EA Ships Highly Anticipated PC Expansion Pack Battlefield 1942: Secret Weapons of WWII

New Vehicles, Weapons Available for Use in 8 Massive Campaigns

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - September 3, 2003 - Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: ERTS) announced that Battlefield 1942™: Secret Weapons of WWII, the latest expansion pack for the award-winning Battlefield 1942 PC game series under the EA GAMES™ brand, is available in stores today. From cutting edge weapons to secret forces and clandestine locations, Secret Weapons of WWII will add a new level of drama and excitement to the Battlefield 1942 experience.

The expansion pack features powerful new vehicles and weapons rooted in World War II history and many never saw actual combat-until now. Players can put these weapons to use in eight massive World War II combat campaigns including Peenemüende, the V2 rocket research facility, and The Eagle's Nest, Hitler's hideaway. All new battlefields offer unique settings ranging from nightfall during the summer in Prague to a winter battle in Norway.

Developed by Swedish based Digital Illusions' Canadian office, Battlefield 1942: Secret Weapons of WWII for the PC is rated "T" (Teen) by the ESRB and has an MSRP of $29.99. The original Battlefield 1942 game is required to play Secret Weapons of WWII. More information can be found on the game's web site at www.battlefield1942.ea.com.

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