Following the announcement of the shutdown of WizKids Games by Topps Company, the BattleTech and Shadowrun communities (along with retailers) have expressed concern over the continued publication of these perennial lines.

“While it’s understandable that concerns would arise, let me put those concerns to rest,” said Loren Coleman, co-owner of Catalyst Game Labs. “After thorough legal review of our licensing contract, Catalyst is confident that regardless of the ultimate destination of these properties, we can and will continue publications for both game lines.”

Acquiring the licenses for Classic BattleTech and Shadowrun properties in 2007, Catalyst Game Labs has already published over twenty products for both lines. The November 25th street date of Ghost Cartels and Street Magic continues the revival both game lines are experiencing.

CthulhuTech, and its core companion Vade Mecum, will be available for a October 14th Street date.

CthulhuTech, the innovative storytelling game is back in print under the Catalyst Brand with an exciting new partnership between Catalyst Game Labs and WildFire LLC. This venture brings the high quality production values of Catalyst Game Labs with the amazing setting and game play of WildFire LLC.

Excitement is high for these titles! With the extensive cross marketing among our consumer & fan websites (www.shadowrun4.com & www.classicbattletech.com), and our Demo Team members excited to start running in-store events, we expect demand to be high for this fully supported line. Look for the next product, CAT23200 Dark Passions, in early 09!

Title: CthulhuTech
SKU: CAT23000
Price: $49.99
Format: 288 page hardcover full color

Title: Vade Mecum
SKU: CAT23001
Price: $39.99
Format: 160 page hardcover full color
Streets: October 14th 2008

Catalyst is proud to announce a March 18th, 2008 street date for the Shadowrun, Fourth Edition book – Arsenal!

When corpsec is raining lead down on your position, a wardrobe malfunction will get you dead. To survive against gangs, syndicates, and megacorps, shadowrunners need the best gear they can make, buy, or steal.

Arsenal covers everything a runner team needs, from weapons and armor to advanced electronics and spy toys to the latest state-of-the-art drones. It also covers the intricacies of the black market and drug trade and provides advanced rules for combat and martial arts, mixing your own chemicals and explosives, and modifying your weapons and vehicles.