SANTA MONICA, Calif., March 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The battle rages on, as Activision Publishing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ATVI) and Treyarch today announced the Call of Duty(R): World at War Map Pack 1 is now available for download on Xbox 360(TM) and PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system. Players will fight through the burning streets of Berlin in "Nightfire," take position in the deadly jungles of "Knee Deep" and carefully traverse the bombed out underground of "Station." The Call of Duty: World at War Map Pack 1 will also add another heart-pounding chapter to the four-player co-op Nazi Zombie mode with "Verruckt" (Zombie Asylum).

The map pack is available on Xbox LIVE(R) Marketplace for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft for 800 Microsoft Points and on the PlayStation(R)Store for the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system for $9.99. The Call of Duty: World at War Map Pack 1 will be made available for Windows(R) PC at a future date to be announced.

Nightfire

Fire-bombed Berlin provides the backdrop for "Nightfire," an intense battlefield for mid to large-scale team games. Shelled buildings and ruins of the city provide coverage among the war-ravaged streets, and the flames of the burning city expose the enemy running through the night. Fight for your life knowing that this fiery urban battlefield may soon be your grave.

Station

"Station" offers a bombed out underground train station littered with destroyed subway cars, hidden passageways, loading platforms and second story overlooks to use to your advantage against any number of enemies. Ideal for dominating Capture the Flag and other team games, this map provides you with a wide range of combat options from close range choke points to hidden sniper spots.

Knee Deep

"Knee Deep" takes place on the island of Peleliu in a once tranquil village turned chaotic Japanese command center. You and your squad will fight through the jungle, wading knee-deep in streams, in order to retrieve valuable intel and take battle positions in fortified Japanese bunkers all to secure an important communication center. The harsh jungles of "Knee Deep" are perfect for tactical team games and all-out assaults on multiple enemy positions.

Verruckt (Zombie Asylum)

The fan favorite 4-player co-op Nazi Zombies Bonus Mode returns with "Verruckt," a terrifying Zombie asylum located in the outskirts of Berlin. Players are split into pairs, in the challenge to find each other for survival. Featuring more weapons, and perks via the addition of Perks-a-Cola machines, electroshock defenses and the endless Nazi Zombie horde, "Verruckt" will push you to the edge of your sanity.

Call of Duty: World at War is rated "M" (Mature) by the ESRB for Intense Violence, Strong Language, Blood and Gore. For more information and exclusive updates about Call of Duty: World at War, visit www.callofduty.com.

Source: Activision Publishing, Inc.

A New Generation of Fear Arrives as Capcom(R) Ships Resident Evil 5. The Fear You Can't Forget is Here as one of the Most Highly Anticipated Games of the Year Ships on Xbox 360(R) and PLAYSTATION(R)3 Syste.

SAN MATEO, Calif., March 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Capcom(R), a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced that Resident Evil(R) 5 has shipped to all North American retailers for the Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system. Players across the nation will now be able to experience the fear they will never forget, as the most highly anticipated game of the year launches today. Resident Evil 5 has been rated M for Mature by the ESRB and has a suggested retail price of $59.99 at all major retailers across North America.

"With record-breaking downloadable demo numbers on both Xbox LIVE and PlayStation(R) Network and critics across the board singing the game's praises, Resident Evil 5 is poised for a very successful launch," said Mona Hamilton, vice president, marketing, Capcom Entertainment. "The new two-player co-op experience, variety of control options, new storyline and advanced inventory system have created a revolutionary new action-packed Resident Evil game that both fans and newcomers to the series will love."

Winning numerous awards and critical praise since it was first announced, Resident Evil 5 is one of the most talked about and anticipated games of the year. Its most recent success has come in the form of early review scores, as press across the nation have praised the quality and intensity of the title. Game Informer honored the game with "Game of the Month" status and an impressive 9.5/10 review score in its latest issue. PlayStation: The Official Magazine rated Resident Evil 5 with a perfect five-out-of-five score, remarking that "RE5 takes the co-op experience to a new level and reinvigorates the survival horror genre in the process."

For the latest news, assets and information on Resident Evil 5, check out Capcom's official press site at www.press.capcom.com.

About Resident Evil 5

From the ashes of old conflicts, a new terror arises. The Umbrella Corporation and its crop of lethal viruses have been destroyed and contained. But a new, more dangerous threat has emerged. Years after surviving the events in Raccoon City, Chris Redfield has been fighting the scourge of bio-organic weapons all over the world. Now a member of the Bio-terrorism Security Assessment Alliance (BSAA), Chris is sent to Africa to investigate a biological agent that is transforming the populace into aggressive and disturbing creatures. Joined by another local BSAA agent, Sheva Alomar, the two must work together to solve the truth behind the disturbing turn of events. Featuring a revolutionary new co-op mode of gameplay, Resident Evil 5 will let players experience fear together as terror moves out of the shadows and into the light of day.

Co-producer and series veterans Jun Takeuchi (Lost Planet) and Masachika Kawata (Resident Evil 4 Wii Edition, Resident Evil: Umbrella Chronicles) unleash an unprecedented level of fear for the new generation in Resident Evil 5, the sequel to one of the highest-rated videogames in history according to Metacritic.com and Gamerankings.com. Promising to revolutionize the series by delivering an unbelievable level of detail, realism and control, Resident Evil 5 is certain to bring new fans to the series. Incredible changes to both the gameplay and world of Resident Evil make this a must-have game for gamers across the globe.

The Resident Evil series has sold over 34 million units since the original game was released in 1996 and has spawned a multi-million dollar trilogy of films from Sony Pictures. The latest installment of the game, Resident Evil 5, promises to revolutionize the series just as Resident Evil 4 did.

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including best-selling franchises Resident Evil(R), Street Fighter(R), Mega Man(R) and Devil May Cry(R). Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Tokyo, Hong Kong and Korea, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom can be found on the company web site, www.capcom.com.

Street Fighter is a registered trademark of Capcom U.S.A., Inc. Capcom, the Capcom logo, Resident Evil, Mega Man and Devil May Cry are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd., in the U.S. or other countries. "PlayStation", "PLAYSTATION", and "PS" Family logo are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Microsoft, Xbox 360, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

Source: Capcom

Gamer Doc(TM) Video Games Shows Impressive Growth at International Franchise Expo. Company Starts Out Year Strong, Opening Three Franchises in First Quarter.

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Gamer Doc(TM), the retail video game store franchise that delivers a new and interactive customer experience, will be exhibiting at the International Franchise Expo, March 20-22 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington D.C., in booth #622. Gamer Doc has started out the year strong, opening three franchises in the first quarter.

"Since we opened our first franchises in Los Angeles and Miami in late 2008, the response to the Gamer Doc concept and the innovative shopping experience we are bringing to retail has been tremendous," said Jim Belanger, president of Gamer Doc. "Between January 1 and March 1 of 2009, we opened Gamer Doc franchises in Burlington, Ontario; Springfield, Pennsylvania; and Bear, Delaware. This year is going to be an exciting one for us as we continue to extend our footprint across North America."

Gamer Doc is more than a video game store; it is an entertainment center, featuring "Gamer Centers" for Xbox 360(R), PlayStation3(R) and Wii(R), making it easy for customers to find the games, consoles and accessories they are looking for. Gamer Doc also sells flat-panel HD monitors and cables, offers console and disc repairs, and the knowledgeable staff can show customers how to hook-up their systems for optimum game play.

Designed to provide an enjoyable shopping experience for everyone, Gamer Doc customers who know what they want can come in and buy, rent, sell, pre-order or trade-in games, drop off a console or game for repair, and be in and out of the store quickly, while those who are new to gaming or want to browse, can take their time and have all of their questions answered.

"Our franchisees are very excited to be part of the video game industry, which continues to experience robust sales even in this sluggish economy," Belanger said. "More and more consumers of all ages, from kids to parents to senior citizens, are choosing video games as the best value and the most fun for their entertainment dollar."

Source: Gamer Doc