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09:00 (BST), 24/04/2008

Princess on Ice

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505 GAMES HIRES DANCING ON ICE CHAMPION MATT EVERS FOR COMPETITION PRIZE OF A LIFETIME

- 505 Games and have teamed up with 2008 champion Matt Evers to offer the prize of a lifetime to any wannabe Suzanne Shaws by presenting an exclusive one-to-one ice-skating lesson from the man himself. The winner will have a unique opportunity to learn from one of the most recognised figure skaters in the world, and garner all the tips and advice necessary to become a real life .

American born Matt Evers is probably best known for his glittering performances in ITV's , where he has competed as professional partner to Bonnie Langford, Lisa Scott-Lee and most recently with winning partner Suzanne Shaw. With Suzanne, Matt achieved a perfect score of 30 for their flying routine and another perfect 30 for their favourite routine to win a tense final and be crowned overall champions.

“Matt has become a household name who we’re proud to have associated with ,” commented Juliette Fielder, 505 Games UK Product Manager. “We’re hoping the opportunity to pick up some tips from Matt will inspire plenty of fans to get involved!”

In , players must jump, spin and pirouette their way to figure skating fame in this stylus-led rhythm game. Choosing one of four hopeful candidates, the action takes place on the lower touch screen where players must tap in time to the beat to see the results unfold on the top screen. Customisation is also the order of day, as hundreds of accessories and clothing options are unlocked as you progress through the game.

The competition will run exclusively on the website - www.505games.co.uk/princessonice - from the 25th April.

will be published by 505 Games for Nintendo DS™ on 25th April 2008.

-ENDS-

About 505 Games

505 Games, headquartered in Milton Keynes is dedicated to the publishing and international distribution of full price, mid-range and budget computer and videogames in EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) markets and Australia. The current portfolio includes the best selling games Cooking Mama, ArmA: Armed Assault, Bust-a-Move and Armored Core and covers all gaming platforms, including next generation consoles like Sony PlayStation® 3, Nintendo Wii™ and Microsoft Xbox 360™. For More information on 505 Games and its products please visit www.505games.co.uk

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