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Nintendo Dropping Prices of Nintendo DSi and Nintendo DSi XL Systems on Sept. 12

August 31st, 2010 Andrew Lampard

Nintendo DSi XLNintendo is dropping the suggested retail price of its Nintendo DSi and Nintendo DSi XL video game systems.

Effective Sept. 12, the new suggested retail price of the Nintendo DSi system will be $149.99, while the new suggested retail price for the Nintendo DSi XL system will be $169.99. The Nintendo DS Lite model will remain at a suggested retail price of $129.99. The Nintendo DS family of video game systems is the best-selling in the history of the U.S. and worldwide. The new prices offer consumers tremendous value for their money while providing access to the best portable video game experiences possible.

“We know shoppers want to get the maximum value out of every dollar they spend,” said Cammie Dunaway, Nintendo of America’s executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. “Our new Nintendo DSi prices make it easier than ever for consumers to access the tremendous variety of games, applications and social tools on the Nintendo DSi and Nintendo DSi XL systems.”

The Nintendo DSi and Nintendo DSi XL systems offer consumers access to more than 1,300 packaged games and more than 200 downloadable games. Both systems feature two built-in cameras and photo- and sound-manipulation software that provide for a more social experience. Users can wirelessly upload photos to Facebook with the touch of a button (wireless broadband Internet access required). The Nintendo DSi XL system, which features a screen that is 93 percent larger than that of the Nintendo DS Lite, comes pre-loaded with software like Brain Age Express: Math, Brain Age Express: Arts & Letters, Flipnote Studio, Photo Clock and the Nintendo DSi Browser.

Through the end of July, total Nintendo DS family hardware sales are more than 42.3 million in the United States alone, according to the NPD Group. Recent and upcoming software releases for the Nintendo DS family of systems include DRAGON QUEST IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies (now available), Professor Layton and the Unwound Future (Sept. 12), Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs (Oct. 4), Art Academy (Oct. 25), Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Mini-Land Mayhem! (Nov. 14) and Golden Sun: Dark Dawn (Nov. 29).

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GO Series: Japanese DSiWare on its way to Europe

August 24th, 2010 Console Digest

Western gamers are in for a treat as Rising Star Games and Gamebridge announce the new digitally distributed GO Series will soon be available in Europe and North America – exclusively on DSiWare. The GO Series will bring the best Japanese DSiWare games to Europe and North America, benefitting from relationships Rising Star Games and Gamebridge have with top developers in Japan and Asia.

The GO Series will distribute games from renowned Japanese studios including: G-mode, ArtePiazza, SUZAK and TOM CREATE. The studios selected to be part of the GO Series are responsible for impressive titles such as: Wario: Master of Disguise, Dragon Quest, Innocent Life and F-Zero GP Legend.

Martin Defries, managing director of Rising Star Games said, “The GO Series offers great casual games for great value. We are really pleased with the studios that have come together to create this series and we’re looking forward to getting these impressive casual games into the hands of European and North American gamers.”

The GO Series will be released between September and December 2010. The first two games available will be: 10 Second Run and Defence Wars, for the modest sum of 200 DSiWare points each.

10 Second Run will be available across Europe from the 3rd September and Defence Wars from 24th September. US release dates for both titles are to be confirmed. The compilation trailer for the GO Series goes live on the EU Nintendo Channel today.

10 Second Run
In 10 second run the player takes control of a stick man and run for his life across obstacle courses to reach the goal within 10 seconds. Move like your life depends on it, dashing across over 50 stages, avoiding various hazards and desperately trying to reach the exit on time. 10 seconds is all you’ve got!

Fuyuhiko Fujimoto, director of 10 Second Run at G-mode said, “We’re extremely pleased to be teaming up with Gamebridge and the GO Series to bring 10 Second Run to players around the world. After the game’s success in Japan since its release in April, I’m really looking forward to having players everywhere try out the game. We’re confident the sense of fun trying to reach the exit in just 10 seconds will be universal.”

Defence Wars
In Defence Wars the player takes control of a mini arsenal of weapons and fight off wave after wave of enemy attacks. Hold your base until the reinforcements arrive by flicking bullets and bombs at the oncoming enemies using the stylus. Arm your base with guns, cannons and tanks in preparation for the onslaught and then attack with everything you’ve got.

Noriyoshi Takagi, director of Defence Wars at Tom Create said, “Defence Wars was released in Japan in Feb 2010 and it is still in the top 10. The game’s tempo and intuitive touch pen controls are the reasons for its continued success. We are looking forward to European and American players being able to enjoy Defence Wars.”

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Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies

July 29th, 2010 Console Digest

Consumers across the United States will have a unique opportunity to come together and experience the new DRAGON QUEST IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies game this summer as Nintendo offers interactive demo opportunities and special downloadable content at retail destinations from coast to coast.

In addition to live game-play demos and the chance to enjoy the game’s multiplayer mode with fellow DRAGON QUEST fans, attendees who bring their Nintendo DS system and DRAGON QUEST IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies game card to these upcoming sampling events will have the opportunity to experience the game’s cooperative “Tag Mode” feature by connecting with other players and acquiring special downloadable treasure maps.

On July 31, select GameStop stores will host “The Ultimate DRAGON QUEST IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies Experience,” inviting visitors to enjoy guided demos and connect with other DRAGON QUEST fans. Also at most GameStop stores, visitors will be able to access a special downloadable treasure map called “Zoma,” available for the first time in North America, via the game’s Tag Mode feature. Sampling events will also be held on Aug. 7 at select Best Buy retail locations, where attendees will have access to the “Estark” treasure map, available for the first time in North America.

From Aug. 7 to Sept. 19, weekend sampling events will be held at select shopping malls around the country, highlighting the game’s rich customization options and multiplayer fun. Visitors to these mall events will have access to the downloadable “Malroth” treasure map.

To access treasure maps, players must have their Nintendo DS system running the DRAGON QUEST IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies game, set to Tag Mode. Once players reach the town of Stornway, they are able to access Tag Mode by talking to Erinn at the Quester’s Rest Inn.

The latest installment in the popular DRAGON QUEST franchise, DRAGON QUEST IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies lets players embark on an epic hand-held adventure. Players can choose their own appearance, occupations, companions and special items to aid in their quest, and even connect wirelessly with friends for cooperative multiplayer quests. The game has already become a social phenomenon in Japan, selling more than 4.2 million units to date.

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Rock Band 3 Pre-Order Campaign

July 20th, 2010 Console Digest

With more than 30 awards and nominations following its impressive E3 2010 debut, including multiple Best Music and Best Casual/Social game accolades, Rock Band 3 will feature an incredible 83-song setlist and access to far more music than any other music game, as well as innovative new gameplay modes and instruments. The game will ship on October 26, 2010 in North America for Xbox 360 (MSRP: $59.99), PlayStation 3 (MSRP: $59.99), Nintendo Wii (MSRP: $59.99), and Nintendo DS (MSRP: $29.99).

GameStop Pre-order* Opportunity:
GameStop shoppers who reserve Rock Band 3 for PlayStation 3 system or Xbox 360 in advance receive three downloadable Rock Band songs at launch:

  • Burning Down the House by Talking Heads
  • My Own Summer by Deftones
  • Blue Monday by New Order

Amazon Pre-order* Opportunity:
Amazon shoppers who reserve Rock Band 3 for PlayStation 3 system, Xbox 360 and Wii in advance will receive access to an exclusive in-game guitar. Additionally, for a limited time only, PlayStation 3 system and Xbox 360 owners who pre-order Rock Band 3 in advance on Amazon will receive $10 off a future videogame purchase.

Wal-Mart Pre-order* Opportunity:
Walmart.com shoppers who reserve Rock Band 3 for PlayStation 3 , Xbox 360 and Wii in advance will receive a $10 eGift card for a limited time.

*Conditions and restrictions apply. Please see retailer for details.

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Music on: Acoustic Guitar

July 5th, 2010 Console Digest

Premiere at Complutense University, Madrid, July 15th and 16th

Could you imagine the experience of playing a realistic acoustic guitar in your Nintendo DSiTM?

If you are in Madrid July 15th and 16th, you can!

We will perform a live exhibition at the “Idéame” event, organized by the Complutense University of Madrid and with the support of Nintendo Ibérica, providing the opportunity for public testing!

“Music on: Acoustic Guitar”, third title of Abylight’s successful series for Nintendo DSiWareTM, is a virtual guitar with realistic sound and feeling.

It is scheduled to be released soon in Europe, Australia and the Americas.

What is “Idéame 2010”?
“Idéame” is a meeting point for young developers wishing to participate on the video game industry through open forums and other activities guided by professionals. “Idéame” is sponsored by the “Master in Game Development” of the Complutense University.

Abylight will attend “Idéame 2010” and take part in programmed activities.

The Complutense University of Madrid (Spanish: Universidad Complutense de Madrid, UCM) is a prestigious Spanish university and one of the oldest universities in the world.

“Music on” series
“Music On” series for Nintendo DSiWareTM is a software collection including musical applications and games for all ages.

The series started with “Music on: Electronic Keyboard”, followed by “Music on: Retro Keyboard”. It will be soon continued with “Music on: Acoustic Guitar”. More titles are in development.

The “Music on” series is currently top-ranked as a non-free release on the Nintendo DSiWare service in the US and European countries such as UK, Germany and France.

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