Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock

For Those About to Rock, Wii Salute You!

The Stuff of Legends!You’ve asked for it, and Activision is finally delivering; almost two years after the original game hit store shelves, the hugely popular Guitar Hero series is arriving on Wii in the form of Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock. If you're new to the franchise, here's the rundown: The game ships with a guitar controller. (The Wii version is wireless, much to our delight; you plug your Wii remote into a secure cubbyhole in the guitar, and you'll be rockin' from the kitchen in no time.) The five colored buttons on the neck of the guitar correspond with colored notes scrolling from top to bottom onscreen. You simply select a song, press the correct buttons in sequence, and flick a strumming switch in unison with the notes; just like that, a rockstar is born. The real fun starts once you’ve played a few tunes and built up some street cred on your plastic axe. Then just invite some friends over and crank the volume. Don’t forget to invite the neighbors too—that way they don’t call the cops.Legends of Rock is similar to previous Guitar Hero games, but the display has been overhauled. The score and star power graphics have changed, and 50-, 100-, and 200-note streaks are now announced while you riff.In addition to a new developer (other games have come from Harmonix) and new hardware, GHIII offers a whole set list of totally new tracks, some of which have been notably missing from the series thus far: you can finally play along with Metallica’s “One,” Pearl Jam’s “Even Flow,” Beastie Boys’ “Sabotage,” and Smashing Pumpkins’ “Cherub Rock,” to name a few. Also, more of the music tracks than ever before are performed by the original band, making it that much easier to get your rock on.If you’re familiar with the series, not much has fundamentally changed. You now have the choice of playing through the Career mode with two players or trying your hand at a completely new Battle mode featuring power-ups you can use to throw off your rival’s mojo. You can render an opponent’s strings useless for a few seconds, or shake your adversary's fret board wildly. If you have only one guitar, worry not—just connect to the Nintendo WFC to challenge friend and foe alike, or search the leaderboards to see who’s the top rocker.

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UNLEASH YOUR INNER ROCK LEGEND - BECOME A LEGEND : Face of against guitar icons Slash and Tom Morello in insane boss battles featuring original tracks recorded exclusively for Guitar Hero 3: Legends of Rock.

• ROCK OUT WITH A FRIEND : Defeat opponents to achieve legendary status in head-to-head competition including the all new guitar battle or share the glory with a friend in co-op and the new co-op campaign mode.

• FULLY IMMERSIVE CONCERT EXPERIENCE : Realize a true rock concert experience with all new venues, incredible lightning effects, authentic instruments, and sick character moves.

• INCREDIBLE SOUNDTRACK : Guitar Hero 3: Legends of Rock features the biggest and loudest songs ever compiled in a game!

OVER 70 Rockin' Tracks, Including: - Welcome To The Jungle

• Sunshine Of Your Love

• Rock You Like A Hurricane

• Mississippi Queen

• When You Were Young

• Raining Blood

• Black Magic Woman

• Cherub Rock

• Paint It, Black

• Suck My Kiss

• Hit Me With Your Best Shot

• Slow Ride

• Bulls On Parade

• Rock And Roll All Nite

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Back of Case - Wii(US)

Crank up the volume and prepare to rock around the globe with Guitar
Hero™ III: Legends of Rock. Battle against some of the greatest legends to
ever shred on a guitar and become one yourself! Take your skills online
against other Guitar Hero™ players from around the world.

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Become a rock god with Guitar Hero III: Legends Of Rock on PlayStation 3

Fire up the fretboard, crank up the amp and get ready to rock like never before as Guitar Hero III drops you into the spotlight of the largest and most legendary rock concert ever.

The star-studded soundtrack includes master tracks by such legendary artists as The Rolling Stones, Beastie Boys, Muse and Pearl Jam, with added songs made famous by Kiss, Alice Cooper and Heart. Now drop that air guitar, tune your exclusive new wireless Les Paul Guitar Controller and shred the night away with Guitar Hero III.

Featuring an incredible number of newly added features and explosive content including a new multiplayer action-inspired battle mode, gruelling boss battles, a host of exclusive unlockable content and authentic rock venues, Guitar Hero III also includes expanded online multiplayer game modes that allow axe-shredders worldwide to compete head-to-head for true legendary rock status.

• Over 45 of the most legendary rock anthems of all time
• Challenge legends of rock and roll like Slash, Tom Morello and Bret Michaels in boss battles
• Expand upon your Guitar Hero experience with downloadable songs, themes and picture packs

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Fire up the fretboard, crank up the amp and get ready to rock like never before! Guitar Hero™ III: Legends of Rock drops you into the spotlight of the largest and most legendary rock concert ever.

• Songs: Enjoy more than 70 of the most legendary rock anthems of all-time.
• Modes: Try the added multiplayer modes, including the arcade-inspired Guitar Battle and the dual shredding co-op career. Challenge the legends of rock and roll in boss battles, then take those axe-shredding skills online and rock around the world. See how you match up against the best in the world on the Leaderboards.
• Downloads: Expand upon your Guitar Hero experience with downloadable songs, themes and picture packs.
• Gameplay: All-new tricked out venues take you to hell and back. And check out your favorite characters freshly fitted with a few new faces.
• The Guitar Hero III Gibson Les Paul/Kramer Guitar Controller: The controller is completely redesigned with a simple wireless channel setup, that gives you the freedom to rock without constraints. Swappable faceplates provide maximum customization (available on the Les Paul Controller). The breakaway neck allows for easier transportation between performances. Stylized Start and Back buttons and a new extended strum bar design will have you blasting out the hits. And the auto sleep mode will save battery power for extended jam sessions.

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Activision Shreds New Details on Next Guitar Hero(TM) Game

Just When You Thought It Was Safe to Come Out, the Third Installment of Guitar Hero Rocks to a Whole New Level

SUNNYVALE, Calif., May 23, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- After warming their amps in the basement garage to rocking sold out shows at Stonehenge, fans of Activision, Inc.'s (Nasdaq: ATVI) wildly popular Guitar Hero(TM) franchise will now be able to shred like never before with the next iteration of the game that will be available this fall. The new game will be released on the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system and PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360(TM) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and Wii(TM) video game system from Nintendo.

Turning it up to 11, Guitar Hero fans will channel their inner rock god using Gibson Guitar's Les Paul and Kramer models as the industry standard. In addition, players will experience an incredible number of newly added features and explosive content including a new multiplayer action-inspired battle mode, grueling boss battles, a bevy of exclusive unlockable content and authentic rock venues. Expanded online multiplayer game modes will also allow axe-shredders worldwide to compete head-to-head for true legendary rock status.

While continuing to retain all the key features from their prior legendary performances, fresh downloadable content will be offered on multiple platforms, and players can now shred to a killer set list from many of the gnarliest rock songs ever recorded. Delivering more master tracks than ever before, strategic partnerships have been secured with all the major and independent music record labels and publishers to allow unrivaled access to their deep history of music catalogs, along with supplying artists' original recordings for even greater authenticity.

The initial list of face-melting awesomeness includes:

• Paint It Black (by The Rolling Stones)
• Cherub Rock (by Smashing Pumpkins)
• Sabotage (by Beastie Boys)
• The Metal (by Tenacious D)
• My Name is Jonas (by Weezer)
• Knights of Cydonia (by Muse)
• Rock And Roll All Nite (as made famous by Kiss)
• School's Out (as made famous by Alice Cooper)
• Slow Ride (as made famous by Fog Hat)
• Cult of Personality (by Living Colour)
• Barracuda (as made famous by Heart)

For the first time ever, Guitar Hero fans will also be able to thrash and burn with new wireless guitar controllers available for each platform. The exclusive Gibson guitars will include innovative features such as removable faceplates that will allow fans to later personalize their guitars and make it their own, and a new button color design that will be integrated for an even greater authentic feel and rock experience. Gibson Guitar's Les Paul model will be the battle axe of choice, and an industry standard for all rock gods on the Xbox 360(TM), PLAYSTATION(R)3 system, and Wii(TM). After much anticipation, PlayStation(R)2 system fans will also be receiving a new exclusive shape as well, the classic Kramer guitar, also a Gibson brand, popularized by hard rockers and known for its body design, pickups, electronics, and construction for furious finger fretting.

"The development team at Neversoft has been exceptional, and we've been able to incorporate a host of fresh new online and multi-player game play modes, along with exciting content into this version of Guitar Hero that our fans have been asking for. Also, many of the top bands and songs we've tried to get in the past are now on board, and we've definitely got some giant aces in the hole to say the least," said Dusty Welch, head of publishing at RedOctane. "In addition, offering a new line of Gibson wireless guitars for each platform is going to truly add to the authentic rock star experience like no other."

The next iteration of Guitar Hero, published by RedOctane(R) and developed by Neversoft, is not yet rated by the ESRB. For more information about Guitar Hero, please visit the dedicated community site www.guitarherogame.com.

About Gibson Guitar:

Gibson is known worldwide for producing classic models in every major style of fretted instrument, including acoustic and electric guitars, mandolins, and banjos. Gibson's HD.6X-PRO Digital Guitar represents the biggest advance in electric guitar design in over 70 years. Founded in 1894 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and headquartered in Nashville since 1984, Gibson Guitar Corp.'s family of brands now includes Epiphone, Dobro, Maestro, Kramer, Steinberger, Tobias, Echoplex, Electar, Flatiron, Gibson Baldwin Music Education, Slingerland, Valley Arts, Maestro, Oberheim, Sunshine Piano, Take Anywhere Technology, Baldwin, J&C Fischer, Chickering, Hamilton, and Wurlitzer. Visit Gibson's website at www.gibson.com or www.gibson.com/press

About Activision, Inc.:

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. Founded in 1979, Activision posted net revenues of $1.47 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2006.

Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Australia, Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands and South Korea. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's World Wide Web site, which is located at www.activision.com.

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Activision Press Release (May 23, 2007)

Activision Tears It up on Store Shelves with Launch of Guitar Hero(R) III: Legends of Rock

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct 26, 2007 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Activision, Inc. (NASDAQ:ATVI) today announced that Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock will officially rip it up on retail store shelves nationwide this Sunday, October 28. To help celebrate the legendary launch, over 3,000 stores across the country are expected to organize their own midnight launch events this weekend, allowing all aspiring axe-shredders to unleash their inner-rock star.

Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock will include explosive new content and features including a multiplayer action-inspired battle mode, grueling boss battles, a host of exclusive unlockable content and visually stunning rock venues. Expanded online multiplayer game modes will also allow fans worldwide to compete head-to-head for true legendary rock status. Fresh downloadable content will also be offered on multiple platforms, and players can now shred to a killer set list from many of the most popular rock songs ever recorded.

"Where there is music this holiday season, there is Guitar Hero, and we're excited to deliver Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock as the ultimate guitar-bending experience for our fans," said Dusty Welch, head of publishing for Activision/RedOctane. "With an amazing set list, added gameplay features, online functionality, and new wireless guitars, aspiring rock stars are going to shred harder than ever before."

For the first time ever, Guitar Hero(R) fans will also be able to thrash and burn with new wireless guitar controllers available for each platform, including exclusive Gibson Guitar's Les Paul model for the Xbox 360(TM) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii(TM) home video game system from Nintendo, and PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system. PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system gamers will also get to shred on a new exclusive shape, Gibson's Kramer guitar, popularized by hard rockers and known for its body design, pickups, electronics and construction for furious finger fretting.

Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock, published by RedOctane(R) and developed by Neversoft, is rated 'T' for Teen by the ESRB and will be available October 28, 2007. For more information about the Guitar Hero franchise, please visit the dedicated community site: www.guitarhero.com.

About Gibson Guitar:

Gibson is known worldwide for producing classic models in every major style of fretted instrument, including acoustic and electric guitars, mandolins, and banjos. Gibson's HD.6X-PRO Digital Guitar represents the biggest advance in electric guitar design in over 70 years. Founded in 1894 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and headquartered in Nashville since 1984, Gibson Guitar Corp.'s family of brands now includes Epiphone, Dobro, Maestro, Kramer, Steinberger, Tobias, Echoplex, Electar, Flatiron, Gibson Baldwin Music Education, Slingerland, Valley Arts, Maestro, Oberheim, Sunshine Piano, Take Anywhere Technology, Baldwin, J&C Fischer, Chickering, Hamilton, and Wurlitzer. Visit Gibson's website at www.gibson.com or www.gibson.com/press.

About Activision, Inc.:

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. Founded in 1979, Activision posted net revenues of $1.5 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2007.

Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Scandinavia, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan and South Korea. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's World Wide Web site, which is located at www.activision.com.

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Activision Press Release (October 26, 2007)

Hard Rock Legends Def Leppard Issue Unreleased Single as Exclusive Downloadable Content for Guitar Hero(R) III: Legends of Rock

Quintessential Def Leppard Track Pack Releases on April 24, 2008

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Apr 17, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Rock heavyweights Def Leppard have partnered with Activision Inc.'s (Nasdaq:ATVI) Guitar Hero(R) III: Legends of Rock on an epic three-song track pack that will give fans an exclusive opportunity to sample the band's #1 new radio single, "Nine Lives," five days before their upcoming studio album Songs from the Sparkle Lounge releases on April, 29, 2008. The single is the result of Def Leppard's groundbreaking collaboration with country music legend Tim McGraw, and will be featured on their highly anticipated upcoming record Songs from the Sparkle Lounge, the band's first new studio release since 2006's YEAH, which begins yet another remarkable new chapter in the band's 30-year recording career.

The track pack also features live versions of "Photograph" and "Rock of Ages," two of Def Leppard's most beloved chart-toppers from their multi-platinum Pyromania album.

"Being involved with Guitar Hero is very exciting for us and adds a whole new layer of appreciation," says Joe Elliott, lead singer, Def Leppard. "I know from personal experience how much more you get into the music by playing the game - which is why we were keen to explore this opportunity. Guitar Hero is extremely popular with all kinds of music heads, which includes a lot of our fans, and we think releasing 'Nine Lives' this way first is just fantastic!"

"We are extremely thrilled to be partnering with Def Leppard, who are true rock icons," said Dusty Welch, Head of Publishing for RedOctane. "The band's participation in offering 'Nine Lives' to fans exclusively via Guitar Hero III downloadable content before their album hits store shelves, before the single is available for purchase on iTunes, demonstrates the level of commitment these legendary artists are making to Guitar Hero and how the franchise is transforming the music landscape."

The track pack will be available for Xbox LIVE(R) Marketplace for Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and in the PLAYSTATION(R)Store for the PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system on April 24, 2008.

Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock offers the ultimate rock experience with new wireless guitars, freshly added content and features including a multiplayer action-inspired battle mode, grueling boss battles, a host of exclusive unlockable content and visually stunning rock venues. Expanded online multiplayer modes allow axe-shredders worldwide to compete head-to-head for true rock status as they riff through a star-studded soundtrack including master tracks by legendary artists such as Aerosmith, Guns 'N' Roses, The Rolling Stones, Beastie Boys, Rage Against the Machine and Pearl Jam, as well as original songs by guitar icons Slash and Tom Morello. Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock is now available and is rated "T" for Teen by the ESRB. For more information visit www.guitarhero.com.

About Activision, Inc.

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. Founded in 1979, Activision posted net revenues of $1.5 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2007.

Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan and South Korea. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's World Wide Web site, which is located at www.activision.com.

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Activision Press Release (April 17, 2008)

British Rockers Muse to Play Encore in Downloadable Content for Guitar Hero(R) III: Legends of Rock

SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 02, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Known for their exhilarating live performances and unique blend of rock music styles, British trio Muse is returning to Guitar Hero(R) for an encore performance with the release of a three track downloadable song pack for Activision Inc.'s (Nasdaq:ATVI) Guitar Hero(R) III: Legends of Rock.

Featuring the rousing hits "Exo-Politics" and "Supermassive Black Hole" from the band's critically acclaimed album Black Holes and Revelations, and "Stockholm Syndrome" from their multi-platinum record Absolution, the Muse track pack will be available for Xbox LIVE(R) Marketplace for Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and in the PLAYSTATION(R)Store for the PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system on May 8, 2008.

Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock offers the ultimate rock experience with new wireless guitars, freshly added content and features including a multiplayer action-inspired battle mode, grueling boss battles, a host of exclusive unlockable content and visually stunning rock venues. Expanded online multiplayer modes allow axe-shredders worldwide to compete head-to-head for true rock status as they riff through a star-studded soundtrack including master tracks by legendary artists such as Aerosmith, Guns 'N' Roses, The Rolling Stones, Beastie Boys, Rage Against the Machine and Pearl Jam, as well as original songs by guitar icons Slash and Tom Morello. Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock is now available and is rated "T" for Teen by the ESRB. For more information visit www.guitarhero.com.

About Activision, Inc.

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. Founded in 1979, Activision posted net revenues of $1.5 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2007.

Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan and South Korea. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's World Wide Web site, which is located at www.activision.com.

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Activision Press Release (May 02, 2008)

Multi-Platinum Alternative Rockers Coldplay Debut New Single as Part of Downloadable Songpack for Guitar Hero(R) III: Legends of Rock

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Jun 13, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- The reflective and emotional chords of multi-award winning band Coldplay are making their debut on Activision, Inc.'s (Nasdaq:ATVI) Guitar Hero(R) III: Legends of Rock with the release of a three-track downloadable song pack.

Included in the song pack is the hit single "Violet Hill," from the band's highly anticipated new album, Viva la Vida, which is set for release on June 17, 2008. The pack also features Coldplay's first smash hit "Yellow" that earned them a legion of fans worldwide, as well as the upbeat and melodic tune "God Put a Smile Upon Your Face" from the Grammy(R) Award-winning album, A Rush of Blood to the Head. The Coldplay track pack will be available on June 19, 2008 for download on Xbox LIVE(R) Marketplace for Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and in the PLAYSTATION(R)Store for the PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system.

Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock offers the ultimate rock experience with new wireless guitars, freshly added content and features including a multiplayer action-inspired battle mode, grueling boss battles, a host of exclusive unlockable content and visually stunning rock venues. Expanded online multiplayer modes allow axe-shredders worldwide to compete head-to-head for true rock status as they riff through a star-studded soundtrack including master tracks by legendary artists such as Aerosmith, Guns 'N' Roses, The Rolling Stones, Beastie Boys, Rage Against the Machine and Pearl Jam, as well as original songs by guitar icons Slash and Tom Morello. Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock is now available and is rated "T" for Teen by the ESRB. For more information visit www.guitarhero.com.

About Activision, Inc.

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. Founded in 1979, Activision posted net revenues of $2.9 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2008.

Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan and South Korea. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's website, www.activision.com.

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Activision Press Release (June 13, 2008)

English Speed Metal Band DragonForce to Debut New Single as Part of Downloadable Track Pack for Guitar Hero(R) III: Legends of Rock

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Aug 19, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Known for their out-of-control riffs, fast paced songs and twin guitar solos, DragonForce will ascend the virtual stage once again to unleash "Heroes of Our Time" -- the debut single off their new album Ultra Beatdown -- in a three-song track pack for Activision Publishing, Inc.'s (Nasdaq: ATVI) Guitar Hero(R) III: Legends of Rock. The DragonForce track pack will be available on August 21, 2008 giving gamers the unique opportunity to download and play "Heroes of Our Time" in advance of the album release.

After experiencing the furious fret work of "Through the Fire and Flames," Guitar Hero(R) fans will have their shredding skills pushed to the limit with "Revolution Deathsquad" and "Operation Ground and Pound" from their third album Inhuman Rampage, in addition to "Heroes of Our Time," which will set players' fingers ablaze as they try to keep up with some of the most challenging riffs to date.

The three-song DragonForce Track Pack will be available for download on Xbox LIVE(R) Marketplace for Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and in the PLAYSTATION(R)Store for the PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system on August 21, 2008.

Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock offers the ultimate rock experience with new wireless guitars, freshly added content and features including a multiplayer action-inspired battle mode, grueling boss battles, a host of exclusive unlockable content and visually stunning rock venues. Expanded online multiplayer modes allow axe-shredders worldwide to compete head-to-head for true rock status as they riff through a star-studded soundtrack including master tracks by legendary artists such as Aerosmith, Guns 'N' Roses, The Rolling Stones, Beastie Boys, Rage Against the Machine and Pearl Jam, as well as original songs by guitar icons Slash and Tom Morello. Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock is now available and is rated "T" for Teen by the ESRB. For more information visit http://community.guitarhero.com.

About Activision Publishing, Inc.

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision, Publishing, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products.

Activision Publishing maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan and South Korea. More information about Activision Publishing and its products can be found on the company's website, http://www.activision.com.

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Activision Press Release (August 19, 2008)