It's finally here! The official Toy Fair 2002 Hasbro press release!

Hasbro Introduces Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones Toys & Games for Fans of All Ages At Toy Fair 2002

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 8, 2002--Diverse Product Line Brings Innovation and Excitement to Fans of All Ages

As kids and Star Wars fans of all ages eagerly await the release of Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones on May 16, 2002, Hasbro, Inc., (NYSE:HAS) will unveil its exciting line of toys and games based on the film at the American International Toy Fair in New York City.

Imaginations of Star Wars fans everywhere will take flight on April 23, when Hasbro's exclusive product line is scheduled to become available at retailers nationwide. With products designed to continue the fantasy of Star Wars for the young and young at heart, Hasbro's 2002 product line includes toys and games across a broad array of categories, including action figures and vehicles, role-play sets, board games, hand-held electronics and trading card games.

"Star Wars is one of the most popular and successful entertainment properties of all time and we are very excited about the debut of our Attack of the Clones product line," said Brian Goldner, President of Hasbro's U.S. toys group. "We have worked closely with both LucasFilm Licensing and retailers to develop a product line that offers exciting play features for kids, while also providing products that we are confident collectors will love."

"Hasbro's new Episode II product line brings the Star Wars experience alive in exciting and innovative ways for both kids and the avid collector," said Jim Silver, publisher of Toy Wishes. "The line keys in on product categories that are the strengths for past Star Wars merchandising. One strong example is Hasbro's action figures, which are packed with great new play value that will bring the fantasy to a new level for kids."

There is something in Hasbro's Star Wars line to help every fan, new and old, re-live the fantasy. Hasbro's Star Wars action figure and vehicle line is an integrated play system allowing for the most awesome Star Wars play experience. New action figures put the power of "The Force" into kids hands with animated "force" and "flipping" features, and Hasbro's vehicles are more action-packed than ever before. Plus, kids will be able to have their very own R2-D2 INTERACTIVE ASTROMECH DROID that answers to their call, obeys their commands and shows the spunk that made R2-D2 famous! And, for fans that want to keep all of their Star Wars characters and facts in order, a handheld JEDI DEX is brimming with essential information, a trivia game and organizer functions.

For Star Wars game fans, Wizards of the Coast is introducing a trading card game that gives collectors and strategy game fans a new way to relive the action and adventures. Hasbro Games will unveil GAME OF LIFE: A JEDI'S PATH that brings Star Wars excitement to a childhood classic. And an all-new Star Wars preschool line from the PLAYSKOOL brand brings the fantasy to budding fans.

Additional details of key offerings from Hasbro's Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones product line includes:

TOYS

ACTION FIGURES

Both kids and fans can experience Star Wars to the fullest with new basic and deluxe action figures, outfitted for the first time with animated "force" and "flipping" features that re-define the "action" part of action figures. Equipped with magnets in their hands, JEDI figures use "The Force" to summon and hold a lightsaber, open doors and hold onto flying droids. Select deluxe figures include flipping action bases that allow OBI-WAN KENOBI and COUNT DOOKU each to flip into battle against the other. (Basic figures -- Approximate Retail Price: $5.99; Recommended Age: 4 & up) (Deluxe figures -- Approximate Retail Price: $9.99; Recommended Age: 4 & up)

VEHICLES

Vehicles are a big part of the Star Wars fantasy play. The line includes vehicles such as the much-feared bounty hunter JANGO FETT'S SLAVE I, which contains a secret hatch that reveals a multi-missile launcher and can hold up to three action figures; the JEDI STARFIGHTER, which converts from "flight" to "fight" mode with the push of a button; and CORUSCANT SPEEDERS with features that help fans recreate the film's action scenes. (Approximate Retail Price Range: $10.99-24.99; Recommended Age: 4 & up)

R2-D2 INTERACTIVE ASTROMECH DROID

For more than 25 years, one of everyone's favorite characters has been R2-D2, the loveable, feisty and heroic droid. This fall, Hasbro brings R2-D2 to life for every kid to own! The R2-D2 INTERACTIVE ASTROMECH DROID is an 18-inch version of R2-D2 and is packed with all the spunk and charm that made the droid famous. The R2-D2 ASTROMECH DROID answers to your call and obeys your commands. Equipped with innovative speech recognition technology, infrared scanning technology and working sonar navigation, this R2-D2 recognizes 40 spoken phrases, plays six exciting games, and sings five tunes. It even has a retractable arm that lets it hold a 12-ounce beverage! (Approximate Retail Price: $99.99; Recommended Age: 6 & up; Available: September)

JEDI DEX

No Star Wars fan should be without Tiger Electronics' JEDI DEX! This JEDI DEX is a detailed encyclopedia on the upcoming movie with detailed information on over 60 "Classic Trilogy" characters and items within the Star Wars universe. Simply highlight a character name, alien, weapon or vehicle and detailed bio information and graphic representation will be retrieved on that item. Take full advantage of your JEDI DEX search engine to list and sort your favorite Star Wars item by characteristics. The JEDI DEX also combines organizer functions such as address book, calculator and alarm clock. Don't forget to challenge your Star Wars knowledge in the Star Wars trivia game. (Approximate Retail Price: $24.99; Ages: 5 and up)

FORCE LINK

Take these pocked-sized ships anywhere by clipping them onto your backpack. Each one includes flashing LED lights, digitized movie sound effects and a special sound that plays when two ships connect. Choose from four ships featuring authentic Star Wars detailing. Collect them all for a Galaxy of fun. (Approximate Retail Price: $7.99; Ages: 5 and up)

JEDI KNIGHT ACTION SET

Feel "The Force" of a JEDI KNIGHT with Larami's JEDI KNIGHT ACTION SET. This role-play set comes with an extending lightsaber, binoculars, a belt, and headgear. The set has all of the essentials that a JEDI KNIGHT needs for his adventures throughout the galaxy. All items are authentic replicas of items used in the Star Wars movie! (Approximate Retail Price: $14.99; Ages: 6 years and up)

PLAYSKOOL STAR WARS

PLAYSKOOL now offers intergalactic adventures for preschoolers with the Star Wars line designed especially for them. These preschool-styled characters, vehicles and playsets are easy to hold, stand and maneuver, allowing the littlest of fans to create their own Star Wars adventures. Highlights from the line include Star Wars MILLENNIUM FALCON ADVENTURE, Star Wars X-WING ADVENTURE and Star Wars DUEL WITH DARTH MAUL. (Ages 3 & Up; Approximate Retail Price $7.99 - $24.99; Star Wars MILLENNIUM FALCON ADVENTURE available in Fall)

GAMES

STAR WARS TRADING CARD GAME: ATTACK OF THE CLONES:

This Wizard of the Coast game's innovative game mechanic enhances the rich Star Wars experience by allowing players to plan and execute the high-stakes gambits and intense action of a climactic Star Wars battle. Card sets (one Light side, one Dark side) for the Star Wars TCG will draw content from every Star Wars era, including the Star Wars movies and the Star Wars expanded universe. The first Star Wars trading card game release, which includes content from the highly anticipated Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones, is designed by Richard Garfield. (Approximate Retail Price: 2-player Starter - $6.99; 5-card booster - $1.49; Ages: 10 & up)

GAME OF LIFE: A JEDI'S PATH

Jedi Knight or Sith Lord? Awesome warrior or mystical thinker? These are the choices players face in GAME OF LIFE: A JEDI'S PATH. As players move their aspiring Jedi around the board (passing tests, doing battle, learning lessons, going on missions, and building their light-sabers), they build their connection to the Force in four ways - Logic, Intuition, Fighting, and Energy. Along the way, players can choose the Jedi path or the riskier/quicker "Dark Path." But be careful, once you go down the dark side, there may not be redemption for you. At the end of the game, the mightiest Jedi and the darkest Sith square off to determine the most powerful Force-user in the Galaxy. (Approximate Retail Price: $19.99; Ages: 9 and up; Players: 2 to 4)

STAR WARS - EPIC DUELS

The Star Wars movies are filled with classic one-on-one duels and now fans can relive these movie moments...and even create never-before-seen battles. The Star Wars EPIC DUELS game allows fans to pit almost any Star Wars character against another. Game play takes place on one of four battle venues and players chose their character from one of 30-plus painted figures. Each character comes with its own card deck and strategy. (Approximate Retail Price: $19.99; Ages: 8 and up; Players: 2 or 4)

Hasbro (NYSE:HAS) is a worldwide leader in children's and family leisure time entertainment products and services, including the design, manufacture and marketing of games and toys ranging from traditional to high-tech. Both internationally and in the U.S., its PLAYSKOOL, TONKA, MILTON BRADLEY, PARKER BROTHERS, TIGER, and WIZARDS OF THE COAST brands and products provide the highest quality and most recognizable play experiences in the world.

For information on additional Star Wars products from Wizards of the Coast, Tiger, Larami and Hasbro Games, visit media.hasbro.com or starwars.hasbro.com.

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