New Gene Simmons AXE Guitar Controller for PlayStation 2 and PS3

November 24, 2008 – Kobian Inc., a leading supplier of gaming, iPod, digital audio accessories and lifestyle products, announces the Gene Simmons AXE guitar controller for PlayStation 2 and 3, Guitar Hero and Rock Band video games. This fully equipped, axe-shaped guitar controller is a replica of the KISS® bassist and vocalist’s signature bass guitar. Available now for pre-order, the AXE controller is personally certified by the Rock God himself, Gene Simmons, to give you that Rock Star experience.

“One look at this guitar will bring back memories of Gene Simmons to generations of KISS fans, as his AXE bass guitar is something his fans remember him by,” said Shawn Kapyur of Kobian Inc. “This is the first of its kind from Gene Simmons and the hottest accessory to hit guitar simulation gaming this year.”

The AXE guitar controller is a three-quarter-sized replica of the original Gene Simmons AXE guitar and larger than the standard video game guitar controllers. Customized with a replicated paint finish of the original guitar, the Axe guitar controller features Gene Simmons’s autograph and his photo in make-up painted onto the body of the controller. The AXE controller is compatible with Guitar Hero and Rock Band video games for PlayStation 2 and 3, featuring an easy-to-use control to switch between games.

 The AXE controller comes fully equipped with features including:

• Wireless range up to 30 feet
  
• Ten fret and narrow fret buttons
  
• Fully functioning whammy bar
  
• Durable strum bar
  
• USB connect ready
  

The Gene Simmons AXE video game controller for PlayStation 2 and 3 is available on www.amazon.com, retailing for $79.99. For additional retailers or information, please visit www.hipstreetonline.com or www.genesimmonsaxeguitar.com.

SOURCE Kobian Inc.