RAYMAN® ORIGINS IS AVAILABLE

RAYMAN IS BACK TODAY

IN ALL RETAIL STORES ACROSS EMEA TERRITORIES

Today, Ubisoft announced that Rayman Origins is available in EMEA (Europe, Middle-East and Asia) territories for the Xbox 360 ^® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation ^® 3 system from Sony and Wii ^TM system from Nintendo. It will be released tomorrow November 25, 2011 in the United Kingdom. Anticipated by all Rayman fans and already acclaimed by specialized media in all countries as one of the best platformers of all time, Rayman is back in full power and offers a unique blend of old school flavors and modern spices.

Raman Origins features incredible graphics matching the level of detail and quality of the most popular animated movies, gameplay both accessible and challenging and an outstanding original soundtrack. The game is a true interactive piece of art, carefully crafted by the renowned video-game creator Michel Ancel (Rayman, Beyond Good & Evil) and his team. All characters and environments have been designed by artists. The result is a vibrant universe, 6 different worlds and more than 60 levels, where each element feels organic and alive.

A blast to enjoy alone, Rayman Origins is also playable with up to four players in an exhilarating jump in-jump out Coop adventure. Friends and families can play as Rayman, Globox or one of two Teensies for moments of pure fun where they help each other plus compete against one another to complete the levels and collect as many Lums as possible. While the game’s simple controls make it enjoyable by everyone, the most skilled players will find the  challenges they’re looking for and have their gaming expertise pushed to their limits if they want to find all secret areas and access the bonus “Land of the Dead” world.

From start to finish, Rayman Origins has been designed with one core objective: offering memorable moments of interactive entertainment to all people looking for a crazy adventure, full of surprises and immediate fun. 

For more information about Rayman Origins, please visit www.rayman-origins.com .

A free demo is available for download on the Xbox Live Arcade and the PlayStation Network 

"BIGGER.  BADDER.  BETTER."

WWE ^® '12 ARRIVES AT RETAIL OUTLETS THROUGHOUT UK AND IRELAND

Renowned WWE Simulation Franchise Returns to Action, Delivering Core Gameplay Improvements, Most Extensive Feature Set to Date and Instinctive Presentation

THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) today announced that WWE ^® '12 , the long-awaited rebirth of the renowned WWE flagship videogame franchise, is now available at UK and Ireland retailers for the Xbox 360 ^® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation ^® 3 computer entertainment system and the Wii ^TM system from Nintendo.  Featuring a bigger game, badder presentation and better simulation-based gameplay, including critical core gameplay improvements, the most creative and extensive feature set to date and a visceral, edgy and polished presentation, WWE '12 is available now for the suggested retailed prices of £49.99 (Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 system) and £29.99 (Wii).

"WWE '12 delivers an incredible experience for fans this year through significant gameplay improvements, a robust, diverse feature set and the most polished presentation to date in the franchise,"  said Danny Bilson, Executive Vice President, Core Games, THQ.  "Now is the time to get in the virtual ring and experience WWE action like never before."

WWE '12 has already received high praise globally for its offerings, including the following accolades:

• "A milestone for the wrestling simulation genre." - IGN.com, 9 out of 10 Rating, Editors' Choice
• "Awesome!  A must-buy for fans." - GamePro (Germany), 90% Rating
• "The customization mode is more powerful than ever." - Playmania (Spain), 88% Rating
• "The most progressive WWE game in years." - GamesMaster (UK), 85% Rating

About WWE '12

WWE '12 enables players to engage in the WWE experience through the new Predator Technology ^TM dynamic gameplay system, delivering significantly improved grappling and the most fluid, dynamic and authentic WWE simulation experience to date.  Key improvements include a new Breaking Point submission system, new Attributes, new control layout and major improvements to momentum and stamina within matches.  WWE Universe Mode 2.0, which offers players a simulated taste of WWE's weekly schedule, generates new and more impactful elements of unpredictability based on player decisions, while dynamic visual changes to presentation, such as new camera positions, lighting and improved rendering, set the tone for delivering an exceptional simulation of what players see in weekly WWE programming.

WWE '12 features the franchise's best-in-class creation suite, enabling players to develop, customize and share online their own Superstars, entrances, finishing moves, storylines, Highlight Reels and for the first time in franchise history, their own arenas based on original creations or in tribute to WWE history with classic logos, color palettes, crowd barricades and more.  As well, the popular Road to WrestleMania ^® Mode returns, enabling players to explore compelling new storylines and major gameplay improvements.

WWE '12 will also boast an extensive roster of more than 70 WWE Superstars, Divas and Legends, including:

• WWE '12 cover Superstar Randy Orton ^®
• Current-day WWE Superstars such as John Cena ^® , Triple H ^® , CM Punk ^® , The Miz ^® and Sheamus ^®
• The franchise debut of WWE Superstars such as Alberto Del Rio ^TM , Sin Cara ^TM and Daniel Bryan ^TM
• The return of WWE fan favorites The Rock ^® and Brock Lesnar
• A robust downloadable program featuring Mick Foley, Batista ^® and for the first time ever in franchise history, "Macho Man" Randy Savage ^TM

25/11/2011 (Move) 25/11/2011 (Wii) 25/11/2011 (Kinect)

START A FITNESS-PARTY AT HOME AND GET YOUR BODY ROCKIN’ WITH THE ZUMBA® FITNESS 2 VIDEO GAME ON WII, IN UK STORES NOW

The Sequel to the Best-Selling Fitness Game of the Year with More Than 4 Million Units Sold Features New Dance Styles and Contagious New Routines

505 Games, a global publisher of video games, along with Zumba Fitness® LLC, today announced that the Zumba® Fitness 2 video game, sequel to the best-selling dance-fitness video game, is available now at retailers nationwide.

The original Zumba^® Fitness game is the number one fitness title of 2011, selling more than 4 million copies worldwide, with over 1 million of those in the UK. Zumba^® Fitness 2 builds on the solid foundation set forth by its predecessor and amps up the experience with all-new routines, hit music, customization features and 24 dance styles, more than any other game. Join the party with theZumba^® Fitness 2 video game launch trailer here: http://youtu.be/IY-KpLmMK3I. And as an extra treat, fans can also get a sneak peek behind the scenes at the making of the TV commercial, here: http://youtu.be/NJ0WMy2Sbds.

Featuring hot new music tracks, electrifying choreography, new venues and double the number of dance styles from the original video game, the Zumba^®Fitness 2 video game invites players to party their way into shape with a fun and proven program. Get moving with amazing Zumba ^® presenters, Beto, Tanya Beardsley and Gina Grant as they guide you through each exhilarating routine, ranging from Merengue and Hip-Hop to Bollywood and Latin Pop. For the first time, players can customize their own class with their favorite routines and track calories burned.  Whether playing in Single Song, Full Class or multiplayer mode with support for up to four dancers, players will have a blast with this unique dance-fitness experience that shapes, tones and transforms their bodies, and makes them forget they’re even exercising.

Additional Zumba^® Fitness 2 Video Game Features:

• 32 electrifying new routines and contagious music tracks with international beats that now include hits from today’s hot artists: Pitbull, Nicole Scherzinger and Yolanda Be Cool & DCup.
• From fan favorites like Salsa and Reggaeton to all new styles like Bollywood, Ragga, Latin Pop and Pasodoble, players can learn 24 different dance styles from all over the world. That’s more than twice the number in the original best-selling game!
• Select your favorite routine in Single Song mode, take a class designed by Beto, Gina Grant or Tanya Beardsley, or craft your own playlist in Full Class mode. You can even take it slow in Learn the Steps tutorial mode before you dive into the choreography.
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• Invite your friends to join the fun in multiplayer mode that supports up to four players.
• Dance it up in five dynamic new environments, from a Miami Yacht to a Los Angeles nightclub.
• Dance and interact with top Zumba^® instructors Beto, Tanya Beardsley and Gina Grant.
• The exclusive Zumba^® Fitness belt is included inside every box so you can holster your Wii Remote™ and naturally move to the music. 

Developed by Zoe Mode, Zumba® Fitness 2 for Wii™ is rated ‘PG’ by the BBFC and is available now. Zumba® Fitness Rush will launch on Kinect™ for Xbox 360® in February 2012.

To find out more, please visit www.ZumbaFitnessgame.com

MAMA CAMPS OUT AND ENTERS A NEW DIMENSION ON HANDHELDS TODAY WITH THE ARRIVAL OF TWO NEW COOKING MAMA RELEASES

505 Games, an international publisher of video games, today announced that evergreen favourite children’s character, Cooking Mama, returns in two new video game releases available today: Cooking Mama 4 on Nintendo 3DS and Cooking Mama World: Outdoor Adventures on Nintendo DS.

For the first time ever, players can have fun with Mama in 3D. Cooking Mama 4for Nintendo’s 3DS handheld system uses the 3D functionality of the platform in moderation, providing a visual reward to players for tasks completed within the game. In this way, fans of all ages can enjoy the latest Mama offering and the amazing 3D benefits of Nintendo’s new system. The game also takes advantage of many of the unique features of the Nintendo 3DS, including the wireless function, enabling up to 4 players to play simultaneously.

Cooking Mama 4 has over 200 new culinary minigames and players can also now get domesticated and help Mama in a selection of household based activities, such as doing the washing up or taking out the rubbish. Players can also customize Mama’s outfit, accessories and even their own kitchen appliances.

Meanwhile, outside of the kitchen and on Nintendo DS, Mama and her family are in adventurous spirits with Cooking Mama World: Outdoor Adventures. Mama, Papa, Ichigo and Ringo have gone camping! Explore Adventure Island in over 100 mini-games over 38 stages with various traps, quests and treasure to find. Collect fish, animals and all manner of creepy-crawlies to complete the family camping picture book and become queen of the great outdoors.

“The Cooking Mama games are the jewel in the crown of our kids and family games line-up,” said Ralph-Pitt Stanley, General Manager UK & Export at 505 Games. “It’s incredibly exciting to be able to offer not one but two fresh takes on the Cooking Mama gameplay experience this holiday season, ensuring Mama fans get great choice and fun gameplay whatever their handheld of choice.”

Cooking Mama 4 and Cooking Mama World: Outdoor Adventures on 3DS and DS respectively are both available now in stores and from online retailers.

Super Monkey Ball (PSV)

The latest PS Vita screenshots plus trailer!

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment (WBIE) and TT Games have released a brand new gameplay trailer for the LEGO® Harry Potter™: Years 5-7 , giving viewers the opportunity to cast their eye over some of the magical spells in the game – see Professor Lupin turn into a werewolf and Harry cast the Diffindo and Aguamenti charms!

Available in the UK right now for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, the Wii™ system, the Nintendo DS™ and Nintendo 3DS™ hand-held systems, and Windows PC.

LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 continues the saga of the Boy Who Lived in this spell-binding adventure for wizards and Muggles alike. This time, players are transported through the final three books and final four films to experience the ultimate fight of good vs. evil. The creative LEGO prowess unites with the expansive world of Harry Potter once again to deliver an exciting and rewarding gameplay experience. The game features lessons, spell-casting, dueling and much more for players of all ages to enjoy. 

Gears of War 3 Versus Booster Map Pack Available for Free on 24th November

Presented by Paramount’s Mission Impossible – Ghost Protocol

The teams at Epic Games and Microsoft Studios are celebrating the holidays with a gift for “Gears of War 3” fans – the Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol “Versus Booster Map Pack,” available for free today on Xbox LIVE Marketplace.

Presented by Mission Impossible – Ghost Protocol, Paramount Picture’s action-packed spy adventure in theaters 21^st December, the “Versus Booster Map Pack” will feature five new maps available in social matchmaking playlists – two brand new maps, Bullet Marsh and Clocktower, as well as Azura, Rustlung and Blood Drive from the “Horde Command Pack.”

The teams at Paramount Pictures and Epic Games have created a new “Impossible Mission” for “Gears of War 3” owners to tackle. Players who watch the Mission: Impossible trailer on Xbox LIVE and then complete the “Gears of War 3” campaign on Insane difficulty by 25^th December 2011 either in single or multiplayer mode, will unlock the exclusive Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol Weapon Skin Pack.  The “Impossible Mission” 5-pack includes a “Ghost Protocol” Lancer, Hammerburst, Retro Lancer, Gnasher Shotgun and Sawed-off Shotgun.  All players who register and attempt to complete the campaign on Insane difficulty will have a chance to win prizes, but only those who accomplish “Impossible Mission” by the deadline will receive the exclusive weapons pack.  Those who have already completed the campaign on Insane will automatically receive the weapon skin pack on 31^st December. 

Starting 24^th November, gamers who visit the Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol experience on Xbox LIVE can enter to win “Gears of War 3” and Mission: Impossible prizing.  The grand prize is an ultimate home theater package including a Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol custom Xbox 360 slim console with Kinect, 50” HDTV, 5.1 digital HD home theater system, and the Mission: Impossible complete DVD series.  To enter, gamers can either watch the movie trailer on Xbox LIVE or download the free Mission: Impossible Gamer Pic & Theme pack. Each activity will gain gamers one extra entry into the sweepstakes.  Full details and restrictions will be available in Official Rules presented in the Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocolexperience. So jump on Xbox LIVE today and devour these new action-packed maps!

With more than three million copies sold in its first week, “Gears of War 3” is the biggest console exclusive of the year and is available in three distinct editions – Standard (£49.99), Limited (£59.99, available at selected retailers) and Epic (£99.99, available at GAME and gamestation). For a limited time only, the custom-designed Xbox 360 Limited Edition “Gears of War 3” Console is also available for a suggested retail price of £269.99 and features a copy of the game, two specially-designed Xbox 360 Wireless Controllers, limited edition downloadable content, built-in Wi-Fi and a massive 320 GB hard drive. The Limited Edition Wireless Controller is also available separately for a suggested retail price of £34.99.  Both available exclusively at GAME and gamestation.

With Epic and Microsoft continuing to roll out game add-ons to carry fans through this Christmas, including the new campaign experience “RAAM’s Shadow” out 13^th December, there’s never been a better time to grab a copy of “Gears of War 3” and jump into the action on Xbox LIVE. Additionally, don’t miss any of the action by purchasing the “Gears of War 3”Season Pass for 2400 Microsoft Points, which entitles you to the first four game add-ons for a discount of more than 30 percent!