TDK Mediactive announced today that all landlubbers should beware ... pirates are on the loose! "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl" has shipped for the Game Boy Advance handheld system. Based on Disney's major live action film for Summer 2003, "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl" will be available at retail outlets throughout North America.

Strategy First announced today that the first expansion pack for Disciples II: Dark Prophecy, Disciples II: Guardians of the Light, has shipped to retail stores nationwide. “We are very happy to be giving Disciples fans even more to get excited about,” said Don McFatridge, President Strategy First Inc. “Guardians of the Light will have die hard fans coming back for more and will give newcomers to the franchise a chance to experience the Disciples world we love so much.”

In advance of the June 20th release of Universal Pictures' highly anticipated film version of one of Marvel Comics' most memorable and popular Super Hero series, Vivendi Universal Games has begun shipping to retailers its critically acclaimed, groundbreaking interactive game The Hulk, for the PC, PlayStation2, Xbox and GameCube.

Vivendi Universal Games announced today that Bruce Lee: Return of the Legend for the Nintendo Game Boy Advance will ship May 15, 2003 to Wal-Mart retail stores nationwide. Bruce Lee: Return of the Legend combines stealth and platform elements with classic Bruce Lee fighting action in a dramatic movie-like story line. The game's release marks the first time Bruce Lee fans will be able to play as a character based on the world-renowned martial arts legend on a handheld video game console. We got some new screens to go along with that ...

Rockstar Games, the world-renowned publishing division of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc has started shipping Grand Theft Auto: Vice City for the PC. Grand Theft Auto: Vice City is set to be in stores May 13th in North America and May 16th in Europe.

Simon & Schuster Interactive announced today Crowd Control Productions' (CCP), highly anticipated massive multiplayer online game (MMOG) "EVE Online: The Second Genesis" has shipped to retail in North America and will be arriving at retailers over the next several days (Rated "T" by the ESRB; $49.95 estimated street with one month online time included).

Atari announced today that worldwide retail orders for Enter the Matrix for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, the Xbox video game system from Microsoft, the Nintendo GameCube and personal computer (PC) have surpassed 4 million copies. The game will be available worldwide on May 15, in conjunction with the release of the highly anticipated second installment of the Matrix film trilogy, The Matrix Reloaded.

Digital Leisure announced today the release of a remastered version of the American Laser Games' smash arcade hit Mad Dog 2: The Lost Gold. The race with the notorious outlaw Mad Dog McCree and his gang of henchmen to the lost Spanish treasure now features superior video quality and is compatible with the full range of Windows operating systems.

Konami of America, Inc. announced today that Yu-Gi-Oh! Worldwide Edition: Stairway to the Destined Duel for Nintendo Game Boy Advance has shipped to retail outlets nationwide. The latest installment in the best-selling Yu-Gi-Oh! video game series, Worldwide Edition brings to life the enormously popular Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game with stunning accuracy. Worldwide Edition features more than 1,000 game cards and updated Trading Card Game rules. As an added bonus Worldwide Edition comes with three powerful limited-edition Trading Game Cards only available with the game: Harpie's Feather Duster, Sinister Serpent and Valkyrion The Magna Warrior.

Publisher Strategy First and developer Just Flight Games announced today that The Dam Busters, their add-on for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2000/2002 and/or Microsoft Combat Flight Simulator 2, has shipped to retail stores nationwide. “The Dam Busters brings one of Europe’s most historical raids to life on the PC,” says Steve Milburn, Director of Marketing for Strategy First Inc. “Any fan of MSFS® and MSCFS® will enjoy this game.”

Capcom today announced the release of Auto Modellista, the highly anticipated online racing action for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system. Auto Modellista is the first true cell-shaded online racing game to utilize SEGA Network Application Package (SNAP) technology for networked gameplay. The online feature in Auto Modellista provides players the option of racing head-to-head with eight driving opponents online. Auto Modellista is rated ‘E’ for everyone by the ESRB (Entertainment Software Rating Board) and is now available at retailers across North America... Electronic Arts today announced that The Sims for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft and the Nintendo GameCube has shipped. Players can create and control their Sims like never before with level-based gameplay, two-player modes, and dynamic 3D graphics. The Sims for the Xbox and the Nintendo GameCube were developed by the company's Walnut Creek-based Maxis studio in conjunction with Austin-based, Edge of Reality, Ltd. and carries an ESRB rating of "T" for Teen.

The Adventure Company announced today it has shipped The Omega Stone: Riddle of the Sphinx II for the PC. The second in the Riddle of the Sphinx series, this title takes gamers on an incredible adventure. The Omega Stone sends intrepid explorers on a quest to prevent a terrible disaster prophesized by the ancients. Beautiful rendered scenery from Stonehenge, Easter Island, and the Lost City of Atlantis sets the tone for this evocative mystery.

For the very first time, handheld gamers can take on the role of the world’s toughest human fighting machine in Marvel’s The Invincible Iron Man for the Nintendo Game Boy Advance from Activision, Inc. As the crime fighting Super Hero, players experience the amazing powers of Marvel Comics’ Iron Man as they track down and recover his stolen battlesuit technology from archenemies Blizzard and Crimson Dynamo. Marvel’s The Invincible Iron Man is currently available at retail outlets nationwide for a suggested retail price of £29.99 and is rated 11+ by the ELSPA.

Encore today announced that Dragon's Lair 3D - Return to the Lair for the GameCube has begun shipping to retailers. This completely new, built-from-the-ground-up version of the classic Dragon's Lair™ arcade game - featuring legendary characters, great gameplay, and impressive imagery created by Don Bluth and Rick Dyer - retails for approximately $50 and carries a "Teen" rating. Read more for details and a few new screens ...

Electronic Arts has just announced they have started shipping The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers for Xbox and GameCube. Based on the JJR Tolkien's novel and recently released movie, The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers follows Aragorn, Legolas and Gimli as they go head to head with Sauron’s army. The game spans 13 missions, boss monsters covering the first two movies, and includes movie content such as scenes from the movie and interviews with the stars of the film. The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers is rated “T” for teen, and retails for around $49.99 USD.

THQ and Nickelodeon today announced the release of "SpongeBob SquarePants: Revenge of the Flying Dutchman" for the Nintendo GameCube. This underwater adventure is based on Nickelodeon's pop culture phenomenon, "SpongeBob SquarePants" -- the highest rated program on kids' TV -- drawing 61.5 million viewers per month, more than 21 million of them aged 18-49. "SpongeBob SquarePants: Revenge of the Flying Dutchman" for GameCube is now available at retailers nationwide.

Destructive combat wreaks havoc on Game Boy Advance as Majesco has shipped BattleBots: Beyond The BattleBox. Based on the popular and highly acclaimed "BattleBots" TV show, the game will be available at retail stores nationwide.

TDK Mediactive, Inc. announced today that "The Land Before Time: Big Water Adventure" has shipped for the PlayStation. Based on the upcoming December 10, 2002 home video release, The Land Before Time: Journey to Big Water, the new game introduces Mo the Ophtalmosaurus, a completely new character in The Land Before Time family. The action adventure game will be available at major retail outlets throughout North America and carries a suggested retail price of $9.99.

BAM! Entertainment today announced that it is shipping The Powerpuff Girls: Relish Rampage for the PlayStation 2 to North American and European retail outlets. This fast-paced, action-packed adventure marks the first time the popular trio will make their way to a 128-bit gaming system. Arriving in time for the holidays, The Powerpuff Girls: Relish Rampage is designed to appeal to kids of all ages with exciting high-speed action, straightforward controls and classic gameplay, capturing the sights and sounds of Cartoon Network's popular animated TV series. Airing daily on Cartoon Network, The Powerpuff Girls debuted in November 1998 and attracts nearly 19 million viewers per week. According to Cartoon Network, the series, created by Craig McCracken, consistently ranks among its top-rated programs across a wide range of demographics, including boys, girls, tweens, teens and even adults.

Universal Interactive, Inc. a studio of the Games division of Vivendi Universal Publishing (VU Games), announced that it will ship on November 29th “Spyro: Enter the Dragonfly” for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system to retailers nationwide. “Spyro: Enter the Dragonfly” was developed by Equinoxe Digital Entertainment and is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.

Interplay and Vivendi Universal today announced the arrival of Hunter: The Reckoning for the GameCube to retail establishments. Developed by High Voltage, Hunter: The Reckoning is an action game based on the characters and fiction found in the popular role-playing game Hunter: The Reckoning and the immersive World of Darkness created by White Wolf Publishing Inc. Bet you didn't reckon on ten new grabs from the GameCube version.

Ubi Soft Entertainment announced Dragon's Lair 3D: Return to the Lair for the Xbox and the PC has shipped to retail stores nationwide. Developed by Dragonstone Software, Dragon's Lair 3D features the same fun, pick-up-and-play gameplay that made the arcade version a blockbuster hit in 1983. Now gamers will be able to experience Dragon's Lair 3D with the highest quality graphics and sound available today. Dragon's Lair 3D is rated "T-Teen" and is available for a suggested retail price of $49.99 on Xbox and $29.99 on PC.

Midway Games Inc. announced today that Haven: Call Of The King, a groundbreaking action and fantasy console videogame, has shipped for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system. Haven: Call Of The King is also scheduled to ship for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft and Nintendo GameCubeTM in 2003. "Haven: Call Of The King provides gamers with truly breathtaking real-time, fully open worlds, which offer an entirely new style of gameplay. The FreeFormer technology in Haven allows the player to experience an impressive cinematic-style smoothness as the game mechanics unfold," said Helene Sheeler, vice president of marketing, Midway.

Ubi Soft Entertainment announced Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Prophecy has shipped to retail stores nationwide. Making its debut on Nintendo GameBoy Advance, Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Prophecy features a new original story written exclusively for the console. The game also features a new, quasi-3D view, an impressive set of spectacular 3D animations, and an improved combat system specific for the GameBoy Advance. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Prophecy is rated "T-Teen" and available for a suggested retail price of $29.99.

Infogrames a leading publisher of entertainment software, announces the return of the Deadly Dozen with the shipping of Deadly Dozen: Pacific Theater to software retailers this week. Developed by nFusion Interactive, Deadly Dozen: Pacific Theater is an easy-to-learn squad- based tactical shooter featuring realistic environments and movie-like action throughout the entire World War II Pacific campaign.