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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

STAN BUSH’S new album "Dream the Dream"!

Los Angeles, Sept. 2010 - Emmy-Award winning recording artist Stan Bush, a worldwide icon of Melodic Rock, releasing his new album "Dream the Dream" now available at stanbush.com!

Dream the Dream, Stan Bush’s 11th studio album, finds the veteran singer/songwriter on top of his game, delivering the kind of powerful melodies and positively charged lyrics that have earned him a loyal following that spans the globe. Longtime fans and new listeners alike will be pleased to find Bush’s no-nonsense approach to rock n’ roll and emotive lyrics ring true in this new audio gem, the follow up to his critically acclaimed 2007 smash, In This Life. "We’ve been working on the new album for a year and a half, and I’m very happy with it," says Bush, "the last album, In This Life, got great reviews and though we had to work really hard, I think we’ve got ourselves another amazing album. Some of the songs have a ‘go for it’ message, and some are about love, life and a search for meaning."

Producer and multi-instrumentalist Holger Fath joins with Stan Bush once again for Dream the Dream, co-creating more of the unique brand of melodic rock that has become their hallmark. Other songwriters contributing to this new release are Bobby Barth (Axe, Blackfoot,NULL), Curt Cuomo (KISS, Eddie Money,NULL), Ed Tree and Lenny Macaluso. "I was honored to again work with Holger Fath as producer/guitarist (and also keys,NULL)," offers Bush, "I think he’s brilliant, and he’s been a close friend for years. Matt Laug (Alice Cooper, Slash,NULL), is one of the best rock drummers in Los Angeles, and on bass, Matt Bissonette (David Lee Roth, Rick Springfield,NULL), is incredibly solid."

While crafting new material, tracks from Stan Bush’s previous albums have continued to appear in television and major motion pictures the world over. His all-time hit "The Touch" from "Transformers: The Movie" and "Boogie Nights" was also featured on Chuck (NBC) and recently on American Dad (FOX). Stan’s song "Til All Are One (Transformers Theme)" is featured in the new Activision game. Transformers: War for Cybertron. Bush’s "’Til I Was Loved by You" captured an Emmy Award in 1997 for Best Original Song, a true career highlight. As a vocalist, Bush has sung on albums by renowned artists such as Alice Cooper and Jefferson Starship, and has worked with a bevy of the music industry’s top producers including Ron Nevison, Giorgio Moroder, Andy Johns, Mick Jones, Desmond Child, Peter Frampton and Richie Zito. Bush has co-written with top songwriters like Jonathan Cain (Journey,NULL), and Jim Vallance (Bryan Adams, Aerosmith,NULL), and Paul Stanley of KISS.

A European tour in support of the release of Dream the Dream will be announced by Stan Bush in the near future with details and dates forthcoming.

Dream the Dream final track listing:

• Never Hold Back
• I’m Still Here
• Don’t Give Up On Love
• Two Hearts
• In My Life
• Love Is The Road
• If This Is All There Is
• Dream The Dream
• More Than A Miracle
• Your Time
• All That I Am
• Sam’s Theme (The Touch)

Musicians on Dream the Dream: Stan Bush (vocals) Holger Fath (guitars, keyboards) Matt Bissonette (bass) Matt Laug (drums)

Dream the Dream - available at stanbush.com

IGN.com is reporting that Activision /High Moon Studios will be releasing the downladable content for Transformers War For Cybertron on the 27th July.  The DLC will cost $10 on the PS3 and 800 points on the XBox.  The DLC will be many of the previously "pre-order exclusive" skins as well as some new maps.  Here is a quote from the article.

"As detailed in the original leak (by the Xbox Live Marketplace) of the DLC release here, the New Map and Character Pack DLC includes new characters Scattershot and Onslaught, as well as Shockwave, Jazz, and Demolishor, who were originally exclusive to pre-order customers at particular retail locations. The DLC also contains two new multiplayer maps, and also doubles the number of maps for the Horde-like Escalation mode to four".
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Activision and High Moon Studios have announced that they will be running a double reward weekend on Transformers War For Cybertron­ "Be sure to get your Multiplayer matches on this weekend as we double all XP rewards! Sign in after 6:00pm PST on Friday to take advantage of this boost while it lasts."

Thanks to Sven Harvey for sending through the following update on Gamestations stock of Transformers War For Cybertron

Hi all

Just so everyone knows who may be after the Autobot Jazz unlock on Transformers War For Cybertron on XBox 360 and PS3 - initial stocks of the game that have arrived at Gamestation stores include the unlock - however stock appears to be limited so you might want to call your local store or pop in to try and secure your copy!

TFormers.com report that US retailer Seers have broken the release date of Transformers War For Cybertron by selling the game within their Tennessee store.

Hasbro and Jakks Pacific have signed a deal where by the latter will make Halloween outfits for the former, report the Associated Press­

Jakks Pacific costume unit inks deal with Hasbro
Jakks Pacific costume unit Disguise signs agreement with Hasbro for Halloween outfits
On Thursday June 10, 2010, 1:39 pm EDT

MALIBU, Calif. (AP) -- Jakks Pacific's costume unit, called Disguise, signed a three-year agreement with Hasbro to make Halloween costumes and accessories based on Hasbro brands such as Transformers and G.I. Joe.

Financial terms were not disclosed.

Disguise has created costumes for Hasbro in the past. Under the current agreement, the costume maker will make costumes related to the Transformers 3 movie, due out in 2011, as well as Hasbro board games such as Candy Land and Scrabble.

Shares of Jakks Pacific rose 4 cents to $13.77 at midday Thursday.

Shares of Hasbro rose $1.44, or 3.8 percent, to $39.85. They have has traded between $22.79 and $42.59 during the past year.

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­­­Several auctions for new Mini-cons have appeared on Taobao include a new 8-pack which is in European packaging.  The auctions were for Minicon 8-pack­, Brake-neck, Drivetrain, Pan-handler and ­Swashplate. Y­ou can view the images below.

Hasbro Continues to Expand Its Immersive Global Brand Experiences Through Entertainment and Lifestyle Licensing

LAS VEGAS, Jun 07, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) --The Entertainment & Licensing (E&L) division of Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE: HAS) will arrive at the International Licensing Expo in Las Vegas on June 8, 2010, with new and innovative licensing programs supporting global powerhouse brands such as TRANSFORMERS, NERF, LITTLEST PET SHOP, MY LITTLE PONY, MONOPOLY and PLAYSKOOL. The company will showcase major entertainment and lifestyle licensing initiatives underway in the areas of television, movies, digital gaming, performance sports, and apparel as well as programs that are driving increased market traction in key international territories, including France, Mexico and China.

On the entertainment front, the upcoming new children's and family television network, The Hub, recently announced its first wave of television programming for its launch on October 10, 2010 (10-10-10). HASBRO STUDIOS is producing several Hasbro-inspired animated and live-action series including: "My Little Pony Friendship is Magic," "Transformers Prime," "G.I. JOE Renegades," "Pound Puppies," "The Adventures of Chuck and Friends," and"Family Game Night," featuring a variety of classic and enduring Hasbro games. The Hasbro and Discovery Communications joint venture cable television network will feature original programming as well as content from Discovery's library of award-winning children's educational programming, and from leading third-party producers worldwide. At launch, The Hub will reach approximately 60 million U.S. households. Additionally, HASBRO STUDIOS will extend the global reach of Hasbro-branded programming to other international broadcast markets in 2010 and beyond.

Hasbro, in association with its movie studio partners, also has several motion pictures underway for 2011 and 2012 theater releases. "Transformers 3" from DreamWorks Pictures and Paramount Pictures, is set to debut on July 1, 2011 and Universal Pictures will bring iconic super hero STRETCH ARMSTRONG and an epic BATTLESHIP film to the big screen in summer 2012.

"Hasbro continues to deliver on the company's commitment to create innovative and immersive global brand experiences that resonate with consumers around the world," said John Frascotti, Global Chief Marketing Officer at Hasbro. "We've re-invented our brands and put them at consumers' fingertips for anytime, anywhere entertainment."

In addition to the exciting entertainment-driven lineup, E&L is also expanding Hasbro brands worldwide in key lifestyle licensing categories. Below are highlights:

TRANSFORMERS: THE ONGOING EXPANSION OF A MEGA ENTERTAINMENT UNIVERSE

As one of Hasbro's anchor entertainment properties, the popularity and appeal of the TRANSFORMERS franchise continues to grow on a global scale with its collective portfolio of more than 300 licensees.

On the heels of last year's box office smash, "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen," and in anticipation of next summer's third installment, "Transformers 3," licensees around the world are on track to bring an unprecedented lineup of innovative MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE-inspired goods to an ever-widening circle of fans next year. In addition, the licensing program is poised to leverage the debut of "TransformersPrime" on The Hub, which will bring action-packed adventures featuring well-known AUTOBOT and DECEPTICON characters to kids' TV screens this fall.

Other key TRANSFORMERS licensing highlights include: comic books from IDW (U.S.); digital games from Activision (Worldwide); apparel from Union Kids (Mexico); t-shirts from Supervalu (Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia); footwear from Deportivos con Estilo (Mexico); and social expressions from American Greetings (U.S.).

NERF: 40+ YEARS OF INTENSITY, PERFORMANCE AND INNOVATION

As a leading sports action brand for tweens and teens 8-16, NERF has been providing fans with the ultimate in exciting, high-action gear for competitive play for more than 40 years. Hasbro and The Sports Licensed Division of the adidas Group have reached an agreement in principle to create an innovative NERF-inspired action sports lifestyle apparel and footwear line. The deal is still subject to the companies negotiating and signing a binding license agreement. Under the proposed deal, the collection targeted toward young adult males would blend the edgy and competitive NERF brand look-and-feel with performance benefits to deliver a premier line of products that would include training and street footwear, t-shirts, sleeveless mesh tops, polo shirts, shorts, pants, hooded sweatshirts, and headwear.

Additionally, as a dominant player in all aspects of alternative adventure, the NERF brand will return as a sponsor of The Dew Tour's award-winning Festival Village in 2010, presenting consumers around the U.S. with the second NERF DART TAG World Championship tournament.

Key NERF licensing highlights include: digital gaming from Electronic Arts (Worldwide); electronics from SDI Technologies (U.S.); footwear from Elan Polo (U.S., Canada); and digital gaming hardware accessories from Performance Design Products (Worldwide).

MY LITTLE PONY: ADVENTURES FULL OF FRIENDSHIP AND FUN

The magical MY LITTLE PONY franchise continues to be a worldwide favorite with over 135 licensees onboard creating MY LITTLE PONY-branded products that will delight little girls around the globe. In 2010, PINKIE PIE and friends will also unveil a new look as part of their star-studded arrival on The Hub this fall. The animated TV series, called "My Little Pony Friendship is Magic," will feature 26 half-hour episodes and will see MY LITTLE PONY characters embark on wonderful adventures while learning what it means to be a true friend.

Other key MY LITTLE PONY licensing highlights include: apparel from Cookie Company (Benelux, Germany); sleepwear from TMI (Australia, NZ); juvenile domestics and home décor from Franco Manufacturing (U.S.); a variety of book formats from Bendon (U.S.), Five Mile Press (Australia, NZ) and Egmont (Nordic); health and beauty aids from Church & Dwight (U.S.) and BDF (Mexico); food and beverage from General Mills (U.S.); stationery and social expressions from American Greetings (U.S.) and Tilibra (Brazil); and fabric from Springs Creative (U.S.).

LITTLEST PET SHOP: LIFESTYLE LICENSING GROWS FOR HASBRO'S NO. 1 BRAND FOR GIRLS

Ranked as one of the top brands for girls in the toy industry as well as one of the hottest lifestyle properties, the demand for the LITTLEST PET SHOP brand remains robust in 2010 for the property's 210 licensees. Further, the brand's popularity continues to soar in France where it has been the No. 1 licensing property for the past two years. Girls also can't get enough of the LITTLEST PET SHOP brand in Mexico, where a strong licensing program has quickly gained traction with support from major retailers, such as Liverpool, giving LITTLEST PET SHOP-branded products premier in-store placement and appeal throughout the region.

In 2010, the LITTLEST PET SHOP licensing program will further expand with the introduction of BLYTHE LOVES LITTLEST PET SHOP, allowing licensees to become even more creative in bringing trendy and fashionable LITTLEST PET SHOP-licensed products to the global market across all major categories.

Other key LITTLEST PET SHOP licensing highlights include: footwear from Adventure Diffusion (Austria, France, Germany, Portugal, Switzerland, Spain); a variety of book and calendar formats from Scholastic (U.S.), Hachette (Europe), and Trends International (U.S.); digital games from Electronic Arts, Inc. (Worldwide); back-to-school items from Accessory Innovation (U.S.) and Ruz (Mexico); health care products from Johnson & Johnson (U.S.); and confectionary items from Hot Shots (Australia, NZ).

CHUCK & FRIENDS: LICENSEES "GET TO WORK" ON PRESCHOOL BRAND FOR BOYS

"The Adventures of Chuck and Friends" will roll onto the scene and into preschoolers' hearts in a big way this fall on The Hub. Hasbro is already on its way to building a strong CHUCK & FRIENDS licensing program across key categories such as apparel and footwear, publishing, and seasonal that will feature a "truckload" of fun and engaging goods for young boys at retail in 2011.

PLAYSKOOL: PLAY + LEARNING

The time-tested and Mom-trusted PLAYSKOOL brand embodies the philosophy that play is nature's classroom where fun is learning for young children. The licensing program builds on the PLAYSKOOL More Than Play inspiration, bringing engaging and quality products from apparel to books to the global market.

In 2010, PLAYSKOOL's spokespud, MR. POTATO HEAD, will embark on a jam packed entertainment schedule. In summer he starts strong with his return to the silver screen in the Disney-Pixar release of Toy Story 3. Following that, music fans will see a special limited edition MR. POTATO HEAD ELVIS PRESLEY figure arrive at U.S. specialty retail stores to celebrate the year-long Elvis 75th anniversary. To wrap this star-spudded year, families worldwide will welcome back MR. POTATO HEAD as the host of Electronic Arts, Inc.'s 'HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT 3 video game this fall.

Additional key PLAYSKOOL licensing highlights include: a variety of book formats from both Leap Year Publishing (U.S.) and Simon & Schuster (U.S.); confectionary items from Bakery Crafts (U.S.); Halloween costumes from Disguise (U.S.); t-shirts from Fortune Fashions, Freeze and Mad Engine (U.S.); indoor play environment from Moose Mountain Toymakers (U.S.); and a major QSR program (U.S.).

MONOPOLY:MAKING LIFE RICHER FOR 75 YEARS

For 75 years, Hasbro has continued to innovate and provide new ways to play the iconic MONOPOLY game. Published in 111 countries and 43 languages, the MONOPOLY game has been played by more than 1 billion people since it was first introduced in 1935. Recognizing the brand's globally rich heritage, more than 70 licensees have signed on to develop MONOPOLY-branded products supporting the world's favorite family game as it continues to evolve, grow, and deliver amazing new and inventive play experiences.

Other key MONOPOLY licensing highlights include: digital games from Electronic Arts, Inc. (Worldwide); apparel from Mac Group (Australia) and Briefly Stated (U.S.); affinity games from USAopoly (U.S.) and Winning Moves (Europe); t-shirts from Jem Sportswear (U.S.) and Mad Engine (U.S.); and seasonal items from International Greetings (UK).

HASBRO GAMES:INSPIRING FAMILY TRADITIONS AND FUN FOR DECADES

With more than 60 well-known game brands in the Hasbro portfolio, the collective licensing program boasts 180 licensees and continues to expand worldwide. Fueled by Hasbro's highly successful FAMILY GAME NIGHT marketing campaign, which encourages families to set aside time to play games on a regular basis, the increased interest and appeal of popular properties such as SCRABBLE, MONOPOLY, TWISTER, OPERATION and CANDY LAND have created a market opportunity for fun, quality and relevant licensed products that define fans' love for playing games.

This fall, The Hub will deliver two live-action original game shows produced by Hasbro Studios - "Family Game Night" and "Pictureka". In"Family Game Night," kids and adults play as teams for points and prizes. Within each hour-long episode, families will play a variety of classic and enduring Hasbro games including CRANIUM, BOP-IT! and CONNECT 4, challenging both contestants and viewers with strategy, creativity and pure luck. Time is of the essence in "Pictureka!" as both contestants and their families take on the challenge of finding specific objects disguised within a host of elaborately drawn facades. It takes a sharp eye and masterful collaboration to tackle the challenges and win points and prizes.

On the bigger screen, Hasbro is collaborating with Universal Pictures on a live-action BATTLESHIP movie slated for summer 2012 and has also signed on to produce films based on other Hasbro Game brands, including MONOPOLY, CANDY LAND, and OUIJA. Theater release dates have not yet been announced for the future movies.

Other key Hasbro Games licensing highlights include: digital games from Electronic Arts, Inc. (Worldwide); confectionary items from Gamesformotion (Europe); t-shirts from Fortune Fashions (U.S.) and C-Life (U.S.); Official SCRABBLE Dictionary from Merriam Webster (U.S.) and Briefly Stated (U.S.); and seasonal items from International Greetings (UK).

About Hasbro

Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE:HAS) is a worldwide leader in children's and family leisure time products and services with a rich portfolio of brands and entertainment properties that provides some of the highest quality and most recognizable play and recreational experiences in the world. As a brand-driven, consumer-focused global company, Hasbro brings to market a range of toys, games and licensed products, from traditional to high-tech and digital, under such powerful brand names as TRANSFORMERS, PLAYSKOOL, TONKA, MILTON BRADLEY, PARKER BROTHERS, CRANIUM and WIZARDS OF THE COAST. Come see how we inspire play through our brands at Hasbro Toys, Games, Action Figures and More... © 2010 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Activision have started a competition to find the UKs biggest Transformers fan to celebrate the upcoming release of Transformers War For Cybertron within the UK.

The Search for the Biggest Transformers Fan Rolls Out Across the UK

Do you know your Megatron from your Optimus Prime? Your Bumblebee from your Cybertron? If so, to celebrate the launch of the new video game Transformers: War for Cybertron, we are on the look out to find the UK’s most enthusiastic Transformers aficionado.

For the nationwide search, which begins on the 25th May, a select panel of judges will be looking for the ultimate fan. So if you have every Transformer toy ever made, your home has more in common with a wreckage on Cybertron than a semi-detached house or if you simply love dressing up as your favourite character, let us know as the winner of the ultimate fan competition will win a life-sized drawing of themselves as a Transformer, specially designed by Transformer artist extraordinaire Jon Davis Hunt, a fantastic prize for any Transformer fan.

How to enter:

If you think you fit the bill then submit your entry to activisionpr@frankpr.it You’ll need to include an image illustrating your claim to be biggest fan and, in no more than 100 words, a description as to why you think you should win.

The competition is now open and closes 13th June

Good luck and roll out!

Transformers: War for Cybertron, launches 25th June 2010, is a gripping, 3rd person action shooter set on the Transformers’ war-ravaged homeland. Complete with several multiplayer modes, the game allows gamers to play through story missions with their friends in co-op, as well as create their own Transformers character for competitive head-to-head multiplayer modes, choosing among four distinct character classes and selecting from a huge variety of weapons, skills and abilities. To find out more about the new video game Transformers: War for Cybertron please visit www.transformersgame.com

Credit to  TFW2005.com for the original post.

Transformers: War For Cybertron developers Andrew Zaferakis and Matt Tieger have produced another video, available below, which highlights the multiplayer mode of the anticipated Transformers video game.
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Australian online game store jbhifionline have placed a pre-order for the upcoming Transformers War For Cyberton video game with a difference.  There pre-order includes a tie-in comic form IDW.  You can view the listing here.

Credit to Mr K of the TFW2005 boards for the spot.

Gametrailers.com have posted an exclusive Transformers: War For Cybertron video with game director Matt Tieger and lead dsigner Matt Krytstek in which they talk about the various Autobot and Decepticon campaigns. You can watch the video below.

GameTrailers.com have posted­ a video trailer about the story behind Transformers: War For Cybertron which gives you a little taster of the themes behind both the Autobot and Decepticon campaign modes.

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The official website for Transformers War For Cybertron has been updated with new images and bios of playable characters Sideswipe, Jetfire and Thundercracker.  You can either visit their or browse through the mirrored images without our War For Cybertron image gallery which includes the images showing the full profiles for all of the characters shown on the official site thus far.

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