Category: Gaming

J!NX: 15% off your order of $30+, plus Two New Tees

from J!NX:

New Wil Wheaton Collaboration Tees: Meeps and 8 Bit Crest
This week marks the conclusion of our first J!NX Collaboration with Wil Wheaton. The first of the final two shirts in the series, Meeps, honors the little wooden figures we love so much in table-top gaming. The other design, 8 Bit Crest, pays homage to science, gaming, sci-fi, and writing — interests quite prevalent among anyone living the Wheaton lifestyle.

New Promo! Get 15% off orders of $30 or more!
OMG, a new promotion! This week, you can get 15% off of orders of $30 or more when you enter the code “MEEPS” during checkout. Offer valid until 11:59pm (PDT) on 7/16/10. Not valid in combination with any other sale or discount.

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The Adventure is Yours in “Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies”

from Nintendo of Canada:

One of the biggest games ever to launch for the Nintendo DS family of systems has arrived in North America, giving Canadian consumers a chance to experience the hand-held gaming phenomenon that has already attracted more than 4.2 million players in Japan. With unique features that let players customize characters and connect with friends via a local wireless connection to take on epic adventures, Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies, developed by Square Enix Co., Ltd., gives people of all ages, backgrounds and gaming experience levels a remarkable way to combine imaginative game play and social fun.

Players begin by creating fully customized heroes to guide on their quest, choosing from different face, hair and even eye colour. As they journey forth, characters are further developed and enhanced as they choose from more than 1,000 items and pieces of equipment, change jobs and abilities, and join up with new customizable companions. Using a local wireless connection, up to four players within range of each other can band together at any time to explore mysterious dungeons and tangle with fearsome monsters throughout a spellbinding world of adventure.

In addition to a wireless multiplayer mode, Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies includes an interactive Tag Mode that allows players to keep the game active even while their Nintendo DS system is stored in their pocket, purse or backpack. When two players come within range of one another, Tag Mode enables them to wirelessly — and automatically — exchange character information, customized greetings and treasure maps. These treasure maps allow players to find otherwise inaccessible dungeons called grottoes featuring special boss monsters and even rare items.

“There’s no limit to the fun of Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies,” said Ron Bertram, Nintendo of Canada’s vice-president and general manager. “The ability to create your own characters and enjoy the game with friends makes every adventure as unique as players themselves. Better yet, the Nintendo DS family of systems makes the game easy for people to enjoy anytime, anywhere.”

Interacting with different characters will unfold the story and point players toward their next quest. Players might be asked to find a missing item or to defeat a monster in a particular way. All quests come with a reward, which might be anything from a rare item to a new, unlocked occupation. During their journey, players will encounter mighty monsters in fast-paced battles. The more foes players defeat, the stronger they become. Players who get the urge to upgrade their characters can visit an in-game online shop (broadband Internet access required) to acquire new items using in-game currency they have collected while playing. The selection of items changes daily. Players can also connect online to download new weekly quests for about a year from the launch of the game, each with its own challenges and rewards.

For more information about Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies, visit dqnine.com.

Check Out What’s New for Celebration V This Week

from StarWars.com:

Only 5 Weeks Left Until Star Wars Celebration V!

Sith Virus Attacks G4!
This August, the Star Wars universe merges with our own when Star Wars Celebration V comes to Orlando, Florida. The ultimate Star Wars party, from August 12-15, it’s a festival for fans of the Star Wars movies, television series, toys, games, and more. Of course, while the Star Wars universe spilling into our own means an influx of Jedi, it also means an invasion of Sith Lords, Smugglers, and Bounty Hunters. In fact, this invasion’s already started to take hold of the internet and a Sith Virus is starting to spread, causing glitches across G4TV.com, StarWars.com, and StarWarsCelebration.com. We need your help to track it down! There are twelve pages spread across G4TV.com, StarWars.com, and StarWarsCelebration.com that have been infected with this Sith Virus, and if you can decipher the clues, find the pages, and locate the glitches, you’ll have helped us save the internet. And you’ll have a chance to win a few prizes, too! One First Prize Winner takes home two pairs of 4-Day tickets to CV, two pairs of tickets to Last Tour to Endor at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, a Gentle Giant Statue, and a new Xbox 360 Slim from G4! Additional winners take home 4-Day tickets to CV, along with other cool prizing. Want to enlist? Visit G4TV.com/glitch to get started and help us track this virus down!

Last Chance to Order Tickets with Delivery to your Door!
Don’t miss the convenience of having your Star Wars Celebration V tickets mailed to your door. Be ready at the opening bell, and enjoy all the excitement this huge event has to offer, by ordering your tickets online by this Sunday! Sunday, July 11 at 11:59 PM EST is the absolute last moment you can order your tickets and have them mailed to your door. There’s no additional cost for standard postage when you order online. Once you have your ticket you’ll be able to walk right into Celebration without stopping at the registration desks. If you wait until July 12, you’ll still be able to buy your ticket — you’ll just have to wait in line! Avoid those long lines on the first day of the show, and order your tickets now! *Please note: International tickets will not mail and must be picked up onsite.

New “I Love You/I Know” Couples T-Shirts Added for Pre-Order Today!
Check out our newest Celebration V t-shirt, complete with the famous taglines, “I Love You/I Know”, available now for you and your significant other to wear together at Celebration V! BUY TODAY! Note: The deadline to order these shirts is July 25th. They will not be mailed to you, but can be purchased on-site at Celebration V. Therefore, you must have a valid Celebration V event badge to purchase these shirts.

Warwick Davis at Celebration V!
Film and television actor, and seasoned Celebration host, Warwick Davis will attend Celebration V, signing autographs and meeting fans in the Celebration Autograph Hall! Davis, who has frequently hosted at the Celebrations, will be able to spend more time with fans at the show in Orlando. Always a favorite with audiences, Davis will also appear on stage to share stories about his fascinating career, and entertain questions from the audience. Davis has been well known to Star Wars fans since his career-starting performance as Wicket the Ewok in Return of the Jedi, and in the television films Ewoks: Battle for Endor and Caravan of Courage. Warwick returned to the galaxy far, far away in 1997 with several roles in The Phantom Menace.

Check Out What’s New for Celebration V This Week

from StarWars.com:

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With summer in full swing, the Celebration V plans are heating up! Check out all of the latest updates, and take advantage of these incredible opportunities!

Star Wars Spike 4th of July Trivia Contest: Celebrate Your Freedom from the Galactic Empire!
Get ready as Spike presents the complete Star Wars Saga — all six movies — on July 3rd and 4th! Throughout the marathon, Star Wars Celebration V is presenting a series of trivia questions. If you can answer all six, you’ll have proven yourself a Jedi Master and be entered to win fabulous prizes, including tickets to the show this August! From four-day passes to the show and Last Tour to Endor event tickets, to limited-edition collectibles and DVD sets, we’re hooking you up with some serious Star Wars swag. Simply tune in this weekend, starting Saturday, July 3rd, catch the trivia questions on-screen, and click here to enter. May the lucky Force be with you!

Celebration V and Cartoon Network Present the Star Wars Ultimate Fan Getaway!
Orlando is already the vacation capital of the world, but from August 12-15th, it’ll be one of the hottest destinations in the galaxy! One lucky Star Wars fan will win a family vacation to Celebration V, the biggest Star Wars party EVER! Cartoon Network is proud to present the Star Wars Ultimate Getaway — a chance to travel to “a galaxy far, far away”, and stay in a pad that would make Lando Calrissian jealous. Winners will receive: Four Jedi Knight VIP tickets to Star Wars Celebration V, A Star Wars Dream Suite in the Peabody Orlando Hotel, Round trip travel for four from anywhere in the continental US, Transportation between the Airport and Peabody Orlando Hotel. The centerpiece of the Star Wars Ultimate Getaway is the Dream Suite — a two-level hotel room, decked out with Star Wars décor and accessories from Lucasfilm’s licensees and licensing archives! You’ll have your fill of DVDs, video games, action figures, collectibles, toys, apparel and household items, along with a treasure trove of rare, vintage collectibles from the Lucasfilm vault! And don’t worry — everything gets packed and shipped to your home address at the end of CV! Enter here by July 9th: cartoonnetwork.com/getaway. Good luck, and May the Force be with you!

Purchase your CV tickets today, with delivery straight to your door!
When you purchase your Celebration V tickets before July 11th at 11:59 PM (EST), you’ll receive them in the mail in advance of the show. Doesn’t get much easier than that! Tickets purchased after July 11th require an on-site pick up, and who wants to spend valuable show time waiting in line? Go to starwarscelebration.com now and purchase today!

Don’t Miss Out on Discounted Hotels!
You know you’re coming, so now it’s time to secure a great hotel room for as low as $65 a night! Book now by simply going to starwarscelebration.com and follow the link to take advantage of our exclusive hotel rates. You have until July 21st to benefit from these amazing discounts, so don’t delay! Reminder: OnPeak is the only official housing partner associated with Star Wars Celebration V. While other companies may contact you offering housing, they are not endorsed by or affiliated with Star Wars Celebration V.

Sport your Celebration pride by wearing exclusive CV gear now!
Got your tickets and hotel secured? Now it’s time to pre-order exclusive Celebration V t-shirts — available online now, with direct shipment to you! The deadline is July 25th, so head to the Celebration Store today and select your gear! Note: You must already be a Celebration V ticket holder to purchase these exclusive T-shirts online. International orders will not mail, and must be picked up on-site at the Official Celebration Show Store.

Weta: Mad Max, Prawns and Saturn Awards

from Weta:

Weta to work on Mad Max: Fury Road
We’re thrilled to announce our involvement with Mad Max: Fury Road, a long-awaited continuation of the Mad Max suite, the last installment of which, Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome, premiered 25 years ago. Read More Here!

Christopher Johnson and son — Prawns in District 9
Exiled by fate to an alien and hostile planet where he is placed in a ghetto and forced to survive on black market pet food, Christopher Johnson is on a relentless quest to escape. With the help of his son and a few close confidants, he has managed to scrape together enough alien fuel to attempt a get-away. Beneath his ramshackle shelter hides a secret waiting to be unearthed. It’s now or never. From Neill Blomkamp’s District 9, Weta brings you a sculpture of the two hero “prawns” as they are condescendingly referred to by the humans of Johannesburg. They stand amid the rubble that is both their immediate source of nourishment and also offers a faint glimmer of hope to a people marooned. Preorder the Prawns Here!

Avatar scoops it big at Saturn Awards and District 9 Best International
The 36th Annual Saturn Awards (The Academy of Science Fiction Fantasy & Horror Films) were awarded recently and not surprisingly, Avatar and James Cameron featured heavily. Weta Digital’s Senior Visual Effects Supervisor Joe Letteri, Visual Effects Supervisor Stephen Rosenbaum and Animation Director Andrew R. Jones along with Animation Supervisor Richard Baneham of Lightstorm, were recognised with a Best Special Effects award. Huge congratulations!

Xenofi… Fenoxy… Xenodefugio Subtiltus
Trust Greg Broadmore, evil genius and creator of Dr. Grordbort’s to come up with a name like that. All we know is that this is a fantastical insect specimen, even if it is from Venus, and it would look awesome in any home. That only 50 are hand made here at Weta Workshop also makes it into a highly sought-after collectible piece of art. It joins the two previously released specimens, the Blue Sacked Pillock and the Nandy Duke which were released earlier in the year. Order yours here!

Dr. Grordbort’s Exceptional Exhibition moves to Shanghai
After Sichuan and Hong Kong, it’s time for Dr. Grordbort’s Exceptional Exhibition to travel to Shanghai. This was announced at a press conference with actor Jackie Chan, director Stanley Tong and Richard Taylor. The exhibition will open in Shanghai on 8 August, during the World Expo that’s currently taking place in Shanghai.

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Minas Morgul? Doors of Durin? Rivendell? Lothlorien?
Since we announced our return to Middle-earth a year ago, we have released The Argonath (sold out), Bag End and The Prancing Pony environments from The Lord of the Rings. What should be next? Minas Tirith? Grond? Orthanc? The Green Dragon? Black Gate? Join in the discussion and vote!

Gandalf — where art thou?
There is a persistant rumour that Gandalf may have visited Weta recently to re-acquaint himself with Glamdring? You will HEAR more next week…

Last Chance for Collectors! Running Out…
Warning flags have started pinging in our stock reports — some products are getting very close to selling out. The time for hesitation is past. Now is the time for ACTION:

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Fun and Games with Riese the Series

from Riese:

UPDATE TIME!

I’ve made you wait, so I’m just going to jump right into this. New ARG (Alternate Reality Game)! I can’t think of a more fun way to start off the summer than with a whole new game.

This time around, the game will be more of a roleplay story, still with some puzzle elements of an ARG, but the way you play the game will determine the outcome. A “choose your own adventure” type. It will take place in Eleysia. By the end of the game, you will have either joined the Sect, or the Resistance, or possibly exiled?

This is a new story, new gameplay, and is open to anyone, whether you have played these types of games before or not. I’ll post rules and guidelines shortly. The game will be played out on the Riese fansite forums — www.WanderersofEleysia.com. Shelley, who runs the site, has kindly agreed to help out. Thank you Shelley!

The game will launch next Monday, July 5th. This week, get those creative gears oiled and thinking cogs tightened. Get ready to take on the role of an Eleysian citizen and enter a world where the Sect are in charge and every step you take is scrutinized and consequences are dire.

J!NX: Wil Wheaton Strikes Again!

from J!NX:

Wil Wheaton Goes Back to His Roots
Wil Wheaton’s brain is a deep well of creativity, which is why we have teamed up with him to bring you a series of tees that express what it means to be a geek. This week we bring you the second design of this series, where Wil has worked in collaboration with J!NX Artist Miguel “Borrador” Rojas to remind all of us where we come from, when gaming didn’t involve graphics cards, headsets, or authenticators. Like what you see? We’ve got two more shirts from this collaborative series being released on 7/5 and 7/12!

J!NX Design Arcade — Now Open for Voting!
The first round of Design Arcade entries have been uploaded and are available for voting! We asked you all for your best art and design concepts, and we were not disappointed. Whether you’re a fan of sci-fi, fantasy, ninjas, zombies, hacking, or spiritual enlightenment, there’s something in there for you. Vote for your favorite and earn 10 exp per vote!

-Team J!NX

Split Reason: June 2010 Newsletter

from Split Reason:

E3 is over and it was a hell of a show. Laughs and gasps were in abundance amidst a barrage of announcements, hands-on demo’s, and doctored presentations. Microsoft tried to show the pinnacle of digital river rafting with controller-less Kinect, Sony gave us a Black Wii with an illuminated tumor, and Nintendo dropped a 3D bombshell sending DS fans into rabid obsession. (Soon to be camping outside their nearest video game retailer with a bag of rupees.) In a nutshell, the event was an interactive game of paper-rock-scissors after a case of Bawls and a few shots of espresso; a sight to behold and cherish, as the competition is what drives innovation so we can play awesome new games in awesome new ways, forever, and ever.

Extra Life is creeping closer by the day, don’t forget to play a few games and heal the kids! It takes place on October 16th, 2010. The event aims to raise money and awareness for Childrens Miracle Network Hospitals. To date Extra Life has raised more than $300,000 dollars to help kids live long happy lives by providing hospitals with much needed funding for equipment and programs. 100% of the money raised stays where it is raised. In the gamers LOCAL CMN Hospital. Read more…

This month, we’re happy to announce the launch of the Co-Optimus Store @ Splitreason.com. Co-Optimus is a website dedicated to Co-Op games. Their job is to bring you the most comprehensive list of games that support co-op play, and give you all the details you need to stay up to date. Stop by their site to check out the latest in co-op gaming and don’t forget to stop by the store for a new t-shirt!

If anyone is looking to save a few bucks, we’re running a promo for the next few weeks offering 10% off. Just enter the promo code REDRING at check-out. Stayed glued to our Twitter and Facebook page for more savings, contests, and give-a-ways! Now, on to our new products for the month of June…

Star Wars: New comics from a galaxy far, far away…

from Things from Another World:

There are so many great Star Wars comics on the horizon that it’s hard not to geek out. It’s been a great ride, but Star Wars: Legacy is approaching its 50th and final issue. What’s in store for Krayt and Skywalker? Find out this July!

Star Wars fans around the world are absolutely giddy about the upcoming Star Wars: The Old Republic video game. The massively multiplayer online game promises to change your idea of the Star Wars Universe forever… and the new Star Wars: The Old Republic comic book series will kick everything off next month!

Shortly before the start of the Clone Wars, Count Dooku sends Jango Fett on a mission that will affect the course of Boba Fett’s life some twenty years later. But for now, neither of them knows what the future holds in store, and besides, they have their schedule filled dodging monsters and fighting bad guys! Star Wars: Blood Ties — A Tale of Jango and Boba Fett is a multigenerational tale of honor and redemption, starring two of the heaviest hitters in the Star Wars galaxy — the father-and-clone team of Jango and Boba Fett!

Star Wars: Invasion — Rescues started last month and we’re here to tell you that you’re missing out if you haven’t jumped aboard yet. The series features classic characters from the Star Wars universe like Luke, Han, and Leia and introduces us to Jacen, Jaina, Anakin (Han and Leia’s kids) and a slew of other characters. The Yuuzhan Vong pose a huge threat to peace in the galaxy — that is, unless the Solo children and their friend Finn Galfridian have anything to say about it.

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J!NX: Introducing J!NX Collaborations

from J!NX:

Wil Wheaton + J!NX Artists = WIN
A few of us sat down for a lunch with Wil Wheaton a while back, and a colossal brainstorm ensued. By the end of that meal, our goal was clear: Extract some of the killer ideas that populate Wil’s fertile mind, and have J!NX artists Chris Hope, Miguel Rojas and Brad Armstrong bring them to life, and thus J!NX Collaborations was born. We’ll be releasing one design per week for four weeks, the first of which springs from a tweet Wil sent out: “My sword glows blue in the presence of rules lawyers.” This design, crafted by J!NX artist Miguel “Borrador” Rojas, is a nod to both Lord of the Rings, and to those of us that can’t roll a d20 for 10 minutes without consulting a rule book. We all know that person. If you don’t, it’s probably because that person is you.

Win an Xbox 360 and more!
We’ve joined with our friends over at The Guild to figure out an awesome way to show our appreciation for your support. We figured an Xbox 360 plus some other goodies would work out just fine. All you have to do is follow us on Twitter, “like” our Facebook page, and throw a comment on the contest page.

-Team J!NX

Nintendo Introduces Glasses-Free 3D Gaming, and Unleashes the Industry’s Best Franchises in Entirely New Ways

from Nintendo of Canada:

Nintendo is raising the bar — again.

Nintendo changed the world of video games with touch-screen gaming on the Nintendo DS in 2004. Nintendo then pioneered the motion-controlled gaming revolution with the Wii console and the Wii Remote controller back in 2006. Today the company unveils an even more immersive gaming experience: Nintendo 3DS.

At the E3 Expo today, Nintendo gave the world the first look at a portable system that lets people view games in 3D, without the need for special glasses. Nintendo also announced a substantial list of upcoming games for Nintendo 3DS, the Wii console and the Nintendo DS family of systems — a lineup that reads like a who’s who of some of the greatest franchises in video game history with a completely new look and feel.

“The additional dimension of depth in 3D makes it easier for players to judge distances while giving developers a new tool to create games and experiences that play with both height and depth,” said Nintendo video game designer Shigeru Miyamoto, who pioneered the fully rendered 3D video game world with Super Mario 64.

Nintendo 3DS comes with a 3.53-inch top screen and a 3.02-inch bottom touch screen. It has three cameras — one inner and two outer — to deliver the 3D effect and take 3D pictures. It includes a motion sensor, a gyro sensor and even a Slide Pad that allows 360-degree analog input. At the E3 Expo, Nintendo showed attendees a range of games and applications for Nintendo 3DS that reinvent some of the industry’s most beloved franchises. These include:

  • Kid Icarus: Uprising, the long-awaited franchise follow-up to the NES classic.
  • Mario Kart, which shows off the potential of driving and tossing bananas in 3D.
  • nintendogs + cats, a new version of the best-selling nintendogs franchise that lets players interact even more with their virtual puppies — and kittens!
  • PilotWings Resort, a flying simulation that lets players soar above Wuhu Island.
  • Animal Crossing, a new installment of the charming community-building franchise.
  • StarFox 64 3D, a game that demonstrates the true distance and depth of outer space using Nintendo’s well-known franchise.
  • Steel Diver, a new submarine-navigation game from Nintendo.
  • Paper Mario, which brings paper-based 2D environments to life.

Nintendo 3DS also comes to market with the strongest third-party support of any video game system in Nintendo history. Games on display at the Nintendo booth at the E3 Expo include:

  • DJ Hero 3D from Activision
  • RESIDENT EVIL REVELATIONS from Capcom
  • The Sims 3 from Electronic Arts
  • HIDEO KOJIMA’S METAL GEAR SOLID SNAKE EATER 3D “The Naked Sample” from Konami
  • Professor Layton and the Mask of Miracles (name not final) from LEVEL-5
  • RIDGE RACER (name not final) from Namco Bandai Games
  • KINGDOM HEARTS franchise game from Square Enix
  • DEAD OR ALIVE 3D (name not final) from Tecmo Koei Games
  • SAMURAI WARRIORS 3D from Tecmo Koei Games
  • Battle of Giants: Dinosaur Strike from Ubisoft
  • Hollywood 61 (name not final) from Ubisoft

A sampling of other Nintendo 3DS games already in planning includes SUPER STREET FIGHTER IV 3D Edition (name not final) from Capcom; Madden NFL and FIFA Soccer games from Electronic Arts; CODENAME: Chocobo Racing 3D and a FINAL FANTASY franchise game from Square Enix; a NINJA GAIDEN (name not final) game from Tecmo Koei Games; Saint’s Row: Drive By from THQ; Assassin’s Creed: Lost Legacy, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon and Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell Chaos Theory from Ubisoft; and a Batman game from Warner Bros. Additional games are in development by Atlus, AQ Interactive, Disney Interactive Studios, Harmonix, Hudson Soft, Majesco, Marvelous Entertainment, Rocket, SEGA, Takara Tommy and Take-Two Interactive.

Nintendo also announced a substantial slate of games on the way for its Wii console and Nintendo DS family of systems, with a list of characters and franchises that appeal to all types of gamers.

“If the video game industry had an All-Star team, Nintendo’s games would fill the starting lineup,” said Cammie Dunaway, Nintendo of America’s executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. “The combination of advanced interface and engaging game play broadens our appeal to all audiences. This is evidenced perfectly at the E3 Expo this year by the incredible new experience and controls that Wii MotionPlus brings to The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword.”

Wii:

  • The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword: The game marks a turning point for the franchise, as the introduction of full motion controls enabled by the Wii MotionPlus accessory synchronizes player movements with Link’s actions while offering the most intuitive play control of any Legend of Zelda game to date. The game is scheduled to launch in 2011.
  • Donkey Kong Country Returns: The classic franchise makes a return with new levels and updated graphics, but with the same sense of fun and excitement of the original. For the first time in the series, two people can play through the entire game cooperatively. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.
  • Kirby’s Epic Yarn: Kirby’s entire immersive world is created from different fabrics and textiles. Kirby himself is made from yarn, which gives him the versatility to take the shape of a car, submarine, parachute or UFO. The game is scheduled to launch this fall.
  • Wii Party: A party game that brings the fun off the screen and into the living room. Players must perform tasks in the real world to achieve success in the game. The game is scheduled to launch this fall.
  • Mario Sports Mix: A collection of four amazing sports — Mario style. Players can compete with their favourite Mushroom Kingdom characters in basketball, volleyball, hockey and dodgeball. The game is scheduled to launch in 2011.
  • PokéPark Wii: Pikachu’s Adventure: The first Pokémon adventure game on the Wii console puts Pikachu at the center of a fun, expansive area filled with adventure, Attractions and Pokémon. Players take on the role of Pikachu and interact with Pokémon and compete in Skill Games and Attractions, such as races, battles and other challenges, to save the PokéPark from disaster. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.
  • Samurai Warriors 3: Players can choose from more than 35 playable samurai characters, many based on actual figures from Japanese history. Each samurai has different skills and weapons, and each one offers a different perspective on the overall story of the unification of Japan. The game is scheduled to launch on September 27.
  • GoldenEye 007 from Activision: The original revolutionized first-person shooters, and this Wii-exclusive sequel features four-player split-screen competition or up to eight players competing online. It’s the signature GoldenEye experience for a new era, and is scheduled to launch this fall.
  • Disney Epic Mickey from Disney Interactive Studios: In this Wii exclusive, players take Mickey Mouse on an epic journey of creativity and discovery. In Wasteland, an alternate world with lands inspired by Disney’s animated films and theme parks, players use paint and paint thinner to change the world and affect the outcome of the game. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.
  • NBA JAM from Electronic Arts: In this revival of the classic franchise with vintage game play, the Wii-exclusive sequel includes new features that bring outrageous moves and over-the-top hoops action to new levels. The game is scheduled to launch this October.
  • Just Dance 2 from Ubisoft: The second installment of the popular franchise features hot dance moves choreographed by experts in every style of music. Up to eight players can compete or, for the first time, two players can dance side by side as a duo. It’s a nonstop dance party only available on Wii this fall.
  • Sonic Colors from SEGA: In Sonic’s latest adventures, he blasts through obstacles like never before as he uses coloured power-ups to boost his abilities and speed through stages. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.
  • New Carnival Games from 2K Play: This sequel to the multimillion-selling original features more than 30 new games and 300 new prizes, plus multiplayer action for every game. Only available on Wii this September.

Nintendo DS Family:

  • Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs: The third installment in the action-packed Pokémon Ranger series lets players take on the role of a Pokémon Ranger tasked with protecting Pokémon, people and nature. With new Ranger Signs to call powerful Pokémon, including Legendary Pokémon, and the addition of multiplayer missions, players investigate the nefarious actions of the Pokémon Pinchers, who have been disrupting the peace by chasing and catching Pokémon. The game is scheduled to launch this fall.
  • Golden Sun: Dark Dawn: A classic role-playing game branches out with a new look, countless adventures and heroic battles. The game picks up 30 years after the first two games in the series left off with amazing graphics and beautifully animated summoning abilities that span both Nintendo DS screens. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.
  • Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies: For the first time, this storied franchise is appearing exclusively on the Nintendo DS family of systems. Character customization, cooperative multiplayer adventuring and an epic story make for a one-of-a-kind experience. The game is scheduled to launch on July 11.
  • Professor Layton and the Unwound Future: This third installment in the series includes more than 165 puzzles and even more animated sequences and voice acting than the previous game. The game is scheduled to launch on September 20.
  • Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Miniland Mayhem: Players use the stylus to draw red girders and control items like ladders, pipes, springs and conveyor belts. The goal is to bring the Mini Toys to the door. Using an intuitive tool kit, players can create new level maps and share them with the public. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.
  • Super Scribblenauts from Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment: The sequel to the smash-hit original includes 120 new levels, the ability to use more than 10,000 adjectives, a hint system and a level editor for players to create their own levels and objectives. The game is scheduled to launch in Q4.
  • Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective from Capcom: Players are transported into the spirit world of a murder victim who has lost his memory and returned as a ghost. Players must possess and manipulate objects to solve puzzles and the mystery. The game is scheduled to launch this fall.
  • Rock Band 3 from MTV Games: The franchise makes its first appearance on Nintendo DS with a stylish interface that puts players into the Rock Band universe like never before. Eight play modes challenge players in guitar, bass, drums, keyboards and vocals, and both co-op and competitive multiplayer options are available. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.
  • Okamiden from Capcom: Players use a brush to draw bridges into existence, traverse canyons and connect winding paths through space. This sequel to Okami follows the story of an adorable wolf pup that fights off a new threat that has drained vibrant colours from the world. The game is scheduled to launch in 2011.
  • FINAL FANTASY: THE 4 HEROES OF LIGHT from Square Enix: This first original FINAL FANTASY game for the Nintendo DS family of systems uses charming storybook visuals and a fun, intuitive combat system. Players can customize their characters and up to four players can join forces for cooperative play. The game is scheduled to launch on October 5.
  • Sonic Colors from SEGA: The portable version of the game doubles the excitement and action by using both screens as a giant, unified landscape. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.

For the duration of the E3 Expo, Nintendo will provide fans with exclusive videos and Nintendo content on the Nintendo E3 Network. People can visit e3.nintendo.com to watch developer interviews, get all the information about new games and see coverage coming directly from the show floor. The same exclusive content also will be streamed through the Nintendo Channel to Wii owners who have a broadband Internet connection.

Remember that Wii and Nintendo DSi feature parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about these and other features, visit wii.com or nintendodsi.com.

J!NX: Don’t Miss our Father’s Day Promotion!

from J!NX:

New J!NX Classic Tee: Dastardly
In the Boy Scouts, good deeds are encouraged. Enough do-gooding will earn you a swell badge for your collection. In the Old West, things are a bit different. Being nice will get you nowhere. You’ve gotta be hard, you’ve gotta be mean… you’ve gotta be dastardly.

iPad Contest… Are You Entered?
We’re approaching the last few days of our iPad Contest, so if you’ve been dilly-dallying, lollygagging or otherwise procrastinating, now would be the time to get motivated. Entry is easy! Just “like” us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and comment on the entry page once a day. That’s it! The contest ends Tuesday (6/15/10), so don’t wait!

Father’s Day Promotion!
Dads are Geeks, too! You’ll receive a $10 discount on an order of $35 or more when you enter the code DADSROCK. With Father’s Day just around the corner, make sure Dear Old Dad gets what he really wants. Or, you can just use the code for yourself (it’s ok, we won’t tell anyone). This offer is not valid in combination with any other sale or discount.

$10 off your purchase of $35 or more

Use Promotion Code: DADSROCK
This offer expires Friday, June 18, 2010 at 11:59 PM EDT, so don’t wait!