SANTA MONICA, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --The nanite threat is
mounting and it's up to you to save the world in Activision
Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard,
Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) and Cartoon Network Enterprises'
Generator Rex: Agent of Providence, a new video game based on
the wildly popular Generator Rex television series.
The game, which combines classic combat and action gameplay is
available now for Nintendo DS™ and Nintendo 3DS™ hand-held systems,
Wii™ system from Nintendo, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment
system, and the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from
Microsoft.
Generator Rex: Agent of Providence allows players to step into
the shoes of Rex Salazar, the hero
of Cartoon Network's original action-adventure television series.
Rex controls mutation-inducing "Nanites" that make him a valuable
member of Providence, a worldwide
force that reins in out-of-control E.V.O.s (Exponentially
Variegated Organisms). Whether he is crafting "Builds" or curing
the dangerous mutations of others, Rex's powers are truly
amazing!
As Rex's abilities evolve he unlocks awe-inspiring "Omega
Builds". With this newfound power he must leap into action to take
on terrifying bosses, including the diabolical Van Kleiss! Players will also meet Rex's allies
Bobo Haha, Agent Six and
Providence's leader, the White
Knight. Throughout the game, Rex faces enemies in environments such
as the underwater world of Aquania and the private dimension of the
nefarious Breach. In addition to the main campaign, gamers will
engage in time trials and a variety of level-specific challenges.
For an agent of Providence with
powers matched by no one else, there's always more adventure to be
had!
Generator Rex: Agent of Providence is available now on Xbox
360, PlayStation®3 system and Nintendo 3DS for $39.99 and on Wii™ and Nintendo DS™ at
$29.99. This game is rated "E10+ for
Everyone 10 and older" by the ESRB. For more info, please visit
www.activision.com and www.generator-rex.com.
About Cartoon Network Enterprises
Cartoon Network Enterprises (CNE) is responsible for building
consumer products and merchandising programs for a wide range of
brands by securing and supporting long-term licensing partnerships
across all categories. As the global branding and merchandising arm
of Cartoon Network and Adult Swim, the division manages the
consumer product programs for the networks' award-winning original
programming, brands and characters including Ben 10, Generator
Rex, Chowder, The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack, Adventure
Time, Adult Swim and more. CNE also serves as the exclusive
global licensing agent for the full portfolio of brands from Spin
Master Ltd., as well as Nelvana Enterprises and Spin Master for the
award-winning Bakugan brand and the PGA of America for the
youth marketplace.
Cartoon Network (CartoonNetwork.com), currently seen in more
than 99 million U.S. homes and 166 countries around the world, is
Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.'s ad-supported cable service now
available in HD offering the best in original, acquired and classic
entertainment for youth and families. Nightly from
9 p.m. to 6 a.m. (ET, PT), Cartoon
Network shares its channel space with Adult Swim, a late-night
destination showcasing original and acquired animated and
live-action series for young adults 18-34.
Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., a Time Warner company, creates
and programs branded news, entertainment, animation and young adult
media environments on television and other platforms for consumers
around the world.
About Activision Publishing, Inc.
Headquartered in Santa Monica,
California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading
worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive
entertainment and leisure products.
Activision Publishing maintains operations in the U.S.,
Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, Norway, Denmark, the
Netherlands, Australia,
Russia, Japan, South
Korea, China and the region
of Taiwan. More information about
Activision and its products can be found on the company's website,
www.activision.com.
©2011 Activision Publishing, Inc. Activision is a registered
trademark of Activision Publishing, Inc. "PlayStation" is a
registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. © 2011
Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox
360, Xbox LIVE and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft
group of companies and are used under license from Microsoft. Wii,
Nintendo DS, Nintendo 3DS are trademarks of Nintendo. All other
trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective
owners. All rights reserved.
For More Info, Contact:
Amanda Young
Sandbox Strategies
212.213.2451 ext. 227
Amanda@sandboxstrat.com
SOURCE Activision Publishing, Inc.