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Square Enix to help PopCap break Japan

Four titles to be distributed online by Japanese publisher

PopCap Games will be taking its casual games titles to Japan under a new distribution deal inked with Square Enix.

Titles such as Bejeweled 2, Chuzzle, Insaniquarium and Heavy Weapon will reach the Japanese market through Square Enixâs online web portal.

"We know that our games are ideally suited for the global consumer audience and this agreement with Square Enix will enable us to reach the Japanese market in a major way," commented James Gwertzman, director of business development for PopCap Games.

"Thereâs simply no better partner in Japan for PopCap than Square Enix - in terms of industry presence, distribution channels, passion for quality games of all kinds and overall expertise," he added.

The four titles will all be available as free trials and purchase over the download service. Additional titles are promised in the coming months.

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