REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Dec 12, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:ERTS) today announced that fans of the popular video game franchise, The Sims(TM) 2, will now be able to head outdoors for year-round fun with their Sims. The Sims(TM) 2 Seasons will be available as a PC expansion pack(1) and will build on the celebrated The Sims 2 experience that allows players to create and control virtual characters throughout their lives while determining the outcome of their relationships and choosing their destiny. The Sims 2 Seasons introduces all new ways for your Sims to enjoy spring, summer winter & fall!
Experiencing all four seasons for the first time -- from seasonal activities to all-new outerwear for unpredictable weather -- is guaranteed to provide a whole new level of excitement for your Sims! Not only will your Sims experience the seasons changing in winter, spring, summer and fall, but each season will deliver unique benefits, impacting your Sims relationships, mood, skills, careers and more. And be sure to dress your Sims appropriately for the weather -- freezing, sunburn and other unexpected weather effects can occur!

Whether you're strengthening family ties in winter, letting romance bloom in spring, deepening the bonds of friendship in summer, or fast-tracking your career in fall, the seasons have a whole new impact on your Sims' lives throughout the year! Avoid the heat; take a dip in the pool and play Marco Polo! Go skating on an ice rink; have snowball fights, build snowmen or make snow angels. Each season unfolds differently delivering stunning visuals of weather effects and seasonal changes including snow, rain, hail, lightning and more ensuring a unique gameplay experience for many seasons to come. Show Off Your Sims' Green Thumb; make your garden blossom and reap the rewards! And as an added bonus, crops that harvest at the peak time can produce varying juices that reap special benefits, from love potions and energy boosts to cold fighters and smart juices! Time to drink up!

"The Sims 2 Seasons really delivers what the players have been asking for -- a unique gaming experience offering new seasonal, outdoor activities that players can engage in. And because each season unfolds differently, winter, spring, summer and fall will look different than the year before, guaranteeing a fresh experience each season," said Vice President and Studio Head of The Sims Division, Rod Humble. "From fishing with Dad on a cool lake to catching fireflies on a warm summer night -- these are the great moments in life we remember either from growing up with our parents or growing up with our kids. The wonderful gardening system adds another layer of player creativity and nurturing which is the perfect compliment to the base game."

The Sims 2 Seasons will ship in Europe on February 23 and across the US on February 27 as a PC expansion pack(1) that builds on the original The Sims 2 PC game experience.

KEY FEATURES

Benefit from Each Season -- Each season impacts your Sims' relationships, moods, and more!

Share New activities -- New group activities in every season your Sims and their family and friends! Build snowmen, splash in the pool, play catch, ice skate, and more.

Reap the Fruits of Your Sims' Labors -- Harvest fruits and veggies all year round and blend love potions, energy drinks, health boosters and more.

Update Their Wardrobes -- Dress your Sims in seasonal outfits like winter coats, gloves, ear muffs, raincoats, summer dresses, and more.

Master New Talents -- Show off your Sims' green thumb! Join the Gardening Club for friendship and tips on how to make your garden blossom, and reap the rewards! Catch fresh Fish to grill on the barbeque -- but beware of unexpected catches!

Explore 6 New Careers -- Do your Sims yearn to be an adventurer or gamer? Perhaps they'd rather explore music, law, journalism, or education? Fun reward objects like the Heavy Metal Guitar await your Sims with each new career path.

Enhanced Visual Effects -- Dramatic and detailed weather effects bring a brand new visual experience to The Sims 2 universe! Snowstorms, thundershowers, lightning bolts and deadly hailstones, all spectacularly rendered to occur in both existing and new The Sims 2 neighborhoods!

Product Specifications

Publisher: Electronic Arts
Developer: Electronic Arts Redwood Shores
Ship Date: US: February 27th, 2006
Europe: February 23:
-- PC expansion pack(1)
Category: Simulation/Strategy
ESRB Rating: "RP-T" (Rating Pending - Teen)
PEGI Rating: 12+


(1) The Sims(TM) 2 Seasons for PC requires The Sims(TM) 2 or The
Sims(TM) 2 Special DVD Edition for PC to play.

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 28, 2006--Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) today announced availability of classic simulation game SimCity(TM) for mobile. SimCity, the game that launched the simulation phenomenon, now lets mobile phone users create and manage the growth of a living city in the palm of their hands. Originally created by Will Wright, SimCity is now available on major U.S. carriers.

"SimCity is one of the most significant game franchises of the past 20 years and we're thrilled to bring it to the mobile phone market," said Travis Boatman, vice president worldwide studios, EA Mobile. "For the first time, players will have the ability to pick up and build a city while on the go -- any time, any place."

Players take on the roles of City Planner and Mayor as they design and build the ultimate city on their mobile phone. Choose from a unique set of maps and then plan residential, commercial and industrial areas. Next, install roads and railways, police and fire stations, parks, stadiums and more. As the city begins to take shape, be prepared to deal with unavoidable challenges such as crime, pollution, fires, tornados, and even a monster attack. On top of that, players must maintain a balanced budget. The ultimate goal is to attract as many Sims as possible to one's thriving new metropolis.

Other features include building cities on multiple games maps with unique challenges, controlling the city budget and helping citizens cope with natural disasters. Remember to take care of the Sims or they may leave. Players also have eight tool categories that have the ability to plan, plot, build, bulldoze, re-plot and manage a city. An informational feature also will be included to keep track of your city statistics, like crime, pollution and traffic levels to determine which areas need the most attention.

Created by legendary game designer Will Wright, SimCity is one of the first games created that can never be won or lost. Originally released in 1989, SimCity has grown into a major franchise that has spawned many variations of the title, including SimEarth, SimPark and The Sims(TM).

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 14, 2006--Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:ERTS) today revealed a roster of more than 25 songs that will be featured in The Sims 2(TM) Pets.

Fans of The Sims will be thrilled to learn they can hear the latest hits from hottest musical acts including the Pussycat Dolls, Aly & AJ, The Flaming Lips and Hot Chip, in addition to theme and mode music from Mark Mothersbaugh. With songs that represent a variety of genres from indie and hip hop to country and pop, every Sims player will find something they adore!

"We had an absolute blast recording 'Don't Cha' in Simlish for The Sims 2 Pets! We were laughing the whole time, trying to communicate this chart-topping hit in a totally different language was such a riot," said Nicole Scherzinger, lead singer for the Pussycat Dolls. "I think we did a great job -- the song is definitely as catchy in Simlish as it is in English! And the pets -- they're so adorable and lifelike!"

"The Sims is truly an international phenomenon, and the music must reflect that. For The Sims 2 Pets, we wanted to present great artists with international appeal. Pop icons Aly & AJ and The Pussycat Dolls re-recorded their smash hits in 'Simlish,' while Flaming Lips re-recorded a song from their new album especially for the game. It is amazing to see these artists, as well as stars from Italy, Finland, Norway, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland get into the 'Simlish' spirit. It's a whole new world of music for an all-new world of The Sims," said Steve Schnur, Executive of Worldwide Music and Marketing at EA.

SIMS 2 PETS GLOBAL SOUNDTRACK
----------------------------------------------------------------------
Artist Track Platform
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Aly & AJ Chemicals React PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Brazil Candles Cast Long Shadows PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Cowboy Troy I play Chicken with a Train PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Cut Copy Future Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Dena Deadly Fortuzala PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
The Flaming Lips Free Radicals PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Hot Chip Colours Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Hot Chip So Glad To See You Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Isabelle Huang Hit It PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Jessi Malay Topsy Turvy PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Joanna J Unthinkable PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Kristen Dex Come On Come On PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
New Amsterdams Turn Out the Light PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Prescott Dixie Dixie Where Have You PC and Console
Been All My Life
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Prescott Hurt Nobody PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Ralph Myerz and The Boombox Breakdown Console
Jack Herren Band
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Saving Jane Girl Next Door PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Skye Sweetnam Boyhunter PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Something for Rockets I Never Know PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Tanaila Wow Wow Wow PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
The Films Black Shoes PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
The Format The Compromise PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
The Netw0rk Topy Apa Ty PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Pussycat Dolls Don't Cha PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
Touchstone Simpatico PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------
W of P3 Aff Wubbas Doo PC and Console
----------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------

"We've always been known to jump at opportunities that challenge us to do something totally fresh that we've never done. Needless to say, recording 'Free Radicals' in Simlish allowed us to do just that," said front man Flaming Lips singer, Wayne Coyne. "The Sims 2 Pets was an ideal product considering we have three mutts, Ted, Max and the Dragon Dog. It will be interesting to use Create-A-Pet to create them in the game and see what kind of trouble they get into!"

The Sims 2 Pets will build on the celebrated The Sims 2 experience that allows players to create and control characters throughout their life while determining the outcome of their relationships and adventures. The addition of a new furry friend is guaranteed to enrich the daily lives of your Sims! Not only will players have the opportunity to choose from a variety of existing cat and dog breeds and hottest designer mixes, but they'll also be able to personally design their new friend with the Create-a-Pet feature. The ability to customize gives fans the opportunity to create their ideal pet by choosing their body shape, unique markings, even their pet's personalities! As in real life, your Sims' pet will benefit from care and training. A neglected cat with an urge to scratch might claw up your new couch if you aren't careful, and leaving your dog unattended near a freshly planted flower bed probably isn't wise! Be sure to expect the unexpected!

The Sims 2 Pets will be available on October 17, 2006 on the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system, the Nintendo GameCube(TM) and as a PC expansion pack(1) that builds on the original The Sims 2 PC game experience. Versions for the PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable), Game Boy(R) Advance and Nintendo DS(TM) systems will follow in late October and November. A mobile version will be coming soon.

Product Specifications
----------------------
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Developer: Electronic Arts Redwood Shores
Ship Date: October 17th, 2006:
-- PlayStation(R)2
-- Nintendo GameCube(TM)
-- PC expansion pack(1)
Ship Date: Late October/early November 2006:
-- Game Boy(R) Advance
-- Nintendo DS(TM)
-- PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable)
Ship Date: December 2006
-- Mobile platforms (Europe only)
Category: Simulation/Strategy
ESRB Rating: "RP-T" (Rating Pending - Teen)
PEGI Rating: 12+ for PC; 7+ for console and handhelds

(1) Requires The Sims(TM) 2, The Sims(TM) 2 Special DVD Edition or The
Sims(TM) 2 Holiday Edition to play.

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 27, 2006--Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:ERTS) today announced that the popular video game franchise, The Sims(TM) 2, is going to the dogs -- and for that matter, to the cats, guinea pigs and birds too! The company is releasing The Sims(TM) 2 Pets on current generation console systems, handheld platforms and as a PC expansion pack. The Sims 2 Pets will build on the celebrated The Sims 2 experience that allows players to create and control digital characters throughout their lives while determining the outcome of their relationships and choosing their destiny. Each version will feature customized content tailored to the platform.

The addition of a new friend is guaranteed to enrich the daily lives of your Sims! Not only will players have the opportunity to choose from a variety of existing breeds, and hot designer mixes, but they'll also be able to personally design their new friend with the Create-a-Pet feature. The ability to customize gives fans the opportunity to create their ideal pet by choosing their body shape, unique markings, even their pet's personalities! With so many different animals to choose from, there's no telling what unpredictable experiences could occur!

Players will also be able to teach their pet new tricks, take them for a romp in the park, outfit them with new pet accessories and even give them a job! As in real life, your Sims' pet will require care and training. A neglected cat with an urge to scratch might claw up your new couch if you aren't careful, and leaving your dog unattended near a freshly planted flower bed probably isn't wise!

"The Sims 2 Pets captures the magic between pets and their owners," said Executive Producer Rod Humble. "A dog gnawing at his chew toy, a cat jumping at a dangled feather, a toddler stroking the chest of a big dog who sits by patiently -- even a frisky dog getting caught rolling around in the trash. These special moments all come to life through the lifelike animations and artwork of The Sims 2 Pets. There is something delightful about your Sim, a little pet person, having a pet of their own. Pets allows players to tell more stories with their Sims and helps create more emergent anecdotes within the game."

The Sims 2 Pets will be available on the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system, the Nintendo GameCube(TM), Game Boy(R) Advance, and Nintendo DS(TM), and as a PC expansion pack(a) that builds on the original The Sims 2 PC game experience. A version for the PSP(R) (PlayStation(R) Portable) system will follow.

KEY FEATURES

All Platforms

-- Sims Have New Friends - Pets! Sims can share their lives with their new pets and add more fun to the Sims experience. From dogs, cats, caged animals and more, your Sims share new friends to experience life's precious moments. With so many different animals to choose from, there's no telling what unpredictable experiences could occur!

-- Create-A-Pet: Choose from dozens of dog and cat breeds or customize features for a one-of-a-kind pet. You can even modify your pet's body shape by choosing from specific colors and unique markings. Don't like the way they act? Change their personality - from smart and sweet to silly and sloppy - anyone can create their ideal animal friend in The Sims 2 Pets.

-- "Sit, Spike, Sit": Your Sims can encourage and discipline pets, training them to shake, roll over, play dead, and more. Unruly pets might dig in the yard, claw the sofa, or topple the trash. Thankfully, a little training can go a long way.

-- Classic Sims Open-Ended Gameplay: Create and control digital characters over a lifetime, setting their goals in life from popularity and romance, to fortune and family - their stories are in your hands.

-- Share unique Pet unlocks: Use special codes to share unlockable pet accessories, fur types or markings with other The Sims 2 Pets players.

Unique to PC(a)

-- Friends for a Lifetime: Your Sims' pets are members of the family and share all of life's great moments - whether it's kids training puppies, teens playing fetch in the park, adults watching TV with their cats, or elders enjoying a sunny day in the park with their long-time companion!

-- Create a designer breed: Your Sims pets have genetics, allowing you to create the latest designer pet, including popular hybrid breeds like the Labradoodle, Puggle and Schnoodle! Like what you've created? Register them to appear in Create-A-Pet as a unique pedigree!

-- Bring Home the Bacon: Sims aren't the only ones with careers anymore! Skilled pets can earn a living from three career tracks - Show Business, Security, and Service - and work their way up through five job levels.

Unique to PlayStation(R)2, Nintendo GameCube(TM) and PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) system

-- Stroll the Central Town Park: Take your Sims and their pet for a romp at any of the nearby park areas, or head to the Central Town Park which is a favorite of pet owners. While there, watch your pet play well with others while your Sim can meet others and socialize with fellow animal lovers.

-- Shop 'til you drop: Visit the adjoining Town Center, a great gathering spot for Sims that evolves over time. Once you've seen the latest styles and decided on a purchase, deck your pet out in the latest clothing and accessories around. From geek to chic and cool to casual, your Sim can customize their pet's look with one stop in the Town Center. It's sure to be the coolest pet in town!

Unique to Nintendo DS(TM)

-- Manage a Pet Care Center: Pamper, preen, and nurse all the neighborhood pets at your new Pet Care Center that you create and customize.

-- How Much Is That Doggie in the Window? In a pet store that you own and operate, you can help other Sims pick out the perfect pet. Earn extra Simoleans by selling the pet products that include the latest pet fashions and accessories!

Game Boy(R) Advance

-- Give Your Sim a Career in Pet Care: Take care of the town's pets by being a veterinarian, a world-class pet trainer and more. Players can even choose from a variety of cats and dogs to adopt as their very own. Whether they are healing pets or just taking them for a stroll, there is always something to do in the pet-friendly town of Barkersville.

-- Toys, treats and tricks!: Sims can teach their pets cool and amazing tricks and then compete in the World Championships to be the best in show!


Product Specifications
----------------------------------------------------------------------
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Developer: Electronic Arts Redwood Shores
Ship Date: October 17th, 2006:

-- PlayStation(R)2

-- Nintendo GameCube(TM)

-- Game Boy(R) Advance

-- Nintendo DS(TM)

-- PC expansion pack(a)

Ship Date: November 2006:

-- PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable)

Category: Simulation/Strategy
ESRB Rating: "RP-T" (Rating Pending - Teen)

(a) The Sims(TM) 2 Pets for PC requires The Sims(TM) 2 or The
Sims(TM) 2 Special DVD Edition for PC to play.

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 4, 2006--Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:ERTS) today announced its next generation of game titles for the upcoming Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) taking place in Los Angeles May 10-12, 2006. EA's line up of EA SPORTS(TM) and EA(TM) branded games for the Xbox 360(TM) video game system from Microsoft, the PlayStation(R)3 computer entertainment system, PSP(TM) (PlayStation(R)Portable) handheld entertainment system, Nintendo Wii(TM), Nintendo DS(TM), PC and mobile phones will be showcased in EA's booth #1000 in the South Hall. With a renewed focus on original and wholly-owned intellectual property EA will unveil an array of titles and the technology that drives gameplay innovation.

Shown exclusively behind closed doors, EA is presenting its recently announced next generation console action title out of EA Montreal, ARMY OF TWO(TM); Will Wright's original PC work in progress, Spore(TM); and the newest PC iteration in the acclaimed Command & Conquer(TM) series, Command & Conquer 3 Tiberium Wars(TM).

The EA SPORTS line up will go behind closed doors in the EA SPORTS Lab highlighting the technology that fuels the gameplay innovations for the '07 lineup. Madden NFL 07 will be playable on the PlayStation 3 console, Xbox 360, PSP system, Nintendo DS and Nintendo Wii.

"EA is leading the industry with a new generation of games on a new generation of platforms," said Paul Lee, President of EA Studios. "We're pushing the technology to provide more innovation in our EA branded games and authentic athletic performance in our EA SPORTS games. We're also leading the resurgence of PC gaming with groundbreaking titles like Battlefield 2142, Command & Conquer 3 Tiberium Wars, Crytek Studio's Crysis and of course Will Wright's new game, SPORE."

"EA is demonstrating a ground-breaking level of quality and innovation at E3 this year," said Frank Gibeau, EA Executive Vice President and General Manager of North American Publishing. "Games like ARMY OF TWO and NBA LIVE 07 are going to unleash the power of new consoles like PlayStation3 and Xbox 360. Madden NFL 07 makes great use of the new controller on Nintendo's Wii system."

"E3 is a showcase for EA's portfolio of globally recognized entertainment," said Executive Vice President and General Manager of International Publishing, Gerhard Florin. "Titles like FIFA Soccer, The Lord of the Rings, The Battle for Middle-earth II and the Battlefield franchise are among the most popular games in the world."

...

SPORE -- SPORE takes players on an epic journey from the origin and evolution of life through the development of civilization and eventually into the outer reaches of space. Create a creature, then control every dimension of its evolution from pond scum to galactic god. Experience multiple styles of gameplay as your creature advances through different stages of development. Fight for survival in the wild, develop a sprawling metropolis, trade and war against rival civilizations and explore the outer reaches of the galaxy. Every aspect of the universe from creatures to vehicles, buildings to plants, are created by the player and automatically shared with other players, providing a limitless number of worlds to explore and play. Create, control and explore your universe with SPORE. SPORE is under development for the PC by legendary game designer, Will Wright.


Note- This is only part of the press release concerning the Spore related news.