Tecmo® Announces the Launch of Ninja Gaiden® Sigma

TORRANCE, Calif.- Tecmo® proudly announced today that the definitive action adventure ninja game, Ninja Gaiden® Sigma, is attacking its way onto store shelves everywhere tomorrow, July 3rd, only on the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system! Featuring more ninja content than ever, Sigma offers new weapons and combos, new enemies and bosses, new stages and missions, and for the first time ever Rachel the Fiend Hunter as a playable character all in the beautifully crisp 1080p resolution. This new incarnation in the Ninja Gaiden series will reawaken your desire to grab a katana and become a Master Ninja.

"Ninja Gaiden Sigma is the game we've been waiting for since the rebirth of the franchise. Complete with HD graphics, lightning-fast gameplay, and a more robust storyline, Sigma is the definitive version of Ninja Gaiden to own," says Yoh Watanabe, Marketing Manager. "Gamers returning to the series will enjoy Sigma just as much as those new to the world of Ninja Gaiden."

Be sure to pick up the Collector's Edition only available at GameStop. The Ninja Gaiden Sigma Collector's Edition comes jam-packed with additional content including a secret code to access unlockable missions and the Team NINJA documentary, "Behind the Sword," which gives an in-depth look at the lifestyle of key development staff during the final days of the Sigma production process.

"We're thrilled to offer this exclusive Collector's Edition to Ninja Gaiden fans," said Bob McKenzie, GameStop's Senior Vice President of Merchandising. "The Collector's Edition offers a rare insight into the lives of one of the most esteemed developers in the industry and is another example of GameStop bringing quality exclusive content to our customers."

Ryu Hayabusa is back at it with even more decapitations, jump kicks, and slice-n-dice action in over 50 missions and 19 Chapters. Compete against the rest of the world and upload your Karma scores and stats to the leaderboards on the PLAYSTATION® Network! Pick up your copy of Ninja Gaiden Sigma today and complete your journey from Ninja Dog to Master Ninja!

About Tecmo

Tecmo®, Inc., located in Torrance, California, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tokyo-based Tecmo, LTD. Tecmo, Inc. is a leading publisher of video games for next-generation consoles, handheld hardware, and mobile devices. Tecmo has gained worldwide recognition with product lines such as Tecmo Bowl, Ninja Gaiden ®, Dead or Alive®, Fatal Frame®, Monster Rancher®, Super Swing Golf, Tokobot, TRAPT and Gallop Racer®. More information on Tecmo can be found at www.tecmogames.com.