A New Title Update Is Now Available for Red Dead Redemption and Undead Nightmare

A new automatic title update that addresses issues in Red Dead Redemption, Undead Nightmare (disc release and DLC pack), and the Liars & Cheats DLC pack has been deployed on the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. You will be prompted to download the title update as soon as you sign into PlayStation Network or Xbox LIVE.

See below for a full list of fixes included within this update:

 Red Dead Redemption:

• The game no longer reboots when switching from MP to SP, or from regular SP to MP. Going to the main menu from any mode or leaving Undead Nightmare single player mode will still reboot (except Japan).
• Lasso will now retract properly when thrown while riding fast on a horse.
• Removed display message saying “This horse is now your trusty steed” when you hitch a horse that you already own.
• Re-enabled world-wide multiplayer compatibility with Japan.
• Fix for failing and retrying the mission You Shall Not Give False Testimony, Except for Profit where attempting to shoot the skull prevents John from using his gun until switching to an unarmed state and back.
• Fix for Land Grab multiplayer mode where occasionally the match will start with the timer at 500 and the game doesn’t end and no XP is awarded.
• Fix for player becoming stuck indefinitely when sitting at a certain Liar’s Dice chair in Casa Madrugada.
• Fix for the host entering an unresponsive loading screen when client opts to join another session as the lobby timer reaches 0 seconds.
• Fix for picking up opponents bag at the same time as it is returned to their chest, during a game of Grab the Bag.
• Fix for issue that causes multiple mine carts to appear when replaying Gaptooth action area.
• Fix for selecting private Free Roam during a barker countdown, which was causing a constant load.

Undead Nightmare DLC:

• The Gunslinger Achievement/Trophy now recognizes zombies as enemies.
• Fixed a disparity in the headshots and undead headshots stat when shooting zombie animals.
• Fix for meter not advancing during Undead Overrun when one player leaves the game in progress.
• Fix for player occasionally bonding with undead horses and the Four Horses of the Apocalypse.
• Fix for occasional crashing or freezing in the Las Hermanas area & during the mission Mother Superior Blues.

Liars & Cheats DLC:

• Fix for player becoming stuck indefinitely when sitting at certain Liar’s Dice chairs.
• Fix for issues when a user is removed from a Liar’s Dice session due to connection issues with other players, but the camera remains in the dice game while the player is returned to Free Roam or chooses other game modes.
• Fix for issues with obtaining The Big Bluff Achievement (Xbox 360 only).

Undead Nightmare Disc:

• Original Game mode option removed from main menu.
• Fix for 75 second delay before displaying an error message when installing on a system with a completely full hard disk (PS3 only).

Seagate unveils certified GoFlex storage system for third-party manufacturers

Continuing the Vision of Interoperability and Removable Cartridge Storage, Seagate and Partners Showcase Concept Products at CES

LAS VEGAS, NV — January 7, 2011— Driving a new era of how people consume their digital content, Seagate (NASDAQ: STX) today announced, at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, a new program to allow third-party companies to incorporate slots on their products to support removable GoFlex™ external hard drives. First introduced in May of 2010, the GoFlex™ family is the next evolution of consumer external hard drives providing the ability to use an assortment of storage products and interfaces to correspond with consumer’s needs. The Certified GoFlex™ Storage System concept products on display range from media players and set-top boxes to computers and televisions, and each will incorporate a slot to accept an ultra-portable drive compatible with the Certified GoFlexStorage System. This group of third-party prototype products underscores the growth of digital media consumption on an increasing number of consumer electronic products. The Certified GoFlex Storage System will provide a seamless method by which people can copy, record, access, share and enjoy more of the music, photos and videos they crave on a wider range of devices.

The Certified GoFlex Storage System initiative is a certification process whereby Seagate will qualify products from participating companies to incorporate slots that meet the specifications of accepting ultra-portable drives that meet the Certified GoFlex Storage System standard. The Certified GoFlex Storage System will establish placement of both slot-based consumer electronics devices as well as certification of third-party external storage modules. Seagate’s certification also endorses the soon to be established SATA – IO Universal Storage Module (USM™) specification.

“When Seagate first introduced the GoFlex™ storage family last year, our objective was two pronged: first, address the three major hurdles of storage adoption — interface flexibility, operating system freedom and enjoyment of content beyond the compute environment. Secondly, Seagate wishes to expand the use of storage beyond the typical use-case scenario of back up and migration of files for the computer,” said Patrick Connolly, vice president and general manager for Seagate Retail. “The Certified GoFlex™ Storage System is the next step in realizing this vision and establishing GoFlex™ drives as the next generation of recordable media.”

Since the GoFlex ultra-portable drives are also standardized on the new SATA USM™ specification, third-party manufacturers can build GoFlex certified products to accept a 2.5-inch ultra-portable external hard drive. These third-party products will help transform the GoFlex ultra-portable drives from an external storage device to an easy-to-use, detachable storage module that will enable consumers to access digital content from a variety of consumer electronic devices. With this initiative, Seagate is actively involved in leading the shift of digital media consumption from mobile and computing environments to the living room using home entertainment devices. These Certified for GoFlex Storage System third-party products will, for the first time, allow consumers to make choices based on their own storage needs.

The SATA USM specification is a standard specification to accept a complete, powered external storage device into consumer electronic devices. Modules designed according to the SATA USM specification will enable consumers to instantly access their music, movies, photos and other content from a variety of consumer electronics products, and to seamlessly transfer content between devices.

“The growing number of consumer electronics product types with embedded storage is allowing hard disk drive manufacturers to expand into new markets. As they expand beyond their traditional home computer markets, drive manufacturers are pursuing embedded storage solutions in products other than personal computers,” said Kurt Scherf, vice president and principal analyst with Parks Associates. “Seagate Technology’s emphasis on targeting consumer electronics such as digital video recorders, gaming devices, digital music players, and digital cameras has allowed it to expand sales of hard drives and provide consumers with greater flexibility when it comes to consuming, sharing, saving and enjoying their content.”

Seagate will highlight a variety of applications enabled by USM devices using the Certified GoFlex Storage System. Additionally, several consumer electronics manufacturers will be showcasing their Certified GoFlex Storage System concept products at the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The showcase will include a television, notebook computer, desktop PC, plug computer, DVR and docking station. The companies showcasing these new prospective product capabilities include: Antec, GIEC, Hi-Sense, Ionicsand Thermaltake.

About Seagate
Seagate is the worldwide leader in hard disk drivesand storage solutions. Learn more at http://www.seagate.com.

© 2011 Seagate Technology LLC. All rights reserved. Seagate, Seagate Technology, the Wave logo, and GoFlex are trademarks or registered trademarks of Seagate Technology LLC or its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries. Seagate reserves the right to change, without notice, product offerings or specifications.

Sydney, Australia – January 7, 2011 – Ubisoft has announced that Michael Jackson The Experience is a global holiday hit as it has sold through two million units in total for the Wii™ system from Nintendo, the Nintendo DSTM and the Sony PlayStation® Portable in North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, according to internal estimates. The latest sales figures don’t include Japan, which has one of the largest and most passionate concentrations of Michael Jackson fans anywhere. The game is slated to come out in Japan later this year.

Launched November 23, 2010 in North America and November 25, 2010 in Australia, Europe, the Middle East, and other select Asian territories, Michael Jackson The Experience allows players to experience the magic of the King of Pop by performing dance steps inspired by the choreography of Michael Jackson in environments that were drawn from his world, all the while listening to and singing along with the music that continues to excite and move people today.

“Michael Jackson The Experience is a worldwide hit and offers fans the game they have been waiting for,” said Yves Guillemot, chief executive officer of Ubisoft. “As the leader in the dance game genre, our teams have worked enthusiastically to build an experience that recreates the magic worlds of Michael Jackson’s videos and performances. We’re looking forward to bringing Michael Jackson The Experience to Kinect and Move so an even bigger audience can enjoy playing the game with their friends and family too.”

“We are extremely thrilled with how people around the world are embracing and enjoying Michael Jackson The Experience,” said John Branca and John McClain, the executors of the Estate of Michael Jackson. “The passion they are showing for learning and performing Michael’s signature dance moves to the songs they have loved for years is a tribute to his amazing legacy. Families are sharing an entertainment experience that is fun, unique and energising.”

Ubisoft brings Michael Jackson The Experience to Kinect™ for Xbox 360® and PlayStation®Move Motion Controller for the PlayStation®3 on April 12, 2011 in North America and April 14, 2011 in Australia, Europe, the Middle East and other Asian territories (Japan’s release date is slated for later this year). For the first time ever, the Kinect and PlayStation®Move game play experiences allow fans to be scored on their dancing and singing for a complete performance experience. Also new to Kinect and PlayStation®Move are the songs “Blood on the Dance Floor” and “I Just Can’t Stop Loving You” with additional tracks to be revealed soon.

The Kinect and PlayStation3 versions will include new exclusive features that greatly enrich the player’s experience. In the Kinect version, Ubisoft’s proprietary Player Projection technology projects the player on-screen and into the game itself. The player’s body is tracked, allowing them to see their true movements and steps reproduced in the game. This level of immersion allows players to be surrounded by environments inspired by the music videos and live performances of each Michael Jackson song. Innovative co-op and Battle multiplayer modes allow up to four players to collaborate or compete for the best performer prize with the Kinect version. In addition, different difficulty levels and a practice mode ensure that the game is both accessible and challenging.

Unique to the PlayStation®Move version is an automatic Facebook® feed that allows the player to instantly post his/her progress and pictures of themselves playing the game to their Facebook page, showcasing their Michael Jackson skills for friends to admire. The game play also adapts to the available hardware (Move only, microphone only or Move plus microphone) and offers dancing, singing or dancing and singing depending on the accessories owned by the player. Additionally, the Michael Jackson School Mode takes advantage of both the Playstation Eye and Kinect by allowing players to see themselves on screen at the side of renowned dancers that actually worked with Michael Jackson to learn the iconic moves of the King of Pop.

For more information about Michael Jackson The Experience, please visit the game’s Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/michaeljacksontheexperience.

Choose your allegiance with multiple race packs included in the Collector’s Edition

AGOURA HILLS, Calif. January 6, 2011 – THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) today announced that the Collector’s Edition for its upcoming real-time strategy game Warhammer® 40,000®: Dawn of War® II – Retribution™ is now available.

Leading the charge, the Dawn of War® II – Retribution™ Collector’s Edition will give the most dedicated Warhammer® 40,000® fan access to all of the available bonus wargear for each of the six playable races in the game as well as an exclusive poster, six race art cards and a high-quality collector’s box. The collector’s edition is available for pre-order at EB Games, GAME and JB Hi-Fi with a suggested retail price of AU$59.95.

Each race pack includes four unique ability and Wargear items that can be used to enhance the single-player campaign. Post-launch, gamers will have the option of purchasing specific race packs digital content through STEAM for a nominal fee.

The Complete Collection
Newcomers to the Dawn of War II Universe are also well catered for, with the option of pre-ordering Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II – The Complete Collection. The Complete Collection includes Dawn of War II, Dawn of War II – Chaos Rising and Dawn of War II – Retribution along with six exclusive race art cards that are only available in the Australian and New Zealand version for the special suggested price of AU$89.95.

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II – Retribution is scheduled to be released for Windows PC on Wednesday 2nd March 2011.

About Retribution

It is ten years since the events of Chaos Rising and Sub-Sector Aurelia has been in a constant state of warfare with the Imperium struggling to retain control. The apparent betrayal of the chapter by Gabriel Angelos and his Space Marines has shaken the Blood Ravens and now the Imperial forces are beset on all sides by hostile aliens. Retribution allows the player to select the race of their choosing in a battle to determine the very survival or destruction of the entire sector. In addition to the multi race single player campaign, Dawn of War II – Retribution will also feature new multiplayer units, maps and the new playable Imperial Guard faction when it ships.

About Games Workshop
Games Workshop is the world’s largest tabletop wargames company. Based in Nottingham, UK, it designs, manufactures and distributes its range of Warhammer and Warhammer 40,000 games, miniature soldiers, novels and resin models through more than 389 of its own Hobby centers, mail order, Internet and independent retail channels in more than 50 countries worldwide. Further details on the company can be obtained at www.games-workshop.com. Games Workshop, Warhammer, Warhammer 40,000, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II – Chaos Rising, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II – Retribution the foregoing marks’ respective logos, and all associated marks, logos, places, names, creatures, races and race insignia/devices/logos/symbols, vehicles, locations, weapons, units and unit insignia, characters, products, illustrations and images are either ®, TM and/or © Games Workshop Ltd 2000-2010. Used under license. All Rights Reserved.

About THQ
THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) is a leading worldwide developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software. The company develops its products for all popular game systems, personal computers and wireless devices. Headquartered in Los Angeles County, California, THQ sells product through its global network of offices located throughout North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. More information about THQ and its products may be found at www.thq.com. THQ and its logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of THQ Inc.

Kingston Announces SDHC UHS-I UltimateXX

• Data Transfer Rate up to 60MB/sec. Read and 35MB/Sec. Write
• Designed to SD Association UHS-I Speed Class Specifications
• Available in 8GB, 16GB and 32GB Capacities

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Sydney, Australia: January 7, 2011 — Kingston Digital, Inc., the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the SDHC UHS-I UltimateXX memory cards. The highest speed class available today, the UltimateXX meets standards set by the Secure Digital Association for next-level performance in SD card technology.

Shipping later this month, Kingston’s UltimateXX memory cards are ideal for the serious photographer or videographer. Photographers will appreciate the ability to easily capture sequential shots that were once a challenge due to the speed limitations of memory. The UltimateXX also makes it easy to capture HD video. The performance of SDHC UHS-I memory card is optimized when paired with a UHS-I device, although the card is backwards compatible with Class 4, 6 and 10 equipment.

“Kingston is pleased to be one of the first manufacturers to offer SDHC UHS-I memory cards to our customers,” said Nathan Su, Flash Memory Sales Director, APAC Region, Kingston. “Being a member of the SD Association enhances our ability to bring new technology to market. As the devices that support SDHC UHS-I become prevalent, our UltimateXX cards are at the ready.”

Kingston’s UltimateXX line meets the SD Association standards for the UHS-I speed class with speeds up to 60MB/sec. read and 35MB/sec. write. At this performance level, the write speed of SDHC UHS-I memory cards is more than three times as fast as SDHC Class 10 cards. The UltimateXX product line will offer capacities of 8GB, 16GB and 32GB.

Kingston SDHC UHS-1 UltimateXX Features and Specifications:
• Performance: 233x – up to 60MB/sec. read, and 35MB/sec. write
• Fast: ultra high-speed bus I (UHS-I)
• Compliant: with the SD Card Association specification version 3.01
• Secure: built-in write-protect switch prevents accidental data loss
• Compatible: with SDHC and SDXC host devices, not compatible with standard SD-enabled devices/readers
• Reliable: lifetime warranty
• Simple: as easy as plug-and-play
• Capacities*: 8GB, 16GB, 32GB
• Dimensions: 0.94″ x 1.25″ x 0.08″ (24mm x 32mm x 2.1mm)
• Weight: 0.09oz (2.5g)
• Storage Temperatures: -40° F to 185° F (-40° C to 85° C)
• Operating Temperatures: -13° F to 185° F (-25° C to 85° C)
• Voltage: 3.3V
• File Format: FAT32

Product and Pricing Summary
Manufacturer: Kingston
Name: SDHC UltimateXX
RRP: TBA
Website:www.kingston.com.anz
Australian Distributors: Avnet Australia Pty Ltd, Ingram Micro, Simms International Pty Ltd., Synnex Australia PTY Ltd.
New Zealand Distributors: Ingram Micro NZ, Synnex NZ
Warranty: Kingston memory is backed by a lifetime warranty and free technical support.
Availability: February 2011

All Kingston products enjoy free tech support and Kingston’s legendary reliability. For more details, please visit Kingston website: www.kingston.com/anz.

To discuss Kingston products, please visit www.kingston-blog.com. To try the exciting game “Challenge Your Memory”, please go to www.kingston-blog.com/challenge_your_memory/en/ and http://apps.facebook.com/kingston/. To get the freshest information on Kingston, please go to http://twitter.com/KingstonFEPR.

To find out if your Kingston product is genuine, Kingston also provides an online verification site: www.kingston.com/asia/verify. To try the game “Search for Genuine Kingston”, please go to http://anti-counterfeit.kingston-blog.com. For the interesting animation: The Adventures of Rex, please visit: www.theadventuresofrex.com.

About Kingston Digital, Inc.
Kingston Digital, Inc. (“KDI”) is the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the world’s largest independent manufacturer of memory products. Established in 2008, KDI is headquartered in Fountain Valley, California, USA. For more information, please visit www.kingston.com/anz.

Now showing for the summer holidays 

Tron: Legacy An IMAX 3D Experience

With over 40 minutes of vertically expanded IMAX 3D footage specifically designed to maximise the IMAX canvas, IMAX moviegoers are set to experience even more visually spectacular 3D action in Tron: Legacy.  Seven sequences on the Grid expand on the IMAX screen, immersing you further in the massive scope and scale of Tron: Legacy. Sam Flynn (Hedlund), the tech-savvy 27-year-old son of Kevin Flynn (Bridges), looks into his father’s disappearance and finds himself pulled into the digital world of Tron where his father has been living for 25 years. Along with Kevin’s loyal confidant Quorra (Wilde), father and son embark on a life-and-death journey of escape across a visually-stunning cyber universe that has become highly complex and exceedingly dangerous.

Tickets: $24.00 adults, $19.50 concession, $17.50 child, $72.00 family (2 adults & 2 children)

Megamind: An IMAX 3D Experience

From the makers of Kung-Fu Panda comes the hilarious new family comedy, Megamind: An IMAX 3D Experience. See it on the biggest 3D screen in the southern hemisphere at IMAX Melbourne Museum this summer holidays. Megamind is the most brilliant super-villain the world has ever known, and the least successful. Over the years, he has tried to conquer Metro City in every imaginable way. Each attempt has been a colossal failure thanks to the caped superhero known as ‘Metro Man’, until Megamind finally defeats him during one of his botched evil plans. Suddenly, the fate of Metro City is threatened when a new villain arrives and chaos erupts, leaving everyone to wonder – can the world’s biggest “mind” actually be the one to save the day?

Tickets: $24.00 adults, $19.50 concession, $17.50 child, $72.00 family (2 adults & 2 children)

Coming soon

Egypt 3D: Secrets of the Pharaohs

Egypt 3D: Secrets of the Pharaohs takes us back thousands of years to explore the wonders of ancient Egypt in a modern day forensic adventure complete with tomb-raiders and hidden treasures. Through this historic and scientific exploration, audiences will uncover some of the mysteries enshrouding the ancient royal mummies and learn about the dramatic story of their recovery.

Release Date: 17 February, 2011

Tickets: $18.00 Adult, $14.50 Concession, $13.50 Child, $55.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)

Suckerpunch: An IMAX Experience

From the directing genius that brought you 300, Watchman and Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole, comes Zack Snyder’s Sukerpunch: An IMAX Experience. Suckerpunch is a 1950’s action fantasy that takes you into the vivid imagination of a young girl whose dream world provides the ultimate escape from her darker reality. Unrestrained by the boundaries of time and place, she is free to go where her mind takes her and her incredible adventures blur the lines between reality and fantasy.

Release date: 24 March, 2011

Tickets: $24.00 adults, $19.50 concession, $17.50 child, $72.00 family (2 adults & 2 children)

Born to be Wild 3D

Born to be Wild 3D is an inspired story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals.  This film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them—saving endangered species one life at a time. Stunningly captured in IMAX 3D, Born to be Wild 3D is a heartwarming adventure transporting moviegoers into the lush rainforests of Borneo with world-renowned primatologist Dr. Birute Galdikas and across the rugged Kenyan savannah with celebrated elephant authority Dame Daphne Sheldrick. Together with their team rescue, they rehabilitate and return these incredible animals back to the wild.

Release Date: 7 April, 2011

Tickets: $18.00 Adult, $14.50 Concession, $13.50 Child, $55.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)

IMAX Melbourne Museum, Rathdowne Street, Carlton.  Films screen daily from 10.00am. For session times visit www.imaxmelbourne.com.au or call 03 9663 5454

The Tetris® game debuts on the PlayStation Network in high-definition and surround sound, with all-new game modes

Sydney, Australia – Electronic Arts Inc., (NASDAQ:ERTS) and Blue Planet Software, Inc., the company that manages the exclusive licensing rights to the Tetris® brand, today announced the release of Tetris for PlayStation®Network (PSN). Millions of players worldwide on Sony PlayStation® 3 systems will now have the opportunity to download and play the game with crisp 1080p high-definition (HD) graphics, high-quality 5.1 surround sound audio, and all-new ways to play including online against other Tetris players from around the globe. The Tetris game is one of the best-selling games of all time, with more than 100 million paid mobile downloads.

Checkout the demo on YouTube here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LiyIspwQNzA

“EA has developed Tetris on more than 15 platforms to date, and we’re excited to bring Tetris to millions of gamers worldwide on PlayStation Network,” said Adam Sussman, Vice President of Worldwide Publishing for EA Mobile. “With new gaming modes, stunning HD visuals and the enhanced audio experience, this truly is the definitive Tetris experience for PlayStation Network.”

“This is Tetris made for a big screen,” said Alexey Pajitnov, creator of the Tetris game. “We’re very excited to bring Tetris to PlayStation Network with new game modes offering different and fun new ways to play. With high-definition graphics and surround sound, this Tetris game is a full experience. We’re thrilled to bring this unique game to longtime fans and new players. We hope everyone shows it off in their home ‘theaters!’”

In addition to stellar audio and visual qualities, Tetris players can now play online or locally with up to six friends in all-new game modes. For those that play well with others, “Shared” mode enables two players to team-up in a single matrix to combine efforts and clear lines together. On the other end of the spectrum, “Team Battle” is the ultimate competitive match-up that allows two teams of two to play against one another, alternating between offense and defense as they compete for the win. Even the well-known “Battle” mode has been enhanced with new Power-Ups for more fast-paced fun.

And long-time Tetris fans need not worry, as Tetris for PSN also includes the famous “Marathon” mode. But for a new twist, now multiplayer games let up to four players locally play “Marathon” mode at the same time. Also included is the new “Challenge” mode, which allows players playing “Marathon” mode or any of the 12 variants to try to beat “replays” of either friends or some of the best Tetris players in the world. Additionally, players can see how they stack up to the best Tetris players internationally by checking out worldwide and regional leader boards, which are refreshed weekly. Assets and additional press information on Tetris for PSN can be found at http://info.ea.com.

Tetris for PSN was developed by EA Mobile™, known for its solid reputation and market leadership in mobile gaming. Popular EA Mobile games include SCRABBLE, Tetris, MONOPOLY and BATTLESHIP, which have consistently ranked among top sellers in multiple mobile platforms and, in 2009, The Sims® 3 was the #1 best-selling game on the Apple App Store. For more information about EA Mobile, please visit www.EAMobile.com, join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/EAMobile or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/EAMobile.

2012 Edition Provides New Opportunity for Fans of All Ages To Experience Iconic Golf Course, Tournament 

Sydney, AUSTRALIA – January 5, 2011 – Electronic Arts Inc., (NASDAQ: ERTS) announced today a collaboration with Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters Tournament to feature one of the most revered tournaments in golf – the Masters – in Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® 12: The Masters. For the first time in franchise history, players will be able to step onto the hallowed grounds of Augusta National, experience the rich history and tradition of the Masters Tournament and begin their own journey to capture the most sought-after prize in professional golf – the Green Jacket.

The Masters edition will go on sale in Australia March 31 and New Zealand on April 1, and will be available on the Wii™, Xbox 360® and PlayStation®3, with support of the PlayStation® Move controller.  The Masters and five additional courses will also be included in the Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® 12 Collector’s Edition, developed exclusively for Sony PlayStation®3.

“For more than a decade, the Masters Tournament has been the most requested and coveted feature for the Tiger Woods PGA TOUR franchise among our fans,” said Peter Moore, president of EA SPORTS. “Pairing the number one golf video game franchise with the most prestigious golf tournament in the world is a perfect marriage and we’re thrilled to bring our fans this exciting opportunity to experience Augusta National Golf Club like never before.”

“Our sincere motivation is to draw an even greater audience to this wonderful sport and continue to inspire its growth by building off the success seen in previous versions of the Tiger Woods PGA TOUR franchise,” said Billy Payne, Chairman of Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters Tournament. “The beauty of Augusta National and the rich history of the Masters have inspired the dreams of golfers for generations. Three years of collaboration with EA SPORTS has resulted in a game we feel presents a truly authentic Masters experience. ”

“I am very happy and excited that the Masters Tournament is featured in the Tiger Woods PGA TOUR game,” said Tiger Woods.  “There are many new and unique elements in the game that will make everyone feel like they’re really competing at Augusta National.  This is great for the sport and will connect a new audience with the Masters, a tournament I’ve been fortunate to experience since 1995.  Continually growing the visibility of golf is important to attracting newcomers to the sport, and I agree that showcasing the Masters Tournament in the game will bring an entirely new dimension to that approach.”

New features and enhancements include:

• Masters Moments – Play through memorable, historic moments as players try to measure up against some of the sport’s greatest legends.
• Tiger at the Masters – Relive each of Tiger’s four wins at the Masters by attempting to equal or beat his scores in each round of the Tournament.
• The Caddie Experience – Behind every great golfer is a trusted and reliable caddie. Players will have a caddie by their side on every swing, providing strategic advice, from shot selection to reading greens, helping them become a more successful golfer.
• The Closest Thing to Being There – For the first time ever, EA SPORTS™ utilized a new state-of-the art laser scanning technology at Augusta National Golf Club to laser scan every hole featured in the game. This will provide players with the most authentic digital representation of the Tournament and Par 3 courses. Every tree, every azalea and every undulation in every green was recreated down to the smallest detail.
• Broadcast Presentation – Feel the emotion of every swing as called by the all-new commentary team of Jim Nantz and David Feherty, who headline a completely revamped TV broadcast presentation package.
• Career Mode – The all-new career mode will closely mirror the journey of an amateur golfer’s rise through the ranks and chase the title of Masters champion.
• New Players – Over 20 professional golfers to choose from, including Zach Johnson (2007 Masters Champion) and Bubba Watson (2010 Ryder Cup – Team USA).
• Championship Courses – Take on the best of the best on sixteen of the world’s most celebrated courses, including Augusta National Golf Club, Royal Melbourne Golf Club (Australia), Atlanta Athletic Club, TPC San Antonio, St Andrews Links and Pebble Beach Golf Links.

Tiger Woods PGA TOUR ® 12: The Masters is developed in Orlando, Fla., by EA Tiburon and will be available on Xbox 360®, PlayStation®3 and Wii™. Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® 12 Collector’s Edition will be exclusive to the PlayStation®3.

This year marks the 20^th anniversary of a long-standing partnership between EA SPORTS and the PGA TOUR. Over the past two decades, EA SPORTS has introduced a series of immersive and authentic golf experiences across a variety of game platforms that has helped expand the popularity of the sport amongst fans. EA SPORTS growing golf portfolio includes the award-winning Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® franchise, Tiger Woods PGA TOUR Online and the recently announced EA SPORTS PGA TOUR® Golf Challenge for Facebook.

Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® 11 won Best Individual Sports Game at the 2010 Spike Video Game Awards.

To see additional information regarding Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® 12: The Masters, log on to www.easports.com/golf.

To read Augusta National Golf Club’s press release, go to www.masters.com.

EA SPORTS is one of the leading sports entertainment brands in the world, with top-selling videogame franchises, award-winning interactive technology, global videogame competitions and breakthrough digital experiences.  EA SPORTS delivers personal access to the emotion of sports through industry-leading sports simulation videogames, including Madden NFL football, FIFA Soccer, NHL® hockey, NBA Elite basketball, NCAA® Football, Fight Night boxing, EA SPORTS MMA, Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® golf, and EA SPORTS Active.

In the new trailer, members of the Kaos Studios development discuss a number of key issues in Homefront, the purpose of an embattled Freedom Fighter Cell to which protagonist Robert Jacobs is aligned, the human cost of war and consequences of violence, the impact of Massacre Fatigue in the modern Shooter genre and what Homefront is doing differently in this space.

AND…Don’t forget the fact that Homefront will be playable on dedicated servers for PC and consoles world-wide, including dedicated servers in Australia. See below for an official comment from Kaos Studios and THQ:

“Kaos Studios and THQ are committed to providing dedicated multiplayer servers around the world, including Australia, for both console and PC versions of Homefront. Furthermore, the PC SKU will allow gamers to set up and host games on their own servers, a feature that has been slowly disappearing from the online space in recent years.”

Gothenburg, Sweden (January 3, 2011) – Legendo Entertainment today announced that Ghost Mania, a paranormal puzzle game involving ghosts, a wacky story, mad spirits and a whole bunch of funky game modes for 1-2 players, is now available for download on the WiiWare™ service in North America for 500 Wii Points™.

On January 7, 2011, Europe will be getting Ghost Mania when the game releases in English, German, Spanish and French languages, also carrying a price tag of 500 Wii Points.

Ghost Mania supports widescreen and 480p and can be played by holding the Wii Remote™ controller horizontally. The game can be enjoyed by 1-2 players and also supports the Classic Controller™.

Key Features:

Use a combination of logic and strategy to plan out your moves and progress throughout the game. The concept is simple: catch all ghosts before it’s too late!
Packed with 70+ levels and four game modes for 1-2 players: Arcade Mode (fast and fun), Puzzle Mode (relaxed play), Endless Mode (eternal madness) or go head to head with a friend in the 2P Party Mode!
One of few puzzle games to feature multiple stories dependant on character and game mode selections.
Intuitive controls, simply hold the Wii Remote™controller horizontally to play. Also supports Classic Controller™.
For players of all ages, whether you’re a casual gamer or a puzzle whiz, you’ll surely enjoy this spooky puzzler!
Ghost Mania has been rated E for Everyone by the ESRB (North America). The game has been rated PEGI 7+ and USK 0 for Europe and Germany respectively.

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About Legendo Entertainment
Legendo Entertainment is an independent publisher and developer of computer and video games based on myths, legends, classic novels and historical events. Though its headquarters are located in Sweden, Legendo uses a distributed development model employing top talent from across the world. Legendo currently publishes and develops for the PC and Nintendo’s Wii system.