Devil May Cry® 4 PC Ships Today

SAN MATEO, Calif — July 8, 2008 — Capcom®, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced that the highly anticipated Games for Windows version of Devil May Cry® 4 ships to retail today.

Devil May Cry 4 is already a certifiable hit in the console world, having shipped over 2 million units world wide since its release in North America in February. The Games for Windows version of Devil May Cry 4 will feature new modes, enhanced graphics options and additional content. Devil May Cry 4 has been rated M for Mature by the Entertainment Software Ratings Board and carries a suggested retail price of $39.99.

Good things come to those who wait as Windows-based PC owners will benefit from having more modes and more visual customization options to help enhance their demon-slaying action. Following up on the amazingly popular Windows-based PC demo available for download at major direct-to-download websites, Devil May Cry 4 for Games for Windows has garnered critical praise with the game’s additional graphical prowess and buffed up frame rate. The full version will feature a number of exclusive content for the Windows-based PC including, Turbo Mode, which will turn-up the action to insane speeds, and Legendary Dark Knight Mode, which will harness advanced Windows-based PC processing power and fill the screen with an unbelievable number of enemies for extra difficulty.

Moreover, familiar enemies from the console versions will show-up in new locations in the Games for Windows version. The high resolution screen settings allow the cut scenes of the game to run at up to 120 frames per second (up from 30 frames per second in the console version of the game). Slider options are available to manage various visual effects seen throughout the game. Additionally, Devil May Cry 4 for Games for Windows comes with a Benchmark Test Mode which lets users test their Windows PC. Devil May Cry 4 for Games for Windows will have both DirectX® 9 and DirectX® 10 modes,

From the producer of the original Devil May Cry® and Resident Evil® 4 comes the next installment in the hugely successful stylized action series that has so far achieved global sales of nearly seven million units. Devil May Cry 4 immerses gamers in a gothic supernatural world, where a new protagonist clashes with a familiar hero. As the new leading man, Nero, players will unleash incredible attacks and non-stop combos using a unique new gameplay mechanic: the powerful “Devil Bringer” on his right arm.

For more information, visit: http://www.devilmaycry.com

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Top Spin 3, true-to-life video game tennis experience, Is In Stores Now.

Top Spin 3 aces the competition with an exciting and authentic tennis experience

New York, NY – June 24, 2008 – 2K Sports, the sports publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), announced today that Top Spin 3 is now available in stores in North America for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, Wii™ home video game system from Nintendo, and Nintendo DS™. Developed by 2K's PAM Development studio, Top Spin 3 offers players the most authentic and true-to-life video game tennis experience available on consoles and handhelds.

"We are extremely proud of Top Spin 3 and are confident that the intense gameplay, cutting-edge visuals and endless customization options will exceed players' expectations," said Christoph Hartmann, president of 2K.

Top Spin 3 features stunning graphics and revolutionary gameplay that contains innovative new controls, Signature Style™, and expansive online offerings, and gives players control over a wide selection of current top ranked tennis pros like Andy Roddick, Roger Federer and Maria Sharapova, as well as legendary* players Boris Becker, Bjorn Borg and Monica Seles. An incredibly deep player creator system provides fans with complete control over every aspect of their character with a new freeform face sculpting editor, and customizable swing animations, hairstyles, makeup, tattoos and grunts.

Top Spin 3 offers a wide variety of gameplay and features, including situation-specific behaviors, revamped audio with enhanced crowd reaction, and precise controls that fans can easily pick up and play while still providing the most genuine tennis experience possible. All-new Evolutionary Visuals™ showcase the intensity of the game as players sweat, demonstrate fatigue and accumulate grass and clay stains on their clothing over the course of a match, while competing at courts that have dynamic weather changes. Competitive players will also be able to create matches online and test their skills against friends or other ranked players around the world via singles or doubles in Exhibition, Custom, or World Tour Matches.

For more information, log onto www.topspin3thegame.com

Top Spin 3 is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB and is available for the Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3 system, Wii, and Nintendo DS.

* Legends not available on all platforms

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The Sims™2 IKEA® Home Stuff is on store shelves

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--The Sims™, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) Label, today announced that The Sims™2 IKEA® Home Stuff is on store shelves in the United States, Wednesday, June 25^th and in Europe, Friday, June 27. In an innovative collaboration with the popular furniture store, The Sims 2 IKEA® Home Stuff allows players of the beloved franchise to give their Sims’ home a makeover with new furniture and décor based on stylish The Sims 2 "Home Stuff" collection following on the heels of the popular The Sims 2 Kitchen & Bath, which came out April 2008.

The designs by IKEA®.The Sims 2 IKEA® Home Stuff is the second release from Sims 2 IKEA® Home Stuff brings a selection of must-have items from IKEA® to key living spaces in the Sims’ home -- the bedroom, the living room and the home office. Whether it is to create a stylish home office, a chic living room, or a vibrant bedroom, with the new The Sims 2 IKEA® Home Stuff, The Sims’ dream home is just a click away. The Sims players can design their rooms to fit their personalities with all-new IKEA made items including a plush EKTORP sofa, MALM bed, LEKSVIK coffee table, EXPEDIT TV, FREDRIK desk and much more. Each item is available in a variety of colors and patterns for a truly customized look. Finishing touches can be added with popular IKEA® wall art, mirrors, lighting options and vases. Becoming a Sims’ interior designer with inspiring, contemporary styles from IKEA® has never been made easier!

“Bringing the distinctive look of IKEA to The Sims is a perfect match for our stylish players who have a strong appreciation for quality design,” said Rod Humble. “The style and look of the homes in The Sims is such an important aspect of gameplay and with The Sims 2 IKEA Home Stuff, we offer an extensive array of furnishing and décor items that will fit the tastes of all of our players and allow them to design the home of their dreams.”

The Sims 2 IKEA® Home Stuff is the most recent collaboration with a popular brand name for the most successful PC game of all-time. Last year, The Sims joined with international fashion retailer H&M® to form a unique partnership that encouraged fans of The Sims, designers, and fashionistas alike, to participate in The Sims 2 H&M Fashion Runway. Bridging the virtual world and the fashion world like never before, aspiring fashion designers and fans of The Sims submitted designs in six weekly fashion shows simulcast on Yahoo. Additionally, The Sims has had a very successful partnership with Ford. To date, more than 3.3 million Ford vehicles have been downloaded in the game, making The Sims the most successful Ford dealership in the world.

“Our fan base has very distinctive tastes and we are very careful about the companies that we align ourselves with,” said Steve Seabolt. “Collaborations with world renowned brands such as IKEA, H&M, and Ford are perfect fits for our consumers because these are the products our users have an affinity for. Incorporating them in the game enhances the experiences of our players by integrating real world brands and products into the gameplay.”

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DEVIL MAY CRY® 4 COMING TO PC THIS SUMMER, Get Ready For The Demo!!

Demo With System Benchmark Mode Will Be Available Before the Game's Release

SAN MATEO, Calif — April 23, 2008 — Capcom®, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced that the highly anticipated PC version of Devil May Cry® 4 is locked and loaded for release this summer. Devil May Cry 4 is already a certifiable hit in the console world, having shipped over 2 million units world wide since its release in North America in February. A demo of the game will be released for PC players before the retail version ships, allowing PC gamers to try the game ahead of time, as well as testing their system’s prowess with the included benchmark mode. The PC version of Devil May Cry 4 will feature new modes, enhanced graphics options and some additional content. Devil May Cry 4 has been rated M for Mature by the Entertainment Software Ratings Board.

Good things come to those who wait as PC owners will benefit from having more modes and more visual customization options to help enhance their demon-slaying action. Turbo mode will turn-up the action to insane speeds, while Legendary Dark Knight Mode will harness advanced PC processing power and fill the screen with an unbelievable number of enemies for extra difficulty. Moreover, familiar enemies from the console versions will show-up in new locations in the PC version. The high resolution screen settings allow the cut scenes of the game to run at up to 120 frames per second (up from 30 frames per second in the console version of the game). Slider options are available to manage various visual effects seen throughout the game. Devil May Cry 4 for the PC will have both DirectX® 9 and DirectX® 10 modes, and will also be compliant with the Games For Windows® program. From the producer of the original Devil May Cry® and Resident Evil® 4 comes the next installment in the hugely successful stylized action series that has so far achieved global sales of nearly seven million units. Devil May Cry 4 immerses gamers in a gothic supernatural world, where a new protagonist clashes with a familiar hero. As the new leading man, Nero, players will unleash incredible attacks and non-stop combos using a unique new gameplay mechanic: the powerful “Devil Bringer” on his right arm.

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