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To: Marc Newman who wrote (13788)	4/19/2000 7:32:00 AM
From: Jim Oravetz	Respond to of 14266

There should also be some activity from THQ in the on-line area before the end of the year. Not sure how that will pan out as far as revenues though. Here is a on line related PR: RICHMOND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 19, 2000--In a dramatic example of the allure of online properties, Gamers.com today unveiled a "Dream Team" of editorial staff additions from the print world. They also announced plans for a site redesign on May 10th. The four new editorial additions are: David Hodgson, former Deputy Editor in Chief of incite Video Gaming; John Ricciardi, former Editor in Chief of Expert Gamer Magazine; Dan "Shoe" Hsu, former Previews Editor of Electronic Gaming Monthly magazine; and Che Chou, former Reviews Editor of Electronic Gaming Monthly. With its new editorial leadership, Gamers.com is reinforcing its position as the definitive source of gaming information and links for the casual gamer, the hardcore gamer, and the industry insider. Gamers.com launched in preview mode in November 1999. Founded by Dennis Fong, the world-renowned gaming champion, Gamers.com was created to revolutionize interaction and growth within the games community. The site brings together the world of gaming in one dynamic location, enhancing the way people access information and communicate about entertainment of all forms - from board and card games to online and console games. Gamers.com offers the largest games database with content on over 23,000 traditional and electronic games, available to users free of charge. Each of the new editors brings to Gamers.com a wealth of experience from the print-based gaming world, combined with a dedication to maximize the impact of Gamers.com in the global gaming community. David Hodgson joins Gamers.com as Editorial Director. Prior to joining Gamers.com David was part of the creative team that planned and launched the incite Gaming brand. David moved to Gamers.com so he could be part of a team devoted first and foremost to the needs of gamers. "The overall plan for the site is exceptionally forward thinking and the staff is comprised of talented gamers who really know their subject matter," said David, adding that, "Dennis' vision of the site is extremely beneficial to the user. Everything we do is for the gamer." John Ricciardi joins Gamers.com as Console Director. He began writing for the gaming industry in 1995 as a freelance contributor to GamePro magazine, before eventually becoming Reviews Editor of Ziff-Davis' Electronic Gaming Monthly, and most recently Editor in Chief of Expert Gamer magazine. In addition to his print work, John has also contributed to several web sites, including ZDNet's Videogames.com. Dan "Shoe" Hsu joins Gamers.com as Executive Editor. For the past four years, he's been with Ziff-Davis Publishing as the Previews Editor for Electronic Gaming Monthly, the Editor in Chief of the Video Game Buyers' Guide and a contributing editor for other publications like The Official U.S. PlayStation Magazine, DCM: The Unofficial Dreamcast Magazine, Pocket Games and ZDNet's Videogames.com. Che Chou joins Gamers.com as Senior Editor. Previously, he served as the Reviews Editor for Electronic Gaming Monthly and the Editor in Chief of DCM: Unofficial Dreamcast Magazine. He has also contributed to other Ziff-Davis publications, including The Official U.S. PlayStation Magazine, Pocket Games, Video Game Buyers' Guide and ZDNet's Videogames.com. "The breadth of our new editorial staff not only reflects the shift from the print to online world, but a whole new paradigm in gaming," said Dennis Fong, CEO and Chief Gamer. In 2000, gaming will become the largest segment within the entertainment industry -- and online gaming has only just begun. "This site has been built by, for and all about gamers," he added. "It is the purest and most extensive community of all things gaming anywhere." Gamers.com is the ultimate guide to the world of games, as well as the ultimate home for the world of gamers. It is funded by CMGI, (NASDAQ: CMGI). Jim