Roadshow Entertainment can today announce that Australia will be the first territory in the world to release THE HUNGER GAMES on DVD and Blu-ray, now confirmed for Friday 17 August.

The DVD will be released in a 2-disc edition, containing hours of additional features and never-before-seen footage. The Blu-ray edition will be a 3-disc ‘Double Play’1, and include content additional to the DVD as well as a digital copy to enable fans to view the movie on portable devices.

Since opening in cinemas nearly ten weeks ago, THE HUNGER GAMES has taken more than $30 million domestically, and almost $650 million worldwide, making it the second biggest release in the past 12 months. The film, based on the New York Times best-selling novel from writer Suzanne Collins, achieved a remarkable four-week run as the #1 film at the US theatrical box office, and the trilogy of books published by Scholastic has become a literary phenomenon with over 36.5 million copies in circulation.

World’s most sophisticated cyber espionage tool can now be removed in seconds 

SYDNEY & AUCKLAND – May 31, 2012 – Bitdefender, the leading global antivirus company, has released a tool to find and remove the most complex, dangerous spy tool yet discovered, the newly discovered Flamer attack toolkit.

Flamer, also known as Skywiper, can steal data, copy passwords, record voice conversations, create screen captures, and even probe bluetooth devices near the infected computer. The toolkit, which is thought to have spawned past espionage tools such as Stuxnet and Duqu, can spread through local networks or on removable drives such as USB sticks.

“Flamer is the scariest cyber espionage tool we’ve yet seen. It goes places where other spyware doesn’t go, retrieves information others don’t retrieve, and ensures the infected computer has no privacy whatsoever,” said Catalin Cosoi, Bitdefender’s Chief Security Researcher. “Luckily, the Bitdefender removal tool makes it easy to eliminate from your computer.”

Flamer is not a single spy tool as such, but rather an entire toolbox at the command of attackers. In file size, it is the biggest attack tool yet. The sheer size of it means researchers will likely still be analysing Flamer for weeks to discover all of its functions.

To determine whether your computer is infected with Flamer, download the Bitdefender removal tool at: http://labs.bitdefender.com/2012/05/cyber-espionage-reaches-new-levels-with-flamer/

Sydney, Australia – May 31, 2012 – Bethesda Softworks®, a ZeniMax® Media company, today announced that DOOM® 3 BFG Edition will be available this Spring and features DOOM® 3 and the Resurrection of Evil® add-on pack, both of which have been completely re-mastered. The package also includes hours of new content – seven new levels entitled ‘The Lost Mission’. DOOM 3 BFG Edition is slated for release for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PC and PlayStation® 3 – making it the first time any DOOM game has ever appeared on the PlayStation 3.

Re-mastered for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, this genre defining game and its add-on pack offers greatly enhanced graphics, deeply immersing the player in the demonic world of this terrifying horror masterpiece. Players will also experience a never-before-seen single-player story, ‘The Lost Mission’ featuring seven heart-pounding levels that will once again have them on the edge of their seats.

DOOM 3, Resurrection of Evil, and ‘The Lost Mission’ have been optimized in 3D, featuring 5.1 surround sound, Xbox 360 Achievements, PlayStation 3 trophies, improved rendering and lighting, and a new check point save system allowing for smoother progression through the game. id® Software has fine-tuned the controls to bring the intensity of the DOOM single and multiplayer experience to the consoles, and DOOM 3 now features the new armour-mounted flashlight, allowing players to illuminate dark corners and blast enemies at the same time.

“DOOM 3 was enthusiastically embraced by gamers worldwide at its release,” said John Carmack, Technical Director at id Software. “Today, the full experience has been enhanced and extended to be better than ever, and is delivered across all the platforms with a silky smooth frame rate and highly responsive controls. New support for 3D TVs, monitors, and head mounted displays also allows players to experience the game with more depth than ever before. We think shooter fans everywhere will love it.”

As a special bonus, DOOM 3 BFG Edition will also include the original DOOM® and DOOM® 2 games, making it the definitive collection of the revolutionary games developed by id Software, the studio that pioneered the first-person shooter genre.

BUDAPEST – May 30, 2012 – Independent developer NeocoreGames have tracked down the first-ever teaser trailer and screenshots for recently announced The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing, giving would-be monster hunters their first glimpse of the young Van Helsing, the brash and larger-than-life hero of the upcoming action-RPG title. The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing, loosely based on Bram Stoker’s classic novel Dracula, is being developed for PC and Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.

Featuring young Van Helsing, son of the famed monster hunter, The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing sets players on a fantastical journey to Borgovia, a kingdom on the very edge Eastern Europe, and the perilous lands surrounding it. In a place where unexplainable technology and supernatural creatures are prevalent, players will take on the role of the romantically dark protagonist in this modernization of the legendary vampire killer. Featuring an immersive storyline, a memorable cast of characters, and a beautifully dark and gothic art style, The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing looks to test the bravest hunters in Q4 2012.

30^th May, 2012 — Wargaming.net, the award-winning game publisher and developer, today announced their participation in the 2012 E3 Expo taking place at the Los Angeles Convention Center June 5th through June 7th. After last year’s massive success of World of Tanks, including awards from outlets such as MMORPG and Massively, the company plans to expand on last year’s presence with larger gaming spaces dedicated to its hugely successful game World of Tanks, as well as its highly anticipated upcoming title World of Warplanes.

Located at Booth 601 in the South Hall and occupying 10,000 square feet, the enormous Wargaming.net booth will feature 21 dedicated gaming stations for World of Tanks, as well as 28 stations for World of Warplanes. The company’s partnership with Alienware will also see each station outfitted with a high-end X51 gaming machine, ensuring that each gameplay session is delivered at the optimal visual and performance level.

Expo attendees looking to make a name for themselves can also participate in the “World of Warplanes Get Airborne” contest, taking place each day at the booth from the opening of the show until 4:30 PM PST. Ambitious pilots will be able to take part in matches in three iconic aircraft and submit their earned credits to potentially win a number of prizes given out daily, including an Alienware Aurora Package, Logitech G940 Flight System and more. Wargaming.net will also be livestreaming booth activities all three days of the show, including new video content and shoutcasted exhibition matches each hour. The livestream will be found at http://www.twitch.tv/worldoftanks.

In addition to World of Tanks and World of Warplanes, representatives from Wargaming.net will be available for interviews to share exciting new details regarding the company’s growth and future plans, including the recent opening of offices in South Korea and Singapore.

“Last year Wargaming.net showed the world that World of Tanks was a global phenomenon and a leader in the free-to-play and MMO space,” said Wargaming.net CEO Victor Kislyi. “This year we’re taking that success and expanding on it with even more great content for World of Tanks, plus the official unveiling of World of Warplanes. You won’t be disappointed!”

About Wargaming.net®

Wargaming.net® is an award-winning online game developer and publisher and one of the leaders in the free-to-play MMO market. Since 1998, the company has published more than 15 titles, including the highly acclaimed Massive Assault and Order of War series. Currently Wargaming.net are focused on establishing the MMO war trilogy that will include their flagship armored World of Tanks, the flight combat World of Warplanes (one of the most anticipated MMOs for 2012), and the naval World of Battleships scheduled for release in 2013.

In celebration of Universal Studio’s 100th Anniversary, one of the most beloved films  of all time comes to Blu?ray for the first time ever!  Available on Blu?ray™ from October 31, 2012.

 E.T. The Extra Terrestrial: Academy Award®?winning director Steven Spielberg’s unforgettable  adventure celebrates its 30th Anniversary with its first?ever release on Blu?ray™ ? Available from  October 31, 2012 as a Blu?ray™ Triple Play.

When an imaginative young boy meets a lost alien, it is the beginning of one of cinema’s most  endearing friendships. Elliot (Henry Thomas) helps the marvelous creature he calls E.T. find his way  back home before government agents can capture him.

First released in 1982, E.T. The Extra?Terrestrial became the biggest blockbuster of the year,  debuting at number one around the world. Even today, the film remains one of the most successful  and well?loved films of all time. Winning a total of four Academy Awards®, the film also features an  unforgettable cast including the adorable Drew Barrymore (He’s Just Not That Into You, Charlie’s  Angels), Henry Thomas (Dear John, Legends of the Fall), Dee Wallace (10, Sons and Daughters) and  Peter Coyote (Erin Brockovich, Law and Order: LA).

Featuring an all?new, digitally remastered picture that delivers six times the resolution of DVD, as  well as all?new 7.1 surround sound, the E.T. The Extra?Terrestrial Anniversary Edition Blu?ray™ triple  play includes the 1982 theatrical movie, an all?new interview with director Steven Spielberg and “The  E.T. Journals” which features an hour of never?before?seen footage from the set of the film. This Bluray  ™ Triple Play pack also includes a DVD and Digital Copy of the film, offering fans a chance to relive  the mystery, laughter and wonder of the iconic movie anytime, anywhere and on the platform of  their choice.

One of the biggest blockbusters of its day, E.T. The Extra?Terrestrial was truly a Global cultural  phenomenon that brought out the child in all of us – Available on Blu?ray™ Triple Play from October

Blu?ray™Bonus Features:
? The E.T. Journals: all?new bonus feature that retraces the day?to?day experience of  creating E.T. including never?before?seen, behind?the?scenes footage
? Steven Spielberg & E.T. All?new, reflective interview with Steven Spielberg
? Deleted Scenes
? A Look Back: The making of E.T. Featuring interviews with Steven Spielberg and the cast
? The E.T. Reunion: The cast and filmmaker reunite
? The Evolution and Creation of E.T. From idea to screenplay, through casting and making  the film
? The Music of E.T. A discussion with composer, John Williams
? The 20th Anniversary Premiere: John Williams plays the score of E.T. live at the Shrine  Auditorium
? Original Theatrical Trailer
N.B. All special features are subject to change at this point in time.

E.T. THE EXTRA?TERRESTRIAL
Director: Steven Spielberg (Jaws, Jurassic Park)
Cast: Drew Barrymore (He’s Just Not That Into You, Charlie’s Angels)
Henry Thomas (Dear John, Legends of the Fall)
Dee Wallace (10, Sons and Daughters)
Peter Coyote (Erin Brockovich, Law and Order: LA)
Price: $39.95 RRP
Duration: 114 Minutes (approximately)
Genre: Family/Adventure/Drama/Sci?Fi
Rating: PG (TBC)
Notes: E.T. The Extra?Terrestrial was nominated for a total of nine Academy Awards®,
including: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Writing and Best
Screenplay, and took home four statuettes for Best Visual Effects, Best Sound Effects
Editing, Best Sound and Best Music.

Melbourne Australia, 30 May 2012 – Definitely for the Twilight Fans… three new character images from Twilight Saga Breaking Dawn Part 2.

29^th May, 2012 — Wargaming.net, the award-winning videogame developer and publisher, today announced that its highly acclaimed MMO action game, World of Tanks, will soon be invaded by some of the most powerful and iconic war machines from Great Britain. The new British tech tree joins the ranks of existing armored vehicles, which include lines from America, France, Germany and the former Soviet Union.

World of Tanks players will get the chance to charge into battle in such recognizable vehicles like the Crusader, Black Prince, Centurion and Conqueror, decimating their opponents and attempting to balance their performance across two main vehicle types – fast and powerful tanks that lack endurance, as well as slow, heavily armored machines with low-damage weaponry.

“The British tanks are by far the most intriguing models we’ve come across over the course of World of Tanks development,” said Wargaming.net Lead Producer Sergey Burkatovskiy. “In giving the players two distinct, yet very different types of vehicles, the development team has worked very carefully to make sure that balance not only fits into the current game, but is also one that’s extremely fun. We can’t wait for our players to experience it for themselves.”

About World of Tanks

World of Tanks is the first and only team-based, massively multiplayer online action game dedicated to armored warfare. Throw yourself into the epic tank battles of World War II with other steel cowboys all over the world. Your arsenal includes more than 150 armored vehicles from America, Germany, the Soviet Union, and France, carefully detailed with historical accuracy.

A flexible system of authentic vehicle upgrades and development allows you to try any of the vehicles and weapons in the game. Whether you prefer to exhaust your foes with fast and maneuverable light tanks, make deep breaches in enemy lines with all-purpose medium tanks, use the force of giant tanks to eliminate opposing armored forces, or become a heavy sniper with long-range howitzers, each unit type has its own advantages and can be extremely effective when operated by a true tank ace.

But being a great tank commander alone isn’t enough to win! In World of Tanks, it’s all about teamwork. Victory is achieved by combining your combat skills with those of the other members of your team, each playing their own role on the battlefield. Just add your favorite strategy to build your own steel empire and manifest the indisputable authority of the tank power!

Join World of Tanks:

• http://worldoftanks.eu/registration/      (Europe)
• http://worldoftanks.com/registration/      (North America)

About Wargaming.net®

Wargaming.net® is an award-winning online game developer and publisher and one of the leaders in the free-to-play MMO market. Since 1998, the company has published more than 15 titles, including the highly acclaimed Massive Assault and Order of War series. Currently Wargaming.net are focused on establishing the MMO war trilogy that will include their flagship armored World of Tanks, the flight combat World of Warplanes (one of the most anticipated MMOs for 2012), and the naval World of Battleships scheduled for release in 2013.

Official web site: www.wargaming.net

Check out the latest trailer from The Sims 3 Katy Perry’s Sweet Treats and get a closer look at the new content that’s on offer in this one-of-a-kind stuff pack. Loaded with more stuff than ever seen before in a stuff pack, The Sims 3 Katy Perry’s Sweet Treats brings new venues, more objects and more outfits to customize your game in creative and unique new ways.

Choose to add a little sprinkle of Katy Perry’s style to your Sims’ neighborhoods and towns or dramatically transform their worlds into a complete confection of sugary bliss. Either way, you can bring a taste of the sweet life to your Sims with The Sims 3 Katy Perry’s Sweet Treats, available at retailers across Australia on June 7^th and across New Zealand on June 8^th.