London, UK – 27th March, 2009 – When aliens attack, monsters fight back in Activision Publishing, Inc.’s (Nasdaq: ATVI) Monsters vs. Aliens™, the video game based on the highly anticipated 3D feature film from DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. (Nasdaq: DWA), which makes its UK debut today. Gamers can experience heart pounding action and silly antics as they lead a dynamic team of misfit monsters on a mission to protect earth from destruction.
“Monsters vs. Aliens allows players to control the characters from the film and use their unique abilities to battle alien enemies throughout the game,” said Rob Kostich, head of marketing for licensed properties, Activision Publishing, Inc. “Players invite a friend to grab a Wii Remote™ or controller and join forces at any time to help clear enemies, collect monster DNA and overcome obstacles as their favourite monster heroes.”
LOS ANGELES – March 27, 2009 – TOMY Corporation, the endearing consumer software and entertainment company, and Collision Studios today announced a strategic partnership to develop an original video game for Nintendo platforms. In choosing industry veteran Collision Studios, TOMY underscored its commitment to establishing its footprint in the gaming industry. The game further expands TOMY’s North American video game portfolio and will be available in late summer 2009.
“We are dedicated to establishing a reputation for quality games and innovative, new IP, which is made possible through partnerships with respected developers like Collision Studios,” said Laura Yoshioka, director of consumer software at TOMY Corporation. “Collision’s impressive roster of original and licensed video games instills confidence in their ability to create a unique and exciting new title.”