Sony Online Entertainment Inc. (SOE) today announced that EverQuest II has shipped to North American retail stores. EverQuest II is the highly-anticipated follow-up to Sony Online Entertainment's EverQuest. More than 100,000 people have already pre-ordered EverQuest II in hopes of being among the first to experience this massive gaming phenomenon.

Publisher Strategy First and developer Guild Software announced that the much anticipated MMORPG Vendetta Online ships to retail stores nationwide today.

THQ and JAKKS Pacific today announced the release of the newest edition to the critically acclaimed SmackDown! franchise, "WWE SmackDown! Vs. RAW." Available exclusively for the PS2, "WWE SmackDown! Vs. RAW" features a number of game enhancements new to the wrestling genre -- including online play, the addition of superstar voice over and several new gameplay mechanics.

Tecmo announced today that the latest installment in its popular survival horror series, Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Director's Cut on the Xbox, has shipped, lurking into retail stores nationwide throughout the week. The new Director's Cut version promises to be twice the terror with the addition of two new spooky modes, a creepy new setting, a variety of unlockable costumes, enhanced graphics and sound, and a never before seen ending.

Ubisoft today announced that Chessmaster is now available in North America for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft. Chessmaster is the first chess program available for Xbox where players will be able to improve their chess skills. Chess fans will be able to challenge other players and receive a player ranking via Xbox Live.

Majesco today announced it has shipped Texas Hold 'Em for Game Boy Advance. The perfect gift for poker fans on the move, Majesco's Texas Hold Em allows players to practice and play against up to 10 computer players anywhere they can take a Game Boy Advance.

THQ, Pixar Animation Studios and Disney Interactive today announced the release of "The Incredibles" videogame based on the upcoming Walt Disney Pictures presentation of a Pixar Animation Studios film, "The Incredibles." "The Incredibles" has shipped for the PS2, Xbox, GameCube, Game Boy Advance, and PC/Mac.

The wait is over! Fans of the award-winning, best selling Horse and Musket: Great Battles of the Eighteenth Century will be quite pleased to learn that the long awaited sequel, Dragoon: The Prussian War Machine, is now available in stores or online order.

Stateside soccer fans can now experience an international match on U.S. soil as Codemasters today announced that Manchester United Soccer 2005 is now shipping to select retail outlets nationwide for PC-DVD. Now American enthusiasts can experience what it is like to bring home a championship with the boys from “across the pond.”

Namco announced today that its turn-based role-playing game, The Nightmare of Druaga: Fushigino dungeon has shipped to North American retail outlets. Based on the 1984 classic The Tower of Druaga, The Nightmare of Druaga: Fushigino dungeon sends players on a valiant quest of bravery exclusively for the PlayStation2.

inXile entertainment today announced that The Bard's Tale, its eagerly anticipated action-role playing game (RPG) for the PlayStation 2 and Xbox video game system, is shipping to retail outlets in North America today. The title is being distributed by Vivendi Universal Games.

Konami America today announced that Yu-Gi-Oh! Capsule Monster Coliseum for PlayStation2 and Yu-Gi-Oh! Destiny Board Traveler for Game Boy Advance have shipped to retail stores nationwide.

Namco announced today its new rhythm-based drum game, TAIKO: Drum Master, has shipped to North American retail outlets. Developed by Namco Ltd. in Japan, TAIKO: Drum Master is available exclusively for the PlayStation2.

Rise of Nations: Gold Edition includes both the award-winning Rise of Nations and the critically acclaimed expansion pack, Rise of Nations: Thrones and Patriots.

Rockstar Games is proud to announce that Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas has shipped to retail stores in North America. Developed by Rockstar North, Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is available exclusively for the PlayStation2. Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas will be in stores in Europe on October 29th, 2004.

Ubisoft today announced that Pacific Fighters for the PC is now shipping to retailers. Pacific Fighters is available for a suggested retail price of £34.99.

SEGA today announced the launch of Otogi 2: Immortal Warriors for the Xbox. Called "the best Japanese-developed Xbox game to date" by EGM, Otogi 2: Immortal Warriors features an unparalleled visual presentation and the addition of five new playable characters.

Ubisoft today announced that Ape Escape: Pumped & Primed has shipped for the PS2 in North America. Those wacky simians are back in the next installment of the highly popular Ape Escape franchise! A tournament-style game, Ape Escape: Pumped & Primed unleashes players into a fast-paced sports marathon across two action-packed game modes.

Buena Vista Interactive announced today its much-anticipated action adventure game, "TRON 2.0: Killer App," has shipped for Game Boy Advance to North American retail outlets. "TRON 2.0: Killer App" will also ship for the Xbox in early November.

Sony Online Entertainment today announced that it has shipped PlanetSide: Aftershock, the definitive PlanetSide collection. Featuring PlanetSide (the original game that defined the massively-multiplayer online action genre), the PlanetSide: Core Combat expansion pack, and the new BattleFrame Robotics (BFRs) action pack, PlanetSide: Aftershock is the ultimate adrenaline rush for any online action enthusiast.

The Adventure Company today announced that Atlantis Evolution has shipped to North American retailers. AE is the first installment of a new series that features a range of engaging and challenging puzzles to solve across five fascinating destinations. This story driven adventure introduces a cast of highly imaginative and uniquely stylized characters in addition to a profound exploration of Atlantis.

Atari announced the newest addition to the popular Scrabble interactive franchise has shipped to retail stores nationwide. The beloved game found in one out of three American homes, Scrabble is a game that spans many generations. Scrabble Online for Windows offers the most complete interactive Scrabble experience to date with seven different ways for people to enjoy the game they love including solo play, online matches, email games, mini-games and customizable options.

Majesco today announced it has shipped its action-horror sequel, BloodRayne 2. Supporting the product's introduction is the BloodRayne 2/Headbangers Ball Launch Event on October 21, 2004 from the House of Blues in Los Angeles.

NCsoft announced the release of Lineage II: The Chaotic Chronicle Collectors DVD Edition, which will begin to appear on retail store shelves this week throughout the United States and Canada. Lineage II, popular with player-versus-player fans, provides gamers with a sprawling, visually-stunning, fantasy world. Lineage II allows players to take on solo adventures or join with gamers from around the world to battle fierce dragons, take part in heroic struggles and lay siege to majestic castles.

Midway today announced Midway Arcade Treasures 2, a compilation of 20 classic Midway arcade games together on one disk, has shipped to select retailers nationwide. Midway Arcade Treasures 2 is now available for the PlayStation2, Xbox and the Nintendo GameCube with a suggested retail price of $19.99.