May 9, 2006

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. Establishes 2K Shanghai

2K Shanghai Development Studio and Sales Office Strengthens 2K’s Global Strategy

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. today announced that it has opened a new development studio under its 2K label in Shanghai, China. The new studio, 2K Shanghai, is completing development of the Chinese-language version of Sid Meier’s Civilization: IV for the PC expected to be available later this summer.

2K Shanghai will develop new original IP and co-develop products with other 2K studios around the world. Additionally, 2K Shanghai will serve as a hub for sales, marketing, development and outsourcing opportunities in China.

“There is an enormous amount of development talent in China and it is also a great market for some of our franchises,” said Christoph Hartmann, President, 2K. “With this studio, 2K is poised to participate in this rapidly emerging gaming market.”

For more information, please visit http://www.2Kgames.com

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