10TACLE STUDIOS Asia and MTV Networks Asia sign an online cooperation agreement
MTV Networks Asia and 10T Asia leads the next expanded development of an online entertainment channel featuring community, games and online virtual world.
PRESS RELEASE
06 SEPTEMBER 2007
Singapore, 06 September 2007 - 10TACLE STUDIOS Pte Ltd (10T Asia) and MTV Asia LDC (MTV Networks Asia) have signed a cooperation agreement for the branding and marketing of an online entertainment channel. In March of this year 10TACLE STUDIOS AG and MTV Networks Germany GmbH announced the development of a similar project for Europe, starting with German speaking countries.
This innovative cross-media platform will offer a one-stop digital destination for online gaming, 3D immersive virtual world, social networking and digital content consumption, offering users a new dynamic, interactive way to access MTV content.
In an ongoing rollout, this online entertainment channel will be released firstly in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines, with additional countries following over the next six months. Mid 2008 should already see thousands of users from all over Asia meeting online in this virtual community to chat, take part in online events, play games together or take advantage of the media download possibilities available.
In keeping with the proven and innovative Asian online gaming business model, the partnership of MTV Networks Asia and 10T Asia will maximises the platform's potential through micro-transactions, sponsorship, e-commerce and advertising.
"The 10TACLE STUDIOS and MTV partnership is a milestone for MTV Networks in strengthening our online gaming, entertainment and lifestyle offering to our audience in Asia. It is anticipated with tremendous synergies between MTV's branded content and 10TACLE STUDIOS' technology, as well as, the ability to create completely new multi-platform interactive experiences engaging MTV's audience across the region", said Robert Kim, Senior Director Digital Media, MTV Networks Asia.
"10T Asia has redefined itself from a traditional games and production business by spearheading 10TACLE STUIDIOS' international online entertainment and lifestyle strategy. This close collaboration with MTV opens up incredibly exciting opportunities in the interactive digital media space through the convergence of on-air and online media platforms", acknowledges Aroon Tan, CEO of 10TACLE STUDIOS Asia.
"Since our beginnings in 2003, I have always dreamt about the power and potential of a truly Asian - European development where we can maximise our unique advantage of having regional headquarters in both markets. By achieving such a relationship in two key territories, I have great confidence in our ability of conquering this new media space. With a truly convergent platform, and the ideal partner in MTV, we set out to grab this ready made market that engages in digital music downloads, social networks, games and virtual worlds", said
About MTV Networks in Asia and the Pacific:
MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks in Asia and the Pacific comprises three distinctly branded channels in the region reaching more than 400 million households: MTV, the world's largest television network and the leading multimedia brand for youth; Nickelodeon, the leading entertainment brand dedicated exclusively to kids; and VH1, the music video network that keeps adult viewers connected to the music they love. In Asia and the Pacific, MTV and Nickelodeon's businesses also include branded consumer products, program sales and digital media comprising of 19 websites, three broadband services and various mobile platforms. MTV Networks in Asia and the Pacific has a total of 25 channels which are seen via 24-hour and programming blocks.
About 10TACLE STUDIOS Pte Ltd:
10TACLE STUDIOS Asia, founded in 2004 and headquartered in Singapore, is providing a "Gateway" from and into Asia for the 10TACLE STUDIOS. The company represents all aspects of the game operations with an Asian focus. 10TACLE STUDIO Asia is specialised in producing original online games, "packaging" western titles for online distribution and management of "value added" services for the Asian gamer. Their network of partners covers all relevant Asian new economies: Southeast Asia, Korea and China.
About 10TACLE STUDIOS AG:
Listed in the General Standard of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, 10TACLE STUDIOS AG (WKN: TACL10, ISIN DE000TACL107) is one of Europe's leading independent developers and producers of high-end computer and video games. 10TACLE STUDIOS AG produces top-quality products that meet international development standards, and its product portfolio covers all relevant, high-growth segments in the games market. Currently, around 440 employees work for the Company at its headquarters in Darmstadt and the development sites in Hanover, Duisburg, London, Charleroi, Bratislava, Budapest and Singapore. 10TACLE STUDIOS AG's revenue increased in the first six month of 2007 to 19.4 million EUR (first six months 2006: 12.71 million EUR). During the same period, EBIT increased sharply to 3.37 million EUR (previous year: 2.3 million EUR).
For further information:
Ho Yan MOK
MTV Networks in Asia and the Pacific
P: 852-2313-8018 (direct)
Email: mokhy@mtv-asia.com
For further information:
Alex Loo
10TACLE STUDIOS Pte Ltd
P: +65 6221 2478
Email: press@10tacle-asia.com