REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – September 12, 2006 – Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced that BOMBERMAN® for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system has shipped to retail stores nationwide. The newest addition to the Bomberman franchise features the series’ trademark fast-paced strategic action and classic look and feel as players compete in an all-new single player story mode as well as frantic multiplayer battles for up to four players.

BOMBERMAN for the PSP system offers timeless strategic gameplay with an all-new single player Normal Mode. Players embark on a new adventure as an ominous black shadow is creeping towards Bomberman’s planet and sudden attacks by a mysterious robot army have brainwashed the inhabitants of the galaxy. Now Bomberman must venture out on a lighthearted intergalactic adventure to stop this evil menace and save his planet. Bomberman can now utilize a new item storage system that lets him use collected power-ups at any time to make the most of any situation that comes his way. The game also includes a Classic Mode that is based on the original BOMBERMAN game and features over 50 different levels for players to experience with updated 3D graphics and sound.

Offering a classic selection of characters and environments in full 3D, BOMBERMAN lets players enjoy frantic four player wireless battles across a variety of play modes. Players can customize the parameters of each match, choosing from more than 20 different environments and a wide variety of items to keep players on their toes. The game also features game sharing, allowing up to four players to enjoy the game’s full multiplayer mode with just one UMD.

Developed by Hudson Soft, BOMBERMAN carries a suggested retail price of $29.99 and is rated “E” for Everyone by the ESRB.