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(Press Release - PlayStation 2)

Santa Ana, Calif. (September 16, 2005) – Strategy role playing game publisher NIS America Inc. announced localization of Gust’s Atelier Iris ~Eternal Mana 2~, sequel to the popular role-playing game, scheduled for release in spring 2006. Building on the highly praised system of its predecessor, Atelier Iris 2 takes synthesizing to a new level, with new game play, features, and improved graphics.

Developed by Gust Co. LTD., Atelier Iris ~Eternal Mana 2~ (Working Title) is a sequel to the popular alchemic SRPG on the PlayStation®2 Computer Entertainment System. With beautiful 2D graphics, countless numbers of customizable items, and with a unique battle system, Atelier Iris returns building and improving upon what has made the original so successful.

About Atelier Iris ~Eternal Mana 2~

The lands of Eden and Belkhyde were once united in harmony until the time of the great catastrophe. Eden, a land of Mana and alchemists, distanced itself from Belkhyde, fearing contact with the humans and monsters there will lead to their destruction.

All is well until Chaos resorts to the legendary power of alchemy to save his sister. Now two orphans, Felt and Viese must save Eden from crumbling. Felt transports to Belkhyde with the power of his azoth. It is up to Felt to stop Chaos’ mad quest, while Viese struggles to protect Eden from further destruction.

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Features

-Partner change system to switch between your main characters

-Customizable items and weapons

-New chain attack and break attack system

-Improved 2D anime graphics

About NIS America, Inc.

NIS America, Inc. (NIS America) subsidiary of Nippon Ichi Software, Inc. of Japan (Nippon Ichi Software), established its North American operations on December 24, 2003. Based in Santa Ana, California, NIS America, Inc. is a game software publisher that localizes, markets, and publishes Nippon Ichi Software titles among others. Some of NIS’ most popular titles include Disgaea: Hour of Darkness, Phantom Brave, and Makai Kingdom ~Chronicles of the Sacred Tome~ for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system.

Nippon Ichi Software was founded in 1994 in Gifu, Japan, as an entertainment software company. Since then Nippon Ichi Software has grown into an international company focused on creating innovative video game products.