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MICHAEL VAUGHAN CRICKET 06/07 TO HIT MOBILES FOR SIX

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London, 28 June 2006 - Player One, leading global publisher of games and content for mobile phones, is delighted to announce the release of Michael Vaughan Cricket 06/07. Following the memorable Ashes win over the Aussies, Player One are excited to be once again teaming up with the world's most inspirational captain, Michael Vaughan. 'I am delighted to be working with Player One on this new game. They have thought of everything in making this the ultimate cricket game and with me spending a fair amount of time at home over the next few months I can't wait to use the game to improve my technique!' Michael Vaughan Cricket 06/07 has a host of new features including, eight national teams to choose from, eight venues and over 100 players, each with detailed statistics based on the world's top cricketers. With eight batting shots and 12 types of bowling delivery together with left and right handed batsmen, Michael Vaughan Cricket 06/07 is sure to be as popular as its predecessor. The isometric fielding view in 3D-style gives players the opportunity to set-up their teams with one of the seven field settings from Michael Vaughan's successful Ashes campaign. With fielding having played such an important part in the England team's success, Michael Vaughan Cricket 06/07 has included a number of new fielding features, including run-outs! Great sound effects and a TV style presentation along with the added features will ensure Michael Vaughan Cricket 06/07 players get to enjoy a game of the highest quality. Pete Russell, Managing Director, Player One commented: "We are delighted to announce the release of Michael Vaughan Cricket 06/07 after the success of the England captain's first mobile phone game last year. Michael Vaughan has already written his name into the history books with his performances last summer and we believe that this game takes mobile sports games to a new level in terms of depth and quality. This is fantastic addition to Player One's growing collection of sports licenses and the quality of the game play will give mobile game players around the world a great experience." Michael Vaughan Cricket 06/07 will be available to download from all major UK mobile operators or by simply texting MV2 to 87070* from the beginning of July. "Michael Vaughan Cricket 06/07" is just one of a range of high quality licensed titles set for release this year. Other releases this year include "Rogue Trooper", "Freddie Flintoff Challenge Cricket", "Nebulus" and "Reactor Pinball". -ends- Notes to editors: *Terms & Conditions

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Please check your appropriate operator for specific T&C's. About Player One Limited
Player One Ltd is a leading global mobile content provider and games publisher, leveraging World renowned sports and entertainment IP. Formed in 1999, the company has grown its stable of properties across a range of applications and platforms including Java and BREW and holds a rapidly expanding library of high quality sports and entertainment brand licenses content featuring some of the strongest brands in sport. Recent successes include the acclaimed mobile phone games, "Ronnie O'Sullivan Snooker", "Pokermillion", "Michael Vaughan's International Cricket", "Manchester United's 6-a-side Soccer", "Mike Tyson Boxing" and "The Grand National". Pete Russell, Managing Director, Player One Ltd, +44(0)20 7 591 7725, pete.russell@player-1.net Player One - Licence Partners
IFPL, Manchester United, International Cricket Council, Pokermillion, Frankie Dettori, Michael Vaughan, Freddie Flintoff, Pat Cash, Steve Davis, British & Irish Lions, Jenson Button, Mike Tyson, Davis Cup, Young Bond, Darren Clarke, Ronnie O'Sullivan. For further information, handsets and game demos:

Stacey Lewis @ Player One
Tel: +44 (0)20 7 591 7725
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Email: stacey.lewis@player-1.net

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