Santa
Clara, Ca., (April, 27, 2005) – Global video games publisher, Namco
Hometek Inc. today announced "Atomic Betty(TM)" for the Game
Boy(R) Advance. A mission-based game with puzzle solving elements,
"Atomic Betty" features a three character control scheme that
allows players to enjoy all of their favorite characters at once,
utilizing their individual skills to save the universe. Developed by
Breakthrough New Media/Big Blue Bubble, "Atomic Betty" is
scheduled for release in November 2005 with an anticipated “E” rating.
Betty
has a lot more to handle than most little girls. To her friends and
family, she is your average, girl-next-door, but when the galaxy
beckons, she becomes Atomic Betty, Galactic Guardian and Defender of the
Cosmos. With the help of her trusty sidekicks, Sparky and X-5, Betty
must save the galaxy from the evil Maximus I.Q., while at the same time
saving her
reputation
on Earth from the scheming of her archrival, Penelope. "Atomic
Betty’s" five playable characters, rocket ship travel, selectable
gadgets and weapons, and fast-paced story bring the cartoon hit to life.
“'Atomic
Betty' rockets kids into the action-packed world from the hit cartoon
series and lets them be the hero,” said Jeff Lujan, Business Director,
Namco Hometek. “Young players will be able to experience a new style
of game play with 'Atomic Betty’s' easy-to-use three character control
scheme. Playing as a team adds strategic depth to the game that kids
will love, and allows fans to take control of all their favorite
characters.”