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eBay and RIM Offer eBay Application for BlackBerry Smartphones in Six More Countries

eBay application allows sellers to relist items directly within app; buyers can access more information about sellers

San Jose, Calif. and Waterloo, ON – June 30, 2010 Research In Motion (RIM) (Nasdaq: RIMM; TSX: RIM), a world leader in wireless innovation, and eBay, a global leader in mobile commerce and the world’s largest online marketplace, today jointly announced that the free eBay Application for BlackBerry® smartphones is immediately available on BlackBerry App World™ in six more countries: Australia, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom.* The application is also now officially available to North American BlackBerry smartphone users after a successful beta preview period.

“We are thrilled to be extending eBay’s mobile presence to millions of BlackBerry smartphone users around the globe,” said Steve Yankovich, vice president of platform business solutions and mobile at eBay Inc. “When developing any mobile application, we take into account the unique features and advantages of the device to better meet our customers’ needs. With BlackBerry’s Push Service and multi-tasking technology, eBay buyers and sellers are able to stay up-to-date on great deals and sales.”

With the eBay Application for BlackBerry smartphones, users can search, bid, buy and check their eBay buying and selling activity virtually anywhere. The application leverages the BlackBerry® Push Service to allow users to be wirelessly notified of the status of eBay listings in real-time. With alerts, eBay buyers can be notified when they have won an item or have been outbid, or if a listing on their Watch List is ending soon. Further, eBay sellers can be notified when a sale ends and will be provided with buyer information and the sale price. All notifications are directed to the user’s BlackBerry® Email inbox and, because the BlackBerry OS supports multi-tasking, users can simply click the email notification to automatically launch or switch to the eBay application.

“The idea of making eBay listings more conveniently accessible and manageable on BlackBerry smartphones is a ‘natural’, and the seamless mobile experience enabled by the unique push-based BlackBerry platform provides a perfect complement to the purchase process,” said Alan Brenner, senior vice president, BlackBerry Platform at Research In Motion.

The official eBay Application for BlackBerry smartphones includes features such as:
* Add to Calendar – Add the end time for listings to the BlackBerry Calendar and set reminders
* Daily Deals – View limited time bargains on popular items, where items are often over 50% off the original price and include free shipping**
* My eBay – Access personal eBay activity including Watched items, Bids, Sales, Saved Searches and Favorite Sellers
* Member Messages – Receive and reply to messages and emails sent through My eBay
* Payments – PayPal account users can purchase items within the application***
* Re-List Items – Re-list items for sale when current listing ends with no sale
* Sort Search Results by Distance – Sort search results by distance from location (up to 1,200 miles)

As a leading force in global mobile commerce, eBay Inc. is expected to generate $1.5 billion in gross merchandise volume (GMV) in 2010 through its mobile platforms. With the international availability of the eBay Application for BlackBerry smartphones, more mobile shoppers will have access to the 200+ million listings across eBay’s global marketplace. Today, over half of eBay’s mobile GMV comes from outside the United States.

For more information on the eBay Application for BlackBerry smartphones, please visit www.blackberry.com/ebay.

To view a demo of the eBay application for BlackBerry, please visit: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhDB2XVLKd0

Availability
The eBay Application for BlackBerry smartphones is free and is now available on BlackBerry App World in North America, Australia, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom (www.blackberry.com/appworld).

*The eBay application supports BlackBerry smartphones running BlackBerry OS version 4.5 or higher and requires a BlackBerry service plan that includes Internet access. The application also requires access to a wireless network.

**Daily Deals are currently only available on Australia, Canada, Germany, United Kingdom and United States versions of the eBay Application for BlackBerry smartphones.

***Purchasing items in the eBay Application for BlackBerry smartphones with PayPal is only available in Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States.

About eBay Inc.
Founded in 1995 in San Jose, Calif., eBay Inc. (NASDAQ:EBAY) connects millions of buyers and sellers globally on a daily basis through eBay, the world’s largest online marketplace, and PayPal, which enables individuals and businesses to securely, easily and quickly send and receive online payments. We also reach millions through specialized marketplaces such as StubHub, the world’s largest ticket marketplace, and eBay Classifieds sites, which together have a presence in more than 1,000 cities around the world. For more information about the company and our global portfolio of online brands, visit www.ebayinc.com.
For more information on eBay mobile, visit www.ebay.com/mobile.

About Research In Motion (RIM)
Research In Motion is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative wireless solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market. Through the development of integrated hardware, software and services that support multiple wireless network standards, RIM provides platforms and solutions for seamless access to time-sensitive information including email, phone, SMS messaging, Internet and intranet-based applications. RIM technology also enables a broad array of third party developers and manufacturers to enhance their products and services with wireless connectivity to data. RIM’s portfolio of award-winning products, services and embedded technologies are used by thousands of organizations around the world and include the BlackBerry® wireless platform, the RIM Wireless Handheld(tm) product line, software development tools, radio-modems and software/hardware licensing agreements. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario, RIM operates offices in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. RIM is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market (Nasdaq: RIMM) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RIM). For more information, visit www.rim.com or www.blackberry.com.

Forward Looking Statement
This announcement contains forward-looking statements relating to the future performance of eBay’s businesses that are based on its current expectations, forecasts and assumptions. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding future growth in mobile commerce. Those statements involve risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially from those discussed. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, consumer acceptance and use of eBay’s mobile applications. More information about potential factors which could affect eBay’s business and results is included in eBay’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009, its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, its Current Reports on Form 8-K, and other periodic filings. All forward-looking statements are based on information available to eBay on the date hereof, and eBay assumes no obligation to update such statements.

Forward-looking statements in this news release are made pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws. When used herein, words such as “expect”, “anticipate”, “estimate”, “may”, “will”, “should”, “intend,” “believe”, and similar expressions, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on estimates and assumptions made by RIM in light of its experience and its perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors that RIM believes are appropriate in the circumstances. Many factors could cause RIM’s actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including those described in the “Risk Factors” section of RIM’s Annual Information Form, which is included in its Annual Report on Form 40-F (copies of which filings may be obtained at www.sedar.com or www.sec.gov). These factors should be considered carefully, and readers should not place undue reliance on RIM’s forward-looking statements. RIM has no intention and undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

The BlackBerry and RIM families of related marks, images and symbols are the exclusive properties and trademarks of Research In Motion Limited. RIM, Research In Motion and BlackBerry are registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be pending or registered in other countries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. RIM assumes no liability and makes no representation, warranty or guarantee in relation to third party products or services.

 
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Bulletstorm – Cliff Bleszenski game walkthough video

Coming to you now via digidelivery is the next thrilling instalment for immediate release from Cliff Bleszinski,

Yep you know that name, as he gives you a first hand walkthrough of his upcoming title, Bulletstorm.

 
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EA’S TIGER WOODS PGA TOUR 11 SWINGS INTO STORES TODAY!

Welcome to Team Golf

1 July 2010, Australia – Electronic Arts Inc. announced today that Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® 11 has shipped in Australia. Players can fight for honour and their country in the all-new Ryder Cup Challenge at the Twenty Ten Course at Celtic Manor Resort; the course of the 2010 Ryder Cup.

For the first time in franchise history, create your own team and take on the world in Online Team Play – featuring up to 12 versus 12 players on Xbox LIVE and PlayStation Network*. The Tiger Woods PGA TOUR franchise continues its innovation legacy in motion control with its support of the all-new PlayStation® Move controller, while the Wii™ version features an authentic way to hit the links with True View – via a first person camera in Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 11.

The Ryder Cup brings together the best American and European golfers in a team competition format and is considered to be one of the last great sporting events to be founded on prestige rather than prize money. Choose from the U.S. or European squad and participate in various competition formats: foursomes – where players hit alternate shots, fourballs and singles – which traditionally bring the biennial event to a close with players going head-to-head. When playing The Ryder Cup mode offline, you can enjoy the flexibility of swapping to any match, thus providing the ultimate control over your team’s success.

“With the Ryder Cup just a few months away, we wanted to give fans an early taste of what it would be like to participate in a team style tournament with Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 11,” said Executive Producer Nick Wlodyka. “Golf fans will now have the ability to experience the nationalism and team pride that comes along with playing in the Ryder Cup first-hand.”

Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 11 on the Wii brings the links to the living room with two all-new enhanced swing mechanics utilising the Wii MotionPlus™ accessory. The Advanced Plus swing mechanic will read rotation and swing angle, while the Tour Pro swing mechanic assesses rotation, swing plane and point of contact* – creating a one-to-one authentic sports motion experience. Players can then take their newly developed golf skills online and engage in team play matches or hit links with online disc golf featuring all 28 in-game courses. Take a break from the fairways and enjoy the fun with the all-new Mini-Golf mode on one of four original and unique miniature golf courses.

Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 11 will be the first EA SPORTS title to launch with Online Pass, a one-time use registration code with each Xbox 360 and PS3 copy sold new at retail which allows access to online services and features – including Daily, Weekly and Live Tournaments; Online Multiplayer Modes such as Online Team Play, Stroke play, Skins, Best Ball and Head-to-Head Play; and EA SPORTS GamerNet – as well as a bonus advanced driver used on the PGA TOUR for play in-game.

Developed in Orlando, Fla., by EA Tiburon, Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 11 is available on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment systems, Wii™ and iPhone™.

To see additional information regarding Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 11, log on to www.tigerwoodspgatour.easports.com.

For Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 11 assets, go to www.info.ea.com.

*Available only on Xbox 360 and PlayStation3. Internet connection and EA account required.

#ENDS

For more information and high res imagery please contact:
Lisa Knox / Liberty Lee
DEC for Electronic Arts Australia
lisa@deccommunications.com.au / liberty@deccommunications.com.au
(02) 8014 5036 / (02) 8014 5032

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 LIVE basketball, NCAA® Football and NCAA Basketball, Fight Night boxing and Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® golf, EA SPORTS MMA and EA SPORTS Active™.

For more information about EA SPORTS, including news, video, blogs, forums and game apps, please visit www.easports.co to connect, share and compete.

About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the Company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EA SPORTS™, EA™, EA Mobile™ and POGO™. In fiscal 2010, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $3.7 billion and had 27 titles that sold more than one million units. EA’s homepage and online game site is www.ea.com. More information about EA’s products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at http://info.ea.com.

 
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Melbourne Museum explores Victoria’s history – all 600 million years of it!

Melbourne Museum’s newest exhibition showcases remarkable fossils, models, rocks and minerals, stunning animatronics and living displays, taking visitors on an extraordinary journey through 600 million years of Victoria’s life and landscapes.

600 million years: Victoria evolves opens on 1st July 2010 and is the latest addition to the Museum’s ever-popular Science and Life Gallery.

The exhibition tells the story of Victoria’s evolution – of land, geology and species – beginning hundreds of millions of years ago when Australia was part of a super-continent. At this time, the land that was to become Victoria was under the ocean, with a coastline near where the Flinders Ranges are today.

Through a series of displays featuring prehistoric landscapes and life forms, 600 million years shows how evolution shaped Victoria as we know it today.

“This is a really fantastic exhibition that vividly tells the story of Victoria’s ever-changing landscapes, animals and plants,” said Wayne Gerdtz, Curator. “Each display in the exhibition is like a snapshot of a pivotal stage in the evolution of animals and plants and the land itself.”

“A particular highlight of 600 million years is a display of animatronic dinosaurs showing a kind of animal that roamed Victoria around 115 million years ago: a pair of Qantassaurus based on actual fossils found at Inverloch. Developed by leading animatronic creators Creature Technology Company in collaboration with Museum Victoria, the models incorporate cutting-edge technology and computer animated backdrops to create a realistic environment.”

“The dinosaurs are programmed to react with visitors – they are so lifelike, it’s creepily realistic,” said Gerdtz.

600 million years starts by immersing visitors under the seas of more than 500 million years ago, with fossils and models of some bizarre-looking, long-extinct animals. Around this time, the oldest Victorian rocks formed, as a result of underwater volcanic eruptions – rocks originally formed by these volcanoes have been found at Phillip Island by Museum Victoria geologists.

The exhibition explains the processes that formed iconic Victorian landscapes like the Grampians – which formed as sandstone in ancient ocean beds – and the Dandenong Ranges – formed from the remains of vast cauldron-like volcanoes. Visitors will also be taken through key stages in the evolution of life in Victoria from ancient reefs and their inhabitants, to the invasion of the land by plants, invertebrates, and eventually backboned animals.

Fossils are a strong feature throughout 600 million years, including Janjucetus (an early ancestor of modern baleen whales identified by Museum Victoria researcher Dr Erich Fitzgerald in 2006), exquisitely preserved leaves and even fossilised fruit and nuts from more than 40 million years ago when the Victorian landscape was blanketed in lush tropical rainforest.

Other notable objects include casts of internationally significant fossilised footprints discovered near Victoria’s Genoa River, left behind by one of the first vertebrates to walk, around 365 million years ago. Visitors can follow the story of these ancient amphibious tetrapods, and their eventual evolution into reptiles, dinosaurs, birds and mammals.

600 million years also includes a number of ‘living fossils’ – such as live Queensland Lungfish, found in river systems in south-eastern Queensland – animals that have changed little in more than 200 million years. The Lungfish display represents a fish closely related to the first backboned animals to walk on land.

600 million years: Victoria evolves is the third phase of the redevelopment of Melbourne Museum’s Science and Life Gallery. The completed redevelopment will present the most comprehensive natural history display in any Australian museum, and will feature more than 3,000 objects from the museum’s collections, many displayed for the first time.

 
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MARIO TAKES OFF INTO THE RECORD BOOKS

Melburnians have established a new world hugging record

Thursday, July 1, 2010

Hundreds of Melburnians braved the cold this morning to attend the Australian launch of Super Mario Galaxy 2, a game that is already receiving rave reviews internationally. Mario received 172 hugs goodbye as he set off into the galaxy with a new world hugging record, for the most amount of hugs by a mascot in 20 minutes. The record established at The Nintendo Experience at EB Games Melbourne, commemorated the much anticipated Australian launch of Super Mario Galaxy 2.

Eager Melburnians were up at the crack of dawn to secure the first copies of this highly anticipated video game and a lucky fan walked away with one of the only signed copies from Mr Miyamoto himself, the genius behind Mario and other Nintendo games. TV and radio personality Jabba entertained the early morning crowd and every hugger received their own personal photo of the occasion.

The current world record for the most hugs set by a human (not wearing a mascot costume) is held by 51-year-old Jeff Ondash who hugged 7777 people in 24 hours outside the Paris Las Vegas casino in February 2010. Due to Mario needing a rest every 20 minutes (it’s tiring jumping around and collecting all those coins), the hugging time was limited to 20 minutes in order to establish the new hugging record for a character mascot.

The hugging record is in the process of being formally registered with The World Record Academy, the leading international organisation which certifies world records.

Super Mario Galaxy 2 is out today.

 
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LADY GAGA, RIHANNA, PUSSYCAT DOLLS, MAROON 5, DURAN DURAN AND MORE GET BLOCK PARTIES ROCKIN’ WITH NEW JAMS FOR GUITAR HERO® AND DJ HERO®

Award-Winning Hits Available as Downloadable Songs and Mixes From World Renowned Pop Sensations

Sydney, AUSTRALIA. 1ST July 2010 – Axe shredding rockaholics, virtual mix maestros and all of their friends will come together and party this holiday weekend with new downloadable content for Activision Publishing Inc.’s (Nasdaq: ATVI) Guitar Hero® and DJ Hero®. Available today and featuring some of the biggest hits from global pop sensations such as Lady Gaga, Pussycat Dolls, Rihanna, Duran Duran and Maroon 5, the Pop 1 Track Pack for the Guitar Hero Music Library and the DJ Hero Dance Party Mix Pack will provide hours of nonstop, party rockin’, beat blastin’ entertainment for the whole crew to enjoy.

Setting the ones and twos ablaze today, the DJ Hero Dance Party Mix Pack delivers a trio of new mixes – Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face” Mixed With “Girls On Film” by Duran Duran, Pussycat Dolls’ “Buttons” beat juggle and Rihanna’s “S.O.S.” beat juggle – that will have digital DJ’s spinning, scratching and battling their parties to the next level.

Guitar Hero fans looking to pick up their axes, grab their drum sticks or rock the mic right are in for a treat this weekend with a trio of hit pop artists in the Pop 1 Track Pack for the Guitar Hero Music Library that will have these budding musicians rocking out with all their friends to Lady Gaga’s club anthem, “Just Dance,” Maroon 5’s hit single, “This Love” and the Synthpop hit, “Fireflies,” by Owl City.

The Guitar Hero Pop 1 Track Pack will be available on Xbox LIVE® Marketplace for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft for 440 Microsoft Points, on the PlayStation®Store for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system for $9.25 and for Wii™ for 550 Wii Points™. All songs in the track pack will also be released as downloadable singles for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft for 160 Microsoft Points, PLAYSTATION 3 system for $3.45 and Wii for 200 Wii Points each.

The DJ Hero Dance Party Mix Pack will be available on Xbox 360 for 640 Microsoft Points and PLAYSTATION 3 system for $12.95. All mixes will be released as downloadable singles for Wii for 300 Wii Points each.

For more information about Guitar Hero and the entire line-up of downloadable songs and disc imports, please visit www.guitarhero.com.

Available now, DJ Hero was developed by FreeStyleGames for the Xbox 360, the PLAYSTATION 3 and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment systems and Wii. The game is rated “T” (Teen – Mild Suggestive Themes, Lyrics) by the ESRB. For more information about DJ Hero, please visit djhero.com, facebook.com/djhero and twitter.com/djhero.

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, Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Australia, South Korea, China and the region of Taiwan. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company’s website, www.activision.com.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-looking Statements: Information in this press release that involves Activision Publishing’s expectations, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future are forward-looking statements that are not facts and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Activision Publishing generally uses words such as “outlook,” “will,” “could,” “would,” “might,” “remains,” “to be,” “plans,” “believes,” “may,” “expects,” “intends,” “anticipates,” “estimate,” future,” “plan,” “positioned,” “potential,” “project,” “remain,” “scheduled,” “set to,” “subject to,” “upcoming” and similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause Activision Publishing’s actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements set forth in this release include, but are not limited to, sales levels of Activision Publishing’s titles, shifts in consumer spending trends, the impact of the current macroeconomic environment, the seasonal and cyclical nature of the interactive game market, Activision Publishing’s ability to predict consumer preferences among competing hardware platforms, declines in software pricing, product returns and price protection, product delays, retail acceptance of Activision Publishing’s products, adoption rate and availability of new hardware (including peripherals) and related software, industry competition including from used games and other forms of entertainment, litigation risks and associated costs, rapid changes in technology, industry standards, business models including online and used games, and consumer preferences, including interest in specific genres such as music, first-person action and massively multiplayer online games, protection of proprietary rights, maintenance of relationships with key personnel, customers, licensees, licensors, vendors, and third-party developers, including the ability to attract, retain and develop key personnel and developers that can create high quality “hit” titles, counterparty risks relating to customers, licensees, licensors and manufacturers, domestic and international economic, financial and political conditions and policies, foreign exchange rates and tax rates, and the identification of suitable future acquisition opportunities and potential challenges associated with geographic expansion, and the other factors identified in the risk factors sections of Activision Blizzard’s most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The forward-looking statements in this release are based upon information available to Activision Publishing and Activision Blizzard as of the date of this release, and neither Activision Publishing nor Activision Blizzard assumes any obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements believed to be true when made may ultimately prove to be incorrect. These statements are not guarantees of the future performance of Activision Publishing or Activision Blizzard and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond its control and may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations.

 
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FOOTBALL MANAGER HANDHELD 2010 LITE AVAILABLE NOW

Free To Try Version Of Acclaimed App Available On iTunes

Thursday 1st July 2010 – Sports Interactive and SEGA Europe Ltd. are proud to announce that today Football Manager Handheld 2010 Lite will be available via the iTunes Store for the iPhone and iPod touch.  

The lite version allows players to try the first 2 months of the first season of Football Manager Handheld 2010, the world’s number 1 football manager series, for free. The lite version creates savegames compatible with the full game and includes all the features that the complete application offers.

Football Manager Handheld 2010 and Football Manager Handheld 2010 Lite are developed by the London based award winning developer Sports Interactive for iPhone and iPod touch, and are also compatible with iPad.

For more information about the game, please visit www.footballmanager.net

 
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Red Dead Redemption – A Short film from Red Dead Redemption

This amazing movie has been filmed using the engine which created Red Dead Redemption. It was directed by director John Hillcoat (The Proposition) and truly showcases not only the talent of this director but also those responsible behind this amazing game. Check it out below!

 
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LEGO® HARRY POTTER™: YEARS 1-4

Sydney, Australia – June 30, 2010 – Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and TT Games are building the magic in retail stores today with LEGO® Harry Potter™: Years 1-4, available now in Australia for Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation® 3 computer entertainment system, Wii™, Nintendo DS™, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system and Windows PC.

Combining the quirky and fun gameplay of LEGO® with the magic of Harry Potter™, LEGO® Harry Potter: Years 1-4 gives gamers the chance to wield the magic and take on the adventure of the first four Harry Potter books and films: Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s StoneTM, Harry Potter and the Chamber of SecretsTM, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of AzkabanTM, and Harry Potter and the Goblet of FireTM.

The adventure builds from Privet Drive to the Triwizard Tournament in an interactive journey that takes players through some of the most detailed and expansive environments ever created for a LEGO game.

“We are very proud to launch LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4, bringing LEGO creativity and humour to the rich characters and wonderful storytelling of the Harry Potter books and films,” said Tom Stone, Managing Director, TT Games. “The game is our best LEGO game yet and offers a magical building adventure that families will be able to enjoy playing together.”

Playing as Harry Potter, Ron Weasley™ and Hermione Granger™, as well as more than 170 other favourite characters, fans will have the opportunity to attend lessons, cast spells, mix potions, fly on broomsticks and complete tasks to earn rewards.

In LEGO® Harry Potter: Years 1-4, players will have the freedom to play alone or in two-player co-op as they explore iconic settings from the wizarding world including Diagon Alley, the Forbidden Forest and the village of Hogsmeade, as they relive the adventures like never before with the fun and creative customization that is unique to LEGO videogames.

Developed by TT Games, LEGO® Harry Potter: Years 1-4 is rated “G” by the OFLC and available for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 system for the suggested retail price of $89.95, and Wii for the suggested retail price of $79.95. The game is also available for Nintendo DS (SRP $59.95), Windows PC and PSP system for the suggested retail price of $49.95. For more information, please visit www.magicisbuilding.com.

 
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TRACKMANIA ON WII™ PRESENTS ITS TRACK EDITOR!

The incredible Track Editor, distinctive brand of TrackMania, allows you to create your own tracks very easily and intuitively with the Wiimote. Thanks to more than 1000 spectacular building blocks, let your creativity run free and build the craziest tracks! Then share your best creations with your friends and challenge them in real time, thanks to Nintendo Wi-Fi connection!

Using your Wiimote and your Nunchuk, your Classic Gamepad or your Wii Wheel, drive racing cars at incredible speeds on spectacular tracks full of ramps, loops, turbo boosts, and other crazy track-blocks. Race on more than 200 tracks divided into six environments (for as many types of gameplay), and numerous game modes: Race, Platform, or Puzzle! Of course, multiplayer modes are also included: Hotseat mode, 4 players split-screen, and especially online play using Nintendo Wi-Fi connection! Compete against your friends and join online players from all around the world!

Impeccable production and rich content provide TrackMania Wii with everything it needs to become the most fun-filled and complete racing game on Nintendo Wii.

Watch the video