Ninja Gaiden Sgima 2 and Undead Knights in Stores Now

TORRANCE, Calif., - Video game developer and publisher Tecmo announced today the release of both NINJA GAIDEN SIGMA 2 on PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and UNDEAD KNIGHTS on PSP (PlayStation Portable) system. The latest installment in the critically acclaimed series, NINJA GAIDEN SIGMA 2, releases in North America today, followed by Japan and Europe on October 2nd, 2009. The gut-wrenching, limb amputating, hack-n-slash zombie action game UNDEAD KNIGHTS also releases in North America and today, followed later by a digital download release to play on the PSP (PlayStation Portable) go.

NINJA GAIDEN SIGMA 2:

NINJA GAIDEN SIGMA 2's Collector's Edition will be available exclusively from GameStop in North America, and includes the Official Soundtrack with over 30 tracks, and an 80-page book featuring:

• A 30-page Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 prologue comic written and designed by Team NINJA. The comic is a printed version of the in-game digital comic.

• Mini-Strategy Guide: A starter guide covering Ryu, Ayane, Momiji, and Rachel's weapons, ninpos, Story Mode basics, Team Missions and more

• Art Gallery: A peek at various character concept artwork

• Commentary from Team NINJA producer Yosuke Hayashi and the team's lead artists

In addition, consumers who pre-ordered NINJA GAIDEN SIGMA 2 at GameStop will receive an exclusive downloadable costume available through the PlayStationNetwork.

Story

As super ninja Ryu Hayabusa, you roam the world and hunt down the Demon Statue that was stolen by the Black Spider Ninja Clan to prevent the resurrection of the evil Archfiend. From Tokyo to New York, follow Ryu as he encounters vicious enemies and acquires an extensive assortment of ninja weaponry along the way.

Game Features

• New Playable Characters: Ninja Gaiden's Rachel, Ayane from the Dead or Alive series and Momiji from Ninja Gaiden Dragon Sword appear as sexy new playable characters

• Team Missions mode (Co-op): Two players can engage in online co-op play with voice chat in more than 30 different missions. View and record your play through "Ninja Cinema" and share your Cinema and Mission results via PlayStation Network

• Chapter Challenge mode: Master your favorite chapter and compete against others for the top Karma points

• Ninja Record: View your complete stats for every mode played, number of enemies defeated, drops and throws, combos, rescues, character usage rate and more

• Rewards: Over 50 trophies to earn throughout the game and a dozen unlockable costumes. Weapons acquired can be leveled up to strengthen their power and gain new battle techniques.

• Visual Diversity: Over 30 unique characters, 17 stages with a variety of environments, and a storyline which unfolds in 70 impressive cut-scenes

• Variable AI: Contributing to the increased difficulty level, the gameplay differs each time you appear in a level as enemies engage in a variety of different actions as they assess the current situation

• Gameplay Innovation: A finishing blow system can be used in battle to quickly defeat an enemy in one dynamic action

More information on the title is available at www.ninjagaidengame.com.

NINJA GAIDEN SIGMA 2 is rated "M" (Mature) by the Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB) and will carry a suggested retail price of US $59.99 (Collector's Edition US $69.99).

UNDEAD KNIGHTS:

UNDEAD KNIGHTS is the first title from TECMO to be released on both a UMD for PSP system and by digital download for the PSPgo system. The packaged good for PSP system is in stores now, following a digital release in October.

Story

Playing as the anti-hero, rage through the wrath of fearless enemies and build the nastiest and most profane army you can think of in this new-style invasion action game. Prepare to wash the mouth of your army with soap as they can't help but engage in zombie bashing dialogue over a raging metal soundtrack that helps your channel your inner anger. If you can deal with the gut-wrenching, Smack-talking, fluid-spitting, and limb amputating ways of your army, you can embark on your journey of vengeance to defeat the king.

Features

• The Dark Hero Persona: This game atypically allows you to be the "evil" main character who serves as an anti-hero figure

• Create a Zombie Army: Defeat as many enemies as you can to transform them into your own personal soldiers

• Combo Attacks: Choose up to ten different combo attacks to fight your way through varied enemies ranging from animals to soldiers

• Show Some Personality: Prepare to wash the mouth of your army with soap as they can't help but engage in zombie bashing dialogue

• Head-Banging Madness: A raging metal soundtrack helps channel your inner anger

• On a Mission: Get ready to face the king in the fifth mission for each of the four main areas

• PSP Ad-Hoc Multiplayer: Challenge up to three other players in VS play or collaborate with them in co-op play

More information on the title can be found at www.undeadknights.com.

UNDEAD KNIGHTS is rated "M" (Mature) by the Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB) and will carry a suggested retail price of US $39.99.

About Tecmo

TECMO, Inc. is a global developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content. TECMO's renowned franchises include Dead or Alive, Ninja Gaiden, Tecmo Bowl and Fatal Frame. TECMO, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of TECMO, LTD. TECMO, LTD. and KOEI Co., Ltd. merged as TECMO KOEI HOLDINGS CO., LTD. on April 1st, 2009. More information on TECMO can be found at www.tecmogames.com.

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