Gumby, Pokey and pals are coming soon to a screen near you.
GUMBY AND FRIENDS TO MAKE VIDEO GAME DEBUT
Namco Hometek Inc. Awarded Exclusive Video Game Publishing Rights To The
Beloved Gumby Property
Santa Clara, Calif., (January 27, 2005) Global video games publisher,
Namco Hometek Inc. announced today that Prema Toy Co., Inc. has awarded
Namco the exclusive interactive entertainment publishing rights to the
classic children¹s entertainment property, Gumby. The deal allows Namco to
create video games for all game systems, featuring Gumby and all related
characters, such as Pokey, Prickle, Goo and the infamous Blockheads. Namco
also has the unique opportunity for Gumby to make cameo appearances in other
upcoming Namco games.
"Gumby and his friends have delighted generations of kids and adults on the
small screen and through traditional toys," said Jeff Lujan, Business
Director, Namco Hometek Inc. "It's time these beloved characters make their
debut in the interactive entertainment world, and we are very pleased that
the creators of this wonderful property have entrusted Namco with this
opportunity."
Film producer and director, Art Clokey, created the Gumby characters 50
years ago when his adventurous clay boy and his friends began starring in
their own television show and went on to become a top-selling poseable doll
line. Entertaining families for decades, the clay-animated adventures of
Gumby have been released on home video and DVD, and the Gumby toy line is
still a perennial favorite among kids and parents. Gumby celebrates his 50th
anniversary this year.
"Our family is very excited to see Gumby make his debut in the interactive
world," said Gumby creator, Art Clokey. "With Pac-Man and its other hugely
successful video game franchises, Namco has proven that they are a leader in
this medium and we are thrilled to be working with them on bringing Gumby to
life for the video game generation."
