D3Publisher of America brings Aardman Animation’s Shaun the Sheep to Nintendo DS

June 16, 2008

D3Publisher of America brings Aardman
Animation’s Shaun the Sheep to Nintendo DS

D3Publisher announced today that it will bring
Aardman Animation’s award-winning series, Shaun the Sheep, exclusively to
Nintendo DS. Players will play as the loveable sheep, Shaun, as he tries to find
the rest of the flock before the Farmer arrives home. The game will feature the
fan-favorite characters, items and locations from the much-loved stop-motion
animated series on Disney Channel, as well as original content for all-new
experiences with Shaun and the rest of the flock. Gamers will explore areas
based on the series, unlock show-related items and work with other sheep to
maneuver around obstacles and access hidden areas. Shaun the Sheep is slated to
ship to retail stores in North America and Europe this fall.

"Shaun the Sheep is the only handheld videogame
based on the show and D3Publisher has worked very closely with Oscar
award-winning Aardman Animation to authentically bring the personality and humor
of the series and its characters to life," said Adam Roberts, European Managing
Director, D3P. "The pick-up and play gameplay will appeal to players of all ages
while delivering the sheep humor the series is known for that adults are sure to
enjoy."

In Shaun the Sheep, the sheep have escaped and
Shaun must find the rest of the flock before the Farmer comes home. Gamers will
play as Shaun and interact with favorite characters such as Shirley, Timmy,
Bitzer and more as they adventure through their favorite scenes and explore
areas from the series like the junk pile, the sheep pool and the circus tent.
Players will utilize the DS touch screen and microphone as they experience three
different gameplay modes: Story Mode, Mini-game Mode and Collection Mode and
maneuver around obstacles, access hidden areas, and try their hand at eight
unlockable mini-games and eight collectible slide puzzles. Five "micro" games
will offer players more interactivity and depth by showcasing memorable moments
from the show such as saving Timmy from the circus high wire or making a ball of
wool to distract Pidsley the cat!

Shaun the Sheep is under development by Art Co.,
Ltd. The game is currently rated "E" (Everyone – Comic Mischief) by the ESRB.