JOYTECH, a brand label of Mad Catz™ Interactive, Inc. (“Mad Catz” or “the Company”) (AMEX/TSX: MCZ), a leading third-party interactive entertainment accessory provider, announced today the release of the HDMI Trilink Switcher.  Designed to expand digital connections, the HDMI Trilink Switcher enables users to connect three HDMI compatible devices to one HDMI input on a TV or monitor display, eliminating the need to swap cables when changing media source.

The HDMI Trilink Switcher is ideal for use with the Xbox 360 Elite, PLAYSTATION 3, Blu-ray DVD players or high definition satellite and cable services. A simple Remote Control is included, allowing users to change media source without leaving the comfort of their sofas. The device can be hidden from view thanks to the unique ‘Magic Eye’ IR Receiver, which picks up commands from the Trilink Remote and hides under the TV set, enabling users to have a convenient and tidy setup.

The device supports High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP), True HD resolutions of up to 1080p, multi-channel digital audio and is powered via the included AC Adapter or the USB of the PLAYSTATION 3.

HDMI Trilink Switcher

• Connect multiple HDMI signal sources to one HDMI input on TV or display

• Easily switch between three HDMI devices

• Support full High Definition resolutions up to 1080p

• Three HDCP compliant HDMI 1.3 inputs provide a pure digital connection

• Remote Control included

London, UK – August 29, 2008 – Electronic Arts today announced that its new sci-fi survival horror game Dead Space™ will now be coming to stores on October 24th for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, the Xbox 360™ videogame and entertainment system, and October 31st for PC.
The decision to bring it to fans earlier was due to completing the game early. Having spent months of polishing, it will soon be ready to scare gamers across the UK.

Gamers can check out the newest trailers and get all the latest dev team news at the Dead Space website www.deadspacegame.com

Counting down the minutes to Spore’s launch next week? Now you can get one step closer to the next-big bang in gaming from the creator of The Sims by pre-loading the game direct from EA!

Starting today, gamers who pre-order the PC version of Spore from the EA Store (http://eastore.ea.com) can pre-load the game now and be among the first to start playing on the day of release.

Pre-loading Spore is available only for PC. For pre-ordering info about Spore for Mac, please visit www.greentreeonline.com . Spore Galactic Edition will be available as a boxed product-exclusive at retailers.

Once pre-ordered, you will see Spore in your EA Download Manager. You will then be able to download 99 percent of the game to your computer with the remaining part of the game to be downloaded upon the date of the game’s release. It will only take 30-60 minutes for the install to complete before you can begin conquering galaxies in Spore before anyone else! Please note that you will be charged for the game on the 28th of August and your statements will reflect this.

Spore ships on September 5 in Europe and Asia and on September 7 in North America.

Spore gives players their own personal universe in a box. Create and evolve life, establish tribes, build civilizations, sculpt entire worlds and explore a universe created by other gamers. Spore gives players a wealth of creative tools to customize nearly every aspect of their universe: creatures, vehicles, buildings, and even UFOs. Players can then seamlessly share their creations with the world or explore infinite new galaxies created by other gamers.

In addition to shipping for the PC, Spore will be available on the Mac, Nintendo DS and mobile phones.

For more information on the EA Download Manager, please visit the EA Store at: http://eastore.ea.com/store/ea/ContentTheme/pbPage

BLAZING LIZARD’S PIRATES VS. NINJAS DODGEBALL ABOUT TO BE UNLEASHED ON WII
Intense Dodgeball Rivalry to be Settled on Wii Courts Everywhere This Winter

LONDON, UK - August 28th, 2008 - Gamecock Media Group announced today that Blazing Lizard’s Pirates vs. NinjasT Dodgeball will release on Nintendo WiiT this winter.  The title features two ancient rivals, ninjas and pirates, along with several other teams, all looking to settle the score once and for all - on the dodgeball court.

“The competition between the Pirates and the Ninjas is so huge that battles are breaking out all over,” said Harry Miller, El Presidente of Gamecock Media Group.  “We’re happy to bring this grand conflict to the Wii, and give players the chance to help determine who the ultimate champions are.”

Pirates vs. Ninjas Dodgeball will have scurvy thieves squaring off against crafty martial artists in large, detailed arenas.  The game allows for up to eight players and offers a total of seven teams, including pirates, ninjas, robots and zombies plus three unannounced ball slingers.  Each team utilises its own unique techniques and strategies to try and ultimately defeat the enemies.  Unique to Wii version, the game will offer all-new story and challenge modes, along with several customised control schemes.

Mad Catz, a leading worldwide manufacturer, distributor and marketer of innovative peripherals for the interactive entertainment industry, has launched the Wii Dual Charging Fan Stand with Battery Packs and the Wii Power Solution. These innovative accessories keep Wii Remotes fully charged at all times and ready for hours of fun, saving gamers the expense of regular battery changes.

Wii Dual Charging Fan Stand with Battery Packs

This multipurpose stand stores the Wii console and controllers safely together in one tidy holder, keeping your system neat and organized at all times. The stand features a unique cooling fan to keep the Wii console at an optimal running temperature and a charger to ensure controllers are ready for the next gaming session. The Wii Dual Charging Fan Stand also comes with two rechargeable Battery Packs.

Wii Power Solution

The Wii Power Solution is a rechargeable battery pack that provides Wii controllers with up to fifteen hours of continuous power, eliminating the hassle and cost of constantly replacing the standard AA batteries. This lightweight, compact and durable power solution enables the user to conveniently charge the remote via the Wii or a PC using a USB port.