring his best friend back to life—with just a few minor adjustments. He tries to hide his home-sewn creation, but when Sparky gets out, Victor’s fellow students, teachers and the entire town all learn that getting a new “leash on life” can be monstrous.

A stop-motion animated film, “Frankenweenie” was filmed in black and white and rendered in 3D. The talented voice cast includes: Catherine O’Hara, Martin Short, Martin Landau, Charlie Tahan, Atticus Shaffer, Robert Capron, Conchata Ferrell and Winona Ryder.

Presented by Disney, “Frankenweenie” is directed by Tim Burton, produced by Tim Burton and Allison Abbate, from a screenplay by John August, based on a screenplay by Lenny Ripps, based on an original idea by Tim Burton.

“Frankenweenie” releases in Australian theatres on October 25, 2012 & in New Zealand on October 18 2012

Download Where’s My Water? Free for the iPhone, iPod touch and iPad at: http://bit.ly/WMWFree

Download Where’s My Water? Free for Android devices at: http://bit.ly/WMWFreeAndroid

 
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Dishonored | The Tales from Dunwall ~ Episode 3: The Mind of Madness (final ep)

Bethesda has just released ‘In the Mind of Madness’, the final chapter in three-part Dishonored webisode series entitled ‘The Tales from Dunwall’.

‘In the Mind of Madness’ introduces Piero, a key figure in the city of Dunwall, who also plays a pivotal role in Corvo’s story.      

All three episodes were created by Psyop and Rokkan, and were scored by Daniel Licht (Dexter). Chloë Grace Moretz (Kick Ass) provides the narration. All episodes are currently featured on the game’s official site, www.Dishonored.com

Dishonored casts you as a supernatural assassin driven by revenge. Creatively eliminate your targets with the flexible combat system as you combine supernatural abilities with weapons and gadgets at your disposal. Dishonored will be available in Australia, New Zealand and Spain on October 11, 2012, throughout Europe on October 12, 2012, and is slated for release on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC.

 
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THE WEDDING PARTY

starring Josh Lawson, Isabel Lucas, Essie Davis, Kestie Morassi, Steve Bisley, Nadine Garner, Adam Zwar, Rhonda Burchmore, Heather Mitchell, Geoff Paine, Nikita Leigh-Pritchard & in his last screen appearance – Bill Hunter

Best Feature Film – New York City International Film Festival
Best Feature Film – Los Angeles International Comedy Film Festival
Best International Feature Film – Manhattan International Film Festival
Best Comedy- Alaska International Film Festival
Best Feature Film Winner – Los Angeles International Movie Awards
Best Feature Film Winner – Bel Air International Film Festival
Golden Ace Award Winner – Las Vegas International Film Festival
Opening Night Film – Melbourne International Film Festival
Voted Most Popular Australian Film – Melbourne International Film Festival

Steve Thompson, a lovable anti-hero, is the youngest son in the gloriously flawed Thompson family. In a bid to save himself from financial ruin, Steve does the unthinkable and agrees to marry Ana, a Russian woman seeking residency in exchange for a huge sum of cash.

Behind closed doors the deal is done, a secret wedding is arranged and in no time life will be back to normal, or so Steve thinks… until a nosy family friend gets wind of the wedding plans and before sundown the whole Thompson family is gripped by wedding fever.

Although Steve’s family could use some constructive therapy for their own relationships, they rally together to support Steve in preparation for the world’s most farcical wedding. What was once a private registry affair is now a fully-fledged spectacle as Steve’s lie takes on a life of its own, and he is more and more consumed by the fear that he has ruined his chance to be with his true love, Jacqui, forever.

An international film festival sensation, Amanda Jane’s directorial debut THE WEDDING PARTY brings together a deliciously funny and unforgettable Australian ensemble cast.

In cinemas nationally October 11

Check out the trailer at:

http://www.theweddingpartyfilm.com/

 
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Trickster Online Challenges Players to Solve the Riddle of the Tapasco Theme Spa

SG Interactive’s Anime-Inspired Popular Online Role-Playing Expands Cabella Island with New Dungeon, Puzzle Challenges, Boss Battles and End-Game Player Items

Irvine, Calif.September 27, 2012 ­– SG Interactive, a leading North American free-to-play game publisher, today unleashed the Tapasco Theme Spa, a new four-level dungeon for Trickster Online. Starting today high-level players can journey to this new and mysterious bath house located on top of Tapasco Volcano, battle the crazed staff and patrons, complete challenging mental puzzles, and discover what lies beneath this luxurious day spa.

An all new dungeon open to players level 230 and up, the Tapasco Theme Spa features four levels that become progressively harder as ambitious adventurers quest to discover the meaning to the spa’s sudden appearance, and what it has in store for Cabella Island.

“The Tapasco Theme Spa is targeted for our long-time high-level players, expanding the world of Trickster Online and giving newer players something to work towards,” said Claire Lee, casual team manager and producer of Trickster Online for SG Interactive. “But players should take care, as this new dungeon has the strongest and most challenging mini and end-bosses ever released in the game.”

As gamers dive deeper into Tapasco Theme Spa and the active volcano beneath it, they’ll need to defeat the more than 10 new monster types running amuck, multiple puzzle types that bar passage, as well as several powerful mini-bosses guarding the final level. Rumor is the powerful Spice Dragon waits for tenacious gamers, offering the most powerful items the game has ever seen should they defeat it.

About Trickster Online

Trickster Online is an anime-style MMORPG set on a fantasy atoll named Caballa Island, located somewhere in the Pacific Ocean. Upon his death, the eccentric billionaire Don Cavallier challenged players to journey to his magical island to solve mysteries, discover new friends and dig up powerful cards for the chance to earn their part of his massive fortune. Gamers can choose to become an animal-based character belonging to one of the game’s four classes: Power, Magic, Sense and Charm. Once on the island, players work towards the games’ level cap of 400 either by themselves or in experience-enhancing groups of six as they defeat monsters, explore the island and dig up cards in order to call upon the mysterious powers of the Harkon. As characters level and become more powerful, new abilities, adventures and outfits become available to the player, advancing their quest as the story of Trickster Online unfolds. To get up-to-date information on Trickster Online’s Community and Fan Pages, check out the following links:

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TricksterOnline

Websitehttp://trickster.gamerage.com/

Twitter – @Trickster_NA

About SG Interactive

Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., SG Interactive is a publisher of high-quality free-to-play online games. Founded in 2006, SG Interactive is dedicated to providing players with engaging online games for the casual and hard-core gamer, a welcoming virtual community and outstanding customer support. Offering a diverse and expanding selection of titles, which currently includes anime action brawler Grand Chase: Heroes, casual golf game Pangya Tomahawk, MMORPG Trickster Online, and multiplayer first-person shooters Project Blackout and CrossFire Europe, SG Interactive hopes to continue bringing smiles to players all over the world with its online gaming portal, http://gamerage.com.

 
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The Identity Thief – Official Trailer (HD) … from the creator of Horrible Bosses

The first trailer for the comedy Identity Thief has been released. Directed by Seth Gordon (Horrible Bosses), the movie stars Jason Bateman as an accounts rep who has a week to travel across the country and track down the con artist (Melissa McCarthy) who stole his identity.

 
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Injustice: Gods Among Us Collector’s Edition Revealed

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC Entertainment today unveiled details for the Injustice: Gods Among Us Collector’s Edition.  The Australian package will be available beginning April 2013 in limited quantities for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment.

The Australian  Injustice: Gods Among Us Collector’s Edition will include:

  • Exclusive 25cm Injustice Collectible statue featuring iconic characters Batman and Wonder Woman
  • Two issues of a brand new DC Comics series
  • Exclusive Steelbook™ casing
  • Three exclusive skins based on Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman from DC COMICS – THE NEW 52

Injustice: Gods Among Us introduces a bold new franchise to the fighting game genre from NetherRealm Studios, creators of the definitive fighting game Mortal Kombat.  Featuring DC Comics icons such Batman, Cyborg, The Flash, Harley Quinn, Nightwing, Solomon Grundy, Superman and Wonder Woman, the latest title from the award-winning studio presents a deep original story. Heroes and villains will engage in epic battles on a massive scale in a world where the line between good and evil has been blurred.  The game is scheduled for release April 2013 for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and the Wii U™.

For more information, visit www.injustice.com.

 
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BIOWARE DELIVERS THE ULTIMATE VALUE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WITH THE MASS EFFECT TRILOGY COMPILATION

Get all Three Critically-Acclaimed Mass Effect Games for One Low Price this Holiday and Join BioWare in Celebrating Commander Shepard on November 7th for “N7 Day”

SYDNEY, Australia.– Sept. 27, 2012 – Winner of over 300 awards. Recipient of over 200 perfect scores. A universe that has expanded beyond games to comics, novels, apparel, collectibles, action figures and more. The Mass Effect franchise has become one of the most heralded series in video game history. BioWare, a division of Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA), today unveiled the Mass Effect Trilogy, a compilation of all three award-winning Mass Effect games in one box. Available in Australian and NZ stores beginning November 8, 2012 for only $89.99 (PC) $99.99 (Xbox 360, PS3) the Mass Effect Trilogy is the perfect holiday gift for longtime fans or friends who have yet to experience Commander Shepard’s epic journey to save the galaxy.

Coinciding with the launch of Mass Effect Trilogy, BioWare will kick off the first annual “N7 Day,” a worldwide celebration of the Mass Effect franchise on November 7, 2012. Stay tuned to http://MassEffect.com for updates and announcements for a variety of in-game, online and live events which fans can congregate and fly their N7 colors.

The Mass Effect trilogy follows the rise of Commander Shepard from Alliance Marine to becoming the galaxy’s most elite soldier – the only soldier who can lead an all-out galactic war against an ancient alien race known as the Reapers. Heart-pounding action meets gripping interactive storytelling as players decide how their unique story unfolds over all three games. With a team of loyal soldiers at their side, each player decides how they will save the galaxy, from the weapons and abilities they utilize to the relationships they forge or break.

The Mass Effect Trilogy will be available on the Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system and PC on November 8, and will be available at a later date for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system. Mass Effect, the game which started it all, will be available on PlayStation 3 for the first time through the Mass Effect Trilogy and digitally as a standalone title via the PlayStation Network. For more information about Mass Effect Trilogy, please visit the game’s official web site at http://MassEffect.com. Fans can also receive more Mass Effect updates and “N7 Day” news on Twitter at http://twitter.com/masseffect, or on Facebook at http://facebook.com/masseffect.

 
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VIDEO: Far Cry 3 – The Savages

 
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MARVEL VS. CAPCOM ORIGINS BRINGS THE GLORY OF THE 90’S ARCADE TO HOME XBOX 360 TODAY WITH A PLAYSTATION 3 VERISON TO FOLLOW

Put away those coins because MARVEL® VS. CAPCOM® ORIGINS is now available to download for home consoles! The game is ready for new challengers today on Xbox LIVE Arcade for 1200 Microsoft Points with a version arriving on PlayStation Network in the very near future.

MARVEL VS. CAPCOM ORIGINS is a compilation of two of the most popular arcade games of the ‘90s – Marvel Super Heroes and Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes. These two classic games are kept arcade-perfect, while adding a host of features sure to tap into arcade nostalgia while meeting today’s online needs.  MARVEL VS. CAPCOM ORIGINS is jam-packed with Marvel and Capcom fan-favourite characters and crazy, beloved gameplay that throws a powerful punch.

MARVEL VS. CAPCOM ORIGINS offers both the one-on-one gameplay of Marvel Super Heroes with its unique Infinity Gem system and the two-on-two carnage of the original Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes, featuring a tag system, assists, and the wild Duo Team Attack. Bringing forth a host of features never-before-seen in these games, MARVEL VS. CAPCOM ORIGINS adds GGPO-enhanced online play with 8-player lobbies and spectator mode, HD graphical upgrades, dynamic challenges and replay saving.

 
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ROCKSMITH™ NOW AVAILABLE IN AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA –Ubisoft® announced that Rocksmith™ – an innovative, efficient and fun way to learn how to play the guitar – will be available in stores from today in Australia and New Zealand for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and for the Sony PlayStation® 3 computer entertainment system.

 

Highly acclaimed in North America, Rocksmith is a revolution in the music game genre: for the first time ever, players can plug any real electric guitar or bass into their Xbox 360 or PlayStation®3 console. Rocksmith is the real thing for those who are serious about guitar learning and playing, with a proven method of learning which automatically adapts to the players’ ability so they can progress at their own pace, and the possibility to play simultaneously guitar and bass with a friend in local multiplayer. Thanks to Rocksmith’s fun and instructive method, players will actually be able to play the guitar, even without the game.

The local version of Rocksmith will include the original game already released in North America plus exclusive additional content, such as the brand new bass guitar mode. 

Players will be able to learn while they play over 50 songs for the ultimate guitar tracklist with the latest hits and classic rock songs, including:

  • Blur – Song 2
  • David Bowie – Rebel Rebel
  • Eric Clapton – Run Back To Your Side
  • Franz Ferdinand – Take Me Out
  • Incubus – I Miss You
  • Interpol – Slow Hands
  • Lenny Kravitz – Are You Gonna Go My Way
  • Lynyrd Skynyrd – Sweet Home Alabama
  • Muse – Unnatural Selection
  • Nirvana – In Bloom
  • Pixies – Where Is My Mind?
  • Queens Of The Stone Age – Go With The Flow
  • Radiohead – High And Dry
  • The Rolling Stones – (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction
  • The White Stripes – Icky Thump
  • Velvet Revolver – Slither

Players will be able to further enjoy their rock experience with the DLC available at the release of the game:  

2 Gear packs:

  • Gear Time Saver Pack: gives immediate access to all the standard effects pedals, amplifiers and cabinets included in Rocksmith
  • Heavy Metal Gear Pack: new additional effects pedals, amplifiers and cabinets dedicated to metal songs

Stand alone songs:

  • Radiohead – Bodysnatchers
  • T. Rex – 20th Century Boy
  • Megadeth – Symphony of Destruction
  • Megadeth – Hangar 18
  • blink-182 – Dammit
  • blink-182 – What’s My Age Again?
  • blink-182 – All the Small Things
  • 3 Doors Down – Kryptonite
  • B.B. King – The Thrill is Gone
  • Foster the People – Pumped Up Kicks
  • Pat Benetar – Hit Me With Your Best Shot

Additional DLC packs are planned for Rocksmith (more information coming soon):

  • Classic Rock DLC pack
  • Alternative Rock DLC pack
  • Metal DLC pack

For more information on Rocksmith, visit www.rocksmith.com