The Game Factory Unites Land Before Time's Young Dinos, Garfield, Miss

Spider, Franklin and Stars of The Cartoon Network to Deliver Quality

Entertainment to Young Gamers

Expands into Nintendo DS(TM), PlayStation 2(TM) and PC formats in 2006

NEW YORK, Feb. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Building off its success as an

international publisher of video and computer games based on leading

international children's characters, The Game Factory today announced a

significant expansion in its 2006 product portfolio at the 2006 American

International Toy Fair. More than 20 titles, developed for young gamers,

will ship for the Game Boy Advance(TM), Nintendo DS(TM), PlayStation 2(TM)

and PC-CD ROM platforms. Titles can be purchased via national toy,

electronic, video game, software and mass-market retailers.

"2006 will see The Game Factory publish its most compelling range of

entertainment video games and software for young gamers. It's an amazing

opportunity to work with such highly respected brands and beloved

characters," said Leah Kalboussi, VP North America. "Our ability to attract

and introduce new license partners throughout the year will see us extending

our reputation for producing high quality entertainment, across multiple

platforms to young gamers of all ages."

First and second quarter 2006 releases:

-- Franklin's Birthday Surprise -- Franklin wants to organize a surprise

birthday party for his best friend Bear in this platform action

adventure game for Sony PlayStation 2. In collecting items for the

party, Franklin has to progress through 10 different platforms

navigating his way around clever traps and solving puzzles to advance.

Set in a 3D environment, young gamers choose to play the game in either

adventure mode or battle mode. Ages 5+; PS2 Suggested retail of $19.99

(RP)

-- Franklin's Great Adventure -- Franklin's Great Adventure is an

adventure cross-platform game featuring three playable characters:

Franklin and his two friends Bear and Beaver, who each help the people

of their village. The 8 platform levels feature a mix of exploration,

action and puzzle games. 16 additional mini-games can be unlocked and

played in the main mode. Ages 5+; GBA Suggested retail of $19.99 (EC);

NDS Suggested retail of $29.99 (RP)

-- Land Before Time: Into the Mysterious Beyond -- Set in prehistoric

times, this tale of a group of young dinosaur friends, Littlefoot,

Cera, Ducky, Petrie, Spike and Chomper is centered on their lives as

they live, play and learn about life in the Great Valley. Young gamers

are required to take control of each of the popular young dinosaurs as

well as Littlefoot's Grandpa and venture through 6 exciting

environments. Players use the different strengths and abilities of the

individual dinosaurs to help them overcome various obstacles. Ages

7+; GBA Suggested retail of $29.99 (RP)

-- Garfield And His Nine Lives -- The classic comic strip character is

back -- just as fat, lazy and lovable as ever! The 9 unique games all

have interactive environmental elements and hidden areas to reward

players who go exploring. In three of the games a bonus challenge must

be overcome in order to advance. Players can also make their own

Garfield photo album using pictures from the animated series. Ages 7+;

GBA Suggested retail of $29.99 (RP)

-- Miss Spider Harvest Time Hop and Fly -- The miniature wonderland of

Sunny Patch is filled with bugs of all shapes, sizes and colors. Enjoy

playing through 24 different levels divided by key characters. The

story is a mix of exploration, puzzles and platform jumping to ensure

long-lasting playability. Experience lots of varied game play with the

three different game modes: Adventure, Bug a Bonus and Gallery mode.

The game takes full advantage of the newest Nintendo DS abilities --

while the top screen shows 3D character animation, the subscreen shows

character status, level information and special controls. Ages 3+; NDS

Suggested retail of $29.99 (RP)