Week of March 18, 2007

Atari, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATAR), one of the world’s most recognized brands and leading third-party video game publisher, today announced that Silverfall®, a dynamic 3D action role-playing game (RPG), has arrived at retailers across North America. Developed by Monte Cristo Games, Silverfall is rated T for Teen and is available for the Windows platform at a suggested retail price of $39.95.

Flagship Studios, developers of the upcoming Hellgate: London, sends word outlining details regarding the next phase of Alpha Testing for Mythos, their MMORPG in development at Flagship Seattle. Five new screenshots accompany the announcement.

The Adventure Company has announced Agatha Christie's Evil Under The Sun, a new mystery title for fans of Hercule Poirot.

NCsoft has launched a new public test server for Lineage II- The Chaotic Chronicle: Interlude.

New Public Test Server

The link allows players to download the game and play on the Public Test Server.

Browser maker Opera has sent an update regarding internet browsing on the Wii:

Opera and Nintendo today confirmed that the Opera-powered Internet Channel for Wii will be available in April 2007, rather than in late March as previously announced. The final release date in April remains to be determined.

Opera and Nintendo are continuing to finalize what promises to be the ultimate Web surfing experience on the Wii console. The two companies are working closely together to meet user requests for browser features and to enhance the overall Wii Web experience.

We have another round of game reviews for you this week. We had a lot of fun with this batch of games, many of them scoring very well.

Lighthouse Interactive announced they will be publishing Clockstone Software's RPG Avencast: Rise of the Mage for the PC. Six new images are also included.

NCsoft's community manager Kelly Knox sends along a "creature preview" of Lineage II- The Chaotic Throne: Interlude, detailing what may be found in the new area. Six new images accompany the preview.

The official website for Ultima Online: Kingdom Reborn has launched, showing off the graphical overhaul of the game. They even have a page dedicated to showing the difference between the old style and the new style.

EA Mythic today unveiled the official website for Ultima Online: Kingdom Reborn, the expansion that ushers in a new decade of fantasy role-playing for the iconic MMORPG. Kingdom Reborn, scheduled for release this summer as a free download, provides players with an unprecedented graphics update, improved user interface, and renovated tutorial system aimed at imparting new players with a richer understanding of the world.

To learn more about Kingdom Reborn and see the transformation first-hand through before and after screenshots, visit: www.uo.com/kingdomreborn

Released in September 1997, Ultima Online features an epic storyline incorporating elements of magic and fantasy. With devoted followers around the world, Ultima Online has thrived for a decade. The game has spawned seven expansions and dozens of free content updates, making it one of the deepest, largest MMORPGs ever created.

Sony Online Entertainment sends word of the open beta for their STARGATE Online Trading Card Game.

WHAT: Public beta is now open for the STARGATE™ Online Trading Card (TCG) Game. Based on MGM’s popular sci-fi television series, the game will be released in conjunction with a physical version of the card game from Comic Images on April 18. Available via digital download, digital starter decks of the STARGATE Online TCG will be $10.99 and digital booster packs will be $3.49. Once the game launches in April, players collecting full sets of digital cards can redeem them for physical cards via the game’s “Through the Gate” redemption program.

The STARGATE Online TCG immerses players in the vibrant STARGATE universe as they assemble their favorite characters into teams and send them on missions throughout the galaxy. Breakthrough gameplay allows characters to “learn” from their successes and enhance their abilities as the game progresses. With three unique ways to win, and nearly 300 cards in the initial set, players have an endless supply of strategies available as they take on alternating roles of both heroes and villains of the STARGATE television series.

Each 60-card starter deck includes four team character cards based on the main heroes of the show, such as scientists Samantha Carter and Daniel Jackson, Air Force officer Jack O’Neill, and the alien warrior Teal’c. Each 11-card booster pack contains additional characters, in-game obstacles, new adversaries, and gear for your squad.

WHO: Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE), a global leader in the online entertainment industry.

WHEN: Wednesday, March 21, 2007

WHERE: Sign up for the beta at http://STARGATEOnlineTCG.station.sony.com/

Codemasters announced today that DIRT: Colin McRae Off Road will be the official title for the next game in the rally series. DIRT will makes its way to the PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.

Vivendi Games sent over eight new screenshots of Mad Doc's RTS sequel, Empire Earth 3.

Stardock Entertainment, makers of the excellent Galactic Civilizations series, announced today they will be digitally publishing Ironclad's real-time 4X game Sins of a Solar Empire. They also reveal the details of how you can be a part of the beta testing. Two new screenshots accompany the announcement.

In case you missed what's been released this week so far, here's a quick rundown. Look for these games at your local retailer or online:

Here's a list of games that have been recently patched:

Codemasters announced today they want to transport players back to 1969 with their action, bank-robbing title HEI$T. The title is due out later this year for the PC as well as next-gen consoles.

GameTap sends word that Mac and PC players of Myst Online: Uru Live can now play and solve puzzle together.

announced today the release of “Myst Online: Uru Live” for the Mac platform in tandem with its latest content additions. Using technology from TransGaming Inc., Mac users can now take part in the same massively multiplayer “Myst Online: Uru Live” experience as their PC counterparts, including all of the regularly added features, destinations, and missions.

NetDevil released ten new high-res images of their futuristic FPS Warmonger, Operation: Downtown Destruction, giving us a glimpse of what the future may look like, which apparently looks quite washed-out.

While RTS fans are racing around looking for Command & Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars, we have eight new screenshots of both the PC and Xbox 360 versions in action.

Enlight Interactive, one of the world's leading developers and publishers of entertainment software for the PC platform, today announced Circus Empire, the world's first ever 3D circus simulation game. Players will be able to design their own circus in three dimensions, complete with trapeze artists, clowns, lion tamers and a variety of other performers, each with their own distinct personality. Circus Empire is scheduled to release this May for the PC at a suggested price of $19.99.

Circus Empire lets players customize their very own circus, from hiring and training the performers to scheduling tour dates to watching the show in beautiful, realistic 3D. With more than 70 performers, including acrobats, tightrope walkers, motorcyclists and a variety of animals, players can choose from hundreds of different performance moves to make their circus a unique entertainment experience. As they build their circus act, players can follow the story campaign as their circus tours across North America, Asia and Europe, bringing joy and excitement to thousands of spectators. Circus Empire isn't just about great visuals, either; it's an in-depth simulation, complete with all the details of running a circus, including hiring, training, scheduling and even personnel and financial management.

For more information on Circus Empire, please visit: www.circus-empire.com

1C and Battlefront.com are thrilled to announce the official release date for Theatre of War, the much anticipated World War Two real-time strategy game by the creators of IL-2 Sturmovik and the makers of Combat Mission!

Theatre of War will be released worldwide on April 19, 2007. The game is not sold in stores due to Battlefront's "independent publisher" policy, and is available directly from www.battlefront.com with several purchase options:

Software Publisher Strategy First Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Silverstar Holdings, Ltd. (Nasdaq: SSTR), and the Swedish Independent Developer Frictional Games, are happy to announce the signing of “Penumbra: Overture”. The agreement gives Strategy First Worldwide digital marketing and distribution rights of “Penumbra: Overture”.

“Penumbra: Overture” will follow up with two sequels over the course of one year. The first person adventure horror game has already generated a strong following and is sure to leave fans looking forward to the future sequels.

Visit us today and pre-order your copy of “Penumbra: Overture” for only $19.99 and receive a free download of “Star Fury.” This promotion is available until

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We all knew it was a key title for the PlayStation 3, but Capcom has just announced that Devil May Cry 4 will make it's way to the Xbox 360 and PC as well.

Capcom®, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced that the highly anticipated Devil May Cry® 4, already in development for Sony Computer Entertainment’s PLAYSTATION®3 (PS3™), is now also in development for Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and for PC. Each version of the game will be maximized to take advantage of the systems’ strengths, leading to a breath-taking visual and gameplay experience. Devil May Cry 4 will be released simultaneously for the PS3 and Xbox 360 system.

With the advanced graphical capabilities of the next-gen systems, high definition visuals and intricate detail come to life as players explore new and exotic locales. Dynamic action and undeniable style combine with unprecedented fighting options and a gripping story to produce the incomparable experience that only a Devil May Cry game can deliver.

Sony Online Entertainment sent along eight new images of Heroes & Gods: Rome Rising, Perpetual Entertainment's MMORPG currently in development.

Nintendo has added three new classic games to the Wii Shop Channel.

Bethesda sends word that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion for the PlayStation 3 has shipped and should be available tomorrow.

Bethesda Softworks®, a ZeniMax Media company, announced today that the latest version of its blockbuster role-playing game, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion®, for PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system has begun shipping to retail stores throughout North America and will be in stores as early as Tuesday, March 20.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion is rated “M” for Mature by the ESRB and is being published in North America by Bethesda Softworks. For more information on The Elder Scrolls and Oblivion, visit the official web site at www.elderscrolls.com.

To match the release of the film, Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End the game will be out this summer for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii, PlayStation 2, PC, Sony PSP, and Nintendo DS.

The Adventure Company announced today they are bringing the mystery game Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None to the Nintendo Wii this November.

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