BANDAI'S "ZATCH BELL!(TM): MAMODO BATTLES(TM)" NOW IN STORES

Fans of the Hit Cartoon Network Series Can Join the Fight for Mamodo Dominance on the PlayStation(R)2 and GameCube(TM)

CYPRESS, CA - October 19, 2005 - Bandai Games Inc. today announced that "Zatch Bell!(TM): Mamodo Battles(TM)" for the Nintendo GameCube(TM) and PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system is now in stores. A fast-action fighting game based on VIZ Media's new animated series "Zatch Bell!" airing on Cartoon Network , "Zatch Bell!: Mamodo Battles" features a cast of unique characters, stages and voiceover by the TV show's cast. "Zatch Bell!: Mamodo Battles" is rated T for Teen by the ESRB and carries a suggested retail price of $39.99.

Once every thousand years, mamodo creatures descend to Earth to battle for control of the mamodo world, and "Zatch Bell!: Mamodo Battles" invites players to join the fight! In order to battle, the mamodo must partner with a human who can read from a spell book and release the mamodo's powers. The game features 13 playable mamodo characters, and 18 different stages for white-knuckled duels. Brand-new spells and attacks add to the fast-paced action, and collectible trading cards that unlock special mamodo increase the game's replayability and depth.

"'Zatch Bell!' is one of the most popular new animation series, and 'Zatch Bell!: Mamodo Battles' immerses fans in the world of the show with authentic environments and characters," said Rika Maruya, Co-Producer at Bandai. "'Zatch Bell!: Mamodo Battles' makes it easy for fans to pick up and play and stake their claim for dominance of the mamodo!"

For additional information and downloads visit www.BandaiGames.com!