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The publisher that pioneered episodic gaming and online distribution is back.

Apogee Software is back to re-establish itself as an innovative leader in interactive entertainment. Apogee is reviving some of its legacy catalogue of 30+ releases as well as publishing all-new properties in collaboration with diverse creators and developers.

Apogee is bringing the King of Action himself, Duke Nukem^TM, to the handheld console market with three new missions, together called the Duke Nukem Trilogy^TM. Apogee Software is producing the Trilogy under an exclusive license agreement with 3D Realms and MachineWorks Northwest LLC. The Trilogy is comprised of three episodes: Critical Mass^TM, Chain Reaction^TM, and Proving Grounds^TM.

“This marks a new beginning for a famous publisher with a history of market-making innovation,” said Terry Nagy, co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Apogee. “I can’t think of a better character than Duke or a better franchise than the Trilogy to usher in a new era for Apogee.”

Apogee pioneered the shareware game revolution in 1987 by inventing the concept of game demos, distributed online, which advertised the remaining episodes in a series. Before this time, game demos and episodic releases were unheard of. These concepts created by Apogee have become mainstream today.
“It’s funny how what’s old is new again in this industry,” remarked Apogee co-founder, Scott Miller. “Many of the things Apogee pioneered are back in style, so it only makes sense to bring back Apogee and its properties with a visionary team that will once again create innovation for gamers around the world.”

2 Tons of Racing Fun…

Get down and dirty with Ford Racing Off Road and experience the thrill of massive high speed action using authentic vehicles made by Ford and Land Rover. Race through dense forests, cliff hanging mountain terrain and snow covered landscapes before making your way across the finish line. Through this unique driving experience, you will feel the adrenaline pumping excitement the way off roading is supposed to be.

Release Date July 15, 2008
Platforms Wii, PS2 and PSP
ESRB E (No Descriptors)
Genre Racing
Publisher: Empire / Crave Entertainment

Number of Players:
Wii & PS2: 2 / PSP: 6 (Wi-Fi ad hoc)

UCP Code
Wii 6-50008-50025-7
PS2 6-50008-50021-9
PSP 6-50008-50023-3

Price Point
Wii $29.99
PS2 $14.99
PSP $19.99

Key Features

• Drive 18 officially licensed Ford and Land Rover vehicles, including concept trucks not yet on the market

• Plow through 24 intense tracks that consist of different environments such as desert, snow and ice which affect the race

• Experience the real pounding and through real time body damage

• Challenge your friends (2 players) on split screen racing on the Wii and PS2 or over Wi-Fi on the PSP (6 players)

• Enjoy virtually endless game play through hours of themed competitions and challenges

• Test your racing skills through 12 different race types ranging from the standard race to, “Gold Rush”, Slalom, “Show Me the Money Race” and more!

• Discover alternate paths and advantageous pick ups to get the racing edge on your high flying competition

Ghostlight, a UK-based publisher of video games, today confirmed its support of the forthcoming LONDON Grand Prix athletics event with an activity-based sponsorship package.

The premier sporting calendar event held at London’s prestigious Crystal Palace attracts over 35,000 visitors and 20 million TV viewers worldwide during the two day competition, starting on Friday 25th July.

Ghostlight will be exhibiting their forthcoming video game release International Athletics on the Nintendo DS™ and Sony PlayStation® Portable (PSP) at the event, giving attendees of all ages the chance to try the game out and take part in time-trial competitions to win fabulous prizes.

Ghostlight have also hinted to some sporting celebrity appearances over the two days, and will be making further announcements over the coming weeks.

Ghostlight’s Marketing Account Manager, Adrian Clews comments “Anticipation for the Beijing Olympics is building, and the nation will be watching the London Grand Prix with interest to see how the British Olympic team, compare against some of the most accomplished sportsmen and women in the world. We felt compelled to be a part of such a fantastic event and look forward to providing added entertainment on the International Athletics stand”.

About International Athletics
International Athletics is the most realistic athletics simulation available on handheld consoles. Featuring fourteen varied track and field events playable in Quick Event, Tournament and Multiplayer modes, and set within jaw-dropping international stadiums, International Athletics has it all.
Unlock extra events by winning gold medals and compete in the ultimate test of human strength and endurance – the Decathlon – to prove you are the best!

Accurate representations of 14 events: 100m, Long Jump, Shot Put, High Jump, 400m, 110m Hurdles, Discus, Pole Vault, Javelin, 1500m, Hammer, Running Target Rifle shooting, Rapid Fire Pistol shooting and Archery.

• Superior character animation, modelling and A.I. Hugely detailed international stadiums, including venues in Canada, France, Japan, Spain and China.
• Single player Decathlon, Tournament and Quick Event modes, and Multiplayer modes for 2-4 players.
• Achievements – Beat personal bests and world records, accumulate medals and earn trophies to unlock extra events and tournaments!
• Create your own customised male or female athlete with their own distinctive attributes
• Compete in great pass-around, Single Card, Multi Card and Nintendo WFC multiplayer modes. Download and beat the world’s best scores via the online Leaderboard!
• Hugely popular genre featuring touch screen controls and rhythm-based events for varied gameplay