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July 26, 2006

SQUARE ENIX SHIPS VALKYRIE PROFILE LENNETH WITH RAVE REVIEWS

All-new Cutscenes and Updated Visuals Enhance the Cult Hit that Blends Traditional RPG Gaming with a Gripping Tale of Betrayal, Courage, and the Ultimate Sacrifice
LOS ANGELES (July 26, 2006) — Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of Square Enix™ interactive entertainment products in North America, today announced that VALKYRIE PROFILE®: LENNETH shipped to retailers on July 18, 2006 nationwide with rave reviews. Available exclusively for the PSP®(PlayStation®Portable) system, VALKYRIE PROFILE: LENNETH places the cult hit at the fingertips of handheld gamers and travels alongside wherever their real-life experiences may take them.

The developers of the Star Ocean® series and Radiata Stories™ have created another smash hit with VALKYRIE PROFILE: LENNETH, receiving accolades from editors across the industry:

"...for most folks who would otherwise have had to search high and low for a copy of the original, and as a prelude to the upcoming Valkyrie Profile: Silmeria, this reincarnation of the Norse legend couldn't have come at a better time. Seek it out and enjoy it."
(8 out of 10)
- 1up.com, July 14, 2006

"If you've been waiting for years to get your hands on this tri-Ace classic, Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth will not disappoint."
(Handheld Game of the Month, 8 out of 10, 8.5 out of 10)
- Game Informer, August 2006

"...Sounds a bit more interesting than your average group of clueless kids on a field trip from one miserable little shrine to another, doesn't it? Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth turns your expectations for RPGs directly on their heads."
(8 out of 10)
- GamesRadar.com, July 17, 2006

"If you weren't lucky enough to get your hands on the game the first time around, this is an excellent way to check out a challenging non-linear title that has plenty of depth and story to back up a creative experience."
(IGN Editors' Choice Award, 8.5 out of 10)
- IGN.com, July 17, 2006

"Suffice it to say there's no other RPG like VP- not even in the years since VP's initial release."
(Game of the Month, 4 out of 5)
- Official U.S. PlayStation Magazine, August 2006

"It's easily the best RPG to hit PSP, not to mention one of the best of the last two console generations."
(Game of the Month, 9 out of 10)
-PSM, August 2006

Originally released on the PlayStation® game console, VALKYRIE PROFILE: LENNETH is the remastering of the 2000 cult hit that contains new features and bonus content to satisfy new and returning fans. In this tale of tragedy, deception, and the final juxtaposition of life and death, every move plays a crucial role in determining the outcome in the ultimate battle of good and evil. Throughout the course of the adventure, players will travel across foreign lands, engage in battle with supernatural forces and encounter an enchanting cast of tragedy-stricken characters. A non-linear structure ensures that no two adventures are the same.

Story

Players assume a pivotal role in determining the outcome of the largest battle in Norse Mythology. On the eve of Ragnarok, a battle between the warring factions of Aesir and Vanir, Lenneth is dispatched to the land of mortals in pursuit of worthy allies. Her mission is a crucial one that could possibly sway the tides of war in her faction's favor.

Approaching brave souls at the time of their death, Lenneth must convince these combatants to join her in the ultimate battle against evil. With time working against her, Lenneth must seek out, train and command an army of fallen soldiers in preparation for the final battle against Surt, the leader of the Vanir, while the hidden mystery of Lenneth's identity unfolds.

In the end, death is only the beginning.

Features

  • Special enhancements take advantage of the PSP system's capabilities—true 16:9 support and new CG sequences add more value for new and returning fans

  • Classic RPG in the palm of the hand—experience the adventure in the living room, on the road or outdoors

  • Heart wrenching tale of honor, courage and the purpose in the afterlife—follow the fallen heroes as they pursue honor in the next life

  • Time-based story progression breeds a non-linear experience where actions determine the outcome of Ragnarok—recruit well and Valhalla is saved, recruit poorly and destruction looms

  • Encounter 24 unique characters with deep levels of customization

  • Multiple endings that are revealed based on crucial world-altering decisions
  • VALKYRIE PROFILE: LENNETH is rated "T" for Teen, please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website, www.esrb.com for more information about ratings. VALKYRIE PROFILE: LENNETH is available at North American retailers for the suggested retail price of $39.99(USD).

    About Square Enix Co., Ltd. and Square Enix, Inc.

    With headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, Square Enix Co., Ltd. (Square Enix) develops, publishes and distributes entertainment content including interactive entertainment software and publications in Japan, North America, Europe and Asia. Square Enix brings two of Japan's best-selling franchises—FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 68 million units worldwide, and DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 40 million units worldwide—under one roof. Square Enix is one of the most influential providers of digital entertainment content in the world and continues to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation.

    Square Enix, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Co., Ltd. with offices in Los Angeles, California and Seattle, Washington. It handles operations in North America, including development, localization, marketing and publishing of Square Enix titles. More information on Square Enix can be found on the Internet at http://www.square-enix.com/na.

    DRAGON QUEST, FINAL FANTASY, LENNETH, RADIATA STORIES, STAR OCEAN, VALKYRIE PROFILE, SQUARE ENIX and the Square Enix logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Square Enix Co., Ltd. in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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