GUITAR HERO: ON TOUR EXPLODES ONTO NINTENDO DS THIS SUMMER

New Game Introduces Revolutionary Guitar Hero(tm) Guitar Grip(tm)
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> Anytime, Anywhere Guitar Hero(r) Gameplay
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> SANTA MONICA, CA – March 20, 2008 – For the first time, handheld gamers
> will have the freedom to unleash their inner rock star anywhere, anytime
> with Activision, Inc.’s (Nasdaq: ATVI) upcoming Guitar Hero(r): On Tour
> for Nintendo DS(tm). The game will deliver a unique Guitar Hero(r)
> experience by challenging handheld gamers to rock out and prove their
> shredding skills on the most diverse set list of master tracks ever
> offered in a Guitar Hero game, including classic rock, alternative and
> pop favorites such as Nirvana, OK Go and No Doubt.
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> The game will be packaged with a revolutionary Guitar Hero(tm) Guitar
> Grip(tm) peripheral that fits snugly into the DS and a unique Guitar
> Hero pick-stylus that brings a new dimension to handheld gaming and the
> core gameplay that defines Guitar Hero. Guitar Hero: On Tour has been
> designed specifically for the DS platform and will offer the DS audience
> an all-new compelling music experience.
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> “We are continuing to introduce new and exciting ways to bring music to
> audiences with Guitar Hero,” said Dusty Welch, head of publishing for
> Activision/RedOctane. “The Guitar Hero Guitar Grip redefines how games
> can be played on handheld systems and the integration of the microphone
> and touch screen gameplay on the DS, further illustrates Guitar Hero’s
> leadership in delivering the most unique and creative quality hardware
> and software on the market.”
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> “We’re designing Guitar Hero: On Tour from the ground up to take full
> advantage of the DS platform by integrating signature gameplay with
> fresh new content and DS specific features,” said Karthik Bala, CEO of
> Vicarious Visions. “We’ve taken all of our learnings on the DS platform
> to date and pushed it to the limits to create a truly innovative Guitar
> Hero experience.”
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> Guitar Hero: On Tour continues to build on the franchise’s signature
> easy-to-play, yet difficult to master addictive gameplay, and now lets
> players take their experience on the road wherever they go. Players
> use the Guitar Hero pick-stylus on the touch screen to strum their
> favorite tunes and create their rock ‘n’ roll legacy in career mode.
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> Fans can also join together to play co-op mode using a local wireless
> network, or battle each other in a Guitar Duel using new Battle Items
> unique to the DS platform. For example, players must blow into the
> microphone to extinguish a pyrotechnics effects gone wrong, or use the
> touch screen to autograph a crazed fan’s shirt in the middle of their
> set.
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> Featuring five unlockable new venues, the game lets players personalize
> their experience by choosing the color of their axe of choice, selecting
> to play as one of six characters — two of which are all new and
> exclusive to Guitar Hero: On Tour – and outfitting their guitarist in
> numerous styles.
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> Guitar Hero: On Tour is being developed by Vicarious Visions for the
> Nintendo DS. The game is rated “E 10+” (Everyone 10 and older) by the
> ESRB and is scheduled for release this summer. For more information,
> visit www.guitarheroontour.com .
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> About Activision, Inc.
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> 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.
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> 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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