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ACTIVISION SHOWCASES BLOCKBUSTER LINEUP OF PC GAMES AT 2001 E3 EXPO

Activision, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) will continue to demonstrate its leadership on the PC by showcasing a dynamic slate of games at the 2001 Electronic Entertainment Expo. The blockbuster lineup includes Return to Castle Wolfenstein, the highly anticipated follow up to id Software’s classic hit Wolfenstein 3DÒ; Soldier of Fortune® 2, the sequel to the highly acclaimed action game, Soldier of Fortune; two titles based on the Star Trek franchise – Star Trek Bridge Commander and Star Trek Armada II; and the next-generation of racing games, Supercar Street Challenge.

"Activision is committed to developing games that deliver hard-hitting gameplay, superior graphics and leading edge technology," states Ron Doornink, President and COO, Activision, Inc. "We are backing that commitment with capital resources, strategic alliances and the best talent in the industry."

Titles being demonstrated in Activision’s booth #946 in the South Hall include:

Return to Castle Wolfenstein

The heart-stopping follow-up to one of the most revered PC games of all time, Return to Castle Wolfenstein uncovers Hitler's horrifying obsession with the occult, living dead, and genetic mutations. As B.J. Blaskowitz, an Army Ranger recruited into the Office of Secret Actions (OSA), players infiltrate deep into the twisted bowels of the Third Reich to battle the horrific super-soldiers, zombies and mutants forged in the unearthly experiments of Heinrich Himmler. Built on the powerful QUAKE III Arena™ engine, Return to Castle Wolfenstein delivers fast-paced action and white-knuckle suspense. Prepare for a most frightening and action-packed adventure teeming with shocking paranormal experiments, nightmarish SS weaponry and bone chilling encounters with the Fuhrer's unrelenting henchmen. The game is being developed by Gray Matter Interactive Studios in conjunction with id Software and is expected to hit retail shelves this fall. The title is currently rated "RP" (Rating Pending) by the ESRB.

Soldier of Fortune II Double Helix

The sequel to one of the top first-person action games of 2000, Soldier of Fortune II Double Helix delivers gritty intense action, mind blowing QUAKE III Arena powered graphics and a story rivaling a Hollywood blockbuster. Featuring advanced artificial intelligence and real-world weaponry, enemies and military devices, the game puts players in the role of John Mullins a military consultant working for the top-secret anti-terrorist group known only as The Shop. As Mullins, players must tackle a wide-range of missions from hostage rescue and intelligence gathering to search-and-destroy. Additionally, in order to complete their objectives, players will make use of a variety of gameplay tactics ranging from full frontal assaults to stealth and subterfuge. Soldier of Fortune II Double Helix is being developed by Raven Software and is expected to hit retail shelves this winter. The title is currently rated "RP" (Rating Pending) by the ESRB.

Star Trek Bridge Commander

Set in the Star Trek: The Next Generation® universe, Star Trek Bridge Commander is the first space simulation ever to put gamers on the bridge as the captain of a Galaxy or Sovereign-class starship. Gamers will be able to control the action directly in a fully immersive tactical mode or by issuing commands to their crew while viewing the action from the bridge. The game will feature a variety of challenging missions compelling starship combat, cameo appearances by Captain Picard and Commander Data, and a multiplayer option that will give gamers the chance to command any ship in the game. Star Trek Bridge Commander is being developed for Activision by Lawrence Holland’s Totally Games and is expected to hit retail shelves this summer. The title is currently rated "RP" (Rating Pending) by the ESRB.

Star Trek Armada II

Star Trek Armada II is the sequel to the popular game Star Trek Armada, the best- selling Star Trek RTS ever. An innovative RTS, the game adds a new level of strategy and realism to the original by allowing players to command from a 3D tactical view. Set in The Next Generation universe, Star Trek Armada II’s story unfolds through three single-player campaigns played as the Federation, Klingons and Borg. Additionally, the Cardassians, Romulans and Species 8472 will join the fray throughout the single-player campaigns. Star Trek Armada II also features an extensive range of multiplayer options, including up to eight player competitions over LAN and the Internet via GameSpy. The game is being developed for Activision by Mad Doc Software and is expected to hit retail shelves this fall. The title is currently rated "RP" (Rating Pending) by the ESRB.

Supercar Street Challenge

A supercharged racing game, Supercar Street Challenge seats gamers behind the wheel of more than nine next-generation supercars that have been licensed from such renowned car manufacturers as Lotus, Bertone and Callaway, or design and race their own car using the game’s unique styling studio. Players can also compete in no-holds-barred races through the streets of seven interactive city environments. An exhilarating driving experience, the game boasts advanced AI, realistic driving physics, high-resolution graphics (60 FPS) and amazing handling. Supercar Street Challenge is being developed for Activision by Exakt Entertainment and is expected to hit retail shelves this summer. The title is currently rated "RP" (Rating Pending) by the ESRB.

id –- Freud's primal part of the human psyche and one of the hottest game shops on Earth - has been rocking the gaming world from Mesquite, Texas since 1991. As a renowned leader in the industry, id Software forged such frenetic titles as Wolfenstein 3D®, DOOM®, DOOM II™, QUAKE® and QUAKE II™. With intense graphics and mind-blowing action, id’s games continually break retail and shareware sales records. And, in keeping with tradition, id Software has amplified the world of adrenaline pumping 3-D gaming with the release of their latest action titles, QUAKE III Arena™ and QUAKE III: Team Arena™. id’s advanced QUAKE III Arena engine is leading the next revolution in 3-D interactive games with both single and multiplayer technology. Check out more about id Software at www.idsoftware.com.

With a library of over 4,700 proprietary characters, Marvel Enterprises, Inc. is one of the world's most prominent character-based entertainment companies. Marvel's operations are focused in five divisions: entertainment (Marvel Studios), licensing, toys (Toy Biz), comic book publishing and Internet/New Media. Marvel facilitates the creation of entertainment projects, including feature films, television, home video and the Internet, based on its characters and also licenses its characters for use in a wide range of consumer products and services including video and computer games, apparel, collectibles, snack foods and promotions. Marvel's characters and plot lines are created by its comic book division which continues to maintain a leadership position in the U.S. and worldwide while also serving as an invaluable source of intellectual property. For additional information visit the Marvel Web site at http://www.marvel.com.

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Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. Founded in 1979, Activision posted revenues of $620 million for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2001.

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