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Gameloft Launches "Bubble Bash" for iPod

NEW YORK, February 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gameloft(R), a leading publisher and developer of video games for mobile phones, today announced that "Bubble Bash", a tropical island puzzle game is now available on the iTunes Store (http://www.itunes.com) for players to purchase and download on the new iPod nano, iPod classic and fifth generation iPod. "Bubble Bash" is available immediately for purchase for US$4.99.

"'Bubble Bash' has been a massive hit for Gameloft and we're thrilled to bring this fun, exciting puzzle game to the iPod," explains Gonzague de Vallois, senior vice president of publishing, Gameloft. "The success of the game goes to show how original titles can really enhance and create a fresh experience in gaming for iPod owners who seek entertainment on the go."

"Bubble Bash" has been one of Gameloft's most popular original titles, joining the million mark club. iPod owners can now join characters, Malia and Kale in their quest for treasure in an island paradise. Players can explore a vibrant tropical island, from the beach to the rainforest, in this exciting puzzle game. The game lets players toss multi-colored bubbles into the sky to pop three or more of the same color by simply aiming and firing into the cluster before it drops or time runs out. "Bubble Bash" is guaranteed to captivate audiences as it features more than 100 evolving levels that lead to new treasures. Players also face challenging opponents such as angry monkeys, spiders and parrots that try to keep you from reaching your goal. Bubble Bash is an ideal game for the iPod and will appeal to fans of all ages.

About Gameloft

Gameloft is a leading international publisher and developer of video games for mobile phones. Established in 1999, it has emerged as one of the top innovators in its field. The company creates games for mobile handsets equipped with Java, Brew or Symbian technology. The total number of games-enabled handsets is anticipated to exceed two billion units in 2008.

Partnership agreements with leading licensors and sports personalities such as Ubisoft Entertainment, Universal Pictures, ABC, Dreamworks Animations SKG, Endemol, 20th Century Fox, Viacom, Sony Pictures, Touchtone Television, Warner Bros., FifPro, Lamborghini, Paris Hilton, Gus Hansen,Kobe Bryant, Derek Jeter, Reggie Bush, Lleyton Hewitt, Jonny Wilkinson or Robinho allow Gameloft to form strong relationships with international brands. In addition to the partnerships, Gameloft owns and operates titles such as Block Breaker Deluxe, Asphalt: Urban GT and New York Nights.

Through agreements with major telephone wireless carriers, handset manufacturers, specialized distributors and its online shop, Gameloft has a distribution network in over 80 plus countries.

Gameloft has worldwide offices in New York,San Francisco,Seattle, Montreal,Mexico,Buenos Aires,Paris,London,Cologne,Milan,Madrid, Lisbon,Copenhagen,Warsaw,New Delhi,Seoul,Beijing,Hong Kong,Tokyo and Sydney. Gameloft is listed on EuronextParis (ISIN: FR0000079600, Bloomberg: GFT FP, Reuters: GLFT.PA).

For more information visit http://www.gameloft.com

    Media Contact:
    Sanette Chao
    Gameloft
    +33-212-994-2495
    sanette.chao@gameloft.com

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Gameloft Launches "Bubble Bash" for iPod