Take-Two Interactive (Page 11)

Chart-Track has released finalised UK sales data showing that GTA IV sold a record 926,000 units in its first week

Publisher claims that its freedom of speech and contractual rights have been violated

But EA says USD 2 billion offer takes into account stock fluctuations

GameStop sees lift in PS3 sales and believes GTA IV may trigger PS2 owners to upgrade to the newer Sony console

Producer estimates price tag of $100 million and notes criticism comes mostly from people who haven't played the game

Chart-Track is reporting preliminary sales data for GTA IV showing that the title has eclipsed all prior records

"Our expectations are higher than analysts give the game credit for," says CEO

A look back at the first decade of Grand Theft Auto from 1997-2008

Industry insiders give their candid opinions on the nature and success of the Grand Theft Auto series

Strauss Zelnick reiterates the Take-Two board's position, and notes "expressions of interest" from additional parties

Electronic Arts gives shareholders until May 16 to consider USD 2 billion acquisition offer

Zelnick takes opportunity to highlight company's value on the eve of the expiration of EA's offer

In its 8-K form filed with the SEC, Take-Two has disclosed a shareholder lawsuit related to EA's takeover

Take-Two's stockholder meeting to take place later today, as EA's USD 26 per share tender offer expires tomorrow night

The time allotted for Take-Two stockholders to nominate directors or propose new business has expired

Take-Two expects record setting sales for latest title in the franchise

Publisher plans to develop its presence in Asia, creating a new position and Singapore office

Sony and Take-Two partner for 40GB PS3 with Rockstar's highly-anticipated title

Rockstar New England formed after the Take-Two developer acquires Mad Doc Software

Latest title from Rockstar is censored in order to receive an MA15+ rating

Ratings board examines over five hours of gameplay for Rockstar's biggest game of the year

EA has amended its takeover offer in response to a poison pill, extending the deadline to April 18

Analyst does not believe Take-Two will be worth more following the release of Grand Theft Auto IV

Publisher begins talks with possible business partners as Zelnick dismisses EA's offer as "wrong price, wrong time"

Following yesterday's tender offer by Electronic Arts to buy any outstanding shares of common stock for USD 26 per share, the spotlight has fallen on Take-Two's key development talent in the event that the take-over turns hostile.