Electronic Arts (Nasdaq:ERTS) today announced FIFA 2005 and SSX Out of Bounds(a) for the N-Gage(TM) game deck. The latest in EA's growing N-Gage line-up, the new titles will feature gameplay that maximizes the N-Gage functionality by allowing players to experience the thrill of multiplayer competition via Bluetooth wireless technology, as well as provide access to the N-Gage Arena for additional play-enhancing services. FIFA 2005 and SSX Out of Bounds(a) are scheduled for release in Fall 2004.

"FIFA 2005 and SSX Out of Bounds(a) expand and enhance our N-Gage portfolio," said Nancy Smith, Executive Vice President, General Manager North America Publishing at EA. "Now featuring Bluetooth functionality, N-Gage players around the world can share the next instalment of FIFA Soccer, and the over-the-top action of SSX, with friends."

"We are focused on delivering the most entertaining mobile gaming experience. These games make that possible. Both FIFA and SSX are franchises that have proven appeal on a global scale. We are thrilled that they are coming to the N-Gage this year," said Pasi Polonen, Director of Games Publishing, Games Business Unit, Nokia.

With FIFA Soccer 2005, soccer fans can select their favorite real-life team, play "friendlies" and compete against the club or international team of their choosing. If players want to get deeper into the game, they can guide their favorite team through a full season of league or tournament play. Playing against others is easy with support for multiplayer competition via Bluetooth wireless technology.

SSX Out of Bounds(a) challenges gamers to drop in and conquer a massive mountain filled with ego-crushing challenges and gravity-bending thrills. Players can choose from 10 characters and compete in race, trick and other modes. There are 9 original tracks that are unique to the N-Gage platform (4 Race, 2 slopestyle, 2 half-pipe, 1 backcountry) and players have the opportunity to level-up characters and earn new outfits, boards and gear. With support for multiplayer racing via Bluetooth, conquering the competition has never been easier. The N-Gage Arena allows players to ghost race against people from around the world, as well as download additional content.

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About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts, headquartered in Redwood City, California, is the world's leading interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, EA posted revenues of $2.96 billion for fiscal 2004. The company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers and the Internet. In 2003, EA had 27 titles that sold more than one million copies. Electronic Arts markets its products under three brand names: EA SPORTS(TM), EA GAMES(TM) and EA SPORTS BIG(TM). EA's homepage and online game site is http://www.ea.com . More information about EA's products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at http://info.ea.com .

Electronic Arts, EA, EA GAMES, EA SPORTS and EA SPORTS BIG are trademarks or registered trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Official FIFA licensed product.

About N-Gage
The N-Gage game deck is an innovative mobile device that is creating an entirely new market for the games industry. Built for active gamers, the N-Gage platform is the first mobile and connected game deck to feature online high-quality 3D multiplayer gameplay over Bluetooth wireless technology and GPRS. The N-Gage device also offers unique online games services as well as a comprehensive and growing games catalogue from the leading game publishers. Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications. Nokia and N-Gage are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nokia Corporation.

Copyright (C) 2004 Nokia. All rights reserved. Nokia and N-Gage are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nokia Corporation. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Some features and services are dependent on the network, supported digital content formats, the compatibility of other devices and applications, and other factors. Please refer to the user guide for complete information.

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