Top Japanese Publishers Announce Commitment to Xbox 360

Blockbuster Franchises Such as 'Resident Evil' and 'Ridge Racer' are Coming to Xbox 360

28-Jul-05

At the XboxÆ Summit 2005 in Tokyo, more than 50 of Japan's elite game publishers pledged their support for the Xbox 360ô video game and entertainment system. The games announced to a standing-room-only audience span a full range of genres and include titles previously exclusive to other video game systems. These next-generation games, including major titles such as ""Resident Evil"" and ""Ridge Racer,"" showcase the incredible experiences enabled through Xbox 360, presenting entertainment experiences that are always connected, always personalized and always optimized for high-definition television, while also spectacular on standard-definition televisions. By leveraging the system's revolutionary combination of hardware, software and services, these developers have brought their globally popular brand of gaming artistry to the next generation. Japanese publishers that announced their support today for Xbox 360 include Capcom Co. Ltd., Konami Corp., Namco Ltd. and Tecmo Ltd., among others. ""Japan is one of the most important video game markets in the world and is a key pillar of our global strategy for Xbox 360,"" said Peter Moore, corporate vice president of Worldwide Marketing and Publishing for Xbox at Microsoft. ""Our deep commitment to the Japanese market is evident in the exciting and unprecedented alliances we've forged with Japan's most talented and beloved game developers. Their new Xbox 360 titles will show the Japanese community and beyond that we are committed to defining the next generation of interactive entertainment.""

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