VAUGHAN, ONTARIO--(MARKET WIRE)--Apr 20, 2006 -- Guild Wars Factions Limited Edition Keyset Available Now

Ideazon Inc., designer and developer of the Zboard(TM), the world's first keyboard designed for PC gamers, today announced its new Guild Wars Factions(TM) Limited Edition Keyset for Zboard. Designed specifically for the highly-anticipated ArenaNet® title Guild Wars Factions, slated for release April 28, 2006, clans, communities and gamers from around the world will be able to enjoy the ultimate experience in custom gaming.

The partnership with online game developer and publisher NCsoft® has enabled Ideazon to take gamers to a whole different level of game customization and will enhance the Guild Wars Factions gaming experience. Ideazon's Guild Wars Factions keyset lets players choose sides in the battle and master the game's playing environment using a dedicated control layout that is simple to learn and easy to use.

"The Guild Wars Factions Limited Edition Keyset is tailored to meet every player's needs within the stunning and visually immersive world that ArenaNet has created," says Chris Rathgeber, president of Ideazon Inc. "We worked closely with NCsoft and our ZCommunity members to create the gaming weapon of choice."

"This Keyset is an exciting development for Guild Wars® fans and will help new players master the game quickly," says Dorothy Ferguson, vice president of sales and marketing for NCsoft's North American business. "From incorporating the game's visuals to the thoughtfully laid out command keys, Ideazon takes the Guild Wars Factions experience to new heights."

The Guild Wars Factions Limited Edition Keyset for Zboard gives gamers:

- 56 dedicated action keys and labeled commands;
- 12 menus intuitively organized for ease of play;
- 12 quick access emote keys including fist shake, bow, and dance;
- Stunning official game graphics to immerse gamers in the action; and,
- Compatibility for use with Guild Wars and Guild Wars Factions.

The Guild Wars Factions Limited Edition Keyset for Zboard, retails for $19.99 US and is currently available online at e-tailers, including bestbuy.com. The Zboard retails for $49.99 and is also available online.

The Zboard Gaming Keyboard also comes equipped with gaming terrain and tactical features, including:

- Gaming Keyset for FPS and Action games;
- 15 common shooter and action commands labeled on keys;
- Eight distinct "command zones" for ease of use;
- "Butterfly" directional keys for maximum comfort;
- Instant remapping capabilities;
- Standard Keyset with Windows and Internet Explorer commands labeled on keys; and,
- USB base with two extra USB peripheral ports.

For more information on the Zboard and a complete listing of purchase partners, please visit www.zboard.com. To join the global Zboard community, visit community.zboard.com.

Come out to our second ever player gathering in Orange County to meet your favorite NCsoft Community Relations representatives, try out various NCsoft games, get a free Monster drink, and maybe even win a door prize! Join the fun at Orange County’s Howie’s Game Shack on Saturday, May 13th.

There will be plenty of games, a live DJ, drinks, and a few surprises. Check out all our games including City of Heroes, City of Villains, Guild Wars, and Lineage II. Give Auto Assault and some of our other brand new games a spin!

Anyone can come and best of all, if you are on the VIP list, attendance is free! Here are some further details:

* NCsoft personnel will be in attendance from 7pm – 2am
* A special “NCsoft pass” will be available from 11am until 10pm for the discounted price of $5 to allow attendees to play NCsoft games     in the LAN Center (a free Monster energy drink is included!)
* For those on the VIP list, the exclusive, totally free play of NCsoft games begins at 10pm and lasts to 2am!

Space on the VIP list is limited, so RSVP by sending an email with your name and the names of accompanying attendees to meetup@ncsoft.com. Come on down after 10pm to enjoy great games with great company! Please note: if you arrive before 10pm you will need to purchase the special NCsoft pass for admittance.

We’ll have further updates on this event over the next few weeks, so stay tuned!

Details:

Date: Saturday, May 13th

Time: 11am-10pm for “NCsoft Pass” players, 10pm-2am for NCsoft “VIP’s”

Place: Howie’s Game Shack (http://www.howies.com)

Address: Kaleidoscope
Mission Viejo, CA
Crown Valley exit and 5 freeway
27741 Crown Valley Pkwy
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Phone: 949-367-0019
E-mail: info@howies.com

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