US deal for Big Mutha Truckers

Empire Interactive Puts the Pedal To the Metal With Big Mutha Truckers GENRE BREAKING RACING ADVENTURE-MANAGEMENT TITLE TO BE PUBLISHED IN NORTH AMERICA November 18, 2002, San Francisco, CA- Empire Interactive today announced the publishing rights in North America for developer Eutechnyx’s latest project, Big Mutha Truckers, on the Xbox™ video game system from Microsoft®, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, and PC. Big Mutha Truckers recruit players to take command of an 18-wheel rig, trucking from city to city, wheeling and dealing, and upping the stakes as they battle to build up a personal fortune to take control over Big Momma’s trucking company. Along the way, players will run into the local biker gangs, corrupt sheriffs, and even their own siblings, who are also out to amass their own fortune – even if it’s at the player’s expense. This mission-based driving game is slated for a Spring release on all platforms in North America. “Big Mutha Truckers is an exciting trucking experience that will appeal to players who enjoy driving or management style games,” said Empire Interactive’s North American General Manager, Jimmy Lamorticelli. “We are happy working with Eutechnyx, an established and well received developer for the racing and driving genre. The game looks amazing, the concept is innovative and entertaining.” Brian Jobling, Managing Director of Eutechnyx added, “We’re very pleased to be working with Empire Interactive on this unique and exciting game. Big Mutha Truckers will capture the hearts and imagination of game consumers who are looking for an original gaming experience.”