The Berenstain Bears and the Spooky Old Tree Announced

Friday, May 6th, 2005
by Andre Barriault

SANTA CLARA, Ca., (May 6, 2005) � Global video games publisher, Namco Hometek Inc. announced today the first title based on the popular “Berenstain Bears” license, “The Berenstain Bears and the Spooky Old Tree.” “The Berenstain Bears” series of books and TV specials has been delighting youngsters around the world for over 4 decades. Now, with the blessing of creators Stan and Jan Berenstain, Brother Bear, Sister Bear and cousin Fred make the leap to interactive entertainment for a new generation of children to enjoy. Based on the best-selling book that has sold over 6.7 million copies worldwide, the game takes players on an exciting nighttime adventure. “The Berenstain Bears and the Spooky Old Tree” is slated to ship for the Game Boy� Advance in September 2005.

About “The Berenstain Bears and the Spooky Old Tree”

“The Berenstain Bears and the Spooky Old Tree” is the most crocodile, spider and bat-infested game in the history of spooky! When the Bears are caught in a thunderous storm and lose their way, they take shelter in a looming, crooked old oak tree in the heart of a dark wood. This giant oak turns out to be The Spooky Old Tree, and without a moment’s rest, the Bears must work together to confront the many frightful beasts dwelling within.

FEATURES:

Based on the celebrated, award-winning book “The Berenstain Bears and the Spooky Old Tree.”

Play as Brother Bear, Sister Bear or loyal Cousin Fred. Use each Bear’s unique skills to escape the Old Tree and find the way home.

Chilling confrontations lurk in every corner of the game’s expansive levels. Challenge terrible crocs, creepy creepycrawlies and spooky swarms of bats.

Vivid cartoon graphics modeled on Stan and Jan Berenstain’s classic illustrations.

For more information about “The Berenstain Bears” please visit http://www.berenstainbears.com/. For more information about “The Berenstain Bears and the Spooky Old Tree,” please visit www.namco.com.

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