LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--D3Publisher (D3P) and Cartoon Network Enterprises (CNE) today announced Ben 10 Omniverse 2 is now available in North America for the Nintendo 3DS™ hand-held system, Wii U™ system from Nintendo, the Wii™ system from Nintendo, Xbox 360 games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system. Ben 10 Omniverse 2 is based on the long-running, popular Cartoon Network animated series, and follows the adventures of Ben Tennyson, a teenager who wields the Omnitrix, a device that allows him to transform into various alien forms such as Gravattack, Four Arms, and many more.
In the Ben 10 Omniverse 2 video game, the latest installment in a top-selling global interactive franchise, players will be able to control Ben Tennyson in an all new adventure set in the Ben 10 universe as Ben battles a new foe, the Incurseans, and infiltrates this new enemy’s intergalactic warship as he finds his way home. Though he’s still armed with his trusty Omnitrix, Ben will face brand new challenges including chase and escape sequences as well as constant battles against the forces of evil. Players will have to make every action count as Ben races against the clock, creating the most kinetic Ben 10 game to date.
“Fans of the animated series will be excited to see that the storyline of the video game will answer many questions from the episodes featuring the Incursean Army and take the story even further,” said Peter Andrew, vice president of production, D3P. “All while being equipped with an assortment of alien forms at Ben’s disposal and a wide collection of upgrades and abilities that have never been available before.”
“As the Ben 10 universe has expanded and evolved through the years, our global interactive franchise with D3Publisher has grown with us, providing video game fans around the world with the action-packed plotlines and immersive gameplay that increases their engagement with the brand and its characters,” said Pete Yoder, vice president of consumer products, North America for CNE. “This year’s release of Ben 10 Omniverse 2 will continue that winning formula by once again offering fans an all-new game experience that is sure to deliver on the fun they’ve come to expect from Ben and his aliens.”
Ben 10 Omniverse 2 is developed by High Voltage Software for all platforms except for Nintendo 3DS, which is developed by 1st Playable Productions. The game is rated “E10+” (Everyone 10 and up - Cartoon Violence) by the ESRB. For more information on Ben 10 Omniverse 2, please visit www.d3publisher.us.
About Cartoon Network Enterprises
Cartoon Network Enterprises (CNE) is responsible for building consumer products and merchandising programs for a wide range of brands by securing and supporting long-term licensing partnerships across all categories. As the global branding and merchandising arm of Cartoon Network and Adult Swim, the division manages the consumer product programs for the networks’ award-winning original programming, brands and characters including Ben 10, Adventure Time, Regular Show, The Amazing World of Gumball, The Powerpuff Girls, Adult Swim and more. CNE also serves as the exclusive global licensing agent for LazyTown Entertainment and the PGA of America for the youth marketplace.
Cartoon Network (CartoonNetwork.com) is the #1 U.S. television network among boys 6-11. Currently seen in 99 million U.S. homes and 194 countries around the world, Cartoon Network is Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.’s ad-supported cable service now available in HD offering the best in original, acquired and classic entertainment for kids and families. In addition to Emmy-winning original programming and industry-leading digital apps and online games, Cartoon Network embraces key social issues affecting families with solution-oriented initiatives such as Stop Bullying: Speak Up and the Move It Movement.
Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., a Time Warner company, creates and programs branded news, entertainment, animation and young adult media environments on television and other platforms for consumers around the world.
About D3Publisher
D3Publisher is a leading worldwide publisher of interactive entertainment software for all platforms, including console and handheld gaming systems, personal computers, smartphones, and tablets. The company also owns development studio Vicious Cycle Software, Inc., and its technology platform, Vicious Engine 2™. For more information about D3Publisher and its products, please visit: www.d3publisher.us.
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