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Sorry for the Delay!

2009-06-10T04:04:00.000-07:00

Things have been really busy here at AT New Media over the last few months and we have neglected our Blog! This will not be happening again. Please watch this space for updates on our numerous activites focussed on licensing opportunities and developments through our company in the games and gaming sector.

A new Quest for Crystals has begun! Apple Mac classic now available for iPhone and iPod Touch

2008-11-12T02:26:00.000-08:00

Following a deal brokered by our brands a division we are pleased to announce that one of the 1980’s favorite games, CRYSTAL QUEST, is now available for iPhone and iPod touch from the Apple App Store and has been released by Hands-On Mobile™, the world’s leading developer of connected games and applications.

Crystal Quest is available worldwide for $4.99 from Apple’s App Store on iPhone and iPod touch or at www.itunes.com/appstore/

Gummibär Embraces Whitehouse Leisure

2008-10-31T05:55:00.000-07:00

Whitehouse Leisure have signed a deal - brokered by AT's Merchandise division - with Gummybear International Inc & Yazoo Music GbR to become the pan-European licensee for amusement and leisure sector plush for the character Gummibär, which has become hugely popular worldwide through music, ringtones and the internet.

Whitehouse Leisure will produce soft toys in various sizes, with some including a sound chip featuring part of the catchy debut song with the infectious lyrics: “Oh I'm a gummy bear/ Yes I'm a gummy bear/ Oh I'm a yummy jummy funny lucky gummy bear/ Oh I'm a jolly bear cause I'm a gummy bear/ Oh I'm a movin groovin jammin singin gummy bear.”

“We are delighted that Whitehouse Leisure have decided to capitalise upon the popularity of Gummibär,” says Paul Comben, CEO, AT New Media, “Even though the character does not rely upon television, but the very large international audience built through viral marketing.”

“Gummibär appealed to us immediately,” says Phil Setter, Managing Director of Whitehouse Leisure, “We know the impact that the music and internet marketing campaigns have on youngsters today and we are confident of high volume orders from our customers, once they see the prototype plush at the new year trade shows.”

Further information and videos are available to view at http://www.gummibar.net/

GHOSTLIGHT BREAK THE ICE WITH NEW TV LICENSE

2008-10-31T04:48:00.000-07:00

AT New Media's Brand division has brokered an exciting new interactive deal between games publisher Ghostlight Ltd and ITV Global Entertainment for the hit TV show - Dancing on Ice. This deal will see the development of the new official video game for the show. The game which is already in development will be released by Ghostlight on Nintendo DS™ and Nintendo Wii™ in Q1 2009. The game is set to become a new global franchise for Ghostlight and a welcome addition to their growing catalogue of premium titles.

“Dancing on Ice has become a global phenomenon and to see the creative thinking behind this product from Ghostlight coming together has been very exciting. It has been a pleasure working on finalising this initiative and we look forward to playing what is sure to be a tremendously successful product.” Simon Kay, of AT Brands (a division of AT New Media and the interactive games consultant to ITV Global Entertainment)

LazyTown Appoints Interactive Experts AT New Media

2008-10-31T04:30:00.000-07:00

We are proud to announce that LazyTown Entertainment has appointed our Brands division as its specialist worldwide licensing agency and consultancy for the interactive games category, to negotiate licensing agreements with licensees for the LazyTown™ brand and characters.

LazyTown Entertainment is the owner of the globally popular children’s television series LazyTown. LazyTown follows Stephanie – a sweet optimistic girl - who has come to LazyTown from the outside world where she meets a zany mix of kids and grown-ups, including the world’s laziest super-villain, Robbie Rotten. Fortunately for Stephanie, LazyTown is also home to Sportacus, an athletic super-hero who jumps, leaps and flips his way across LazyTown while helping Stephanie navigate between healthy lifestyle choices and easy but unhealthy ones.

Under the agreement, we aim to exploit interactive games opportunities for platforms such as Nintendo Wii® and many more. LazyTown has attracted a very large number of licensees in many countries for a wide range of merchandise. Yet, the brand has yet to be made available in the interactive games category.

Interactive games companies interested in learning more should contact Simon Kay on +44 (0)845 3637192.

Britannia High - Life is not a rehearsal

2008-10-20T04:08:00.000-07:00

On behalf of ITV Global Entertainment – we are proud to introduce Britannia High - a spectacular musical drama and television event which uses the power of music and dance to tell compelling stories and in the process discovers a new generation of talented stars.
The ground-breaking series opens with two entertainment shows revealing the national search for six principal performers to take the central roles in a brand new scripted television drama, set in a performing arts school...the Britannia High of the title.

Our brands division which provides services for brand owners is looking for partners who are interested in working with this brand. We are actively seeking publishers and developers involved in the mobile, handheld, interactive games accessories, console, IDTV, IDVD, Coin Op, and even MMO sectors who are interested in reviewing licensing partnerships.

For more information please contact Simon Kay on +44 (0)845 3637192.

Don't miss the first episode of Britannia High on ITV this October!

Meet the new Internet Super Star: GUMMIBÄR!

2008-10-20T04:04:00.000-07:00

We are proud to introduce Gummibär - a funny and lovable character with a multitude of talents. Whether he is singing, dancing, or playing his tuba, both children and adults can not get enough of his funny gummy antics. Gummy Bear is a HUGE SUPERSTAR on the internet. His totally VIRAL internet video presence has ensured MILLIONS of fans are CLAMOURING to get their hands on more GUMMIBÄR merchandise!

Following our worldwide success with the licensing programme for The Annoying Thing aka Crazy Frog - we are searching for partners in various merchandise and interactive games (except mobile) categories. Please contact Paul Comben on +44 (0)7931 335831 for merchandise opportunities and Simon Kay on +44 (0)845 363 7192 for the interactive categories.

PDC World Championship Darts Xbox®360 and PSP® System – RELEASE DATES CONFIRMED

2008-09-12T07:23:00.001-07:00

Oxygen Games™ just confirmed the in-store dates for PDC World Championship Darts on Xbox® 360 and PSP® System as September the 26th for both games.

Read the full press release here.

Crystal Quest returns home - Hands-On to develop games for Apple Formats

2008-09-10T08:08:00.001-07:00

We are pleased to announce that Hands-On Mobile™, the world's leading developer of connected games and applications, have extended their license in order to bring the arcade classic Crystal Quest back to Apple format through a deal brokered by AT's Brands Division. This agreement will see the game developed in the coming year for iPhone, iPod and iTouch . The iPhone version will now be released simultaneously with J2ME and BREW versions....In the US Crystal Quest is already live on Sprint and is soon to be live on AT&T and T-Mobile and then Verizon and Alcatel, which represent the top 5 carriers. Crystal Quest has been reviewed and got 78/100 from Mobile Game FAQ's. Read the full review here.

"Crystal Quest is an iconic arcade classic with gameplay that is perfectly suited to the mobile platform and is now sure to win a fresh set of fans," said Eric Hobson President and General Manager EMEA, Hands-On Mobile.

For more details or to discuss licensing opportunities please contact Simon Kay on 0845 3637192.

Gummibär Embraces New European Licensing Agent

2008-09-09T05:47:00.000-07:00

Gummybear International Inc and Yazoo Music GbR have appointed our Merchandise division as its European licensing agency for the character which has become hugely popular worldwide through music, ringtones and the internet.
Gummibär reached number 3 on the worldwide viral charts, with over 60 million hits and 30 million video plays on YouTube, MySpace and other video websites. His single and album have been released in over 50 countries through major record labels. The music and ringtones have achieved high chart positions so far in Hungary, Germany, France, Russia, Sweden, Taiwan and Australia.

We are now looking for licensees and retailers to help us to create great product ranges for this fun brand. For more details please contact us on 0845 363 7162.

World's Leading Maze Designer to go Interactive

2008-08-29T07:26:00.000-07:00

We are proud to announce that we have been appointed as the worldwide interactive and games licensing agency for Adrian Fisher.

Adrian Fisher is internationally recognised as the world's leading maze designer, having created more than 500 full-size mazes across 30 countries on 6 continents. He is the most prolific maze designer in the history of mankind and is six times designer of the world’s largest maze. His company has created half the world's mirror mazes and he designed the world's first cornfield maize maze in 1993 and hundreds since. Examples of his work can be seen at Legoland Windsor England, Edinburgh Zoo Scotland, Chateau de Colombier France, Sigurta Gardens Italy, Hamburg Dungeons Germany, Mall of Georgia USA, amongst many others.

AT Brands is currently looking for developers and publishers to bring this fantastic puzzling content to market. Platforms include Apple iPhone, Microsoft XBOX Live Arcade, Nintendo Wii and DS. Enquiries for board games, puzzles, and electronic games are also welcomed. For more information please contact Simon Kay.

Scholastic praises AT Brands

2008-08-29T04:30:00.000-07:00

“Horrible Histories’ first foray into computer gaming has been placed in very capable hands. Through AT Media we have found our ideal licensee in Slitherine, and their patient and informative guidance throughout our deal process was essential.”

Lisa Edwards, Editorial Director
Scholastic Children's Books

Get free tickets for the STIHL® TIMBERSPORTS® World Championships in Ireland this September

2008-08-20T05:05:00.000-07:00

The highly anticipated and exciting STIHL® TIMBERSPORTS® World Championships, have been confirmed to take place in Ireland for the very first time on Wednesday September 24th 2008. Kilkenny will play host to the inaugural World Championships with 15 teams from all over the world competing for this coveted title.

This is an open invitation to the Games Community to establish who would like to experience this great sport in action. If you would like free* tickets for the Championships, please contact Maribel on 08453637162 (first come first served basis).

AT New Media is seeking licensees to extend this brand in the interactive games market with Nintendo DS and Wii in particular. To discuss this opportunity please contact Simon Kay on 0845 3637192.

*tickets are available to licensees who would like to extend this brand in the interactive games market.

Game on for Horrible Histories

2008-08-08T11:33:00.000-07:00

Horrible Histories set to release games for PC, DS and Wii. AT Brands, the licensing division of AT New Media which helps licensors and agents exploit their interactive rights has played a key role in bringing the Horrible Histories Brand to the interactive games market. In a deal put together with Copyrights and Slitherine Strategies on behalf of Scholastic, the first games which are likely to appear on PC, DS and Wii, will be available in time for Christmas 2008.

Worldwide push for Crystal Quest

2008-08-04T03:29:00.000-07:00

HandsOn to push Crystal Quest worldwide this September. In Spain the game will feature alongside other HandsOn classic games including Guitar Hero Mobile.

Koozac UPDATE!!!

2008-08-04T03:18:00.000-07:00

KooZac now available on mobile! Download at Dada.net or play online at Uclick.

Visiting the Games Convention in Leipzig?

2008-07-28T03:36:00.000-07:00

Meet with Simon Kay from 21-22 August for a mutual update on new licensing opportunities in the interactive categories. Whether you are looking to acquire brands we represent or need assistance with the acquisition of additional brands, Simon will be available to discuss with you how we may be able to work together. To arrange a meeting please contact Maribel on +44 (0)845 3637162.

Oxygen Releases Details of the New Features in PDC World Championship Darts On Xbox® 360

2008-07-25T07:47:00.000-07:00

Oxygen Games™ has released the details of the features for the upcoming PDC World Championship Darts for Xbox® 360.

For more details please click here.

Hells Kitchen the Video Game is coming

2008-07-25T02:11:00.000-07:00

Ubisoft will launch a title on Wii, DS, and PC that will feature a 3D version of Gordon Ramsey.

University Challenge set for August release

2008-07-24T05:03:00.000-07:00

Mobile licensee, Capcom Mobile is pleased to announce that it will be releasing University Challenge with all main UK operators like T-mobile, Vodafone, Orange, 3UK and O2 this August.

AT New Media's Content division is the exclusive licensing acquisitions agent for PartyGaming PLC...

2008-07-22T02:45:00.000-07:00

...a FTSE Top 250 company, and has brokered agreements with several major global rights owners. The first two games launched were mentioned in PartyGaming’s July 2008 trading update to the City: “The strong performance in casino has been driven by an increase in the number of players and cross-selling from poker. Since their launch in May, two new branded slot machines, Mission:Impossible and Saturday Night Fever, have proved particularly popular…”

Granada Ventures and AT New Media announce first deals

2008-07-07T03:50:00.000-07:00

AT Brands - a division of AT New Media - was recently appointed as the in-house new media licensing consultancy for Granada Ventures and is currently developing a number of exciting opportunities for interactive games publishers and developers across the ITV/Granada stable of brands. Here are some of the first deals announced:

Mobile Games for Krypton Factor with Gameloft
Compendium Board Games with Tigerprint for Bullseye and 321
Mobile Game for University Challenge with Capcom
SWP game for Ant & Dec Saturday Night Takeaway with Bell Fruit
SWP game for Coronation Street with Bell Fruit

If you are interested in these brands, others not listed, or if you would like to discuss other projects please email Simon Kay our Business Development Director or phone 0845 363 7192.

The War of the Worlds Branded On Line Slots Gaming Suite planned

2008-07-07T03:46:00.000-07:00

AT Brands are pleased to announce that discussions are progressing with an as yet unnamed company to develop a branded On Line Slots Gaming Suite for Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds that AT Brands, a division of AT New Media is exclusively representing in the interactive games and gaming sector.

AT signs Timbersports deal

2008-07-03T04:38:00.000-07:00

AT Brands have been very busy latetly and have signed yet another amazing deal. This time with STIHL the No. 1 manufacturer of chainsaws and other garden power tools. We are currently looking for partners to exploit interactive games opportunities for Stihl Timbersport - the elite division of lumberjack sports. A Global event covered on all major TV networks from Eurosport (Europe) to ESPN (US) and a great concept for Wii as well as other platforms. Please contact Simon Kay for more details.

Extreme Mobile Phone Accessories

2008-07-03T02:14:00.000-07:00

Leading youth sports and lifestyle brand - Extreme - just announced the launch of their accessory range of mobile phone cases. 3 Network stores will be featuring 4 products for launch July 4th, this is being backed up with a staff promo to win Extreme prizes. 305 stores with 2 lines and 56 stores with 4 lines. All four lines will be rolled out in August to all 305 stores.

Vodafone launch will take place on August 1st and see initial 3 product range across all 290 stores, this will roll into six lines for Q4. This will launch with a consumer campaign again offering prizes via the in-store magazine. Further deals with other providers are in the pipeline.

AT Brands is currently entertaining offers and interest for mobile games partnerships with Extreme. For more information please contact Simon Kay.