World Cyber Games Announces Cast for Season 2 of WCG Ultimate Gamer on Syfy

World Cyber Games Announces Cast for Season 2 of WCG Ultimate Gamer on Syfy

NEW YORK, Aug. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Cyber Games Inc. (WCG) unveiled the dynamic cast for the second season of WCG Ultimate Gamer today, in preparation for the show's return to Syfy on August 19th at 11 pm ET/PT. WCG Ultimate Gamer combines reality-TV drama, head-to-head competitive gaming and thrilling real-world challenges based on some of the most popular videogames of all time. The WCG, the organizer of the world's largest international video game competition and festival, partnered with the global technology leader Samsung and veteran reality-TV producers to make this second season even bigger, with larger-than-life contestants, last-minute victories and epic showdowns in front of audiences of screaming fans. Over eight weeks, the final two players who perform the best in multiple games and in real world challenges will face off for the title of WCG Ultimate Gamer LIVE at the WCG Grand Final, airing October 7th on Syfy.

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This season, the WCG Ultimate Gamer Season 2 Cast includes:

--Yazan Ammari, Granada Hills, CA - Sometimes called
"The Clown," Yaz can be the best friend of his fellow
competitors, or their worst enemy as he laughs his way
Who: to the top.
--Vanessa Arteaga, Modesto, CA - Vanessa burst onto
the professional gaming scene and made an immediate
impact with her superior skills, model looks and
attitude. Vanessa is generally a nice girl, but if you
make her angry, watch out, because there could be an
explosion!
--Ryan Burnett, Portland, OR - From the Northwest,
Ryan was kicked out of the house at 13; he credits
video games for 'saving his life' and propelling him
to be the biggest gamer in Oregon...but can he be the
best of the best?
-- Sebastian Burton, Stamford, CT - "Chosen1" Is a
trash-talker who aims to dominate the gaming world.
Even though he has a tough exterior, he will give you
the shirt off his back if you need it.
--Katherine Gunn, Lancaster, CA - "Kat" is a natural
born talent in gaming as she was raised in a gaming
family. With the pedigree, don't underestimate her
skills and passion to work her way to the top just
because she is a girl gamer.
-- Michael LaBelle, Houston, TX - The resident jock
of the cast, Michael is known for his specialty in
sports games and his self-proclaimed way with the
ladies.
-- Faye Mata, Kenosha, WI - This pre-med student
says that drama just seems to follow her wherever she
goes. Faye doesn't let the haters - especially other
females - bother her as she works to smash the
competition.
-- AJ Mazur, Shelton, CT - Don't be fooled by this
self-described 'typical dorky gamer.' AJ is a fierce
competitor and is currently up for a "Rock Band" World
record.
--Caesar Noreiga, Parlin, NJ - "Mr. Suave" is Jersey
born, but spends his time perfecting his skills on a
wide range of games instead of working on his tan - as
a result, he's raked up several top tournament
finishes in the process.
--Jacob "Jake" Pfister, Kent, OH - This passionate
gamer rallied online and offline supporters to win his
way onto the show as the 12th contestant. Jake hates
being worse than someone at anything, which drives him
to prove he's the best gamer.
--Rachel Quirico, Branchburg, NJ - Rachel knows she is
cute but she is more than a pretty face as she is well
known throughout the professional community for her
gaming skills and blazing confidence -she's
relentless on girl and guy gamers alike.
-- Justin Wong, New York City, NY - "JWong" is known
as the best "Street Fighter" player in the United
States. A force to be feared, he supports his parents
by gaming, though they are unaware of his profession.
Can Justin conquer WCG Ultimate Gamer using his self-
proclaimed "Justin Wong Factor?"

Comprehensive information about the cast and show is
now available at the newly relaunched Web experience,
www.WCGUltimateGamer.com.

In WCG Ultimate Gamer, a dozen top gamers from around
the country are invited to a posh loft space to live
and battle together in a series of competitions that
take them "beyond the game." From real-life
challenges inspired by top-selling games to head-to-
head elimination matches before hundreds of screaming
spectators, the last gamer standing will have survived
gaming's ultimate test and will be dubbed the best
all-around gamer in the US, taking home $100k, the
ultimate Samsung Electronics prize package,
Alienware's high-performing gaming desktop, the
Aurora, and the chance to be the face of World Cyber
Games, representing the WCG at events around the
What: world.

When: Thursdays, 11 pm ET/PT beginning on August 19

Syfy (check local listings)

About World Cyber Games (WCG)

World Cyber Games Inc. (WCG) is the organizer of the largest global video game tournament and festival, celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2010. With a yearlong competition spanning online, regional and national qualifying matches, elite gamers ascend to represent their countries at the WCG Grand Final, a thrilling high-pressure challenge to crown the world's best gamers. More than 1.6 million players from 65 countries competed for a spot in the WCG 2009 Grand Final in China. Entertainment capital Los Angeles will host this exciting competition in 2010 from September 30 to October 3. To showcase the passion and competitive spirit of gamers, WCG also produces the hit reality show WCG Ultimate Gamer, which premieres a second season in August. For more information visit http://www.wcg.com/.

About Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), based in Ridgefield Park, NJ, is a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. The company markets a broad range of award-winning consumer electronics, information systems, and home appliance products, as well as oversees all of Samsung's North American operations including Samsung Telecommunications America, LP, Samsung Semiconductor Inc., Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc. and Samsung Electronics Mexico, Inc. As a result of its commitment to innovation and unique design, the Samsung organization is one of the most decorated brands in the electronics industry. The company was ranked #19 in BusinessWeek/Interbrand "100 Best Global Brands," and named as one of Fast Company's "50 Most Innovative Companies of 2010."

About Syfy

Syfy is a media destination for imagination-based entertainment. With year round acclaimed original series, events, blockbuster movies, classic science fiction and fantasy programming, a dynamic Web site (www.Syfy.com), and a portfolio of adjacent business (Syfy Ventures), Syfy is a passport to limitless possibilities. Originally launched in 1992 as SCI FI Channel, and currently in more than 96 million homes, Syfy is a network of NBC Universal, one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. (Syfy. Imagine greater.)

Media Contacts:

For WCG
Brian Kemp
212-642-7783
Brian.Kemp@Edelman.com

For Syfy
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Erica Rubin
212-413-6934
Erica.Rubin@nbcuni.com

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CONTACT: Brian Kemp, +1-212-642-7783, Brian.Kemp@Edelman.com, for WCG;
or Erica Rubin, +1-212-413-6934, Erica.Rubin@nbcuni.com, for Syfy

Web Site: http://www.wcgultimategamer.com/
http://www.syfy.com/

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