“GHOST IN THE SHELL(R): STAND ALONE
COMPLEX(TM)” GOES GOLD
Action Game Based on Hit Anime Series Coming to PlayStation(R)2 in November
CYPRESS, CA – October 18, 2004 – Bandai
America today announced that “Ghost in the Shell(R) : Stand Alone Complex(TM)”
has gone gold. Available exclusively for the PlayStation(R)2 computer
entertainment system, “Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex” is a fast-paced
action game based on the chart-topping television series of the same name by
anime legend Masamune Shirow. Slated for release on November 8, 2004, the game
is rated “M” for Mature by the ESRB, with a suggested retail price of $49.99.
“‘Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex’ is
easily one of the most action-packed games of 2004,” said John Soller of Bandai
America. “We have created a game with a thrilling storyline and tight,
satisfying gameplay that is sure to delight die-hard ‘Ghost in the Shell’ fans
and welcome newcomers to the universe of Major Kusanagi and her cybernetic
counterparts.”
“Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex”
lets players assume the role of “Major” Motoko Kusanagi, Section 9 officer Batou
or Think Tanks Tachikoma as they battle through an army of cybernetic enemies
and bring justice to the Tohoku Autonomous Region, a metropolis lost between
technology and humanity. Players can utilize either a cutting-edge arsenal of
firearms and explosives or deadly hand-to-hand combat to fight through the
enemies, and even hack into machinery and fallen enemies to solve puzzles and
gain an added advantage in battle. The game also features an exciting
multiplayer component, allowing up to four players to engage in competitive and
team-based play modes.
Other "Ghost in the Shell" Products coming
2004:
-
"Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex"
TV Series -
Premiering on the Cartoon Network November
6th 2004. -
Volumes 1 and 2 of the DVD available now
from Bandai Entertainment. -
"Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence"
The first anime movie ever selected to
compete for Palme D’Or at the Cannes Film Festival 2004. Limited theatrical
release in Fall 2004, distributed in the US by Dreamworks.
About Bandai America Incorporated
Bandai America Incorporated is a subsidiary
of Bandai Co. Ltd., the third largest toy company in the world, with 36
subsidiaries in 9 countries worldwide. Global interests include toys and
children’s entertainment, video game software, multimedia, music, full-length
feature films, vending machines, trading cards, candies and licensed apparel.
Bandai America Incorporated is the master toy
licensee of some of the most popular properties and brands in children’s toys
and entertainment, including the "Power Rangers," "Gundam, Teen Titans,"
"Strawberry Shortcake" and "Tamagotchi" product lines. Bandai America is
headquartered in Cypress, California and company information is available at
www.Bandai.com.
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