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``Pro Logic II is ideal for Nintendo GameCube because the technology allows developers to create astounding audio effects in their games without a significant hit to the console's CPU,'' said Jack Buser, Manager of Game Developer Relations, Dolby Laboratories. ``Pro Logic II is simple to implement and can enhance the audio experience in almost any game genre.''

``As the developer of Star Wars Rogue Leader: Rogue Squadron 2, the first game ever to feature Dolby Pro Logic II, we found Dolby Pro Logic II was easy to use and was seamlessly incorporated -- it's an extremely clean solution for games,'' said Julian Eggebrecht, President of Factor 5. ``Dolby Pro Logic II is the surround sound technology we have been waiting for.''

Originally developed to supplement Dolby Digital, Dolby Surround Pro Logic II allows consumers to experience five-channel sound from stereo and Dolby Surround-encoded systems. The technology's advantages in game applications include full frequency range on five channels, compatibility with existing hardware, and backwards compatibility with stereo and surround equipment.

About Dolby in Games

Dolby technology allows gamers to experience cinematic-quality surround sound, and has become the standard for audio in next generation games. Dolby works closely with the game development community to raise the bar in game audio quality. Dolby has also developed the groundbreaking Interactive Content Encoder that enables real-time Dolby Digital encoding in game consoles. Today, Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Pro Logic II are incorporated in hundreds of major game titles on every major game platform.

About Factor 5

Based in San Rafael, Calif., Factor 5 LLC is a leading developer of interactive entertainment software and technology for a variety of console and computer platforms. Factor 5's MusyX technology allows easy creation and implementation of all aspects of game audio, including multichannel real-time encoding of Dolby Pro Logic II.

About Nintendo

As the worldwide leader and innovator in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co. Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its popular home video game systems. The systems include Game Boy®, Nintendo® 64, Game Boy Advance and Nintendo GameCube. Since the release of its first home video game system in 1983, Nintendo has sold more than 1.4 billion video games worldwide, creating enduring industry icons such as Mario(TM) and Donkey Kong® and launching such franchises as Zelda(TM) and Pokemon®. As a wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for Nintendo's operations in the western hemisphere.

About Dolby Laboratories

Dolby Laboratories is the developer of signal processing systems used worldwide in applications that include motion picture sound, consumer entertainment products, and media, broadcasting, and music recording. Based in San Francisco with European headquarters in England, the privately held company also has offices in New York, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, and Tokyo. For more information about Dolby Laboratories or Dolby Technologies, please visit www.dolby.com.

Contact:

     Dolby Laboratories
     Jim Arnold, 415/645-5116
     jja@dolby.com
          or
     Bender/Helper Impact for Dolby Laboratories
     Ellen Hayes, 415/391-2994 ext. 213
     ellen_hayes@bhimpact.com