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Lights... Camera.. Action! Imagine you could make any movie you wanted to. Imagine you could pluck someone from obscurity and make him or her the hottest star in Tinseltown. Imagine that you had control of an entire movie studio, competing with others to create a string of box office smashes. Imagine being able to use your judgement alone, deciding whether success lies with epic action pictures or lots of low budget, hammy 'B' movies. Will the stars you've so lovingly groomed develop monstrous egos - refusing to accept that they are now too old to play the romantic leads that made them famous? You can help, but there are only so many times you can send them to fat farms and plastic surgeons. Will you watch your movies being shot or do you want to direct the action yourself? Will you decide to innovate and introduce the talkies, color or digital sound before any of your rivals? Or will you let the other studios make the investments, leaving you to jump on the bandwagon if the new technology becomes popular? Many of the things you've ever read or heard about Hollywood are right here in The Movies – from stars having affairs and hitting the bottle to teams of genius filmmakers creating the box office hit of the year. Movie mogul, talent spotter or film director. You can be one or you can be all three... That's the magic of The Movies. Become a Movie Mogul Design your own studio and run it from the early days of cinema through present day and beyond in Story Mode by managing studio resources, investing in R&D and maximizing box office success by staying one step ahead of the competition. Make your own Movies Make movies that appeal to the masses in Story Mode or in Sandbox Mode you can jump into any era and create your dream movie. Control the Destiny of your Cast and Crew Fire and hire them, turn unknowns into movie stars, and take full creative control over script selection and the content of the movies you'll create. Play it Again and Again Over 30 hours of continuous gameplay, thousands of exciting movie characters, and limitless options allow you to vary just about everything, including the violence, romance, and realism - all mixed with world events that affect audience tastes and expectations. Show the World your Talents Post your movies to the web for all to see.

Overview Prey tells the story of Tommy, a Cherokee garage mechanic stuck on a reservation going nowhere. His life changes when an otherworldly crisis forces him to awaken spiritual powers from his long-forgotten birthright. Abducted along with his people to a menacing mothership orbiting Earth, he sets out to save himself and his girlfriend and eventually his planet. A serious, dark story, based on Cherokee mythology Themes of sacrifice, love and responsibility are explored and the story dives into emotional territory not yet explored by similar games. In Prey, gamers enter an unpredictable world where nothing can be taken for granted. Most of the game takes place within a living ship, a giant entity that can sense and react to Tommy's presence. Prey makes use of Joseph's Campbell's renowned story structure, "The Hero's Journey," for guiding the main character arc. Campbell's extensive work on mythological story progression was made famous when George Lucas used it for Luke Skywalker's story arc in the original Star Wars. Features Built on an enhanced Doom 3 engine, the most impressive 3D engine used in a released game. Portal technology adds a new dimension to gameplay, allowing enemies to appear out of thin air and create new and completely original puzzles and gameplay styles. Several never-before-seen gameplay elements such as Spirit Walking, Wall Walking, and Deathwalk. Highly organic, living environment that itself can attack Tommy. A deep, emotional story of love and sacrifice. Tommy has a sidekick, a spiritual hawk that can help him fight enemies and decipher the alien language of the living ship. Multiplayer game support that takes advantage of the unique gameplay styles in Prey.

Overview Indiana Jones is back and better than ever! Indiana Jones' wits, agility, whip lashing and hand-to-hand combat skills will be put to the test as never before Indy's latest globe-spanning adventure takes you from the jungles of Ceylon and underwater palaces in Istanbul, to the deadly streets of Hong Kong and beyond. Racing against evil Nazis and the Asian underworld with mysterious, alluring partner Mei Ying, you'll leap, swim, climb and punch your way through exotic locales, fighting hand-to-hand combat from street brawls to martial arts battles. It will take more than just your trusty whip and pistol to avoid deadly traps and navigate through all the dangerous environments. Do you have what it takes to possess the mysterious "Heart of the Dragon?" Features Indiana Jones and the Emperor's Tomb features The Collective's proprietary 3D engine that supports completely immersive, highly interactive environments. All levels are set in unique locales such as a 15th century castle that looms over Prague, an underwater palace in Istanbul, and a mountaintop fortress in China. A sophisticated camera tracking system makes sure that the player always has an optimal view of the third-person action. Indy's latest adventure plays out in dramatic fashion thanks to new gameplay features such as brawling combat. This time, in addition to using his trademark whip and pistol, Indy can engage in fierce hand-to-hand combat against foes, many of whom are well-versed in martial arts. Improvised weapons such as shovels, chairs and table legs also can be used to fend off adversaries. The result is a more immersive and more Indy-like gameplay experience, set amidst spine-tingling movie-like action sequences, such as a rickshaw chase in Hong Kong and a spectacular battle atop moving gondolas in the South China Sea area.

Overview Players choose their own path as they interact with famous surfers, sponsors, magazines and photographers. Exotic real world locations and events including full beach environments with real landmarks and hazards lend authenticity to the game. Multiple modes of play let gamers choose from Career Mode, Free Surf and multiplayer games and each mode unlocks new riders, boards, events, videos and secret breaks. Kelly Slater's Pro Surfer features ultra-realistic ocean conditions including barrels and tubes, and is the only surfing game to have populated waves, where gamers can ride alongside other surfers. Players can also use the Record Book feature to track individual rider stats and world records set throughout the game. 6 World titles, never the same wave twice! Features Rip with the skills of 6-time World Champion Kelly Slater or one of 8 other top pros. Surf a total of 30 levels featuring 15 of the most popular surf sports from around the globe. Ride an unlimited number of interactive, populated waves with plenty of obstacles to trick off. So many waves to choose from-you'll never surf the same wave twice. Pull off thousands of real and fantasy tricks including aerials, tube rides, snaps, cutbacks and floaters

Overview Leaner. Meaner. Greener. Well, maybe not leaner... Voyage through familiar haunts like Shrek’s swamp. Explore all-new areas like Far Far Away and even locations not seen in the film, like Billy Goat’s Gruff Bridge, the Spooky Forest, and the Dwarven Mines. The adventure continues in Shrek 2... Features Get 3 of your friends together and watch the mayhem multiply. Choose 4 characters from a list of 10, including Shrek and Fiona, Donkey, Puss in Boots and Gingerbread Man, and everybody plays at once. Tag-team baddies and use each character’s special abilities to solve puzzles and accomplish mission objectives. Switch among characters in the heat of battle. Laugh out loud as you and your pals are treated to hours of comic dialogue and sight gags. Experience Hero Time. Master each character’s unique special moves in singleplayer segments and mini-quests that feature one character at a time. Then show off the skills you’ve perfected in the main game and start cleaning swamp!

Overview Someone has stolen King Neptune's crown and it looks like Mr. Krabs is the culprit! Though he's just been passed over for the promotion of his dreams, SpongeBob stands by his boss. Along with his best friend Patrick, they set out on a treacherous mission to Shell City to reclaim the crown and save Mr. Krab's life. Only you can help our heroes save Mr. Krabs and all of Bikini Bottom from Plankton's dreaded "Plan Z". Features 4 playable characters: SpongeBob SquarePants, Patrick Star, Sandy Cheeks and Mindy. Adventure through huge 3D worlds all based on the SpongeBob SquarePants Movie. Non-linear gameplay allows players multiple paths in order to complete main objectives. Re-live the movie as you find helpful friends and face-off against powerful enemies, featuring authentic voice talent and special cameo appearances.

Important Product Note A DVDROM is required to install and play this game. Lego Star Wars Arrives on the Mac! For the first time ever, one of the world’s most successful film series meets one of the world’s favorite toys in an epic new video game. Three Movies... One Game Play the whole story of Episode I: The Phantom Menace, Episode II: Attack of the Clones and Episode III: Revenge of the Sith... three movies in one game! Over 30 Star Wars Characters From Anakin Skywalker and Yoda, to Darth Maul and General Grievous, control over 30 of your favorite characters. Drop in and Drop out Two player co-operative play allows a second player to join in or leave the action whenever they want. Use the Force To move and transform Lego objects, overcome obstacles and defeat your enemies. Authentic Audio From Skywalker Sound brings the Star Wars experience to life. Unique "Free Play" Mode Enables you to play with unlocked characters wherever you like, and switch between them at will.

Includes Arthur's Computer Adventure Once again, Arthur, D.W., and friends lead you on a hilarious adventure that kids won't want to miss. An interactive adventure, 5 learning activities, adjustable difficulty levels, hundreds of clickables, and 13 surprises and puzzles along with printable coloring pages. A great program to help kids develop critical reading, math, and logic skills while they play along with Arthur. This interactive story draws kids into Arthur's endlessly entertaining world. It seems Arthur's hooked on "Deep Dark Sea", his favorite computer game. His mom tells him not to touch the computer while she's out. Of course, the temptation is just too much. Arthur and his friend Buster turn the computer on and dive into the game. They play just long enough to fight over the mouse and make the screen go blank! Arthur's Wilderness Rescue Strap on your backpack and grab a flashlight it's time for a wilderness adventure with Arthur and Mr. Ratburn's class on the trails of Mount Rockslide! In a simple twist of fate, Mr. Ratburn twists his ankle and it's up to you and Arthur to save the day. Climb steep mountains, explore forests and search for hidden surprises. You'll need all your problem solving and critical thinking skills to lead the class to safety. Enjoy a different learning adventure each time you play! Complete the ultimate wilderness adventure Explore many topics and save the day with Arthur.

Be the Roach! Bad Mojo has evolved into an unqualified cult classic, lauded by critics and fans alike. A testament to its originality, the game is still being reviewed by the gaming press. In this truly unique tale, "mad scientist" entomologist Roger Samms has been temporarily turned into a cockroach, leading to gritty discovery and exploration that sucks you in with great visuals, and keeps you playing with a poignant story. Clever obstacles bar your progress in the dark and intricate world of a dilapidated San Francisco building. Features Totally original premise. Great graphics and design. Terrific exploration and discovery with organic obstacles. Fully updated full motion video. Bonus! Behind the scenes making of the game and Interview with the developers.

Overview A murdered woman... a slain police officer.. a mysterious arson case. What do these crimes have in common? Enter the gritty world of CSI and search for the truth with Grissom, Catherine, and the entire Crime Scene Investigation team. Armed with high-powered forensic equipment and razor-sharp wits, delve deep into the mysteries of five baffling crime scenes to reveal the truth. Features Join the CSI team and become a full-fledged Crime Scene Investigator and join forces with Grissom, Catherine, and the entire CSI cast. Master the CSI tools and use an arsenal of forensic equipment, including fingerprint dusters, UV lights, casting kits, and much more to break down crime scenes with ultimate precision and skill. Crack the crimes to piece together the shocking truth behind 5 baffling crimes, using forensic skills, puzzle-solving prowess, and unflinching nerves. True CSI! Live the total CSI experience with real music, atmosphere, and locations from the primetime TV smash-hit CSI.

Overview Payback lets you have all the fun of automobile thievery and random violence without any of the pesky life-changing consequences. With an astounding array of weapons, an assortment of cars ready to be stolen, and a kickin' soundtrack to pass the time in your new ride, Payback is the ultimate mayhem-making, hell-raising game for the Macintosh! Blow through the city at your own pace. You can do what the local kingpin tells you, uncover secret missions or just go on a mad killing spree. In Payback, You don't need to accomplish every mission, simply earn enough points to make it to the next city. Hidden secrets will keep you coming back to cities you've already mastered. Steal rocket-fast sportscars. Hijack buses and listen to the passengers scream at every sharp turn or bump. Deliver death in your very own ice cream truck, complete with chimes! Be bold, and steal a police cruiser from under a cop's nose. Do it all, and more, in Payback. It sure beats walking! You'll also have an arsenal to help you complete missions or slaughter innocents. If a pistol doesn’t pack enough punch, try a shotgun on for size. Unleash a wall of lead with the minigun. Sick and twisted types will enjoy the plentiful supply of flamethrowers and grenades scattered throughout the town in armament crates. Or just run over anyone that gets in your way. It's your crime do it any way you want! Payback's realistic physics capabilities let you trash cars in any weather. Tired of dominating the cities that come with the game? Payback's map editor lets you build your own stomping grounds. Features Gouraud shading with realtime dynamic light-sourcing, 3 huge cities to explore. Dozens of vehicles to drive, each with their own unique handling characteristics. Includes trucks, cars, buses, boats, tanks and a few other surprises! Motion captured human animation. Non-linear mission structure. Advanced 3D audio system tracks up to 500 sounds, realistically simulates doppler effect and inverse-square law. Multiplayer mode with support for up to 4 players. Support for hardware acceleration and resolutions of up to 1024x768.

Dig into Creative Fun! When Arthur enters a sand castle contest during a trip to the beach, he’ll need your help to design and build a masterpiece. Help him and The Brain build the greatest sand castle ever so Arthur can win first prize! Watch out, though... it's not as simple as it seems. Along the way, you’ll encounter pinching crabs, hot sand and a host of other tricky challenges. Join Arthur for a day at the beach filled with surf, sand and creative challenge. In this whimsical game of fun-in-the-sun, you’ll build more than just a sand castle... you’ll build your imagination, too! Features Stretch your imagination and problem-solving skills in four exciting activities. Progress through three levels of creative challenge. Build your own sand castle with easy step-by-step instructions. Even print out a newspaper story about your beach creation! Featuring all the wit and charm that have made Arthur a kids’ favorite for years, Arthur’s Sand Castle Contest promises hours of stimulating, challenging play. Four distinct activities and multiple levels of challenge keep the game fresh every time.