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![Electronic Arts and PopCap Games’ forthcoming Plants Vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare has been hyped as one of the most interesting additions to the Xbox One’s line-up, even if the expectation of how the videogame will play remains low. It’s all about the humour, and in […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/plantsvszombies_artheader-36x36.jpg "[Sponsored Video] Plants Vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare Live Action Trailer Revealed")
[Sponsored Video] Plants Vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare Live Action Trailer Revealed
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![The forthcoming Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z is one of the highest profile releases of the first quarter of 2014, thanks to the attachment of some of the biggest names in Japanese action videogame design, and Tecmo Koei Europe are gearing-up for a huge launch next […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/yaiba_artheader-36x36.jpg "Tecmo Koei Europe Talk Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z")
Tecmo Koei Europe Talk Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z
Posted on 17 February, 2014 | No Comments -
![Square Enix Ltd. are set to launch the highly anticipated reboot of the much loved Thief franchise later this month, and to spread awareness the publisher has revealed a brand new trailer for the videogame. Setting the scene as well as confirming the launch date, […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/thief_artheader-36x36.jpg "Thief Previews Trailer Revealed")
Thief Previews Trailer Revealed
Posted on 16 February, 2014 | No Comments -
![This last week saw the long awaited release of the first story-driven downloadable content (DLC) pack for the critically acclaimed The Last of Us. Accompanying this release comes a brand new launch trailer, available here at Electronic Theatre in English, French and Dutch. Related Posts:The […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/thelastofus_artheader-36x36.jpg "The Last of Us: Left Behind International Launch Trailers Revealed")
The Last of Us: Left Behind International Launch Trailers Revealed
Posted on 15 February, 2014 | No Comments -
![Nintendo has announced that the highly anticipated Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze will be available later this month, exclusively for Wii U. In this adventure, the Kongs must reclaim their island from the dastardly Snowmads of the northern seas. To do this, they need to […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/donkeykongcountry_tropicalfreeze_artheader-36x36.jpg "Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze Launches This Month")
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze Launches This Month
Posted on 15 February, 2014 | No Comments
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Game Streaming in the Multi-Millions
Posted 3 days ago | No CommentsA new infographic has been published, detailing the success of videogame streaming as a progressive medium. Related Posts:No Related Posts -
![Today sees the launch of VRFocus.com a new independent website which is dedicated to VR technology. It’s a very exciting time for gamers and VR is set to become a headline act in 2014 with VR headsets on the way from Oculus and other hardware […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/VRfocus-business-card-frontv1.1-115x115.jpg "VRFocus Launches")
VRFocus Launches
Posted on 13 February, 2014 | No CommentsToday sees the launch of VRFocus.com a new independent website which is dedicated to VR technology. It’s a very exciting time for gamers and VR is set to become a headline act in 2014 with VR headsets on the way from Oculus and other hardware […] -
![Millions of UK households do not have the broadband speeds needed to cope with the expectations of the new generation of videogame consoles, according to independent research commissioned by Virgin Media. An overwhelming majority of console users are significantly underestimating how long it will take […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/xboxone_artheader-115x115.jpg "UK Broadband Failing to Meet Console Demand")
UK Broadband Failing to Meet Console Demand
Posted on 2 January, 2014 | No CommentsMillions of UK households do not have the broadband speeds needed to cope with the expectations of the new generation of videogame consoles, according to independent research commissioned by Virgin Media. An overwhelming majority of console users are significantly underestimating how long it will take […] -
![Industry veterans Team17 are to re-enter the third-party publishing arena after a hiatus of almost two decades. For those who may not be aware Team17 started life as a publisher almost twenty three years ago, publishing classics such as Alien Breed, Project-X, Superfrog, Assassin, ATR, […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/light_artheader-115x115.jpg "Team17 Re-Enter Third-Party Publishing with Light")
Team17 Re-Enter Third-Party Publishing with Light
Posted on 20 November, 2013 | No CommentsIndustry veterans Team17 are to re-enter the third-party publishing arena after a hiatus of almost two decades. For those who may not be aware Team17 started life as a publisher almost twenty three years ago, publishing classics such as Alien Breed, Project-X, Superfrog, Assassin, ATR, […] -
![nDreams Ltd. today announced a series of online charity auctions with the intention of raising money for a range of fantastic charities including Cancer Research UK, RLNI, Congo Action and Special Effect. The auctions will run from today, 7th November 2013, for ten days. Related […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/ndreams_artheader-115x115.jpg "nDreams Launch Charity Auction Campaign")
nDreams Launch Charity Auction Campaign
Posted on 7 November, 2013 | No CommentsnDreams Ltd. today announced a series of online charity auctions with the intention of raising money for a range of fantastic charities including Cancer Research UK, RLNI, Congo Action and Special Effect. The auctions will run from today, 7th November 2013, for ten days. Related […] -
![Ubisoft and Square Enix have announced that a range of merchandise from each company is now available for fans to purchase in both Ubisoft’s Uplay Shop and the Square Enix Store across EMEA territories. In addition, Square Enix Products is expanding the range of character […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/assassinscreed_artheader-115x115.jpg "Square Enix & Ubisoft Co-Operate on Merchandise Retail")
Square Enix & Ubisoft Co-Operate on Merchandise Retail
Posted on 7 November, 2013 | No CommentsUbisoft and Square Enix have announced that a range of merchandise from each company is now available for fans to purchase in both Ubisoft’s Uplay Shop and the Square Enix Store across EMEA territories. In addition, Square Enix Products is expanding the range of character […] -
![In what seems to be becoming an annual event in as much as the launch of a new Call of Duty videogame itself, Asda has been the first to reveal its discounted price for the forthcoming Call of Duty: Ghosts. Asda stores will be on […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/callofduty_ghosts_artheader-115x115.jpg "First Shots Fired in Call of Duty: Ghosts Price War")
First Shots Fired in Call of Duty: Ghosts Price War
Posted on 4 November, 2013 | No CommentsIn what seems to be becoming an annual event in as much as the launch of a new Call of Duty videogame itself, Asda has been the first to reveal its discounted price for the forthcoming Call of Duty: Ghosts. Asda stores will be on […] -
![The Golden Joystick Awards presented by Green Man Gaming today announces that Ken Levine, BioShock Creative Director and Co-Founder of Irrational Games, will be bestowed with a special Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony. For the first time in its thirty one year history, […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/goldenjoysticks13_artheader-115x115.jpg "Ken Levine to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Golden Joysticks")
Ken Levine to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Golden Joysticks
Posted on 23 October, 2013 | 1 CommentThe Golden Joystick Awards presented by Green Man Gaming today announces that Ken Levine, BioShock Creative Director and Co-Founder of Irrational Games, will be bestowed with a special Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony. For the first time in its thirty one year history, […] -
Golden Joystick Awards 2013 Nominees Announced
Posted on 29 August, 2013 | No CommentsThe Golden Joystick Awards today announces the shortlist for its 2013 ceremony with public voting now open. Celebrating the very best in the videogames industry, the Golden Joystick Awards are the only annual awards voted for by gamers, garnering a record-breaking four million votes last […] -
![Bitsquid have announced that both War of the Vikings and Magicka: Wizards War are currently being developed on the Bitsquid Game Engine. Both titles are set to be published by Paradox Interactive exclusively for PC, though the Bitsquid Game Engine is compatible with most modern […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/magicka_wizard_wars_artheader-115x115.jpg "Paradox License Bitsquid Game Engine")
Paradox License Bitsquid Game Engine
Posted on 27 August, 2013 | No CommentsBitsquid have announced that both War of the Vikings and Magicka: Wizards War are currently being developed on the Bitsquid Game Engine. Both titles are set to be published by Paradox Interactive exclusively for PC, though the Bitsquid Game Engine is compatible with most modern […] -
The UK’s ‘Average Gamer’ Defined by Social Network
Posted on 13 July, 2013 | No CommentsThe average gamer is married, aged 35 and earns £23k a year, a new study has revealed. Researchers found that while the stereotypical gamer is a student with plenty of time on their hands, it is actually settled, working Brits who are most likely to unwind […] -
![A recent report by Juniper Research has forecast that in 2017, over 160 billion apps will be downloaded globally onto consumer handsets and tablets. This sharp increase, from 80 billion in 2013, is a result of many consumers in developing markets upgrading from featurephones to […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/windowsphone_artheader-115x115.jpg "Videogames Pushing Mobile App Growth")
Videogames Pushing Mobile App Growth
Posted on 11 July, 2013 | 1 CommentA recent report by Juniper Research has forecast that in 2017, over 160 billion apps will be downloaded globally onto consumer handsets and tablets. This sharp increase, from 80 billion in 2013, is a result of many consumers in developing markets upgrading from featurephones to […] -
![It’s long held true that the launch of Nintendo’s Wii proposed an insurmountable challenge to the competition, with astronomical sales figures that no one could have predicted. Now however, six years later, Microsoft Studios has done the impossible, as the Xbox 360 has officially become […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/xbox360_artheader-115x115.jpg "Xbox 360 Becomes UK’s Best Selling Console")
Xbox 360 Becomes UK’s Best Selling Console
Posted on 27 June, 2013 | 2 CommentsIt’s long held true that the launch of Nintendo’s Wii proposed an insurmountable challenge to the competition, with astronomical sales figures that no one could have predicted. Now however, six years later, Microsoft Studios has done the impossible, as the Xbox 360 has officially become […] -
![EA SPORTS and Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) have announced an extension of their existing licensing agreement. Under the terms of the agreement, EA SPORTS maintains exclusive rights to release FIFA-branded action and management videogames. In addition, EA SPORTS also holds exclusive rights to […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/fifa_14_artheader-115x115.jpg "EA Sports Extend FIFA Licensing Agreement")
EA Sports Extend FIFA Licensing Agreement
Posted on 21 June, 2013 | No CommentsEA SPORTS and Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) have announced an extension of their existing licensing agreement. Under the terms of the agreement, EA SPORTS maintains exclusive rights to release FIFA-branded action and management videogames. In addition, EA SPORTS also holds exclusive rights to […] -
![Retailers across the globe are doing the best to capitalise on the popularity of videogames as we enter the next-generation of consoles, with UK supermarket Sainsbury’s following their hardware promotions with an intriguing software offer. More than thirty of the biggest names from last week’s […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/e32013_archive-115x115.jpg "Sainsbury’s Offer Post-E3 Pre-Order Promotion")
Sainsbury’s Offer Post-E3 Pre-Order Promotion
Posted on 19 June, 2013 | 1 CommentRetailers across the globe are doing the best to capitalise on the popularity of videogames as we enter the next-generation of consoles, with UK supermarket Sainsbury’s following their hardware promotions with an intriguing software offer. More than thirty of the biggest names from last week’s […] -
Retailer Capitalises on Next-Gen Competition with Playable Advertisement
Posted on 18 June, 2013 | 1 CommentA team of UK tech experts have developed the first ‘gamergraphic,’ an interactive information sheet filled with trailers and discount offers from UK retailers. Capitalising on the next-generation console wars, players are asked to pick a side between Xbox One and PlayStation 4. Related Posts:Roxio […] -
Next-Generation Consoles Sized-Up
Posted on 12 June, 2013 | 1 CommentMany of Electronic Theatre’s regular readers have been enquiring about the size of the next-generation consoles. Many images have been revealed so far, but this means little when delivered without any comparison. Electronic Theatre has listened to these demands, and delivered the goods with a […] -
![The company Deck13 from Frankfurt, Germany, is today announcing the takeover of Cranberry Productions. Deck13 has many years of experience in videogame development, and is noted in particular for high-quality titles such as the successful Jack Keane series. Cranberry Productions (Black Mirror, Lost Chronicles of […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/lords_of_the_fallen_artheader-115x115.jpg "Deck13 Acquire Cranberry Productions for Next-Generation Development")
Deck13 Acquire Cranberry Productions for Next-Generation Development
Posted on 7 June, 2013 | No CommentsThe company Deck13 from Frankfurt, Germany, is today announcing the takeover of Cranberry Productions. Deck13 has many years of experience in videogame development, and is noted in particular for high-quality titles such as the successful Jack Keane series. Cranberry Productions (Black Mirror, Lost Chronicles of […] -
![Tecmo Koei Europe has announced its Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2013 line-up, featuring some hugely popular titles for current-generation formats. Headlining the showcase is the artistic collaboration project of “cyber ninja zombie slashing” between renowned developers Team NINJA and comcept’s Keiji Inafune, Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/dynastywarriors8_artheader-115x115.jpg "Tecmo Koei Europe Reveal E3 Line-Up")
Tecmo Koei Europe Reveal E3 Line-Up
Posted on 4 June, 2013 | No CommentsTecmo Koei Europe has announced its Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2013 line-up, featuring some hugely popular titles for current-generation formats. Headlining the showcase is the artistic collaboration project of “cyber ninja zombie slashing” between renowned developers Team NINJA and comcept’s Keiji Inafune, Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden […] -
![Ahead of tomorrow’s new generation Xbox reveal, Mediajuice has put together a new trailer from its forthcoming Video Games: The Movie documentary, this time focusing on the next-generation of videogame hardware. Directed by Jeremy Snead, Video Games: The Movie is currently looking to boost it’s […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/videogames_themovie_artheader-115x115.jpg "Industry Luminaries Predict the Next-Generation")
Industry Luminaries Predict the Next-Generation
Posted on 20 May, 2013 | No CommentsAhead of tomorrow’s new generation Xbox reveal, Mediajuice has put together a new trailer from its forthcoming Video Games: The Movie documentary, this time focusing on the next-generation of videogame hardware. Directed by Jeremy Snead, Video Games: The Movie is currently looking to boost it’s […] -
![Despite rumours to the contrary over the past few months, it would appear as though the widely respected Crytek are interested in purchasing the Darksiders franchise. The intellectual property (IP) will go on sale in a final round of closed bid auctions commencing today. Related […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/darksiders2_art17-115x115.jpg "Crytek Looking to Purchase Darksiders")
Crytek Looking to Purchase Darksiders
Posted on 1 April, 2013 | No CommentsDespite rumours to the contrary over the past few months, it would appear as though the widely respected Crytek are interested in purchasing the Darksiders franchise. The intellectual property (IP) will go on sale in a final round of closed bid auctions commencing today. Related […] -
![Prior the recent launch of the official closed beta testing phase for Dragon’s Prophet, Electronic Theatre was given the opportunity to sit down and discuss the forthcoming videogame with the people behind the release; Runewaker Entertainment’s Tony Tang and Infernum Productions’ Andreas Weidenhaupt. Launching into […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/dragonsprophet_art2-115x115.jpg "Infernum on Free-to-Play: ‘If you do it good it’s extremely fair’")
Infernum on Free-to-Play: ‘If you do it good it’s extremely fair’
Posted on 26 March, 2013 | No CommentsPrior the recent launch of the official closed beta testing phase for Dragon’s Prophet, Electronic Theatre was given the opportunity to sit down and discuss the forthcoming videogame with the people behind the release; Runewaker Entertainment’s Tony Tang and Infernum Productions’ Andreas Weidenhaupt. Launching into […] -
![Electronic Arts’ Origin platform has been the subject of much grievance since its launch, as it seems many PC distribution services are next to the might of Valve’s Steam. However, Electronic Arts aren’t about to give up on their web store, now adding physical items […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/origin_artheader-115x115.jpg "Origin Adds Console Games to Catalogue")
Origin Adds Console Games to Catalogue
Posted on 25 March, 2013 | No CommentsElectronic Arts’ Origin platform has been the subject of much grievance since its launch, as it seems many PC distribution services are next to the might of Valve’s Steam. However, Electronic Arts aren’t about to give up on their web store, now adding physical items […] -
![Established German publisher, UIG Entertainment, have announced their brand new label The Role Playing Company, focusing on classical ‘old school’ role-playing games (RPGs) and remakes of well-known and beloved RPG franchises. The label will launch with the release of Realms of Arkania – Blade of […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/nightsandcandles_artheader-115x115.jpg "The Role Playing Company Launches with 2 New Titles")
The Role Playing Company Launches with 2 New Titles
Posted on 14 March, 2013 | No CommentsEstablished German publisher, UIG Entertainment, have announced their brand new label The Role Playing Company, focusing on classical ‘old school’ role-playing games (RPGs) and remakes of well-known and beloved RPG franchises. The label will launch with the release of Realms of Arkania – Blade of […] -
![Following the BAFTA event earlier this week, the full line-up of winners for the British Academy Games Awards has been revealed. Journey, the visual and emotive videogame that evokes in the player a sense of smallness and wonder, collected the Artistic Achievement, Audio Achievement, Game […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/Far-Cry-3-Vaas7-115x115.jpg "BAFTA British Academy Games Awards Winners Announced in Full")
BAFTA British Academy Games Awards Winners Announced in Full
Posted on 7 March, 2013 | No CommentsFollowing the BAFTA event earlier this week, the full line-up of winners for the British Academy Games Awards has been revealed. Journey, the visual and emotive videogame that evokes in the player a sense of smallness and wonder, collected the Artistic Achievement, Audio Achievement, Game […] -
Ubisoft Adds Third-Party Titles to Digital Store
Posted on 25 February, 2013 | No CommentsUbisoft has announced that top titles from leading videogame developers and publishers are now available through Ubisoft’s Uplay shop. PC videogames from Electronic Arts, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, 1C Company, bitComposer Games, Bohemia Interactive, Encore Software, Focus Home Interactive, Freebird Games, Iceberg Interactive, Nordic Games, […] -
![2K and WWE today announced that they have entered into an exclusive multi-year agreement granting 2K the exclusive worldwide rights to publish the critically acclaimed WWE videogame franchise across all major platforms and distribution channels. The series, which will continue to be developed by Yukes […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/WWE2K_artheader-115x115.jpg "2K Games Reveal the Future WWE Videogames")
2K Games Reveal the Future WWE Videogames
Posted on 21 February, 2013 | No Comments2K and WWE today announced that they have entered into an exclusive multi-year agreement granting 2K the exclusive worldwide rights to publish the critically acclaimed WWE videogame franchise across all major platforms and distribution channels. The series, which will continue to be developed by Yukes […] -
![The PlayStation 4 has only been public knowledge for a matter of hours, and yet retailers are already getting in on the action. UK high street specialist retailer GAME were first off the mark, with others following in the short time since. Related Posts:SCEE: ‘PlayStation […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/ps4_artheader-115x115.jpg "PlayStation 4 Pre-Order Campaign Goes Live")
PlayStation 4 Pre-Order Campaign Goes Live
Posted on 21 February, 2013 | 2 CommentsThe PlayStation 4 has only been public knowledge for a matter of hours, and yet retailers are already getting in on the action. UK high street specialist retailer GAME were first off the mark, with others following in the short time since. Related Posts:SCEE: ‘PlayStation […] -
Sony Unveil the PlayStation 4
Posted on 20 February, 2013 | No CommentsSony Computer Entertainment (SCE) has tonight unveiled the PlayStation 4 console, their next-generation videogames console. Featuring live demos and a brand new controller, with the PlayStation 4 SCE are not pulling their punches. Related Posts:SCEE: ‘PlayStation 4: the best next-gen console’DualShock 4 Red & Blue […] -
BAFTA British Academy Games Awards 2013 Nominees Revealed
Posted on 12 February, 2013 | 2 CommentsThe nominations for the British Academy Games Awards 2013 were announced today. This year a total of fifty three videogames have been recognised across seventeen categories, showcasing some of the most popular and groundbreaking games of the last twelve months and highlighting the phenomenal level of […]
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![Some would argue that the cracks are beginning to show; that Telltale Games’ progressive point-n’-click formula is aging faster than the traditional methods of visual story telling. This could well be true, but it’s also utterly irrelevant. Telltale Games’ fortunes now rest on their ability […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/wolfamongus_artheader-36x36.jpg "Electronic Theatre In-depth Review: The Wolf Among Us – Episode 2: Smoke & Mirrors"){kind=small}
![Originally intended to launch alongside the Xbox One console, Kinect Sports Rival‘s delay places it at an arguably more beneficial point in the system’s early days. An encouraging adoption rate and a price drop offer a convincing platform for developers and consumers alike, and Kinect […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/kinectsports_rivals_artheader-36x36.jpg "Electronic Theatre In-depth Review: Kinect Sports Rivals"){kind=small}
![By now every reader of Electronic Theatre should be well aware of how much faith the team has in Telltale Games’ ability to craft a compelling story. The Wolf Among Us has reached some fantastic heights and the second season of The Walking Dead doesn’t […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/walkingdead_se2_artheader-36x36.jpg "Electronic Theatre In-depth Review: The Walking Dead: Season 2: Episode 2: A House Divided"){kind=small}
![You don’t have to look further than any film starring Seth Rogen to notice the intrinsic link between marijuana smoking and video games in today’s society. Whether legal or not, there’s no denying that being under the influence of a cheeky joint can definitely immerse […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/grandtheftauto_v_artheader-36x36.jpg "Videogames and Marijuana – A Match Made in Heaven"){kind=small}
![Little Orbit has entered a licensing agreement with DreamWorks Animation to bring the How to Train your Dragon 2 video game to major platforms this summer. Inspired by How to Train your Dragon 2, the sequel to the 3D animated feature film from DreamWorks Animation, […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/howtotrainyourdragon2_artheader-36x36.jpg "How to Train Your Dragon 2 Multi-format Release Confirmed"){kind=small}
![A new series of action figures based on the popular Batman: Arkham Origins videogame is now available at retail stores. Depicting some of the villains as they appear in Batman: Arkham Origins, the series begins with the launch of four new action figures. Related Posts:Batman: […]](http://electronictheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/batman_arkhamorigins_artheader-36x36.jpg "Batman: Arkham Origins Action Figures Series 2 Launches"){kind=small}
