JKKDARK
April 23rd, 2007, 23:53
via IGN (http://ds.ign.com/articles/782/782669p1.html)
Game compilations that mix in touch control are nothing new on the Nintendo DS, but there's no denying that the newly-created genre has its fair share of simplistic entertainment. Publisher Majesco announced today that a new franchise built exclusively for the Nintendo DS, titled Turn It Around, will be hitting Nintendo's pocket console this summer for the budget price of $19.99 MSRP. And wouldn't you know it; it's all about blending arcade gaming with simplistic - but addictive - arcade control.
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Turn It Around, developed by 505 Games and licensed by Taito, sets out to deliver classic arcade gameplay with a unique twist. Using the touch screen as a virtual wheel, players will steer through 24 mini-games based on power, technique, or turn speed. Majesco is looking to put power behind classic licensed titles, stating in its press release that "Whether destroying blocks in Arkanoid, transporting guests to their floor in Elevator Action, hitting it out of the park in Pinch Hitter or maintaining your balance in Packed Train, gamers will get a wrist workout on their way to becoming the ultimate Turn Master." The game is also said to support three different multiplayer turning modes for players to "spin off" against friends, but no further details were given on those modes.
As for Turn It Around's design, Ken Gold - vice president of marketing for Majesco - commented on the product's, stating that "Turn it Around's unique spinning premise and wide range of mini-games make it a perfect tile for gamers looking for a new handheld experience at a great value."
We'll have more on Turn It Around as we near the game's release. Until then, be sure to head to our image gallery and check out the first shots of the touch arcade games in action.
Game compilations that mix in touch control are nothing new on the Nintendo DS, but there's no denying that the newly-created genre has its fair share of simplistic entertainment. Publisher Majesco announced today that a new franchise built exclusively for the Nintendo DS, titled Turn It Around, will be hitting Nintendo's pocket console this summer for the budget price of $19.99 MSRP. And wouldn't you know it; it's all about blending arcade gaming with simplistic - but addictive - arcade control.
http://dsmedia.ign.com/ds/image/article/782/782669/turn-it-around--20070423115641049.jpg http://dsmedia.ign.com/ds/image/article/782/782669/turn-it-around--20070423115640642.jpg
Turn It Around, developed by 505 Games and licensed by Taito, sets out to deliver classic arcade gameplay with a unique twist. Using the touch screen as a virtual wheel, players will steer through 24 mini-games based on power, technique, or turn speed. Majesco is looking to put power behind classic licensed titles, stating in its press release that "Whether destroying blocks in Arkanoid, transporting guests to their floor in Elevator Action, hitting it out of the park in Pinch Hitter or maintaining your balance in Packed Train, gamers will get a wrist workout on their way to becoming the ultimate Turn Master." The game is also said to support three different multiplayer turning modes for players to "spin off" against friends, but no further details were given on those modes.
As for Turn It Around's design, Ken Gold - vice president of marketing for Majesco - commented on the product's, stating that "Turn it Around's unique spinning premise and wide range of mini-games make it a perfect tile for gamers looking for a new handheld experience at a great value."
We'll have more on Turn It Around as we near the game's release. Until then, be sure to head to our image gallery and check out the first shots of the touch arcade games in action.