KOEI to introduce its Tactical Action mega-hit to more platforms along with never-before-seen content exclusive to the PlayStation^®2 computer entertainment system

KOEI, recognized worldwide as the premier brand of strategy and action games, today announced that the company is bringing its mega-hit Tactical Action game, DYNASTY WARRIORS®6 to PlayStation 2 and to Windows-based PC.

DYNASTY WARRIORS 6 will debut on PlayStation 2 as a massive two-disc collection action-packed with the full cast of playable characters and pulse-pounding scenarios of the original release, plus platform-exclusive content including never-before-seen “Musou” mode stories, incredible new weapons, five additional stages and 10 new scenarios.

DYNASTY WARRIORS 6 for PlayStation 2 will ship to retailers starting November 18, 2008, while the version for Windows-based PC will be available simultaneously and exclusively through digital download. The game is already in stores for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.

Screenshots from the Japanese PS2 version (click to enlarge)

Host Interactive Video Game Parties with BATTLESHIP, YAHTZEE, BOGGLE,

CONNECT FOUR, and SORRY! from the Comfort of Your Living Room

Redwood City, Calif. – May 16, 2008 – Join your host MR. POTATO HEAD for fun and games with family and friends like never before. From the Casual Entertainment Label of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) comes the fun-filled video game HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT, launching fall 2008 on Wii™ and the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. Featuring six games including: BATTLESHIP, YAHTZEE, BOGGLE, CONNECT FOUR, SORRY! and the all new, SORRY! Sliders, HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT is sure to become a valuable family favorite.

With the HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT digital experience, families can enjoy familiar classic Hasbro board games or throw in a fun spin with new versions like CONNECT FOUR Power Chips, BOGGLE Portal Cubes, Reverse YAHTZEE and BATTLESHIP Barrage – which add fresh dimensions and challenges to these legendary favorites. Play with up to four people in YAHTZEE, BOGGLE, SORRY! and SORRY! Sliders or up to two players in CONNECT FOUR and BATTLESHIP.

Players can deck out their very own distinctive digital game room in HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT by choosing a setting and adding earned trophies, cool furniture and decorations all themed to their favorite games. Not only can players customize where they play, but also how they play. HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT features a party mode that gives players the option to build a custom party game by choosing their desired game(s), number of players and setting a time limit. Party mode mini-game challenges include Match the Pattern, Shake for Words and Bomb Run.

“We’re giving families a new way to bond and play together,” said Chip Lange, Vice President and General Manager of EA’s Casual Entertainment Label. “HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT offers parents and their children a digital party experience full of classic brands they know and love. Between original and new rule settings, an easy-to-play party mode and a customizable game room feature, the variety and choice promise hours of fun family play.”

“HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT is designed to bring family and friends of all ages together in the digital living room for an evening of ‘anything goes’ fun,” said Mark Blecher, General Manager of Digital Media and Gaming at Hasbro. “Hasbro has been providing families with the best in game play for decades, and now they can enjoy some of our most beloved brands with an all-new digital twist.”

Fatal Fury: Battle Archives Vol. 2 is a collection of 3 games (on one disc) from one of SNK’s most popular fighting game series, FATAL FURY. Battle Archives Vol. 2 comes loaded with: REAL BOUT FATAL FURY, REAL BOUT FATAL FURY SPECIAL and REAL BOUT FATAL FURY 2; The Newcomers, completing the 7 game series. These installments are well known for their hand-drawn animation, stylish character designs and their original “2 Line System” where players can strategize and plan out their plan of action from separate foreground and background planes. When combined with visual flair and unique, one of a kind personality with 2D gameplay that is both fast and furious it is easy to see how Fatal Fury has become a true classic of the fighting genre.
“The Fatal Fury series has always been an SNK fan favorite and now with Battle Archives Vol. 2 we can bring the story full circle” said Ben Herman, President of SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION. “This collection provides both classic gamers and a whole new generation of gamers with the greatness that is Fatal Fury.”

For more info and screenshots visit the official site here: http://snkplaymoreusa.com/

Crave ships most extensive collection of classic cards games available for console
Newport Beach, CA — Apr 07, 2008 — Crave Entertainment, a leading publisher of console videogames, today announced that World Championship Cards for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system has shipped to retailers throughout North America. The most complete collection of card games currently available for console devices, the game features more than 30 different varieties of classic card games including Bridge, Gin Rummy, 10 varieties of Solitaire, Cribbage, Hearts, Spades, Crazy 8’s, and many more!
World Championship Cards includes a robust create-a-character mode that lets players choose from various personalities, skin tone, hair, clothing and hats. Powerful multiplayer capabilities allow up to 8 players to challenge each other online, and World Championship Cards also supports the EyeToy(tm) USB Camera and USB Headset for PlayStation 2 system.
The game is now available for an MSRP of $14.99 for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system and will be available in May 2008 for the PSP (PlayStation®Portable) system.