- Latest Instalment in the Hit Series Based on the Global Smash Anime Brings New Features and Multiplayer Action to PAL territories in Summer 2010 -

CERGY-PONTOISE, FRANCE – 18 February 2010 – Goku's adventures have only just begun, with the news that NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe is bringing the next chapter in the Dragon Ball saga to fans across PAL territories in summer 2010, exclusively for Nintendo DS™. Continuing Goku's adventures from the first game for DS, Dragon Ball: Origins 2 throws in so many new features and cunning touches that Goku will barely be able to contain his Ki energy.

The story in Dragon Ball: Origins 2 takes players through the Red Ribbon saga from Goku's first meeting with the Red Ribbon Army to the resurrection of Upa's father, with no shortage of colourful encounters and Ki energy-charged clashes along the way, all carried out with the trademark Dragon Ball flourish of wit and charm.

Alongside impressive new graphics vividly reproducing the vast vistas of the Dragon Ball universe, Dragon Ball: Origins 2 introduces some big gameplay changes to the controls, camera and playable characters, even letting fans team up for multiplayer action. The enhanced control system is even more accessible, letting players choose between stylus and control pad to find their ideal playing style, while the new situation-based camera system adapts with the gameplay to bring players as close as possible to the experience of a full-scale 3D action game.

Taking the game beyond the single player experience of the first title, Dragon Ball: Origins 2 lets up to two players with the game play together via ad-hoc play to defeat a series of increasingly formidable bosses across special stages, all of which can also be tackled in single player mode. Players can even use their saved character data from the single player Adventure mode while battling alongside friends in co-op mode.

Throughout the game in both adventure and co-op modes, players will be given opportunities to play as one of the popular heroes other than Goku from the series bringing a fun new dimension to the adventures.

With Dragon Ball-busting side-on boss battling and heart-stopping aerial fights shown on the upper screen, the game comes even closer to reproducing the signature intense aerial assaults of the Dragon Ball anime. If you want authentic Dragon Ball fun, action and adventure, coupled with a full serving of dazzling gameplay improvements and multiplayer co-op, then look no further. Can I hear a 'Kamehameha”?

Developed by Game Republic, Dragon Ball: Origins 2 is scheduled for launch across PAL territories in summer 2010.

For more information about NAMCO BANDAI Games and its entire line up, please visit www.namcobandaigames.eu.

- A New Level of Dragon Ball Handheld Multiplayer Battling Coming Exclusively to PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) this Autumn 2010 -

Pulling the trigger on its second Dragon Ball barrel at today’s LEVEL UP event in Barcelona, NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe S.A.S. announced a new fighting game heading exclusively to PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) across Europe this autumn 2010, Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team.

Stuffed with authentic scenes and a myriad of exciting missions, Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team follows the original Dragon Ball story from the Saiyan Saga to the Majin Buu Saga for maximum fan satisfaction.

Of course no Dragon Ball fighting came is complete without multiplayer battling, and for the first time ever Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team lets up to four players team up for white-knuckle two Vs two tag team battles via PSP Network system.

Alongside the two fiery battle modes, other new gameplay features include the sensational Dragon Walker Mode which lets players jump straight into an adrenaline-fuelled fight with enemies they encounter. The overhauled control system has been optimised for ease of use, meaning anyone can have fun with the game from the very first bout. Tag team battling is about to get energised, Dragon Ball style.

For more information about NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe and its line up, please visit www.namcobandaigames.eu.
 

- The Newest and Truest Dragon Ball Action Fighter is in Training to Blast its Way onto PlayStation®3 and Xbox 360® -

At its LEVEL UP event in Barcelona today, NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe S.A.S. unholstered its world famous Kamehameha battle cry for the announcement that Dragon Ball: Raging Blast 2 is in development and heading to PlayStation®3 and Xbox 360® across Europe this coming autumn 2010. With the manga, anime TV series, films and video games enjoying consistent hit status around the globe, the latest airborne energy attack-infused game in the blockbuster series continues to push the limits of Dragon Ball video games with more and better of everything the fans love.

The development team at Spike Co. Ltd. in Japan has been listening to its vast worldwide community of fans for this second game in the Raging Blast series, and is implementing a raft of improvements and new features. Pushing themselves harder than ever to deliver the most authentic and advanced experience, Spike has reworked everything from the camera to the controls to create an accessible game with more than enough tactical depth to satisfy even the most battle-hardened Dragon Ball fan.

Eschewing the traditional style of story-telling with cut-scenes, Dragon Ball: Raging Blast 2 tells the story as the action unfolds, keeping the player locked into the world at every moment and bringing the experience closer than ever to the anime.

The game will feature more than 90 of the most popular characters, over 20 of whom are new to the Raging Blast series. All the battle stages have been improved, with the addition of some brand new ones. The destructibility of the environments now has an even more profound effect on the battles immersing players in an ultra-realistic Dragon Ball universe.

Running at 60fps, the game produces faster and smoother animations than ever before, further enhanced by countless new visually stunning special effects. With seven game modes, original Japanese voices, loads of incredible unlockable treats, fully optimised 5.1 sound, ultra-realistic HD visuals, dazzling never-before-seen visual and camera effects, and a new combo system, the latest chapter in the irrepressible saga will be an unmissable treat for fans.

For more information about NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe and its entire line up, please visit www.namcobandaigames.eu.
 

 - Original Dragon Ball Story Makes its Dazzling 3D Debut on Wii, Available Now at Retailers Across the PAL Regions from NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe -

CERGY-PONTOISE, FRANCE – 30 October 2009 – NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe S.A.S. Bring the timeless original Dragon Ball saga to a brand new audience of gamers today with the European and PAL launch of Dragon Ball®: Revenge of King Piccolo exclusively for Wii. The first time the early adventures of Goku have graced Wii, Dragon Ball: Revenge of King Piccolo will charm fans old and new with its engaging characters, fun narrative and blistering battles, all rendered in sumptuous 3D.

Heading back to the early days of the Dragon Ball story, players will control Kid Goku as he sets out on fantastic adventures with his friends. The title faithfully reproduces the uniqueness and special humour of the early Dragon Ball series, while adding an original blend of action and adventure to the mix. With the original Japanese music and voiceover included for maximum authenticity, Dragon Ball: Revenge of King Piccolo offers fans a dazzling new experience with the characters and universe they know and love.

“Bringing these timeless Dragon Ball adventures which first enchanted audiences some 25 years ago, and have been doing so ever since, to a brand new audience of Wii gamers is a really exciting opportunity for us,” said Hiroaki Ochiai, VP Sales and Marketing, NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe S.A.S. “For any fan, these adventures are irresistible, and for those yet to discover them, this is the chance they've been waiting for.”

The visuals in Dragon Ball: Revenge of King Piccolo take the series to a new level by faithfully reproducing on-screen the original drawings of legendary Dragon Ball artist Akira Toriyama down to the finest pen strokes. Thanks to the high-quality, state-of-the-art graphics, fans will be able to immerse themselves in the Dragon Ball universe like never before.

Game modes include Story mode, which follows Kid Goku from the Red Ribbon Saga to the King Piccolo Saga with the ability to replay previously completed stages, and the unlockable VS mode where players can take different unlocked characters into battle.

With in-game collectables, a host of unlockables, and more fun, fights and adventure than ever, all delivered in dazzling 3D, Dragon Ball: Revenge of King Piccolo is the definitive Dragon Ball videogame, available now at retailers across Europe and the PAL regions exclusively for Wii.

- Download the Free Single-Player Demo for NAMCO BANDAI Games' Upcoming Anime Smash for Xbox 360® and PlayStation®3 -

Legions of Kamehameha-hungry Dragon Ball fans can now get their hands on the demo for NAMCO BANDAI Games forthcoming anime fighter Dragon Ball®: Raging Blast, available via PlayStation®Network and Xbox Live® online game service across Europe and the PAL regions.

To give players a tantalizing taste of the vast content to come in the full final game, the single player battle mode demo contains one stage and lets players choose between Goku, Piccolo and Radditz to test their mettle against the best moves in their AI opponent's arsenal. When it's time to throw down, there's nothing like a crippling energy blast to lend a helping hand.

The content-packed Collector Edition and standard retail version are scheduled for launch across Europe and the PAL territories on November 2009 for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation®3.  

- Development Complete on NAMCO BANDAI Games' Latest Anime Battle Spectacular, Coming to Xbox 360® and PlayStation®3 on November 13th Across Europe and PAL -

CERGY-PONTOISE, FRANCE – 21 October 2009 – Fans come another big step closer to the greatest Dragon Ball fighter ever today as NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe announce that development is complete on Dragon Ball®: Raging Blast. Coming in standard retail and Collector Edition versions, Dragon Ball®: Raging Blast launches across Europe and the PAL regions on November 13th 2009 for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation®3.

Developed by acclaimed game studio Spike Co. Ltd., Dragon Ball: Raging Blast brings the Budokai Tenkaichi saga onto the latest generation of consoles for the very first time, featuring stunning HD graphics, high-fidelity audio, destructible environments and enhanced character features to take players far beyond the realms of the original anime series with a mighty KAMEHAMEHA!

Not content with the numerous gameplay enhancements, Dragon Ball: Raging Blast also exclusively introduces two brand new character transformations to the Dragon Ball universe, never before seen in the anime, films or video games. Broly Super Saiyan 3 and Vegeta Super Saiyan 3 will both make their debut appearance in the game, pushing the high energy fight action to new extremes.

A hi-spec steel case Collector Edition will be available alongside the standard retail version at launch, loaded with exclusive content that no Dragon Ball fan should be without, including artbook, exclusive DLC scratchcard, and soundtrack CD.

Dragon Ball: Raging Blast Collector Edition and standard retail edition for PlayStation®3and Xbox 360® are scheduled for launch across Europe and the PAL regions on November 13th 2009. 

 - NAMCO BANDAI Games Announces Hi-spec, Content-packed European Collector Edition for the Upcoming Anime Fighter on Xbox 360® and PlayStation®3 -

CERGY-PONTOISE, FRANCE – 8 October 2009 – NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe today announced the official limited edition of Dragon Ball®: Raging Blast scheduled for launch alongside the standard retail version in Europe and the PAL regions in November 2009 for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation ®3

Presented in unique, high quality packaging and loaded with content that no Dragon Ball fan should be without, the Collector Edition exclusively features the following:

•Steel case: specially designed luxury hi-spec metal outer packaging;

•Artbook: 52 pages of Dragon Ball insider info, including detailed and exclusive behind-the-scenes pre-production images, artwork, concept development information, map design and more, all from the world-renowned development team at Spike Co. Ltd. in Tokyo, Japan;

•Customized Goku and Vegeta: Using the exclusive DLC scratchcard, fans can immediately download exclusive and powerful abilities for those two characters;

•Super Saiyan 3 Broly: for the first time in history, fans with the DLC scratchcard can download and play with Super Saiyan 3 Broly, a character never before seen in the anime or games (available as unlockable only in standard game);

•Game disk: the latest and greatest HD Dragon Ball videogame from the acclaimed team at Spike Co. Ltd.;

•Soundtrack CD: official compilation of 29 original music tracks from the game.

Developed by acclaimed game studio Spike Co. Ltd., Dragon Ball: Raging Blast brings the Budokai Tenkaichi saga onto the latest generation of consoles for the very first time, featuring stunning HD graphics, high-fidelity audio, destructible environments and enhanced character features, taking players far beyond the realms of the original anime series with a mighty KAMEHAMEHA!

Dragon Ball: Raging Blast Collector Edition and standard retail edition for PlayStation®3and Xbox 360® are scheduled for launch across Europe and the PAL regions in November 2009.

- Bringing the Fun-filled, Action-packed Original Dragon Ball Story to Wii for the First Time with 3D Graphics, Launching in Europe Autumn 2009 -

CERGY-PONTOISE, FRANCE – 25 May 2009 – NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe S.A.S. today announced the forthcoming launch of Dragon Ball®: Revenge of King Piccolo exclusively for Wii. Scheduled for European launch this autumn 2009, Dragon Ball: Revenge of King Piccolo promises to thrill fans with the first ever appearance of the original Dragon Ball story on Wii in glorious 3D.

Heading back to the early days of the Dragon Ball story, players will control Kid Goku as he sets out on fantastic adventures with his friends. The title faithfully reproduces the uniqueness and special humour of the early Dragon Ball series, while adding an original blend of action and adventure to the mix. With the original Japanese music and voiceover included for maximum authenticity, Dragon Ball: Revenge of King Piccolo offers fans a dazzling new experience with the characters and universe they know and love.

The visuals in Dragon Ball: Revenge of King Piccolo take the series to a new level by faithfully reproducing on-screen the original drawings of legendary Dragon Ball artist Akira Toriyama down to the finest pen strokes. Thanks to the high-quality, state-of-the-art graphics, fans will be able to immerse themselves in the Dragon Ball universe like never before.

Game modes include Story mode which follows Kid Goku from the Red Ribbon Saga to the King Piccolo Saga with the ability to replay previously completed stages, and the unlockable VS mode where players can take different unlocked characters into battle.

With in-game collectables, a host of unlockables, and more fun, fights and adventure than ever before all delivered in dazzling 3D, Dragon Ball: Revenge of King Piccolo is the definitive Dragon Ball videogame experience coming to Wii this autumn 2009.

- The Budokai Tenkaichi Saga Continues, Coming to PLAYSTATION 3 and Xbox 360 for the First Time in Europe and PAL Territories Autumn 2009 -

CERGY-PONTOISE, FRANCE – 25 May 2009 – NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe S.A.S. today announced the launch of Dragon Ball®: Raging Blast, the first video game in the Budokai Tenkaichi series to come to the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Featuring stunning HD graphics and audio, destructible environments and enhanced character features, Dragon Ball: Raging Blast takes players far beyond the realms of the original anime series, blasting its way into retailers in Europe and the PAL territories this autumn 2009.

Interactive and destructible environments bring a new layer of intensity to the battle stages featured in Dragon Ball: Raging Blast. Smash opponents into rocks to increase their damage count and gain the upper hand in battles. Featuring the series’ trademark combat style, the game hosts a variety of the most popular characters taken from the series, all of which have enhanced features such as facial expressions for a deeper level of immersion into the Dragon Ball universe.

Dragon Ball: Raging Blast boasts superior graphics that enhance the sense of the characters’ speed and power. In addition to classic signature moves, characters also benefit from a new “Super Rising” move which allows more variety in the battle stages and lets players explore new areas of the Dragon Ball universe.

Dragon Ball: Raging Blast for PLAYSTATION®3 and Xbox 360® is coming to retailers across Europe and the PAL regions this coming autumn 2009.

- The Newest Exciting Instalment in the DBZ series of RPG Adventures Coming Exclusively to Nintendo DS in Europe and PAL Territories Autumn 2009 -

CERGY-PONTOISE, FRANCE – 25 May 2009 – NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe S.A.S. today announced the forthcoming launch of brand new role-playing title Dragon Ball Z: Attack of the Saiyans coming exclusively to Nintendo DS™ this autumn 2009 in Europe and the PAL regions.

The game follows the Saiyan Saga of the original DBZ story starting from the World Tournament and Goku’s triumphant defeat of Piccolo. Players will take the role of Goku and travel the DBZ universe from jungle to Snow Mountain on their quest to victory.

Dragon Ball Z: Attack of the Saiyans features a host of original features which will be sure to thrill fans, such as brand new gameplay, unique game modes, fun side quests and content never before seen in either the anime or manga series.

More details about this exciting addition to the DBZ range of video games will be announced soon. Dragon Ball Z: Attack of the Saiyans is scheduled for launch across Europe and the PAL regions in autumn 2009.

– Final Dragon Ball Z Game for PlayStation 2 Combines the Greatest Elements from the World-renowned Dragon Ball Z TV Series and Video Games –

LYON, FRANCE – 20 August 2008 – It’s time for one final mighty Kamehameha for the PlayStation®2 as Atari announce the forthcoming European launch of NAMCO BANDAI Games’ Dragon Ball Z®: Infinite World for PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system in December 2008. Developed by NAMCO BANDAI Games Inc., Dragon Ball Z: Infinite World combines all the best elements of previous Dragon Ball Z: Budokai games, whilst also boasting new features such as “Dragon Missions”, new battle types and drama scenes for fans to delve deeper than ever before into the Dragon Ball Z® universe.

The new “Dragon Missions” in Dragon Ball Z: Infinite World include many famous scenes from the Dragon Ball Z series never before seen in a video game. A range of missions from time attack in the “Snake Road Mission” alongside other action and racing-style missions puts players’ strategy and quick-thinking skills to the test beyond simply showing off their deadly fighting skills.

But no Dragon Ball Z game would be complete without its fair share of spectacular battles. Dragon Ball Z: Infinite World uses a simplified battle system taken from the recently released next-gen Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit for thrilling hand-to-hand fighting on the ground, or flying leaps and aerial combat in the skies. In addition, new ideas have been added to the battle system. Defeat your opponent by blasting damaging Ki attacks from the sky or by diving into him and launching an explosive smash attack.

The game features over 40 unique characters, not counting the different forms that each character can transform into which multiplies the playing potential. On top of characters, fighting techniques and battle stages, Dragon Ball Z: Infinite World also includes selected drama scenes from the previous games all presented using beautifully refined effects and shading techniques.

Representing the last “Z” title for the PlayStation 2, Dragon Ball Z: Infinite World combines the best elements from the previous Budokai and Shin-Budokai series, as well as the recently released and much-admired next-gen Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit, to deliver the definitive DBZ experience on PlayStation 2.
 

- Innovative Action-Adventure Gameplay of NAMCO BANDAI Games’ Newest Chapter in the Dragon Ball Saga for DS Comes to Europe in December 2008 -

LYON, FRANCE – 19 August 2008 – The Dragon Ball bounces back with the announcement that Atari is bringing NAMCO BANDAI Games’ Dragon Ball: Origins for Nintendo DS™ to European shores in December 2008. Developed by NAMCO BANDAI Games Inc., Dragon Ball: Origins takes players back to the original Dragon Ball series and around the world for a thrilling action-adventure game with innovative touch pad controls.

The single player game follows Goku and his clever sidekick Bulma as they travel the world overcoming enemies and obstacles to collect the 7 Dragon Balls. In the shoes of Goku, the player must protect Bulma from incoming enemy attacks using special skills, such as fighting with his power pole, or unleashing a kamehameha. Combined with Bulma’s ability to invent machines and weapons, the intrepid pair make a formidable team able to defeat even the strongest enemies or trickiest of obstacles.

The innovative controls mean the player uses only the touch pad to control Goku. Players must draw lines or shapes to direct the character and control the action by tapping on the screen, for example a double tap on Goku followed by tapping on the Ka-me-ha-me-ha letters unleashes his devastating signature move.

Goku can perfect his skills by gaining experience through defeating strong enemies. Goku’s power pole helps him and Bulma not only in the battle but also in solving puzzles throughout the game. For extra Dragon Ball fun, hunt down and collect the many virtual figurines hidden in the game world which can then be swapped and traded with friends via the wireless connection to get the full collection.

Dragon Ball: Origins pulls no punches in terms of graphics with both screens displaying vibrant 3D visuals, and with the lively, fun humour of Dragon Ball present throughout the game, fans will be able to immerse themselves completely in the spectacular universe.
 

- NAMCO BANDAI Games and Atari to Showcase Original Japanese Video Game Titles, Including World Exclusive First Play -

LYON, FRANCE – 16 June 2007 – NAMCO BANDAI and Atari today announced their line-up of titles to be showcased at the ninth Japan Expo taking place at the Parc des Expositions, Paris Nord Villepinte from 3 to 6 July 2008. NAMCO BANDAI Games will be present once again to showcase an array of video game titles displaying the publisher’s breadth of gameplay variety with entertainment for everyone from ninja fighting to physical family fun.

Fans of the cult Naruto and Dragon Ball Z anime series will be given first-hand experience on three brand new Naruto titles, including one worldwide exclusive, alongside Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit launching on 6 June for Xbox 360 and PS3, while visitors wanting a light-hearted workout can get physical with friends and family on the hilarious Family Trainer for Wii.

Naruto fans will be particularly well served with playable versions of three new titles all out later in 2008, namely Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm, Naruto: Ultimate Ninja 3 and Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Heroes 2: The Phantom Fortress. The highly anticipated Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm for PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system will be present at Japan Expo as a world exclusive first ever playable version.

Also as an exclusive for Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm, an official presentation of the game will be given by Mr Hitoshi Matsuyama, the director of CyberConnect 2, giving fans the chance to meet one of the key people behind the game. Visitors will also see a brand new exclusive trailer for the game, and be able to showcase their best ninja moves during an onsite tournament for a chance to win cool prizes. Naruto: Ultimate Ninja 3 for PlayStation®2 and Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Heroes 2: The Phantom Fortress for PSP (PlayStation® Portable) will also be playable at the event.

The recently released Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit, the first ever next-gen Dragon Ball Z game boasting superior HD graphics and a highly anticipated global online feature, will also be on show for Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3. An explosive tournament is planned with an array of goodies to give away to the ultimate Dragon Ball Z champion fighter.

Family Trainer exclusively for Wii lets all the family and friends get physical by engaging the whole body in a variety of easy-to-understand, fast-paced and wildly entertaining activities based on outdoor themes. The game includes the specially designed Family Trainer mat controller which, when combined with the Wii Remote, lets players work themselves into a physical frenzy in a series of crazed challenges. More goodies will be given away throughout the event to visitors who clock up the highest scores. All visitors to the stand will have a chance to get their hands on an array of fantastic NAMCO BANDAI Games goodies for featuring a host of their favourite games and anime characters.

Japan Expo is a colourful and multifaceted four day celebration of Japanese entertainment, arts and culture taking place in the heart of France, a country which embraces Japanese culture as its own. For details about Japan Expo visit www.japanexpo.fr.

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About NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe SAS
NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe is one of the companies comprising the newly formed BANDAI NAMCO Group, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. On 29th September, 2005, BANDAI Co., Ltd and NAMCO LIMITED implemented a management integration to compete more effectively on the global stage in the fast-changing entertainment industry and deliver future growth. The resulting BANDAI NAMCO Group is a global entertainment operation involved in business fields ranging from toys, video game software and visual software to amusement machines & facilities and network content.

More information about NAMCO BANDAI Games, its products and services can be found online at www.namcobandaigames.eu

About Infogrames Entertainment and Atari:
Infogrames Entertainment (IESA), the parent company of the Atari Group, is listed on the Paris Euronext stock exchange (ISIN code: FR-0000052573) and has two principal subsidiaries: Atari Europe, a privately-held company, and Atari, Inc., a United States corporation listed on NASDAQ (ATAR).
The Atari Group is an international producer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment software for all market segments and in all existing game formats (Microsoft, Nintendo and Sony) and on CD-ROM for PC. Its games are sold in more than 60 countries.
The Atari Group’s extensive catalogue of popular games is based on original franchises (Alone in the Dark, V-Rally, Test Drive, etc.) and international licenses (Dragon Ball Z, Dungeons & Dragons, etc.).
For more information: http://www.atari.com

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– Latest and Greatest Incarnation of the Mighty Dragon Ball Z Video Game Series Blasts into Europe with an Ear-splitting Kamehameha! –

LYON, FRANCE – 6 June 2008 – Atari today announced the European launch of NAMCO BANDAI Games’ Dragon Ball Z®: Burst Limit for Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system. Developed by NAMCO BANDAI Games Inc., Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit brings a dazzling new extreme of DBZ intensity to fans with sumptuous next-gen graphics, online multiplayer gameplay and adrenaline-soaked high-velocity action.

Bringing the massively popular DBZ brand to next-generation consoles for the very first time, Dragon Ball Z®: Burst Limit sends the series flying into the future with a high-energy flourish. The game boasts graphics and visual effects only possible on the advanced hardware of Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3, while the online gameplay adds a much sought after dimension, bringing fans across the world into direct competition over who has the best moves and the most lightning fast attacks. With a host of carefully crafted playable characters and enhanced battle stages and environments, alongside stunning visuals and online play, fans can get deeper into the Dragon Ball Z® universe than ever before.

The Dragon Ball Z® series is the gold standard of anime-based video games, with more than 25 different games and over 10 million units sold since May 2002.
 

First Ever Next Gen Dragon Ball Z Title Demo Available Now on Xbox Live Marketplace -

The demo of NAMCO BANDAI Games’ Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit is now available on Xbox Live Marketplace. Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit is scheduled for release on Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system in Europe on 6 June 2008. As the very first Dragon Ball Z® video game released on next-generation gaming systems, Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit boasts superior HD graphics and a highly anticipated worldwide online feature.

The Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit demo includes the game’s opening sequence and two playable segments from Z Chronicles’ Saiyan Saga in first player mode. The story mode, named Z Chronicles, best demonstrates the blur created between the videogame and the iconic anime series, with heroic battles of good versus evil interspersed with cut scenes adapted from the original anime, and packed with the explosive energy and legendary fighters of the Dragon Ball Z® universe. The demo has English voiceover and subtitles available in English, French, Italian, German and Spanish.

Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit powers its way onto the Xbox 360 and Xbox Live on 6 June in Europe.
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– Next Chapter in the Unstoppable Dragon Ball Z Series of Games Coming to Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION®3 –

LYON, FRANCE – 16 January 2008 – Atari today announced that NAMCO BANDAI Games’ Dragon Ball Z®: Burst Limit is in development for Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and is scheduled for European release in 2008. Developed by NAMCO BANDAI Inc. / Dimps, Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit will explode with a new level of DBZ intensity boasting next-gen graphics, online gameplay and lightning fast action.

Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit will revolutionise the series bringing DBZ to next-generation gaming systems for the very first time. Complete with fierce online battles, cinematographic graphics and 3D effects only possible on the Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3, Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit will blur the line between the videogame and the iconic anime series. Jam-packed with graphically enhanced playable characters, realistic battle stages and environments, players can experience the Dragon Ball Z® universe as never before.

The immensely popular Dragon Ball Z® series is the gold standard of anime-based video games, with more than 25 different games and over 10 million units sold since May 2002.

For more information on Dragon Ball Z® video games, please visit www.dbz-videogames.com.