"Namco has consistently produced some of the strongest brands in our industry," said Frank Sagnier, vice president of EA Distribution in Europe. "We look forward to helping Namco expand their business by bringing new and existing franchises to the Xbox and NINTENDO GAMECUBE consumers in Europe and other PAL territories."

Kevin Yanagihara, Director of Namco Limited, said, "EA's strong presence and market leadership together with their ability to launch major franchises, make them the best choice to help Namco bring these exciting franchises to new platforms."

About Namco Limited

Namco Limited (TSE:9752) is a Tokyo-based world leader in the high-tech entertainment industry. Committed to providing the ultimate entertainment experience, Namco uses cutting-edge technology and advanced electronics to take their theme parks, arcades, and home video games far beyond traditional entertainment.

About Electronic Arts

Electronic Arts (Nasdaq: ERTS), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is the world's leading interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, Electronic Arts posted revenues of more than $1.7 billion for fiscal 2002. The company develops, publishes and distributes software worldwide for the Internet, personal computers and video game systems. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EA SPORTSTM, EA GAMESTM, EA SPORTS BIG™ and EA.COMSM. More information about EA's products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at http://www.info.ea.com.