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PS2: D3Publisher of America Ships Ben 10: Protector of Earth

First-Ever Console Videogame Based on Cartoon Network's Emmy-Winning Ben 10 Animated Series

D3Publisher of America has announced that new videogame Ben 10: Protector of Earth, the first-ever interactive title based on Cartoon Network's Emmy-winning Ben 10 animated series, has shipped to retail outlets across North America. Fans can now take on the roll of beloved everyday-kid-turned-superhero Ben Tennyson as he works to protect the powers of the alien Omnitrix device attached to his wrist and tries to thwart his archenemy Vilgax from destroying Earth! Players endeavor to save the world through the game's diverse challenges, puzzles and skirmishes as a familiar summer vacation storyline unfolds and Ben visits famous US landmarks where trouble arises. Ben 10: Protector of Earth is available for the Wii home video game system, PlayStation2 computer entertainment system, Nintendo DS portable handheld system and PSP (PlayStationPortable) system.

"With USA Today recommending Ben 10: Protector of Earth to families nationwide as a Halloween purchase and great reviews naming the game among the top ten surefire hits for console games this holiday season, D3Publisher and Cartoon Network Enterprises are extremely pleased to deliver such a high quality game for long-time fans and new recruits alike," said Alison Quirion, vice president, marketing, D3Publisher of America.

"Ben 10: Protector of Earth features everything we could want out of a first interactive title for our hero, Ben Tennyson," said Christina Miller, vice president of consumer products, Cartoon Network Enterprises. "With great gameplay and an engaging storyline that allows fans a chance to experience what it's like to be Ben 10 and some of their favorite aliens, D3 has created a game that will offer players of all levels an excellent gaming experience."

In Ben 10: Protector of Earth, Ben Tennyson uses the power of the alien Omnitrix device to defend the world from evildoers from Earth and space. The Omnitrix enables Ben to transform into fan-favorite alien beings Heatblast, Fourarms, XLR8, Cannonbolt and Wildvine and take on each of their unique powers and abilities, all while retaining his 10-year-old personality. The art style, sound effects and music in Ben 10: Protector of Earth are 100% authentic, with all audio effects pulled directly from the show's sound vaults and all voice acting provided by the original television cast. The Wii and PS2 versions of the game offer 2-player co-op gameplay, while the DS version offers multi-player Junkyard Fury challenges. Ben 10: Protector of Earth is an exciting adventure that Ben 10 fans will adore as they embark on a quest to stop Vilgax and save the day!

Ben 10: Protector of Earth for Nintendo DS was developed by 1st Playable Productions, LLC. All other versions were developed by High Voltage Software, Inc. The DS version is rated "E" (Everyone- Cartoon Violence, Comic Mischief) by the ESRB; all other versions are rated "E 10+" (Everyone 10 and older- Cartoon Violence and Mild Language). The Wii version is available for a suggested retail price of $39.95. The PlayStation 2 system, PSP system and DS versions are available for a suggested retail price of $29.95. For more information about Ben 10: Protector of Earth, please visit the official website at www.Ben10theVideogame.com.