g-NET Media LLC has announced the establishment of g-NET Publishing in order to produce and market videogame-related home-video products. g-NET Publishing's first product will be iGuides, the world's first line of officially licensed DVD videogames strategy guides. g-NET has teamed with FUNimation Productions Ltd. as the exclusive distributor for its iGuide product in the U.S. and all English-speaking territories.
"Most gamers have no idea just how much enjoyment can be unlocked from today's games. iGuides will shock game fans around the world by revealing all that games have to offer," said g-NET ceo David Getson. "And FUNimation's reach and reputation ensure that iGuides will be available in every relevant retail outlet where videogames and home entertainment are sold."
g-NET's "all access" iGuides will include:* video-based instruction on controls and gameplay* video-based character, enemy, weapons, items and maps galleries* video-based walkthroughs* Web-based updates and content* print and search functionality* exclusive animated/video Bonus Content
g-NET is a leader in videogame-related entertainment. Projects include producing the first-ever Videogame Awards Show for Spike TV and developing and producing the original video programming for AOL Games, including the popular FIRST TIP and PLAYERS CLUB franchises. For additional information, visit www.g-net.tv.
FUNimation Prods. Ltd. is a full-service brand management company with in-house production, licensing, Internet, marketing and home video sales and distribution divisions. The company manages brands such as DRAGON BALL Z and DRAGON BALL. For more information, visit www.funimation.com.
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