GameStop today announced that it will host events at many of its U.S. GameStop and EB Games locations counting down to the kick-off of NCAA Football 07, the newest iteration of EA’s college football video game franchise. Fans of all ages will be able to challenge themselves and score some respect for their skills on Saturday, July 15, 2006, at over 1,300 stores that are hosting in-store tournaments. On July 18, 2006, over 1,600 stores will have extended hours, allowing customers first run at the much anticipated game. NCAA Football 07 will be available for Sony’s PlayStation 2 and PSP, as well as Microsoft’s Xbox and Xbox 360.
“We are proud to bring our customers the first of this season’s highly-immersive sport titles,” stated Bob McKenzie, Senior Vice President of Merchandising at GameStop Corp. “NCAA Football 07 features a innovative momentum system and incomparable graphics that captures every moment in complete detail–from the calculated moves of the players on the field to the energy of the fans in the stadium. The game not only helps to rekindle the excitement for your favorite team, but fuels the wholesome rivalry that is inherent to college football.”