TDK Mediactive Unveils
Most Extensive Lineup Ever at 2002 Electronic
Entertainment Expo; Video Game Publisher to Showcase Some
of the Top Licenses in the Industry
TDK
Mediactive, Inc. (OTCBB:TDKM), a global publisher of
interactive entertainment software, is set to debut its
2002 product lineup, its strongest and most impressive to
date, at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los
Angeles May 22-24, 2002. The company will showcase games
of all styles across multiple platforms and genres,
including titles created with some of the biggest
licenses in the industry.
From "Shrek(R)" and
"Robotech(R)" to Mercedes-Benz(TM) and
"Dinotopia(TM)," TDK Mediactive has something
for everyone. Furthermore, every viable game system will
be represented in the TDK booth (South Hall #1446)
including the Nintendo GameCube(TM) system,
PlayStation(R) 2 computer entertainment system, Xbox(TM)
video game system from Microsoft, and PlayStation(R) game
console, as well as the Nintendo Game Boy(R) Advance and
Game Boy Color handheld systems.
"The presence of TDK
Mediactive will be felt at this year's E3 like never
before," said Vincent Bitetti, chief executive
officer, TDK Mediactive. "Our lineup is more
powerful than it has ever been, packed with new titles
featuring globally recognized brands like `Shrek,'
`Robotech' and `Aquaman.' Plus, we've got a few more
surprises that we plan to unveil at the show."
TDK's E3 2002 Lineup
"Robotech(R)
Battlecry(TM)" and "Robotech: The Macross
Saga(TM)": A mission-driven, third-person action
game that takes the hi-tech mecha mayhem of the animated
television series and translates it into an exciting
real-time 3-D game. In this high-octane action shooter,
players take on the role of an intrepid fighter pilot and
must put their skills to the test in a desperate struggle
to aid the Robotech Defense Force (RDF) in safeguarding
the planet Earth against the evil alien forces of the
Zentraedi(TM) armada. Players control the Veritech(TM)
fighter, a unique multi-purpose mecha, capable of agile
ground-based combat in robotic form, or quickly
transforming into an advanced tactical fighter for aerial
dog fighting. "Robotech: Battlecry" is
scheduled to launch this fall for PlayStation 2, Xbox and
GameCube, with "Robotech: The Macross Saga"
being released for Game Boy Advance.
"Shrek(R) Super
Party(TM)": Movie-like graphics and multi-player
action come to the living room in this interactive board
game with 30 action-packed mini-games! Up to four players
can play as Shrek, Princess Fiona(TM), Lord Farquaad(TM),
Donkey, Monsieur Hood or Thelonius. By advancing in the
board game, swapping bugs and/or teaming-up against
opponents, players will compete to earn 100 drops of bug
juice and win the game. "Shrek Super Party" is
scheduled to release on Xbox in fall 2002.
"Shrek Extra
Large(TM)": The ogre is back! And he's EXTRA LARGE!
Enhanced and redesigned for the GameCube demographic, the
hit character-based platformer, Shrek is back and stacked
with 10 levels, new and beloved twisted fairy tale
characters, over 15 awesome cut scenes and action-packed
gameplay! Players will explore twisted fairy tale lands
and complete over 50 missions in order to rescue Princess
Fiona. Scheduled to release fall 2002.
"Shrek Treasure
Hunt(TM)": Tons of "Shrek" fun on
PlayStation One! In this third-person activity-based
video game, kids can play as Shrek through a series of
mini-games. It all starts in Shrek's swamp, where he and
Princess Fiona are planning a picnic. It seems that Three
Blind Mice have borrowed Shrek's materials and, well,
misplaced them. Players will play as Shrek and complete
10 mini-games. Only when all the pieces are collected,
will Shrek and Princess Fiona be able to enjoy their
lovely picnic. The hunt is scheduled to begin this
summer.
"Shrek Hassle at the
Castle(TM)": A third-person action/adventure game
with a Japanese-flavored character design. The game
loosely follows the storyline of the Academy
Award(R)-winning major motion picture. Shrek embarks on a
journey to save his swamp, which has been overrun by
fairy tale characters. In order to regain his rightful
land, Shrek must rescue Princess Fiona(TM) from the evil
Dragon's castle and return her safely to Lord
Farquaad(TM). Coming to Game Boy Advance this fall,
"Shrek Hassle at the Castle" features seven
massive levels and 21 packed stages.
"Aquaman: Battle for
Atlantis": The dynamic DC Comics super hero stars in
a spectacular underwater action/adventure brawler.
Aquaman defends the deep-sea city of Atlantis against
three of his most infamous arch-enemies, including the
Lava Lord and Black Manta. Comic book and video game fans
alike will jump at the chance to wield Aquaman's
legendary super powers and cybernetic morphing hook hand
against these seemingly invincible villains and their
armies. "Aquaman: Battle for Atlantis" is
scheduled to come to Xbox and GameCube this fall.
"Dinotopia(TM): The
Timestone Pirates(TM)": Based on James Gurney's
vision of a unique civilization where dinosaurs and
humans live peacefully together, Dinotopia immerses
players in a colorful action/adventure. Thrust into the
role of Clayton, the young hero, players will journey
across land, sea and air on a quest to return stolen eggs
to a fierce herd of tyrannosaurs, and ultimately claim
the legendary Timestone. "Dinotopia: The Timestone
Pirates" has recently released to stellar reviews on
Game Boy Advance. The release of the game coincided with
the premiere of "Dinotopia," the eagerly
anticipated mini-series from Hallmark Entertainment,
which premiered May 12 on the ABC television network.
This "mega-series" is the largest-ever
made-for-television production.
"Mercedes-Benz
WorldRacing(TM)": A challenging driving experience
with a mission-based game design. At the end of each
successfully completed mission, players can unlock new
and vintage Mercedes-Benz cars, prototypes and racing
models in this electrifying 3-D racing game. The custom
landscape engine allows players to experience bigger and
better racing environments, even allowing them to leave
the racetrack itself and drive off-road for shortcuts.
The game will feature a large spectrum of complex
international scenarios. "Mercedes-Benz
WorldRacing" is due to release for the Xbox in fall
2002.
"Pryzm(TM): Chapter One: The
Dark Unicorn(TM)": In this fantasy action/adventure,
Pryzm, a young winged unicorn, and Karrock, a tenacious
old troll, seek the cause of a plague of dark magic that
has corrupted the lands and twisted the inhabitants into
hideous mutants. The unlikely duo use their spectacular
magic powers to defend themselves and heal the mutant
enemies they encounter on their journey, gradually
cleansing the lands of the plague until at last they
discover its perilous source. "Pryzm: Chapter One:
The Dark Unicorn" is scheduled to release on
PlayStation 2 June 11, 2002.
"Masters of the Universe(TM)
He-Man: Power of Grayskull(TM)": The most powerful
man on the Game Boy Advance ... A hero whose courage
knows no bounds and strength has no equal. He is
He-Man(TM), the most powerful man in the universe. In an
epic world of magic and mystery, there are battles to
wage and secrets that must be kept. When Skeletor(TM) and
his evil minions try to take over all of Eternia(TM), it
is up to He-Man and the Masters of the Universe to
protect their land. The game features both on-foot and
vehicular combat modes. Up to four players can battle in
head-to-head action with link cables. Coming this fall to
Game Boy Advance.
About TDK Mediactive, Inc.
Southern California-based TDK
Mediactive, Inc. is a global publisher of high-quality
interactive entertainment software for the PlayStation(R)
2 computer entertainment system, PS one(TM) game console,
Xbox(TM) video game system from Microsoft, and the
Nintendo GameCube(TM), Game Boy(R) Advance and the Game
Boy(R) Color systems. The Company also publishes titles
for personal computers via a co-publishing agreement with
Activision Value, a subsidiary of Activision, Inc. The
company's games are based on licensed and original
content derived from major motion pictures, video
franchises, popular literature and popular culture.
TDK Mediactive has exclusive
technology and content licenses with Sony Computer
Entertainment America Inc., Microsoft Corporation,
Nintendo of America Inc., DreamWorks SKG, Vivendi
Universal Studios, Mattel Inc., Classic Media, R & S
Trading, BKN International, DC Comics, Hallmark
Entertainment Distribution LLC, BDSP Inc., The Jim Henson
Company, General Motors Corporation and others.
TDK Mediactive is 73% owned by
TDK USA Corp., and is part of TDK Corporation's
(NYSE:TDK) global effort to expand its offerings to
consumers of entertainment-oriented products. More
information about TDK Mediactive and its products is
available at www.tdk-mediactive.com
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