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Gameloft, a leading developer and publisher of games for
mobile phones, today announced it has signed an exclusive agreement
with Viacom Consumer Products, Inc. to develop, publish and distribute
the wireless game version of one of the most highly anticipated action
adventure films of the year, "Mission: Impossible III," starring Tom
Cruise and directed by J.J. Abrams ("Lost," "Alias"). The film is
produced by Cruise and Paula Wagner.
With exclusive gaming rights, Gameloft will develop the "Mission:
Impossible III" storyline into a mobile game and distribute it through
Gameloft's extensive network of carriers, partners and its online
store. The multi-year agreement reinforces Gameloft's strong position
in mobile gaming and adds to the company's growing list of licenses
with strong international brands.
"The 'Mission: Impossible' franchise makes for a very thrilling
game and we are excited to be part of the creative process," said
Michel Guillemot, CEO, Gameloft. "Gameloft is committed to making
quality games and we are honored that Viacom has chosen to partner
with us again."
This is the second partnership between Gameloft and Viacom
Consumer Products, Inc. In 2005, Gameloft developed the mobile game
for another Paramount Pictures' blockbuster, "War of the Worlds." The
game was successfully launched in 75 countries across 150 carriers
worldwide.
"Gameloft has proven once again to be a very dedicated and dynamic
partner," said Sandi Isaacs, VP, Interactive at Viacom Consumer
Products, Inc. "Their unique and innovative approach to designing and
developing games have established them as a premier mobile games
developer. We are confident that 'Mission: Impossible III' will
provide a fun and entertaining gaming experience for fans and gamers
alike."
Tom Cruise returns as Special Agent Ethan Hunt, who faces the
mission of his life in "Mission: Impossible III." Director J.J. Abrams
("Lost," "Alias") brings his unique blend of action and drama to the
billion-dollar franchise.
"Mission: Impossible III" will be released worldwide day and date
with the film's premiere on May 5th, 2006. Visit the official movie
website at www.missionimpossible.com.
Paramount Pictures presents a Cruise|Wagner production, "Mission:
Impossible III." The film is directed by J.J. Abrams, from a
screenplay written by Alex Kurtzman & Roberto Orci & J.J. Abrams,
based on the television series created by Bruce Geller. The film is
produced by Tom Cruise and Paula Wagner. The film also stars Philip
Seymour Hoffman, Ving Rhames, Billy Crudup, Michelle Monaghan,
Jonathan Rhys-Meyers, Keri Russell, Maggie Q, and Laurence Fishburne.
About Gameloft
Gameloft is a leading international publisher and developer of
video games for mobile phones. Established in 1999, it has emerged as
one of the top innovators in its field. The company creates games for
mobile handsets equipped with Java, Brew or Symbian technology. The
total number of games-enabled handsets is anticipated to exceed two
billion units in 2008.
Partnership agreements with leading licensors and sports
personalities such as Ubisoft Entertainment, Universal Pictures,
Viacom, FifPro, Lamborghini, Vans, Derek Jeter, Vijay Singh and Geoff
Rowley allow Gameloft to form strong relationships with international
brands. In addition to the partnerships, Gameloft owns and operates
titles such as Block Breaker Deluxe, Asphalt: Urban GT and New York
Nights.
Through agreements with major telephone wireless carriers, handset
manufacturers, specialized distributors and its online shop, Gameloft
has a distribution network in over 65 countries.
Gameloft has worldwide offices in New York, San Francisco,
Montreal, Buenos Aires, Paris, London, Duesseldorf, Milan, Barcelona,
New Delhi, Seoul, Beijing, Hong Kong and Tokyo. Gameloft is listed on
Euronext Paris (ISIN: FR0000079600, Bloomberg: GFT FP, Reuters:
GLFT.PA)
For more information visit www.gameloft.com.
About Paramount Pictures
Paramount Pictures is part of the entertainment operations of
Viacom Inc. (NYSE: VIA and VIAB), one of the world's largest
entertainment and media companies and a leader in the production,
promotion, and distribution of entertainment news, sports and music.