Rockstar announces Manhunt 2

Releases scheduled for PS2, PSP, and yes, even Wii.

Rockstar Games issued a press release today detailing the current production of the sequel to one of their darkest games, Manhunt. The game will be published this summer on three different platforms: PS2, PSP, and Wii.

Manhunt 2 will be the developmental debut of the newly formed Rockstar London studio, which will collaborate with the series' former development team, Rockstar North. Development team Rockstar Toronto will be handling the Wii version.

The official press release is below.

New York, NY--February 6, 2007--Rockstar Games, the world-renowned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), is proud to announce Manhunt 2 for the PlayStation 2 system, PSP system, and Nintendo's Wii. Manhunt 2 is the debut title from the newly formed Rockstar London studio, which is developing the game in conjunction with series creator Rockstar North. The Wii version is being developed by Rockstar Toronto. Manhunt 2 will be available this summer.

"With Manhunt 2 we have tried to create a game that stays close to the original concept of chilling suspense and stealth, whilst pushing the game design and storytelling forward," said Sam Houser, founder and executive producer of Rockstar Games. "We are also excited to have our newest development team, Rockstar London, working on the title alongside our two established UK studios, Rockstar North and Leeds."

For more information on Manhunt 2 please visit www.rockstargames.com.

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