Robotech UK Release
Posted by benadmin on Thursday, November 7 2002

TDK Mediactive, a leading entertainment software publisher today announced the release dates for its highly anticipated titles to be published under the Robotech license.

"Robotech: Battlecry" is based on one of the most successful animated series in the United States from Harmony Gold which combined giant transforming robots with compelling sci-fi narratives. Robotech the TV series was the first major exposure to Japanese animation for many in the United States and after 17 years from its first airing in 1985 continues to maintain global fan support with continued broadcast in numerous countries worldwide.

In time for Christmas retail "Robotech: Battlecry" will be released on the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system on November 29th, the XboxTM video game system from Microsoft on December 13th and Nintendo GameCubeTM video game system in the New Year, whilst the Game Boy AdvanceTM will see the release of "Robotech: The Macross Saga" on November 15th.

Barry Stearns, National Account Manager for TDK, said: "'Robotech: Battlecry' and 'Robotech: The Macross Saga' offer gamers a fast, explosive and colourful 3D action shooter in a title that captures the essence of the US cult series. Its captivating cell shaded graphics offer stylish, movie-like animation, which coupled with stunning battle scenes and a thrilling storyline will appeal to fans of the series, anime aficionados and those gamers who enjoy fast-paced shoot 'em ups."

He added: "With original artist voiceovers, characters, soundtrack and storyline, our Robotech titles will blast their way into retail for Christmas, guaranteeing to bring the infamous Robotech universe alive for gamers and fans around the world."

About Robotech: Battlecry

Robotech: Battlecry, developed by Vicious Cycle, is a fast paced, third-person action shooter based on the extremely popular animated TV series. Players assume the role of a new character Jack Archer, a fighter pilot in the Robotech Defence Force. As the intense storyline unfolds, Jack battles it out with the invading ZentraediTM alien armada utilising his versatile VeritechTM Fighter, a giant transformable mechanised robot that can convert into a high-flying jet fighter, a 40-foot tall humanoid robot, or a hybrid unit that combines elements of both. With a plot set in parallel to the original TV show, Jack encounters classic Robotech characters including, Rick Hunter, Lynn Minmei, Lisa Hayes and even old foes such as Khyron.

The stylised, cell shaded animation game spans more than 45 missions set in city ruins, canyons, the skies above Macross City, space, foreign planets and the rings of Saturn.

About Robotech: The Macross Saga

Robotech: The Macross Saga, developed by Lucky Chicken, is a classic shooter that artfully mixes side-scrolling and forced perspective gameplay, where players control one of the characters from the Robotech series, as they try to save Earth. Players battle it out against Zentraedi forces in the transformable Veritech or armored Destroids with up to two people taking on the alien armada in co-op play. A multiplayer option allows up to four players to go head to head via a cable link.

Availability

Robotech: The Macross Saga for Game Boy Advance is due for release November 15th 2002 with a suggested retail price of £24.99, whilst Robotech: Battlecry for PlayStation will be available for release November 29th and Xbox December 13th 2002 with suggested retail prices respectively of £29.99 and £39.99. Robotech: Battlecry for GameCube is due for release Q1 2003.

About the Robotech Brand

Produced by Harmony Gold in 1985, Robotech fuelled the transforming robot craze and drew legions of loyal fans with its richly detailed Japanese animation featuring dazzling science-fiction drama. Robotech continues to be one of the most recognised animated television series to this day. Its groundbreaking production design also launched a worldwide licensing phenomenon that has spawned several toy lines, musical soundtracks, dozens of novels, role-playing games, collectibles, and apparel and over 300 comic books. More information about Robotech is available at www.robotech.com.

About Harmony Gold

Formed in 1983, Harmony Gold is a leading production, acquisition and distribution company of quality international television programming, producing some of the most classic and history-making programs in the industry. Harmony Gold is a division of The Harmony Gold Companies, whose interests range from theatre management, real estate and finance to film and television production.

About TDK Mediactive, Europe
TDK Mediactive Europe, a division of TDK Recording Media Europe S.A., is a publisher of high quality entertainment software for current and next generation videogame systems, PC/Mac and music titles on DVD Video. The Company's games are based on original and licensed content derived from major motion pictures, video franchises, popular literature and popular culture.

In co-operation with TDK Mediactive, Inc., based in Southern California, the Company is the exclusive European Publishing partner for technology and content licenses with Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc., Microsoft Corporation, Nintendo of America Inc., DreamWorks SKG, Universal Studios, Mattel, Classic Media, BKN International, DC Comics, R & S Trading, Signatures Network and others.

The company's music titles range is selected from classical recordings (TDK Collection) to Jazz (TDK Jazz collection), Rock and Pop music.

TDK Mediactive is part of TDK Corporation's global effort to expand its offerings to consumers of entertainment-oriented products. More information about TDK Mediactive and its products is available at www.tdk-mediactive.com.

TDK Mediactive Europe is located in Halskestr. 38, 40880 Ratingen, Germany.

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