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LOS ANGELES, December 12, 2007 - First came the next-generation
consoles. Then, the next-gen games. Now, gamers have a next-gen TV
series. "X-Play," the most-watched videogame series on television, will
unveil an all-new and expanded format in 2008 that adds breaking news,
demos, videos, interviews and more to the series' celebrated reviews.
The updated "X-Play," featuring an all-new look and all-new content,
premieres Monday, January 14, 2008 at 8 pm, only on G4.
New, half-hour episodes of "X-Play" will premiere every weeknight at
8 pm, giving viewers a comprehensive update on each day's
videogame-related developments, along with a wide range of new
features, including behind-the-scenes sneak peeks at games in
development; interviews with industry luminaries; live, hands-on
demonstrations of games before they hit store shelves and in-depth
analysis of the latest videogame trends.
"Over the past few years, the videogame industry has evolved at a
rapid pace"said Neal Tiles, president, G4. "The all-new 'X-Play'will
provide greater depth of coverage, furtheringits role as television's
most watched resource for videogames."
Hosts Morgan Webb and Adam Sessler, who have earned a reputation for
delivering smart, entertaining and on-target reviews, will continue as
"X-Play" hosts. As part of the series' relaunch, Adam Sessler has also
been named G4's Managing Editor, Games Editorial, making him
responsible for the show's overall editorial focus.
"I couldn't be more excited about the direction 'X-Play' is taking,"
said Adam Sessler, host, "X-Play." "Reviews will still be a big part of
the show, but now we're going to make sure that viewers are also
updated regularly on everything else going on in the world of video
games."
"The games, the consoles, the companies and even the players are
constantly evolving. So is 'X-Play,'" said Morgan Webb, host, "X-Play."
"Every day, we'll give gamers the stories behind the games they love."
In addition to the expanded focus on news and industry trends, new "X-Play" segments and features will include:
* Tips and Tricks from "Cheat!" - "X-Play" will include integration
with "Cheat!," G4's videogame tips and tricks series. Each week, host
Kristin Holt will deliver the latest updates on achievements,
unlockables, level guides, secrets and other cheats from the most
popular new games.
* "The MMO Report" - The updated "X-Play" format also includes
regular updates from the massively multiplayer online universe. Casey
Schreiner, host of g4tv.com's "The MMO Report," will update viewers on
the hottest MMO news and trends. Complete episodes of "The MMO Report"
will continue to air on g4tv.com.
* "X-Play" Gamer Challenges - Viewers will have a chance to win
prizes and compete for gamer pride in an ongoing series of game
challenges.
* Hands-On Demos - Gameplay demos will give viewers an exclusive
sneak peek at the hottest new games before the titles hit store shelves.
The "X-Play" Web site will undergo significant updates as well,
including a new and improved "X-Play" videogame review database
featuring thousands of game critiques. A new "X-Play Gaming Update
Blog," with up-to-the-minute gaming news, previews and exclusives will
also launch, along with a wide variety of more behind-the-scenes
features, game trailers and gameplay videos than ever before. "X-Play"
will also retain its cutting-edge interactive elements that allow
viewers to communicate directly with hosts and other "X-Play" fans.
Featured on-screen elements will include live updates highlighting the
world's leading gamers as tracked by Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo on
their respective consoles.
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