Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest)

• QTE Blog: Re-Cap of The Weekends News (oldest to newest) http://ow.ly/16KjF1

• QTE Blog: Audio Re-Cap of The Weekends News (oldest to newest) http://ow.ly/16Kl3s

• its reported that Cing, Hotel Dusk and Little Kings Story Devs, have filed for bankruptcy. http://ow.ly/1fzcg

• PC: Ubisoft say their DRM outage yesterdays was due to their servers being attacked. 95% of players were not effected http://ow.ly/1fze8

• PS3: Its thought that a Microsoft trademark for Arc has forced Sony to change the name of the motion controller http://ow.ly/1fzfI

• 360: Crackdown 2 devs have said that the ability to save and share videos will be added in future DLC. http://ow.ly/1fzm1

• UK Game Charts, Battlefield Bad Company 2, Just Dance, Aliens Vs Predator, Heavy Rain, Sonic & Sega All Stars Racing http://ow.ly/1fzng

• Leaked Sonic The Hedgehog 4 achievements reveal Super Sonic is in the game. http://ow.ly/1fzot

• Sega have teased that Sonic The Hedgehog 4 Episode 2 will please fans http://ow.ly/1fzq8

• PS3: Its strongly rumoured that Sony is going to reveal a firm release date for the motion controller tomorrow http://ow.ly/1fzs3

• PS3: its rumoured that the Motion Controller has got a Nunchuck expansion with a d-pad, X O buttons, L1 L2 triggers http://ow.ly/1fzuP

• PS3: its rumoured that Sony is releasing Little Big Planet 2 this year and will announce the game at this weeks GDC http://ow.ly/1fzxn

• QTE Blog: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment Offcially Reveal Scribblenauts 2 http://ow.ly/16KpMa

• PSP: a GameStop add shows the PSP 3000 will drop in price to $149.99. not known if this is a permanent price drop. http://ow.ly/1fzAX

• PS3: God Of War III Review scores now live. plenty of 10/10, a few 9/10 http://ow.ly/1fEWj

• PS3: Mega Man 3 is coming to the Japan PSN next week. it has better menus, boss rush, hard mode, artwork collection http://ow.ly/1fEY5

• 360: EA has had to reset Battlefield Bad Company 2 servers due to issues caused by unprecedented demand. http://ow.ly/1fEZh

• QTE Blog: This Weeks WiiWare, DSiWare, And Virtual Console Releases http://ow.ly/16KshP

• 360: OXM UK briefly revealed the next shooter from Stuart Black and Codemasters is Bodycount, but it was taken down http://ow.ly/1fF0D

• Majesco have received a notice of delisting from the Nasdaq stock market after the stock fell under $1 per share. http://ow.ly/1fF3d

• QTE Blog: Nintendo Announce A USA Launch Event For Pokemon HeatGold/ SoulSilver http://ow.ly/16KtBB

• QTE Blog: Sony Online Entertainment Announce Their First Facebook Game Is PoxNora http://ow.ly/16KtBA

• PS3: Sony Santa Monica have revealed that God Of War III cost $44 Million to make. http://ow.ly/1fJjm

• QTE Blog: Activision Announce 10 Minute Solution For The Nintendo Wii http://ow.ly/16Kvk4

• QTE Blog: Microsoft Reveal Lips: I Love The 80s And Announce Its Out On 2nd April http://ow.ly/16Kvk5

• Mac: Valve have confirmed that Steam and Source Engine are coming to Mac in April. Can Play game on Mac Then PC http://ow.ly/1fJlL

• 360: Microsoft have announced that they will show the full Natal line-up at E3, http://ow.ly/1fJna

• QTE Blog: THQ Announce de Blob: Revolution For The iPhone And Reveal Its Out Now http://ow.ly/16Kx3L

• QTE Blog: Analysts Predict The Playstation 3 Will Out Sell Its Rivals During The Lifetime Of This Generation http://ow.ly/16Kx3K

• PC: Ubisoft have said that their servers are under attack again. some people will experience login issues. http://ow.ly/1fMSM

• EA are working on a update to Battlefield Bad Company 2 on PS3. access to game store and VIP content coming. http://ow.ly/1fMY4

Analysts Predict The Playstation 3 Will Out Sell Its Rivals During The Lifetime Of This Generation

According to a report, “Taming the Waves: Games Console Life Cycles and Platform Competition,” Strategy Analytics Connected Home Devices service have predicted that the Playstation 3 will outsell the Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii over the lifetime of this console generation.

The Analysts predict that the Nintendo Wii console sales will peak in 2011, whilst the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 will peak between 2012-2014. They also predict The Playstation 3 will continue to be a commercial platform 5 years after Nintendo have released a sequel to the Nintendo Wii, selling a predicted 127 Million units compared to the predicted 103 Million Nintendo Wii's.

Press Release

BOSTON --(Business Wire)-- Mar 08, 2010 Sony’s PlayStation 3 (PS3) games console will sell more units than its rivals over the lifetime of the current generation, according to new forecasts published by the Strategy Analytics Connected Home Devices service, ahead of this week’s Games Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco. Although global sales to date of the Nintendo Wii have exceeded those of the PS3 and the Microsoft Xbox 360, this report, “Taming the Waves: Games Console Life Cycles and Platform Competition,” predicts that the PS3 will still be a commercial platform five years after the Wii has been replaced. Lifetime PS3 sales are predicted to reach 127 million units, compared to 103 million Wii units.

“Nintendo has done a great job with the Wii in bringing console games to new audiences,” says David Mercer, Principal Analyst and report author. “But its sales are now falling, particularly in mature markets, and its installed base will peak in 2011. Ownership of both the PS3 and the Xbox 360 will hit their highest points between 2012 and 2014.”

The report predicts that worldwide TV games console sales in 2010 will fall by 9% to 47.5 million units; sales of the Wii are expected to reach 17.5 million units, the PS3 14.0 million, the Xbox 360 10.5 million and the PS2 5.5 million.

In spite of falling sales, the global installed base of consoles continues to grow, reaching more than 220 million by the end of this year. However, Strategy Analytics models indicate that ownership of current systems will peak in 2011, at which point vendors will need to introduce new systems in order to maintain industry growth.

“Console industry cycles have given the industry major planning challenges for many years,” says Mercer. “There are signs that this volatility may be moderating as platforms add home entertainment and social networking services beyond pure gaming.”

Analyst Blog: http://blogs.strategyanalytics.com/dcp

About Strategy Analytics
Headquartered in Boston, MA, with offices on five continents, Strategy Analytics, Inc focuses on market opportunities and disruptive forces in emerging technology, communications and media sectors. For more information, please visit www.strategyanalytics.com

THQ Announce de Blob: Revolution For The iPhone And Reveal Its Out Now

THQ have announced they are brining de Blob to the iPhone in de Blob: Revolution. the game maze puzzle game will have over 4,000 levels and is out now for $2.99 or £1.79 on the App Store.

In de Blob: Revolution, the citizens of Prisma City have been trapped by I.N.K.T. Corporation. The citizens have been turned into Graydians and its up to de Blob to go through each maze free the Graydians.

There are 3 game modes, Rescue Building has you trying to free as many Graydians as possible, Speed Rescue Building pits de Blob against the clock as he tried to free the Graydians, and finally Chase Building, where players have a limited time to free the Graydians before I.N.K.T. agents enter the maze and try to capture de Blob.

de Blob Revolution Screenshots


Press Release

MINNEAPOLIS --(Business Wire)-- Mar 08, 2010 THQ Wireless Inc., a subsidiary of THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI), today announced that an iPhone version of the critically acclaimed de Blob® video game franchise is now available for download worldwide on iTunes for $2.99 and will soon be available for the iPad. An addictive puzzle-action maze game with more than 4,000 unique levels, de Blob: Revolution provides players with hours of pick-up and play, brain teasing fun and brings back to center stage the colorful, paint-splattering character, de Blob.

“de Blob has a huge fan following across both core and casual gamers, and this new mobile game is just one of the many ways in which we will be further extending this brand and bringing the humorous, paint-splattering character to life,” said Adam Comiskey, Vice President of THQ Wireless. “We are excited to bring back the de Blob franchise to our wireless portfolio as an all-new mobile game that delivers even more fun and entertaining play features than before.”

About de Blob: Revolution
In de Blob: Revolution, the citizens of Prisma City are trapped as Graydians by the evil I.N.K.T. Corporation. As de Blob, players must draw or tap the screen in order to help free these Graydians by finding the best possible route within the maze of each building. There are three types of buildings in the game that players can choose from, including the Rescue Building, where players try to free as many Graydians as possible with no time limit and no threat from the I.N.K.T. Corporation; the Speed Rescue Building, where players aim to free the Graydians and receive a bonus for rescuing them quickly; and the I.N.K.T. Chase Building, where players have a limited time to attempt to free the Graydians before the I.N.K.T. agents enter the property and seize de Blob. Players can unlock new game features as well by increasing their ranking in three ways: A green ranking is awarded for freeing most of the Graydians in a particular maze; a blue ranking is given for rapidly freeing the Graydians; and, an orange ranking is awarded for freeing the Graydians in the buildings with the more challenging mazes.

de Blob: Revolution can be purchased directly at http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/de-blob-revolution/id354989412?mt=8.

About de Blob
One of the most acclaimed video game titles of 2008 and one of the true breakout Wii hits of that year, de Blob presents the adventures of the lovable yet edgy title character who must save the world from an oppressive monochrome future. Taking on the evil I.N.K.T. Corporation who has declared “Color is a Crime!” and leeched Chroma City of all its beauty and interest, it’s up to de Blob and his underdog group of determined Color Revolutionaries, to use their unique abilities to color the world back to life to restore order and free the citizens from a black and white future. THQ recently announced plans to publish new games based on de Blob across multiple gaming platforms in its fiscal year ending March 31, 2011, as well as an alliance with Syfy whereby Syfy plans to publish webisodes, television and consumer products based on de Blob.

About THQ Wireless
THQ Wireless Inc., a subsidiary of THQ Inc., is a global leader in mobile entertainment, offering a wide range of wireless products, including games, personalization products, information services and messaging based on top brands such as the WWE, Star Wars and popular Nickelodeon properties. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, THQ Wireless has distribution agreements through wireless carriers across the globe. Further information can be found at www.thqwireless.com. THQ Wireless is a registered trademark of THQ Wireless Inc.

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, de Blob and their respective logos are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of THQ Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

The statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts may be “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the business of THQ Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively referred to as “THQ”), including, but not limited to, expectations and projections related to the de Blob: Revolution video game on mobile handsets, as well as the company’s plans to publish future games on the iPhone over the coming months, and are based upon management’s current beliefs and certain assumptions made by management. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, business, competitive, economic, legal, political and technological factors affecting our industry, operations, markets, products or pricing. Readers should carefully review the risk factors and the information that could materially affect THQ’s financial results, described in other documents that THQ files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal period ended March 31, 2009, and particularly the discussion of risk factors set forth therein. Unless otherwise required by law, THQ disclaims any obligation to update its view on any such risks or uncertainties or to revise or publicly release the results of any revision to these forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.

Activision Announce 10 Minute Solution For The Nintendo Wii

Activision have announced that they are publishing 10 Minute Solution this spring for the Nintendo Wii. the game is based on the exercise DVD's designed for fitness fans with busy schedules. 10 Minute Solution is priced at $19.99, making it one of the cheapest Fitness games on the Nintendo Wii.

10 Minute Workout enables players to construct exercise regimes from a wide variety of 10 Minute routine blocks, from 3 main categories: cardio boxing, mixed games and aerobics. Like the DVDs, the game is designed to make these workouts easy whilst combining causal gaming fun. 10 Minute Workout is compatible with the Wii Balance Board, but works just as good without it.

10 Minute Workout Screenshots


Press Release

MINNEAPOLIS, March 8, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX News Network/ -- Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) today announced an agreement with Anchor Bay Entertainment to release 10 Minute Solution, a video game for Wii(TM) based on the popular exercise DVDs. Coming this Spring, 10 Minute Solution will bring focused exercise activities to fitness fans with busy schedules, in an affordable and fun way.

"10 Minute Solution DVDs give users a unique fitness experience: customizable routines that fit into any lifestyle," said David Oxford, Activision Publishing. "We've taken this concept and combined it with the interactivity of the Wii, creating a new kind of workout that gets results."
10 Minute Solution combines the ease of the popular fitness DVDs with casual gaming fun. The game allows players to construct regimens from a wide variety of 10 minute routine blocks, organized into three main categories: cardio boxing, mixed games and aerobics. 10 Minute Solution is designed to captivate fitness enthusiasts and gamers alike with intense routines that play as a game, unlike other fitness games that simply have the player following a trainer on screen. The game is enhanced when played with the Wii Balance Board(TM), but still offers a fantastic workout without it.

"Our legions of 10 Minute Solution DVD users will tell you these simple 10 minute exercises work," said Julie Cartwright, SVP Marketing at Anchor Bay Entertainment. "We are ecstatic to be partnering with Activision to do something progressive in the fitness gaming space."
10 Minute Solution will be available for $19.99, a fantastic value compared to the other Wii(TM) fitness game options. The game is not yet rated by the ESRB. For more information visitwww.activision.com.

About Anchor Bay Entertainment
Anchor Bay Entertainment is the home entertainment division of Starz Media, LLC. It includes the Anchor Bay Films and Manga Entertainment brands. It distributes feature films, children's entertainment, fitness, TV series, documentaries, anime and other filmed entertainment on DVD and Blu-ray(TM) formats. It is the exclusive distributor in the U.S. of the theatrical titles from Overture Films. Headquartered in Beverly Hills, CA, Anchor Bay Entertainment has offices in Troy, MI, as well as Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia. Starz Media (www.starzmedia.com) is a controlled subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation attributed to the Liberty Capital Group.

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 Publishing maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan and South Korea. 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 help 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 (including next-generation hardware), 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 and related software, industry competition, rapid changes in technology and industry standards, protection of proprietary rights, litigation against Activision Publishing, maintenance of relationships with key personnel, customers, vendors and third-party developers, domestic and international economic, financial and political conditions and policies, foreign exchange rates, integration of recent acquisitions and the identification of suitable future acquisition opportunities, Activision Blizzard's success in integrating the operations of Activision Publishing and Vivendi Games in a timely manner, or at all, and the combined company's ability to realize the anticipated benefits and synergies of the transaction to the extent, or in the timeframe, anticipated, and the other factors identified in 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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Microsoft Reveal Lips: I Love The 80s And Announce Its Out On 2nd April

Microsoft have Announced Lips: I Love The 80s and revealed that the game is currently set for a 2nd April release. the game includes 40 memorable tracks from the 80s and has a suggested retail price of £24.99, or £34.99 when bundled with 1 Xbox 360 Wireless Microphone.

Track List:
The Look Of Love - ABC
Forever Young - Alphaville
Cruel Summer - Bananarama
Dreaming - Blondie
Video Killed The Radio Star - The Buggles
You’re The Inspiration - Chicago
Don’t Leave Me This Way - The Communards
Do You Really Want To Hurt Me - Culture Club
Boys Don’t Cry - The Cure
Let’s Dance - David Bowie
Whip It - Devo
Come On Eileen - Dexys Midnight Runners
Rio - Duran Duran
Mirror In The Bathroom - The Beat
A Little Respect - Erasure
A Good Heart - Feargal Sharkey
Relax - Frankie Goes To Hollywood
The Power Of Love - Huey Lewis & The News
Don’t You Want Me - Human League
Centerfold - J. Geils Band
Bad Reputation - Joan Jett and The Blackhearts
Too Shy - Kajagoogoo
Walking On Sunshine - Katrina & The Waves
Bette Davis Eyes - Kim Carnes
Kids In America - Kim Wilde
Celebration - Kool & The Gang
Our House - Madness
Blue Monday ’88 - New Order
The Riddle - Nik Kershaw
Love Is A Battlefield - Pat Benatar
Roxanne - The Police
Don’t Get Me Wrong - The Pretenders
Super Freak - Rick James
Alive And Kicking - Simple Minds
Tainted Love - Soft Cell
Gold - Spandau Ballet
Shout - Tears for Fears
Mickey - Toni Basil
Vienna - Ultravox
Don’t Go - Yazoo

Press Release

LONDON – 8 March 2010 - ‘Lips: I Love The 80s’, the latest title in the “Lips” franchise exclusive to Xbox 360 takes us back to a time when hair was big and shoulder pads were bigger! It’ll be grooving off the shelves from 2nd April with a retro-cool selection of your nostalgic 80s favourites that will see players fighting for the mic. The game includes 40 of the most memorable tracks of the 80s including iconic hits like Spandau Ballet’s Gold, Kim Carnes’ Bette Davis Eyes, and the feel-good classic Walking On Sunshine by Katrina & The Waves.

So put on some neon legwarmers, pull on some tight jeans, and get ready to sing like you’re back in the era that style forgot, but that music loves!

Available as a standalone title for an estimated retail price of £24.99, or bundled with one Xbox 360 Wireless Microphone for £34.99 ‘Lips: I Love The 80s’ is fully compatible with ‘Lips’, ‘Lips: Number One Hits’, and ‘Lips: Party Classics’.

New to the idea of ‘LipsTM’? You can now use the popular USB microphones included with ‘Guitar Hero’ and ‘Rock Band’ games to sing along with your top ‘Lips: I Love The 80s’ tune choices.

‘Lips: I Love The 80s,’ the newest game in the ‘Lips’ family of singing games for Xbox 360 will keep the singing party with family and friends going all night long! More information on ‘Lips: I Love The 80s’ is available at www.xbox.com/lips.

Title - Artist
The Look Of Love - ABC
Forever Young - Alphaville
Cruel Summer - Bananarama
Dreaming - Blondie
Video Killed The Radio Star - The Buggles
You’re The Inspiration - Chicago
Don’t Leave Me This Way - The Communards
Do You Really Want To Hurt Me - Culture Club
Boys Don’t Cry - The Cure
Let’s Dance - David Bowie
Whip It - Devo
Come On Eileen - Dexys Midnight Runners
Rio - Duran Duran
Mirror In The Bathroom - The Beat
A Little Respect - Erasure
A Good Heart - Feargal Sharkey
Relax - Frankie Goes To Hollywood
The Power Of Love - Huey Lewis & The News
Don’t You Want Me - Human League
Centerfold - J. Geils Band
Bad Reputation - Joan Jett and The Blackhearts
Too Shy - Kajagoogoo
Walking On Sunshine - Katrina & The Waves
Bette Davis Eyes - Kim Carnes
Kids In America - Kim Wilde
Celebration - Kool & The Gang
Our House - Madness
Blue Monday ’88 - New Order
The Riddle - Nik Kershaw
Love Is A Battlefield - Pat Benatar
Roxanne - The Police
Don’t Get Me Wrong - The Pretenders
Super Freak - Rick James
Alive And Kicking - Simple Minds
Tainted Love - Soft Cell
Gold - Spandau Ballet
Shout - Tears for Fears
Mickey - Toni Basil
Vienna - Ultravox
Don’t Go - Yazoo

-Ends-

About Xbox 360
Xbox 360 is a superior video game and entertainment system delivering the best games, unique entertainment features and a unified online gaming network that revolve around gamers. Xbox 360 has a portfolio of more than 300 games in nearly 40 countries. More information can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/en-GB/.

About Xbox LIVE
Xbox LIVE connects more than 17 million members across 26 countries to each other and the entertainment they love. Home of more entertainment from one remote than can be found from any device connected to the television, Xbox LIVE is also a unified online social network bringing friends together, no matter where they are — in the living room or across the world. More information and Xbox LIVE membership can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/en-GB/live/bestoflive/connectnow.htm.

About Microsoft
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

Sony Online Entertainment Announce Their First Facebook Game Is PoxNora

Sony Online Entertainment Have announced that their first Facebook game is PoxNora. The Facebook version of PoxNora has been customised to appeal to a wider social network audience. Users will be able to invite friends to the game and post updates and accomplishments on their live feed. The PC version of PoxNora has over 2.5 million registered users.

Sony Online Entertainment have also annoucned that PoxNora is the first of many titles coming to Facebook, from existing franchises and new IP.

Press Release

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – March XX, 2010 -- Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) has launched its popular turn-based strategy game PoxNora® on Facebook®. Tapping into its expertise as a preeminent online entertainment company, SOE plans to follow this inaugural Facebook launch of PoxNora with additional games for the Facebook platform based on both existing franchises and new intellectual property.

PoxNora is a combination turn-based strategy game and collectable card game set in a fantasy world of creatures, relics, and spells. SOE acquired PoxNora in January 2009, and since then the game has expanded in reach and popularity with over 2.5 million registered accounts to date.

“The Facebook platform offers gamers a new and powerful way to interact with and tap into their social communities,” said John Smedley, president of Sony Online Entertainment. “With the launch of PoxNorafor Facebook, we are leveraging the expertise SOE has gained bringing entertainment to the online gaming community for over 10 years.”

From microtransactions to community play, SOE has customized the Facebook version of PoxNora to appeal to a wider social networking audience in a fun and engaging way. The new PoxNora for Facebook harnesses the platform’s social channels by allowing users to invite friends and post updates of accomplishments.

SOE is launching the Facebook version of PoxNora at a time of tremendous growth in online social gaming. The success of social gaming is largely attributed to Facebook’s wild popularity and the maturing virtual goods business.

To experience the new PoxNora for Facebook, please visit:

http://apps.facebook.com/poxnora

About Sony Online Entertainment
Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games, with hundreds of thousands of subscribers around the globe. SOE creates, develops and provides compelling entertainment for the personal computer, online, game console and wireless markets. Known for its blockbuster franchises and hit titles including EverQuest®, EverQuest® II, Champions of Norrath®, Untold Legends®, and PlanetSide®, as well as for developing Star Wars Galaxies™, SOE continues to redefine the business of online gaming and the creation of active player communities while introducing new genres on various entertainment platforms. Headquartered in San Diego, CA, with additional development studios in Austin, TX; Seattle, WA; Denver, CO; Tucson, AZ and Taiwan, SOE has an array of cutting-edge games in development.

SOE, the SOE logo, EverQuest, Champions of Norrath, Untold Legends, and PlanetSide are registered trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment LLC in the United States and/or other countries. Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc. All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Nintendo Announce A USA Launch Event For Pokemon HeatGold/ SoulSilver

Nintendo have announced that a Pokemon launch event will take place on the 14th March at the Toys "R"Us Times Square, 1514 Broadway (44th Street), New York, NY.

At this launch event players will get a hands-on introduction to the game, participate in live demonstrations, and walk in Pikachu's footprints.

Press Release

WHAT: The latest releases in the Pokémon™ video game series will have fans up on their feet from the get-go. Launching on Sunday, March 14, Nintendo's Pokémon™ HeartGold Versionand Pokémon™ SoulSilver Version games will be available across North America for the Nintendo DS family of systems. The games include a new accessory called the Pokéwalker™, a device that enhances game play by letting players take their favorite Pokémon with them wherever they go and earn Experience Points as they walk. New Yorkers will get a special hands-on introduction to the new games as Nintendo and Toys"R"Us Times Square invite fans to follow Pikachu's footprints around the Broadway Plaza in Times Square to learn about the new game and participate in live demonstrations.

Fans can also celebrate the launch of Pokémon™ HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions on March 14 at more than 500 Toys"R"Us locations across the country.

Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions offer detailed graphics, intuitive touch-screen features and hundreds of Pokémon to catch, battle and trade. For the first time, players can wirelessly transfer their favorite Pokémon to their Pokéwalker, a special pedometer included with each game. By walking, players earn Watts, which are used within the Pokéwalker to encounter and catch wild Pokémon or search for hidden items. The Pokémon in the Pokéwalker will gain Experience Points as the player walks, and can even go up one level when they are transferred back into the game. Players also can wirelessly connect two Pokéwalkers to receive items.

WHO: Kids, teens, parents, Pokémon fans and video game enthusiasts of all ages

WHEN: Sunday, March 14, 2010
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

WHERE: Toys"R"Us Times Square
1514 Broadway (at 44th Street)
New York, NY