SouthPeak Interactive to Publish Battle vs Chess for Leading Consoles, Windows PC, Mac and Handhelds This Fall

MIDLOTHIAN, Va.--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--SouthPeak Interactive Corporation (OTC BB: SOPK), one of the worlda�s leading videogame publishers, today announced it will publish Battle vs. Chess - a dramatic evolution of the timeless strategy board game - on consoles, Windows PC, Mac and handhelds this fall in North America, Central and South America, Australia, Asia and the UK.

"Battle vs. Chess brings the classic strategy game of chess into the modern world of gaming by maintaining the essential qualities that have made this game timeless while making it more accessible for new audiences"

Developed by TopWare Interactive and Gaijin Entertainment, Battle vs. Chess brings familiar chess pieces to life as richly detailed 3D models, with players seeing the spectacular results of their actions in their quest for domination of the board.

The traditional white and black armies have evolved into an army of light with their brave knights in shining armor pitted against the wicked dark army of demons and beastly golems. Each piece is intricately animated and as players move them around the board they spring into life, ready to wage war. If a square is occupied by an enemy unit, they enter into a brutal clash that sees the foe removed from the board in bloody combat.

aBattle vs. Chess brings the classic strategy game of chess into the modern world of gaming by maintaining the essential qualities that have made this game timeless while making it more accessible for new audiences,a said Melanie Mroz, SouthPeak Chief Executive Officer. aSimilar to our strategy to build on popular titles, we see this exciting addition to our portfolio as a game that offers a built in user base and adds another key strategy game to our already robust portfolio. Using one of the most sophisticated chess algorithm engines in the world, we look forward to making this animated version a classic among our catalogue offerings of retail and digital downloads, where we continue to see a significant growth opportunity.a

Another evolutionary element Battle vs. Chess brings to the arena is the addition of the optional Action Mode. If selected, instead of entering a scripted animation when attacking, players challenge their opponent in a beat-aem-up style encounter. Using a variety of weapons, fighting techniques and combos, players must best their opponent in a fast-paced flurry of blows and special moves a" adding a whole new meaning to the phrase acheckmate.a�

Battle vs. Chess is set for release this fall on PlayStation�3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360� videogame and entertainment system from Microsoft, Windows PC, Mac, Wiia", Nintendo DSa" and PSP� (PlayStation�Portable) system.

SouthPeaka�s extensive portfolio of over 60 interactive entertainment games spans a variety of platforms and genres including RPG, simulation, FPS, sports, strategy, puzzle and fighting.

About SouthPeak Interactive Corporation

SouthPeak Interactive Corporation develops and publishes interactive entertainment software for all current hardware platforms including: Xbox 360� videogame and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation�3 computer entertainment system, PSP� (PlayStation� Portable) system, PlayStation�2 computer entertainment system, Wiia", Nintendo DSa", iPhone and Windows PC. SouthPeak's games cover all major genres including action/adventure, role-playing, strategy, racing, puzzle, sports and edutainment. SouthPeak's products are sold in retail outlets in North America, South and Central America, Europe, Australia and Asia. SouthPeak is headquartered in Midlothian, Virginia, and has offices in Grapevine, Texas and Leicester, England.

For additional information, please visit SouthPeaka�s corporate website: [ www.southpeakgames.com ]

If you would like to be added to SouthPeaka�s email list to receive news directly, please send your request to [ southpeak@tpg-ir.com ].

About TopWare Interactive

TopWare Interactive, headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany, is an international interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1991, the company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software on most current gen gaming platforms including PC, XBOX 360, Playstation 3, and Wii. A privately held company, TopWare is the first German based company appointed as a licensed worldwide publisher for both Microsoft and Sony for their respective platforms, and has additional offices in Las Vegas, Nevada and Petaluma, California.

TopWare's catalogue of games includes role playing, action/adventure, strategy, racing, and simulation genres. "Jagged Alliance 2", "Earth 2160", and "Two Worlds" are just a few examples of titles that have emerged from franchises created by in-house developer Reality Pump.

For additional information, please visit TopWare's website: [ www.topware.com ]

If you would like to be added to TopWare's email list to receive news and updates, please send your requests to [ aconant@topware.com ]

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SouthPeak Interactive to Publish Battle vs Chess for Leading Consoles, Windows PC, Mac and Handhelds This Fall