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Launch of Bisty's Pachislot Machine “Neon Genesis Evangelion” (Translation) To all concerned parties: July 25, 2005 Fields Corporation President and CEO: Hidetoshi Yamamoto (JASDAQ code: 2767) Inquiries: Hiroyuki Yamanaka General Manager Administration Division Tel: +81-3-5784-2111 ©GAINAX/Project Eva./TV Tokyo Launch of Bisty’s Pachislot Machine “Neon Genesis Evangelion” —First pachislot machine to comply with new regulations— Fields Corporation (Head office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Hidetoshi Yamamoto) announces the nationwide launch of Bisty Co., Ltd.’s pachislot machine “Neon Genesis Evangelion,” the first pachislot machine in the industry to comply with the new regulations of the Security Electronics and Communications Technology Association through the Association’s official examination. “Neon Genesis Evangelion” features the characters from the popular Japanese animation movie of the same name. With variations in presentation even more diverse than Bisty’s highly acclaimed pachinko machine “CR Neon Genesis Evangelion,” “Neon Genesis Evangelion” reproduces its power and world view in an even more dynamic form. “Neon Genesis Evangelion” has been designed in three types, one for each of the main characters Rei Ayanami, Shinji Ikari, and Soryu Asuka Langley. This is the first time in the industry that a machine has been made with unique presentation specifications according to each type. The hardware consists of new casings with a multifaceted design that evokes a strong sense of metallic depth and brings out the beauty of the lights. The machines are equipped with video ROM with a huge 2-Gigabit capacity, enhancing the presentation quality and permitting more breadth in the development of the story. This combination of the latest hardware and software enables players to experience a higher level of visual power and beauty than ever before. Players will be able to experience the new machine’s enhanced entertainment elements at pachinko halls throughout Japan from the middle of September. ©GAINAX/Project Eva./TV Tokyo Sales of “Neon Genesis Evangelion” have been incorporated into the Fields *Unauthorized use of the images is Corporation business plan for the fiscal year ending March 2006. prohibited <End> ◆For inquiries or further information, please contact:◆ IR Manager, Fields Corporation E Space Tower 12F, 3-6 Maruyama-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0044 Tel: +81-3-5784-2109 Fax: +81-3-5784-2119 .
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