BECOME THE STAR OF THE FASHION WORLD IN NINTENDO PRESENTS: NEW STYLE BOUTIQUE 2 – FASHION FORWARD FOR NINTENDO 3DS ON NOVEMBER 21

Manage a successful boutique in a bustling city and take on varied new jobs – style clients’ hair, apply their make-up, design clothes, and hit the catwalk

September 24, 2015 – Coming exclusively to Nintendo 3DS family systems on November 21, Nintendo presents: New Style Boutique 2 – Fashion Forward gives players the opportunity to rise to the top of the fashion world as the manager of their very own boutique. The fun goes far beyond the shop floor, as players can also let their creativity loose in four additional roles: hair stylist, make-up artist, model, and designer.

This third instalment in the fashion simulation series lets budding fashionistas run their very own chic boutique in the bustling Beaumonde City, home to hundreds of colourful personalities. Characters visit the shop and describe what they’re looking for, and it’s up to the player to pick out the perfect look, choosing from 19,000 items like casual dresses, eye-catching t-shirts, and those all-important accessories including bags and earrings. Make the right recommendation and the customer will leave thrilled, sure to spread the word!

On top of the thousands of in-game items with which to style customers, there are special pieces that can only be unlocked by tapping compatible amiibo during gameplay*, including Peach’s Princess Crown, Mario’s M-Hat and Yoshi’s Egg Hooded Jacket. New items will also be available to download after the game’s launch, while regular online themed contests will challenge stylists to show off their very best outfits. Couture connoisseurs can even organise their own contests for other players to join – perfect for finding inspiration and comparing ensembles.

In addition to the fun shop management gameplay of previous titles, four exciting new professions await dedicated followers of fashion, with the freedom to switch between them whenever they like:

• Hair stylist and make-up artist: Styling clients goes far beyond clothes, with a huge range of make-up looks to apply at the beautician’s and countless creative hairstyles to delight customers at the hair salon.

• Designer: Imaginative style enthusiasts can build their very own fashion house by designing a unique clothing and accessories line. Fashion labels are always on the lookout for up-and-coming designers, and often commission new items to complement their existing collection – a great opportunity to get noticed and spread the word about the boutique.

• Model: Players can also show off their sartorial savvy as a model for in-game brands, each with its own vision and needs. It’s all about pairing the right outfit with flawless hair and make-up, then bringing it all together with the perfect pose. Images from photo shoots might even appear on billboards and advertisements around the city for everyone to admire!

Lastly, a retreat from the hustle and bustle of the fashion world awaits at Caprice Chalet. Here, anyone with a taste for decorating can transform the rooms of a dollhouse into anything from a relaxing bedroom to a trendy boutique, then share them online or with other players met via StreetPass.

Nintendo presents: New Style Boutique 2 – Fashion Forward will be available in Australia and New Zealand from November 21, exclusively for Nintendo 3DS family systems. On the same day, a set of elegant white Cover Plates for New Nintendo 3DS consoles will also be available.

* The Nintendo NFC Reader / Writer accessory, available from October 3, is required to use amiibo on Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL and Nintendo 2DS systems.

Additional Links:

Nintendo Australia Website: http://www.nintendo.com.au
Nintendo Australia Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAUNZ
Nintendo Australia Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NintendoAUNZ
Nintendo AU on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/nintendoau

ACTIVISION’S NEW BEHIND-THE-SCENES VIDEO EXPLORES CAPTURING THE PROS OF TONY HAWK’S^® PRO SKATER^™ 5

SANTA MONICA, Calif. – Sept. 23, 2015 – Activision Publishing, Inc. has shared the third behind-the-scenes trailer for Tony Hawk’s^® Pro Skater^™ 5. “The Skaters, Pt. 2” looks at the many varied techniques developer Robomodo is using to capture the look and feel of the sport and its top pros. It also explores the challenges of balancing the classic arcade style of Pro Skater’s legacy with the power of modern consoles.

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 5 rekindles the offbeat style of classic Pro Skater games in a brand-new set of levels with the same over-the-top focus on daring objectives, tight controls and endless shredding for high scores. Jump in and out of online sessions with up to 20 players at a time to complete missions, unlock new content, and take on challengers in head-to-head matches (online play exclusive to the PlayStation^®4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One). The game includes tools for players to create and share their own skateparks. It also features ten of the world’s top pros: Tony Hawk, Nyjah Huston, Aaron “Jaws” Homoki, Ishod Wair, Leticia Bufoni, Riley Hawk, Chris Cole, Lizzie Armanto, David Gonzalez and Andrew Reynolds.

“Activision and Robomodo have really worked closely with the pros to make sure Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 5 feels true to the original series, and that is obvious when you’re playing,” said Tony Hawk. “There is a great mix of styles and personalities in the game – and it’s a blast to see each skater represented to the last detail.”

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 5 is expected to launch on PlayStation^®4 and Xbox One in North America on Sept. 29, 2015 for $59.99. The game is also scheduled to release without online play on Xbox 360 and the PlayStation^®3 computer entertainment system on Nov. 10 for $39.99. Join the community on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TonyHawkGames and on Twitter and Instagram @tonyhawkgames.

About Robomodo

Robomodo is a game development studio specializing in AAA games for all console and mobile platforms. Experienced in designing original IP and innovating on established franchises, Robomodo combines solid game design with distinctive artistic styles.

About Disruptive Games

Based in Berkeley, CA, Disruptive Games is an independent studio with a mission to create innovative and exceptional games. Disruptive specializes in connected experiences for all types of games, even genres that have historically been offline. Additional information about Disruptive Games can be found online at www.disruptivegames.net.

About Activision Publishing, Inc.

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading global producer and publisher of interactive entertainment. Activision maintains operations throughout the world. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company’s website, http://www.activision.com or by following @Activision.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-looking Statements: Information in this press release that involves Activision Publishing’s expectations, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future, including statements about Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 5, are forward-looking statements that are not facts and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause Activision Publishing’s actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements set forth in this release include unanticipated product delays and other factors identified in the risk factors sections of Activision Blizzard’s most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The forward-looking statements in this release are based upon information available to Activision Publishing and Activision Blizzard as of the date of this release, and neither Activision Publishing nor Activision Blizzard assumes any obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements believed to be true when made may ultimately prove to be incorrect. These statements are not guarantees of the future performance of Activision Publishing or Activision Blizzard and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond its control and may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations.

TONY HAWK IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF TONY HAWK, INC. Game ©2015 Activision Publishing, Inc. ACTIVISION is a registered trademark and PRO SKATER is a trademark of Activision Publishing, Inc. “PS4” is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners.

Send Evil Back Into The Underworld With Extreme Exorcism 

Paranormal Platformer Launches on PC, Mac, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®3, Wii U and Xbox One 

September 23, 2015 – What an excellent day for an exorcism as paranormal platformer and action party game Extreme Exorcism launches today on PlayStation®3, PlayStation®4, Wii U, Xbox One via the ID@Xbox self-publishing program, and PC and Mac via Steam. Developed by indie team Golden Ruby Games and published by Ripstone Publishing, Extreme Exorcism is available for $12.99 and has players take on the role of Extreme Exorcist Mae Barrons – whose unconventional ghost-removal skills are called upon when everything and everyone else has failed to rid a haunted house of its ghostly presence.

It takes a special exorcist to combat these poltergeists because each time a spirit is eliminated another will mimic Mae’s prior movements, weapon fires and dodges. With Extreme Exorcism, players are their own worst enemy and the longer they survive, the more chaotic the game becomes.

To help send ghosts back to the underworld for good, players are equipped with a lethal arsenal of more than 20 ghost-busting weapons, including swords, guns, grenades, mines, rocket launchers, razor-sharp boomerangs, lightning spells and Kung-Fu moves. Exorcists need all the firepower they can obtain, as they’ll face 50 challenges, a single player story mode and local multiplayer with up-to four players, which includes both Co-op and Deathmatch modes.

For more information on the game please visit the Golden Ruby Games website and Facebook page.

Keep a close eye on the Golden Ruby Games and Ripstone Twitter feeds for game updates and sneak peeks – you never know what might be lurking in the shadows.

You can see Mae in action right now in the Extreme Exorcism press kit.

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About Golden Ruby Games:

Golden Ruby Games is an indie developer and two man super-team located in the vibrant New York City indie games scene. Founded in 2012 and dedicated to making unique and memorable games, Golden Ruby plans to position itself as one of the stand out development houses in New York and in the US. Their previous console title Hermit Crab In Space, and mobile titles Worm Run and Destroy All Color have all received critical acclaim. Now, the Golden Ruby Games team look forward to releasing their third title; Extreme Exorcism on PC and next-gen consoles, which will be published by Ripstone in 2015.

For more information on Golden Ruby Games please visit their website: www.goldenrubygames.com 

About Ripstone:

Ripstone® Publishing is an independent UK based games publisher specialising in digital distribution.

Ripstone’s ethos is built on honesty, integrity and trust, founded in 2011 in order to create a bespoke service for independent game developers.

Publishing video games on a number of different platforms including handheld and home consoles, PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Android; Ripstone is best known for games such as Ironcast, Stick It To The Man, Pure Chess, Pure Pool, Big Sky Infinity, Men’s Room Mayhem & the award-winning Knytt Underground. http://www.ripstone.com