Top Online Game Portal Assumes Operations and Distribution for Popular Online Role-Playing Adventure Game

LOS ANGELES – Feb. 5, 2009 – Cookie Jar Entertainment, a leading independent producer of children’s entertainment, has selected Acclaim Games, one of the top online game brands in North America with more than eight million registered users, as the exclusive global distributor for the online fantasy adventure game Magi-Nation: Battle for the Moonlands.  Acclaim is set to start managing Magi-Nation: Battle for the Moonlands before the end of March.  Current Magi-Nation players’ accounts will migrate to Acclaim during this period, with all in-game items and points acquired going with them.

“This is a great step for the Magi-Nation: Battle for the Moonlands community,” said Kenneth Locker, senior vice president of digital media, Cookie Jar Entertainment.   “Acclaim Games has one of the strongest networks available and will do a fantastic job operating this amazing title.  For Magi-Nation’s current gamers, this means a deeper community with more interaction and fun, enabling them to greatly expand their online gaming entertainment.”

Cookie Jar’s Magi-Nation online role-playing adventure is based on the popular children’s animated television series of the same name, which follows the adventures of 15-year-old Tony Jones, an average teen from Earth who finds himself mysteriously transported to the magical world of Magi-Nation.  The free-to-play, web-based game is geared for children ages 8-14 and incorporates a micropayment model that allows players the flexibility to upgrade their gaming experience.

“The Magi-Nation community is comprised of extremely loyal and enthusiastic players, and we are very excited to welcome them into our amazing network,” said Howard Marks, CEO, Acclaim Games.  “Acclaim has a global reach that offers players only the finest online games, and Magi-Nation is a perfect example of what we provide our gamers.  All existing Magi-Nation players will enjoy a seamless transition, and will soon be joining our existing gamers in all the awesome Magi action.”

Specific details and dates regarding the exact transfer will be announced shortly.  In the meantime, additional information and sign-up details are available at www.magi-nation.com.

About Cookie Jar Group

The Cookie Jar Group is a Canada-based global children’s entertainment and education company dedicated to excellence.  Through Cookie Jar Entertainment, the company is a leader in the creation, production, marketing and licensing of evergreen character brands that appeal to kids and families worldwide.  Cookie Jar Entertainment’s library of nearly 6,000 half-hour episodes features some of the world’s most recognizable brands, including “Strawberry Shortcake,” “Caillou,” “Inspector Gadget,” “The Doodlebops,” “Arthur” and “Johnny Test”.  The company owns non-character based brands for licensing such as Mommy & Me. Through its pan-European subsidiary, the full-service licensing agency Copyright Promotions Licensing Group, Cookie Jar represents numerous third-party iconic brands. Cookie Jar Group also has a one-third interest in international children’s television channel Kidsco. Cookie Jar Education, based in Greensboro, North Carolina, is one of North America’s largest providers of supplemental education materials, reaching nearly 2,000 teachers across the United States, through the Carson-Dellosa and HighReach Learning brands.  

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LOS ANGELES – Dec. 4, 2008 – Hotel for Dogs, the video game based on the upcoming feature film, “Hotel For Dogs” from DreamWorks Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies, will jump, sit and stay in North America in January 2009 – good dog!  Coming to the Nintendo® Wii, Nintendo DS™ and Windows-based PC, Hotel for Dogs features the likenesses and voices of the movie’s two young stars, Emma Roberts and Jake T. Austin.  And, of course, lots and lots of dogs.

In the Hotel for Dogs videogame, players enter the old hotel to help two siblings, Andi and Bruce, feed and entertain an adorable collection of canines by building amazing gadgets, playing with the pooches and keeping the dogs happy in their new hotel home.  Navigating through 10 levels of fun and challenging game play, players must accomplish various goals to keep their beloved canines healthy and amused.  Players will even explore the areas outside of the hotel as they attempt to locate and rescue additional pups in need of some major TLC.

Distributed by Paramount Pictures, the live-action “Hotel for Dogs” stars Emma Roberts, Jake T. Austin, Lisa Kudrow, Kevin Dillon and Don Cheadle in a smart, funny comedy adventure that shows how far love and imagination can take you. When their new guardians forbid 16-year old Andi (Roberts) and her younger brother, Bruce (Austin), to have a pet, Andi has to use her quick wit to help find a new home for their dog, Friday.  The resourceful kids stumble upon an abandoned hotel and, using Bruce’s talents as a mechanical genius, transform it into a magical dog-paradise for Friday – and eventually for all of Friday’s friends.  When barking dogs make the neighbors suspicious, Andi and Bruce use every invention they have to avoid anyone discovering “who let the dogs in.”

“We expect this to be a strong holiday season for family-friendly video games, and Hotel for Dogs is a terrific game for kids of all ages,” said Jeremy Barnett, vice president of marketing and business development, 505 Games (U.S.).  “Hotel for Dogs is great entertainment on the big screen, and we’re excited to have kids bring the ‘Dogs’ home to play with their friends and families on their smaller screens.”

Published by 505 Games (U.S.), Hotel for Dogs will be available at retail in North America on Jan. 6, 2009, just before the movie hits theaters.  Additional information about the game is available at http://www.hotelfordogsthegame.com/.

About 505 Games (U.S.)

Based in Los Angeles, 505 Games (U.S.) is the North American division of 505 Games, a global videogame publisher. The U.S. operations launched in May 2008 to bring quality interactive entertainment to North America on all game platforms, including Microsoft Xbox 360g, Sony PlayStation, 2, PlayStation  3, PSP, Nintendo Wii  and DS, as well as PC, online and mobile.  The company’s management team hails from the leaders in global entertainment, including major motion picture studios, videogame publishers and leading game development studios. With the company’s deep experience and proven success in interactive entertainment worldwide, 505 Games is looking to drive the industry forward with innovative game experiences that integrate next-generation game play, immersive stories and integrated brands that can take the business to a new level.  The company offers a broad selection of videogame titles in all genres for players of all ages.

About Paramount Digital Entertainment

Paramount Digital Entertainment (PDE) is a division of Paramount Pictures Corporation. PDE develops and distributes filmed entertainment across worldwide digital distribution platforms including online, mobile and portable devices, videogames, virtual worlds and emerging technologies.

Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands.  The company’s labels include Paramount Pictures, Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, MTV Films and Nickelodeon Movies.  PPC operations also include Paramount Digital Entertainment, Paramount Famous Productions, Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., Paramount Studio Group, and Worldwide Television Distribution. 

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LOS ANGELES – Nov. 10, 2008 – Just in time for the holidays, PSYCLOPS iPod nano “3G” protective cases are now available for ordering online.  Complete with an interactive web-based music and dance community at the kid-friendly and kid-safe interactive website PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, the new PSYCLOPS product line combines first-of-their-kind for a thrilling iPod product/online community like no other available today. 

The quirky, colorful PSYCLOPS iPod protective cases unlock the kid-friendly virtual community where visitors can create their own original customized PSYCLOPS avatars and put them into a video complete with hot music beats and spectacular dance moves.  With each iPod protective case, users can create and share unlimited music and dance videos, even while PSYCLOPS HQ is in open beta testing.  The website also provides a truly multi-platform experience where kids can share their killer video creations by uploading them to their iPods, sharing them via their social networking page or emailing the videos to friends and family.  This is the first time an iPod-centric product has offered such capabilities.

iPod Protective Cases

PSYCLOPS’ two vibrant and distinctive iPod cases are based on the first PSYCLOPS characters, Ike and Syndi.  Key features of the PSYCLOPS protective cases include:

• Compatible with the best-selling iPod nano “3G.” 
• The iPod nano slips into the protective case, with their giant eye operating the iPod’s navigation wheel - hence the name “PSYCLOPS.”
• Each PSYCLOPS protective case comes with a secret code that provides you with complete access to the PSYCLOPS online HeadQuarters website, including the ability to create, save and share unlimited PSYCLOPS music and dance videos. Case holders have access to awesome “monster moves.”

PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters

The online headquarters for all things PSYCLOPS, provides a fun, safe environment for kids to connect with their friends online in open beta while checking out the creative  music and dance moves currently offered to share with the world before officially made live.  Kids and parents interested in being among the first to experience PSYLCLOPS HeadQuarters can sign up at the official website, http://www.psyclopshq.com. 

Currently in open beta testing, key features include:

• Create a personal PSYCLOPS avatar and give it its own unique personality through a wide range of clothes and accessories.
• Head to the “Music Machine” and produce a 30 second four-track dance mix.  Select beats and music loops from a wide array of drums, bass, guitars, pianos, horns, DJ scratches and more. 
• Choreograph your character’s unique dance routine by choosing from a variety of the coolest animated dance moves around, including  flashy “Monster Moves” for protective case holders.
• Pull it all together in a shareable QuickTime PSYCLOPS dance video and you are ready to start boogying. 
• Save and upload your 30 second QuickTime video to your iPod or iPhone, email it to your friends and family, or even upload it to your MySpace, Facebook or other social networking site page.
• Enjoy a wide variety of interactive activities, such as creating your own PSYCLOPS profile page and watch/learn from other users dance moves and beats. Users will be able to interact in the near future on a site forum.

Pricing and Availability

PSYCLOPS protective cases have a suggested retail of $24.99, which includes the ability to create, save and share unlimited videos from the online PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters.  In addition to online availability at PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, iPod protective cases are also available at select retailers in San Diego and Santa Monica, Calif.  More availability information for the PSYCLOPS protective cases can be found at PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters at: http://psyclopshq.com/where-to-buy.

About PSYCLOPS

PSYCLOPS is a fresh and exciting character-based multi-platform product and online experience for kids 8-14 years old.  The first hip PSYCLOPS characters to hit the dance battle scene are Ike and Syndi, who find their likeness in vibrant and distinctive PSYCLOPS protective cases for the iPod nano “3G.”  Together with a complimentary interactive web-based music and dance community site, PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, PSYCLOPS is an exciting iPod product and truly customizable online experience like nothing else available today.  At PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, users can join an interactive community, create their own avatars, dance moves and music, and share their unique dance videos with family and friends via email or by downloading to their iPod.

Launched by Los Angeles-based PSYCLOPS LLC, PSYCLOPS cases and online site are kid-safe with age appropriate content.  Join the movement today at the PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters: http://www.psyclopshq.com.

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LOS ANGELES – Oct.  29, 2008 –PSYCLOPS, an exciting new line of character-based multi-platform products, and Cookie Jar Entertainment’s Digital Media division, the digital media and interactive entertainment arm of one of the world’s largest independent children’s entertainment, consumer products and education companies, have both tapped Wonacott Communications, a full-service boutique public relations and integrated communications agency, to head their public relations efforts in North America.

“Both PSYCLOPS and Cookie Jar are extremely innovative and exciting companies that are at the forefront of the children’s interactive entertainment industry,” said Jason Wonacott, CEO, Wonacott Communications.  “Both companies understand and appreciate the value of working with a PR agency that has all of the tools and experience of a major firm, but the adaptability and personal touch of a boutique practice.”

Wonacott Communications is spearheading the public relations campaign launching PSYCLOPS this holiday season.  PSYCLOPS enters the kids market with iPod nano “3G” protective cases and the kid-friendly and kid-safe interactive website PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters for kids 8-14 years old.  Currently in open beta service, PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters provides kids with an immersive music and dance experience where their creativity can flourish.  Kids and parents interested in being among the first to experience PSYLCLOPS HeadQuarters can sign up at the official website, http://www.psyclopshq.com.

Following the recent acquisition DIC Entertainment, Cookie Jar Entertainment is now one of the world’s largest privately-held children’s entertainment companies.  Cookie Jar’s extensive library includes well-known brands such as “Strawberry Shortcake”, “Caillou”, “Inspector Gadget”, “The Doodlebops”, “Arthur” and “Johnny Test”, among many, many others.  Wonacott Communications spearheaded the public relations effort behind the launch of the company’s first free-to-play/micro-payment children’s multiplayer online action game, Magi-Nation: Battle for the Moonlands.  Wonacott Communications works closely with Cookie Jar’s public relations team, expanding the digital media division’s future growth and product initiatives.

“Wonacott Communications has proven to be a dedicated and successful partner that produces incredible results,” said Kenneth Locker, senior vice president of digital media, Cookie Jar Entertainment. “We enjoy working with such an experienced team that fully understands the intricacies of children’s interactive entertainment.”

About Wonacott Communications, LLC

Wonacott Communications, LLC is a full-service public relations and integrated communications agency that combines the experience and resources of a large firm with the personal touch, adaptability and dedication of a boutique practice.  Based in Los Angeles, WComms expertly orchestrates communications programs for publicly traded and privately owned companies in the digital media, online entertainment, lifestyle, corporate and technology spaces domestically and around the globe.  More information on WComms can be found at http://www.wonacottpr.com.

About PSYCLOPS LLC

PSYCLOPS is a fresh and exciting character-based multi-platform product and online experience for kids 8-14 years old.  The first hip PSYCLOPS characters to hit the dance battle scene are Ike and Syndi, who find their likeness in vibrant and distinctive PSYCLOPS protective cases for the iPod nano “3G.”  Together with a complimentary interactive web-based music and dance community site, PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, PSYCLOPS is an exciting iPod ­accessory and truly customizable online experience like nothing else available today.  At PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, users can join an interactive community, create their own avatars, dance moves and music, and share their unique dance videos with family and friends, via email or by downloading to their video iPods.

Launched by Los Angeles-based PSYCLOPS LLC, PSYCLOPS cases and online site are kid-safe with age appropriate content.  Join the movement today at the PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters: http://www.psyclopshq.com.

About Cookie Jar Group

The Cookie Jar Group is a Canada-based global children’s entertainment and education company dedicated to excellence.  Through Cookie Jar Entertainment, the company is a leader in the creation, production, marketing and licensing of evergreen character brands that appeal to kids and families worldwide.  Cookie Jar Entertainment’s library of nearly 6,000 half-hour episodes features some of the world’s most recognizable brands, including “Strawberry Shortcake,” “Care Bears,” “Caillou,” “Inspector Gadget,” “The Doodlebops,” “Arthur” and “Johnny Test”.  The company owns non-character based brands for licensing such as Mommy & Me. Through its pan-European subsidiary, the full-service licensing agency Copyright Promotions Licensing Group, Cookie Jar represents numerous third-party iconic brands. Cookie Jar Group also has a one-third interest in international children’s television channel Kidsco. Cookie Jar Education, based in Greensboro, North Carolina, is one of North America’s largest providers of supplemental education materials, reaching nearly 2,000 teachers across the United States, through the Carson-Dellosa and HighReach Learning brands.

LOS ANGELES – Oct. 20, 2008 – PSYCLOPS, developer of iPod protective cases and the kid-friendly and kid-safe interactive website PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, is springing into the North American youth market in time for the holiday season with the debut of a fresh and exciting character-based multi-platform product and online experience for kids 8-14 years old.  The new PSYCLOPS product line combines first-of-their-kind iPod nano protective cases with an interactive web-based music and dance community for a thrilling iPod product/online community like no other available today. 

Currently in open beta service, PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters provides kids with an immersive music and dance experience where their creativity can flourish.  Kids and parents interested in being among the first to experience PSYLCLOPS HeadQuarters can sign up at the official website, http://www.psyclopshq.com.

The quirky, colorful PSYCLOPS iPod protective character cases unlock the kid-friendly virtual open beta community where visitors can create their own original customized PSYCLOPS avatars and put them into a video complete with hot music beats and spectacular dance moves.  With each iPod protective case, users can create and share unlimited music and dance videos, even while PSYCLOPS HQ is in open beta testing.  The website also provides a truly multi-platform experience where kids can share their killer video creations by uploading them to their iPods, sharing them via their social networking page or emailing the videos to friends and family.  This is the first time an iPod-centric product has offered such capabilities.

“Kids today are online-savvy gadget nuts who love music and dancing, which makes PSYCLOPS the perfect gift, since it combines all of these elements,” said Joy Kovaleski, CEO, PSYCLOPS LLC.  “Kids will find PSYCLOPS to be fun and entertaining whether they are at home enjoying the online community or hanging out with their friends, listening to music and watching their PSYCLOPS videos on their iPods with their Ike or Syndi protective case.  Parents will appreciate that PSYCLOPS provides a safe online environment with appropriate content that encourages creativity.”

iPod Protective Cases

PSYCLOPS’ two vibrant and distinctive iPod cases are based on the first PSYCLOPS characters, Ike and Syndi.  Key features of the PSYCLOPS protective cases include:

• Compatible with the best-selling iPod nano “3G.” 
• The iPod nano slips into the protective case, with their giant eye operating the iPod’s navigation wheel - hence the name “PSYCLOPS.”
• Each PSYCLOPS protective case comes with a secret code that provides you with complete access to the PSYCLOPS online HeadQuarters website, including the ability to create, save and share unlimited PSYCLOPS music and dance videos. Case holders have access to awesome “monster moves.”

PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters

The online headquarters for all things PSYCLOPS, provides a fun, safe environment for kids to connect with their friends online in open beta while checking out the creative  music and dance moves currently offered to share with the world before officially made live.  Currently in open beta testing, key features include:

• Create a personal PSYCLOPS avatar and give it its own unique personality through a wide range of clothes and accessories.
• Head to the “Music Machine” and produce a 30 second four-track dance mix.  Select beats and music loops from a wide array of drums, bass, guitars, pianos, horns, DJ scratches and more. 
• Choreograph your character’s unique dance routine by choosing from a variety of the coolest animated dance moves around, including  flashy “Monster Moves” for protective case holders.
• Pull it all together in a shareable QuickTime PSYCLOPS dance video and you are ready to start boogying. 
• Save and upload your 30 second QuickTime video to your iPod or iPhone, email it to your friends and family, or even upload it to your MySpace, Facebook or other social networking site page.
• Enjoy a wide variety of interactive activities, such as creating your own PSYCLOPS profile page and watch/learn from other users dance moves and beats. Users will be able to interact in the near future on a site forum.

Pricing and Availability

PSYCLOPS protective cases have a suggested retail of $24.95, which includes the ability to create, save and share unlimited videos from the online PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters.  PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters is currently in open beta and more details on the live launch will be released at a later date. 

Availability information for the PSYCLOPS protective cases can be found at PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters at http://www.psyclopshq.com.  

About PSYCLOPS

PSYCLOPS is a fresh and exciting character-based multi-platform product and online experience for kids 8-14 years old.  The first hip PSYCLOPS characters to hit the dance battle scene are Ike and Syndi, who find their likeness in vibrant and distinctive PSYCLOPS protective cases for the iPod nano “3G.”  Together with a complimentary interactive web-based music and dance community site, PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, PSYCLOPS is an exciting iPod product and truly customizable online experience like nothing else available today.  At PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, users can join an interactive community, create their own avatars, dance moves and music, and share their unique dance videos with family and friends via email or by downloading to their iPod.

Launched by Los Angeles-based PSYCLOPS LLC, PSYCLOPS cases and online site are kid-safe with age appropriate content.  Join the movement today at the PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters: http://www.psyclopshq.com.

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