Jason Winter, Community and Media Relations Coordinator for Press Pass, outlined for ICv2 the launch plans for the trading card game based on the hit Fox TV series 24.  Press Pass is planning nationwide launch parties in late August/early September at which consumers can get their first look at the set and obtain an exclusive pre-release promo.  Retailers can sign up with Press Pass to receive launch materials including posters, window clings and other POP materials as well as a listing on the retail locator section of the 24 TCG Website.

The 24 TCG will launch with the release of Basic Training Sets and Tactical Packs (see 'Press Pass Plans 24 TCG').  The Basic Training Set (MSRP $16.99) will include two Tactical Packs, a play mat and two exclusive cards, a Jack Bauer and a Phillip Bauer card.  Each Tactical Pack includes 24 regular cards plus 1of 24 different black background 'elite' cards.