Tipster, thewivil, sends this in:
Chicago-based developer and publisher Midway Games continued its recovery push today by announcing that it has
entered into a multi-territory agreement with the Cartoon Network (licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive) to publish
videogames based on five of the channel's Adult Swim programs. Aqua Teen Hunger Force, The Brak Show, Harvey Birdman -
Attorney At Law,
Sealab 2021, and Space Ghost Coast to Coast were the quintet named under the deal.
"Cartoon Network is known for creating programming that is cutting-edge in its presentation and content, and thus
perfectly suited for video games," said David F. Zucker, Midway president and chief executive officer. "Thebuilt-in fan
base and popularity of Adult Swim affords us a critical
stepping stone towards success."
"Adult Swim is a phenomenon with young adult viewers who identify with the edgy, irreverent tone of the shows and the
block," said John Friend, senior vice president, Cartoon Network Enterprises. "Clearly, lots of Adult Swimfans are avid
gamers, and we look forward to working with Midway to make games the fans will love."
Under this agreement, Midway plans to publish games based on all five licenses for as-of-yet unnamed consoles, various
handheld systems, and the PC. The first title in the Adult Swim lineup will ship in late 2006.
Aqua Teen Hunger Force
The Brak Show
Harvey Birdman - Attorney At Law
Sealab 2021
Space Ghost Coast to Coast
With Midway's hot streak of good games in the past year, these could definitely turn out to be good, but I won't be
holding my breath for it to happen.
