Be one of the first to experience the new Call of Duty Construction Sets at New York Comic Con
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Be one of the first NYCC guests to experience the new Call of Duty Collector Construction Sets and get a first exclusive look at the buildable Call of Duty Zombies at New York Comic Con! The Call of Duty Collector Construction Sets booth will also feature the never-before seen life-size light armored vehicle made entirely of Mega Bloks…perfect for photo opportunities. Other activities include a digital customizer station where fans can digitally create their own Call of Duty Collector Construction set custom scene and submit them for the chance of winning a brand new Xbox One, the new Call of Duty®: Ghosts game and the entire Call of Duty Collector Construction Sets Fall lineup. First 100 RSVP's will receive a Call of Duty® Collector Construction Set upon arrival! |
| When: | Thursday, October 10th, 2013 from 6pm to 9pm |
| Where: | New York Comic Con, Jacob Javitz Center, Crystal Palace Booth #102 |
| Who: | By RSVP only- Press, Bloggers, Professionals and Fans. Spaces limited. |
| RSVP to: | [email protected] with email title "RSVP Call of Duty Mega Bloks event". Please RSVP by Wednesday, October 9th at Noon (EST). |
MONTREAL AND NEW YORK, Oct. 8, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - MEGA Brands Inc. (TSX: MB) and Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard (Nasdaq: ATVI), today announced a new premium line of Mega Bloks Collector Construction Sets based on the Call of Duty® franchise. The brand new line will be celebrated with an exclusive launch event at this week's Comic Con in New York, one of pop culture's biggest conventions from October 10th to the 13th.
The Call of Duty Collector Construction Sets bring a new level of sophistication and detail never before seen in the highly collectible construction category.
Call of Duty Collector Construction Sets are part of a multi-year, global license with Activision that expands upon the two companies' remarkable success in developing innovative, creative and entertaining construction collectibles.
Call of Duty Collector Construction Sets offer a unique range of construction collectibles, including buildable vehicles, themed locations and collectable micro action figures from the blockbuster franchise. The micro action figures feature an unprecedented level of articulation, including unique joint design for ultimate "pose-ability." In addition, the new buildable accessories and equipment systems provide endless customization opportunities.
"Call of Duty is a cultural phenomenon. To do justice to the #1 game franchise of this generation, we needed to create something truly different and special," said Vic Bertrand, Chief Innovation Officer of MEGA Brands. "We are proud to announce the Call of Duty Collector Construction Sets, an exciting new premium product line that allows fans, adult collectors and savvy builders to experience the franchise in a whole different way."
For more information, please visit callofduty.megabloks.com.
About MEGA Brands
MEGA Brands is a trusted family of leading global brands in construction toys, games & puzzles, arts & crafts and stationery. The company offers engaging creative experiences for children, families and collectors through innovative, well-designed, affordable and high-quality products. Visit: megabrands.com for more information.
| The MEGA logo, Mega Bloks, Rose Art, MEGA Puzzles, MEGA Games and Board Dudes are trademarks of MEGA Brands Inc. or its affiliates. |
About Activision
Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products.
Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Australia, South Korea, China and the region of Taiwan. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's website, www.activision.com.
| ACTIVISION and CALL OF DUTY are trademarks of Activision Publishing, Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners. |
Image with caption: "Call of Duty Collector Construction sets by Mega Bloks (CNW Group/Mega Brands Inc.)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20131008_C8006_PHOTO_EN_31790.jpg
SOURCE: Mega Brands Inc.
For additional information and to RSVP to the NYCC launch event (by email only), please contact:
Tanya Furci-Argento
PR & Communications Specialist, MEGA Brands
Tel: (514) 333-5555 ext. 2507
Cell: (514) 238-7089
[email protected]
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