Video Gaming News - February 2003
Redwood City, CA (February 25, 2003) - EA today announced that Def Jam VENDETTA for the PS2 has gone gold.
From EA:
EA and Def Jam are pleased to announce that Def Jam VENDETTA for the PlayStation 2 has officially gone gold. In doing so, the game is on track to ship out to retailers starting on Tuesday, March 18. Closely following will be the GameCube version. Helping to mark the game's highly-anticipated debut, EA has created a countdown clock on the product web site at www.defjamvendetta.com for individuals interested in keeping tabs on the date.
Def Jam VENDETTA is a unique product that delivers to players a unique interactive entertainment experience that features a roster of over 40 unique characters including 12 playable Def Jam artists. The game brings the exciting and intense world of urban street fighting to life while staying true to the EA SPORTS BIG brand reputation with a variety of more than 1,500 moves - including dozens of signature specials and taunts. More over, the game features 12 stunning 3-D hip-hop venues - each filled with animated crowds, hot beats and original music licensed from the rich Def Jam music library.
The development force behind the game consists of pedigree talent from AKI Corporation, seasoned Japan-based game developer, with creative production credits from EA Canada and Def Jam. The game is rated ESRB "T" (Teen).