All-New Lineup of Hasbro Games Brings Even More Fun and Laughs to the Nintendo Wii

This Spring, everyone’s favourite spud returns to the Nintendo Wii with a new collection of Hasbro games for the whole family to play! HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT 2, the successor to the popular HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT Wii game, includes five new titles that give board game lovers a whole new way to play: OPERATION, BOPPIT, JENGA, PICTUREKA, and CONNECT 4×4.  

HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT 2 also comes with many new features, including Mii integration and a “Family Game Show” mode where players face off in a TV-style game show competition to see who will be crowned the Family Game Night champion.  Of course, no game show would been complete without a host, and HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT 2 gives players a chance to customise the beloved Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head by unlocking an entire closet’s worth of new parts for them to wear, in addition to new Family Game Room themes and trophies.  

HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT 2 for the Nintendo Wii hits stores this November. For more information on the HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT series, visit www.hasbrofamilygamenight.ea.com.   

SEAGATE FIRST TO SHIP ENTERPRISE-CLASS SELF-ENCRYPTING DRIVES TO VARS AND SYSTEM BUILDERS WORLDWIDE

Seagate Secure™ HDDs enable instant, automatic data-at-rest security for servers and storage systems

SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif., — September 25, 2009 — Seagate Technology (NASDAQ:STX) today announced worldwide availability of the Seagate Secure™ Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) option across its portfolio of enterprise-class hard drives. Products with the Seagate Secure option include: Savvio™ 15K.2, Savvio 10K.3, Constellation™ and Cheetah™ 15K.7 drives.

These enterprise-class products are an extension of Seagate’s first-to-market leadership with Seagate Secure Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) technology, designed to deliver data-at-rest security for servers and storage systems.

“Self-Encrypting Drives are one of the easiest, most cost-effective security measures companies can implement,” said Eric Ouellet, vice president at Gartner. “The use of SEDs provides businesses with complete data-at-rest protection against information breaches that can occur in drives and systems that have been repurposed, decommissioned, disposed of, sent for repair, misplaced or stolen. Because all disk media eventually leaves a company’s control, the use of SEDs ensures that data is protected at these critical stages of a system’s life cycle.”

Enterprises of all sizes can experience exposure to costly data breaches. Whether it’s a “smash and grab” drive or complete system theft, IT managers can face lost revenue, market share and customer confidence. Additionally, adherence to government security regulations (e.g. HIPAA) is a concern for IT managers of information-sensitive businesses (e.g. healthcare, banking and insurance). With 50,000 drives and terabytes of data leaving organizations daily, and because 90% of the drives returned for warranty contain readable data, safe drive retirement is a key imperative for businesses worldwide.

In cooperation with Intel and LSI, who are now shipping local key management and 6Gb/s SAS technology with TCG-based security technology within their controllers and server solutions that integrate seamlessly with Seagate SEDs, VARs and system integrators can build secure solutions that are strong enough for national security, yet easy enough for the one-person IT department to manage. 

“Small to medium-sized enterprises can become more vulnerable to the risks of a data breach, a situation that can quickly become catastrophic and costly,” said David Brown, general manager of Channel Server Products at Intel. “Using an Intel server board, such as Intel^® Server Board S5520HC, with a new Intel^® RAID Controller RS2BL080 and Seagate’s Self-Encrypting Drives, allows data-at-rest to be natively secure at the disk drives themselves. This is a smart and easy way to help ensure that intellectual property remains protected.”

“LSI worked closely with Seagate to deliver industry-first support for SEDs on the new 6Gb/s LSI MegaRAID 9200 series controller cards,” said Tom Kodet, manager of Channel Product Marketing, LSI. “MegaRAID controllers with LSI SafeStore Encryption Services for local key management make deploying Seagate SEDs so simple and cost-effective that even small and medium businesses can now afford a government-grade security solution.”

Data-at-rest security using Seagate SEDs provides a range of benefits for protecting an enterprise system’s information when compared to other software and hardware encryption tools. Among them are:

Performance — The encryption engine matches the full interface speed of the drive and therefore drive performance does not suffer. And because each individual drive contains its own encryption engine, there are no bandwidth issues with scalability as your security and storage needs grow with more drives added to the system.

Compatibility — Drive-level full disk encryption (FDE) technology is supported by the security protocol developed through the Trusted Computing Group (TCG), an organization consisting of membership of more than 50 participating companies, including all hard drive manufacturers. Key management standards to insure interoperability are being established via the IEEE 1619.3. All major storage system providers are participating in IEEE 1619.3.

Manageability — Transparent to end user and storage systems, SEDs scale linearly with no bottlenecks or single points of failure. The IT user does not need to escrow the encryption key to maintain data recoverability because the encryption key is held in the drive. This frees the storage administrator from having to schedule and conduct this performance-throttling activity.

Security — SED technology delivers a new standard of security for data-at-rest encryption. Cipher text is never exposed and the drive is locked and inaccessible to anyone without full authorization.

Visit the link for more information about Seagate and its SED solutions.

Media Alert: ASUS announces The Ultimate Force (TUF) series

TUF series delivers features for achieving preeminent stability, compatibility and durability.

The first product named in the line is SABERTOOTH 55i.

Based on Intel® P55 chipset and purpose-designed for durability, SABERTOOTH 55i motherboard is equipped with a wealth of exclusive TUF features built to provide the most reliable computing experience.

Including:

–          CeraM!X Heatsink Coating Technology to provide the 50% larger cooling area for maximum heat dissipation.

–          CoolMem! Fan Frame to provide an effective and easy DIY way to cool the memory for improving system stability and memory life.

–          E.S.P. [Efficient Switching Power] design dramatically improves system efficiency (exclusive to this motherboard).

–          TUF Caps. & MOSFETs [certified through military-grade standards], provide rugged performance even in the most challenging conditions.

–           MemOK! provides super compatibility and Drive Xpert to automatically back up vital data at any time with ease.

With those features, SABERTOOTH 55i is built to be the toughest Mb in the world.

NEW NAMES ANNOUNCED FOR AUSTRALIA’S BIGGEST INTERACTIVE GAME EVENT

Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton, Victoria

October 30 – November 1 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                                                                                               SEPTEMBER 2009

Showcasing some of the latest and yet to be released titles, and a gaming experience second to none, organisers of eGames Expo have released the latest line up of names for the 2009 event.

Now in its fourth year, the eGames Expo is part of International Digital Entertainment Festival (iDEF) and will take place at the new (bigger) location of the Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton from October 30 – November 1.   

Highlights at this year’s event will include an array of latest and yet to be release titles such as Assasin’s Creed II, James Cameron’s Avatar, Borderlands, Forza Motorsport 3 and Halo ODST – among a host of already familiar favorites and even retro games, this is an event that is not to be missed.  In addition well known names such as Ubisoft, Microsoft Xbox, AFA Publishing, Panasonic, HP, Western Digital, 2K international, and Madman Interactive will also be present.

Taking place for the first time at the eGames Expo will be the eGames Masters which will acquaint visitors with the exhilarating world of competitive game play.

eGames Expo is part of the International Digital Entertainment Festival 2009.  Located at the Royal Exhibition Building Carlton, a single ticket will enable entry into the eGames Expo, Digital Lifestyle Show and Develop ICT Skills and Careers Expo.

Tickets now on sale www.idef.com.au

Also available ON DEMAND from 18 November 2009.

Over $40 million at the Australian Box Office!

With almost two hours of spellbinding special features along with MaximumMovie Mode and exclusive BD-Live content on Blu-ray!

Wizards and muggles beware! No one is safe as Harry Potter returns for his sixth year at
Hogwarts in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, which arrives on Blu-ray, DVD and
On Demand from Warner Home Video this 18 November 2009. The entire ensemble cast is
back for the sixth instalment of the record-breaking franchise based on the best-selling book
series by J.K. Rowling.

In Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Voldemort tightens his grip on Hogwarts as
Harry and Dumbledore work to find the key to unlock the Dark Lord’s defences. But the
students are under attack from a very different adversary—teenage hormones. Love is in the
air, but tragedy lies ahead and Hogwarts may never be the same again.

From celebrated director David Yates (BBC’s State of Play, Harry Potter series Years 5-7),
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince brings back the highly-acclaimed cast including
Daniel Radcliffe (BBC’s My Boy Jack, December Boys), Rupert Grint (Driving Lessons) and
Emma Watson (The Tale of Despereaux) as well as two-time Academy Award® Winner
Maggie Smith (Gosford Park, A Room With A View), Academy Award® Nominee Helena
Bonham Carter (Sweeney Todd, Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride), Alan Rickman (Love Actually,
Die Hard) and Michael Gambon (The Good Shepherd, Gosford Park). Harry Potter and the
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Half-Blood Prince also introduces Academy Award® winner Jim Broadbent (Iris, Moulin
Rouge!) as Professor Horace Slughorn.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince will be available as a 2-disc Blu-ray for $49.95RRP
and a 2-disc Special Edition DVD for $44.95RRP.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince will also be available to buy on 18 November as a
Digital Downlo ad from digital movie retailers. It will also be available to rent ON DEMAND
through internet movie retailers and a games console.

On 2 December Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince will be available to rent on a pay
per view and ON DEMAND basis through Digital Cable and Satellite TV.

Also available 18 November are the first two of eight Harry Potter Ultimate Editions : Harry
Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Each of
the Ultimate Editions will include a new one-hour featurette that highlights a unique aspect
of the filmmaking process. Each edition include s 5 hours of special features, theatrical and
extended versions of the film, 48-page collectible photo book and other magical collectibles.

Blu-ray Ultimate Editions are each available to own for $94.95RRP each.

DVD Ultimate Editions are each available to own for $79.95RRP each.

Harry Potter Collector’s Box Set contains years 1 to 6, with room to add the final movies.

Available to own on DVD for $139.9RRP

The Harry Potter Spells app transforms your iPhoneTM and iPod touch® into a wand. Begin
your training at Hogwarts and learn to cast over thirteen spells. Practice spells on your own
and then challenge friends to a real-time duel. Available to buy this November exclusively
on the iTunes App Store.

Also available is the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince free app for the iPhone and
iPod touch. For details, visit the iTunes App Store and search for “Harry Potter”.

SYNOPSIS

Emboldened by the return of Lord Voldemort, the Death Eaters are wreaking havoc in both
the Muggle and wizarding worlds and Hogwarts is no longer the safe haven it once was.
Harry suspects that new dangers may lie within the castle, but Dumbledore is more intent
upon preparing him for the final battle that he knows is fast approaching. He needs Harry to
help him uncover a vital key to unlocking Voldemort’s defences, critical information known
only to Hogwarts’ former Potions Professor, Horace Slughorn. With that in mind,
Dumbledore manipulates his old colleague into returning to his previous post with promises
of more money, a bigger office…and the chance to teach the famous Harry Potter.
Meanwhile, the students are under attack from a very different adversary as teenage
hormones rage across the ramparts. Harry’s long friendship with Ginny Weasley is growing
into something deeper, but standing in the way is Ginny’s boyfriend, Dean Thomas, not to
mention her big brother Ron. But Ron’s got romantic entanglements of his own to worry
about, with Lavender Brown lavishing her affections on him, leaving Hermione simmering
with jealousy yet determined not to show her feelings. And then a box of love potion-laced
chocolates ends up in the wrong hands and changes everything.
As romance blossoms, one student remains aloof with far more important matters on his
mind. He is determined to make his mark, albeit a dark one. Love is in the air, but tragedy
lies ahead and Hogwarts may never be the same again.

DVD
Special F eatures:
2-Disc Special Edition DVD:
– Close-Up with the Cast and Crew of Harry Potter: Hosts Matthew Lewis (“Neville
Longbottom”) and Alfred Enoch (“Dean Thomas”) lead us on an entertaining look at the
cast of Harry Potter as they explore their interests away from acting and spend a day on
set with the production team (28:10)
– J.K. Rowling: A Year in the Life: A fascinating and intimate look into the life of J.K.
Rowling over the last year of writing “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.” (47:33)
– One Minute Drills: The cast has 60 seconds to describe their character’s personality,
history, relationships and other traits before time runs out (6:27)
– What’s On Your Mind: Hosted by Tom Felton, the cast is put on the spot when asked a
series of rapid-fire questions o n their likes and dislikes. (6:25)
– Universal’s The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Sneak Peek: Get an “inside look” at
the amazing world of magic and excitement being created at Universal Orlando® Resort
in Florida (11:10)
– Additional Scenes
– Digital Copy of the theatrical film
Rating:
Expected Rating M
Approximate DVD Feature Runtime:
147 mins

BLU-RAY
Blu-ray includes all of the content in the 2-Disc Special Edition plus:
– WB Maximum Movie Mode with Director David Yates, Producers David Heyman and
David Barron, and cast members Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson and Tom
Felton (1:38:00). This is new interactive technology, a first-of-its-kind bonus feature that
showcases a seamless multi-story presentation offering in-depth scene analysis, picturein-
picture videos from the cast and crew, photo galleries and more.
– BD-Live Media Centre including My Commentary, Live Community Screening and
other interactive features.
– Digital Copy of the theatrical film
Rating:
Expected Rating M
Approximate Blu-ray Feature Runtime:
153 mins

CAPCOM KICKS ACTION-ADVENTURE INTO HIGH GEAR AS SPYBORGS FOR WII RELEASES 

The Wii exclusive title, Spyborgs, is available at retail across Europe today. Capcom’s hottest new thrill ride combines an extraordinary sci-fi world with action-packed 2-player co-op, epic multi-stage bosses and the old school beat em’ up feel that will satisfy fans of the genre and fans of robot destruction alike.
 
For all the latest assets and information about the game head over to the Capcom Europe Press Site at www.capcomeuro-press.com
 
Capcom Europe PR Team

The Wii exclusive title, Spyborgs, is available at retail across Europe today. Capcom’s hottest new thrill ride combines an extraordinary sci-fi world with action-packed 2-player co-op, epic multi-stage bosses and the old school beat em’ up feel that will satisfy fans of the genre and fans of robot destruction alike.
 
For all the latest assets and information about the game head over to the Capcom Europe Press Site at www.capcomeuro-press.com
 
Capcom Europe PR Team

Dead Rising 2 goes multiplayer 

Right now at an exclusive event in Shibuya, Tokyo, Capcom, in collaboration with Microsoft, is unveiling the first details on Dead Rising 2’s multiplayer mode plus giving invited guests the opportunity to go hands on with this and the single player game for the very first time.

Terror is Reality is the TV show that has American audiences glued to their seats as they watch four members of the public compete in a series of zombie killing challenges; Dead Rising 2’s Chuck Greene is one such contestant. Dead Rising 2 allows up to four players to go head to head online in their very own Terror is Reality event to determine who is the ultimate zombie slayer.

For a feast of zombie infested assets including the Terror is Reality trailer, single player gameplay videos, screenshots and artwork head over to www.capcomeuro-press.com

FACT SHEET

RELEASE DATE:                          Summer 2009

PUBLISHER:                                WB Games

DEVELOPER:                               Griptonite

OFLC RATING:                            TBC

GENRE:                                       Action-Adventure/Platformer

PLATFORMS:                                             Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Nintendo Wii (Also available on Nintendo DS)

PRODUCT OVERVIEW:

Inspired by the highly-anticipated Warner Bros. theatrical release based on the best-selling children’s book by Maurice Sendak, Where the Wild Things Are lets players take on the role of Max as he journeys across the land of the Wild Things, which is on the brink of destruction.  Max must join forces with the Wilds Things to find a way to escape to safety before it’s too late.

Where the Wild Things Are is a fun-filled adventure that takes players on a journey through the mysterious island of the Wild Things. Players assume the role of Max, “King of All Wild Things,” as they team up with the fearsome but loveable creatures.  While journeying across their island, players learn amazing new skills and abilities. Solve action puzzles, overcome challenging obstacles, and play through a unique story narrative to uncover the mystery behind the hostile island and save the Wild Things before it’s too late!

At any time during the game players have the opportunity to explore the Wild Things’ Village and play through a variety of mini-games, interact with the creatures, and let their imaginations run wild! Where the Wild Things Are takes players on a unique and exciting journey beyond the movie, and brings to life one of the most beloved picture books of all time.

PRODUCT FEATURES:

• Rule the Island – Play as the mischievous Max, become King of All Wild Things, and join The Wild Things in their quest to find a way to safety before it’s too late! 
• Frolic in the Wild Things Village – Explore the Wild Things’ Village to meet all of the different creatures, play through mini-games, and acquire power-ups from each character.
• Make ‘Wild’ Friends – Befriend and team-up with these fearsome but loveable mythical creatures – discover their unique personalities and learn new skills and abilities from them.
• Discover the Undiscovered – Run, jump, climb, glide, fly and swing your way across the island’s dangerous terrain while battling fierce creatures with your trusty sceptre.
• Wander through Wild Worlds – Adventure across the mysterious island while tackling exciting unique worlds filled with fierce insects, shadow creatures and hazardous obstacles around every turn!
• Experience Extended Adventures – Go beyond the movie to play through a unique story narrative– exploring never-before-seen environments.
• Collectible Crusade – Search for more than 400 collectibles each associated with a Wild Thing. Collect enough and unlock special rewards inside the Wild Things Village!