HYPERKIN TO RELEASE THE RETRON 5 IN EUROPEAN TERRITORIES

EL MONTE, CA (AUGUST 2013) – With the widespread demand that the RetroN 5 has worldwide, Hyperkin officially announces that the RetroN 5 will be released in European territories. Although no date has been set for the release of the RetroN 5, the European release will coincide with the US release, with the MSRP set at €89.99. Pre-order information will be available at a later date.

The RetroN 5 will now include an AC Adapter with four variable head sockets to fit multiple regions, with the voltage ranging from 110 to 240 volts. This adapter will also have CE and UL certification.

The RetroN 5 will also be available for demo exclusively in the Retro Area at the OpenPandora booth located in Hall 10.1, F70 at Gamescom, the world’s largest trade fair in Cologne, Germany, from August 21-25, 2013. Attendees of Gamescom will be the first in the world to demo the Bluetooth Wireless Controllers that come standard with the RetroN 5.

“The demand for the RetroN 5 has surpassed our expectations, and it has become glaringly apparent that we need to serve these markets outside of the US.” said Steven Mar, Hyperkin’s Executive Director. “With the release of the RetroN 5 in Europe, we hope to usher in a new era of Hyperkin, where we can now cater to all gamers worldwide.”

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Since its launch in 2007, Hyperkin quickly has become a widely recognized and trusted brand of video game peripherals. Hyperkin is constantly developing new product ideas, emerging technologies and finding innovative ways to enhance the video game experience. Hyperkin believes that the most important asset is their business partners and is dedicated to developing long and successful relationships with each client. The company’s executive office is located in El Monte, CA. For more information, please visit: www.hyperkin.com or call 877-337-1238.