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March 20th, 2008, 21:48
News from Play Asia:
Welcome to this week's Games update, our weekly summary featuring all new product arrivals from the last seven days
As mentioned in last week's preview, many interesting games have been released this week. We bring you the exciting first person shooter The House of the Dead 2 & 3 Return [US, Japanese and with Zapper] versions for Nintendo Wii™. With the Wii Zapper in hand, feel the adrenaline pumping through your veins as you defeat the zombies that are charging toward you.
This is an exciting week for fans of sci-fi, robots and mecha. Armored Core: For Answer [Xbox360™ and PlayStation3™] versions are released. Find out the reason for going to war as you challenge and defeat some of the largest and most carefully designed mecha in gaming history.
Dramatic Dungeon: Sakura Taisen [standard and limited edition] is another game that combines an engaging plot, charming characters and mecha, but instead of taking place in the futuristic world, it sets stage in Taisho Japan. Experience some exhilirating mecha fights and witness the elegance of Japanese theatrical arts in this renowned game.
Stepping away from the horror and mecha combats, we bring you Pokemon Ranger: Batonnage to your Nintendo DS™. Capture pokemon by your stylus, adventure with these beloved creatures and save the world from the clutches of darkness in this fun game. We also have the comical sports game Chou Nekketsu Koukou Kunio-Kun Dodge Ball Bu where you defeat the evil through a game of dodge ball.
As usually, here's a summary of all new releases from this week, followed by a quick preview of what is expected to be hot next week.
Xbox360™:
Armored Core: For Answer JPN US$ 64.90
Army of Two JPN US$ 64.90
Blazing Angels 2: Secret Missions of WWII JPN US$ 64.90
Cabela's Big Game Hunter ASIA US$ 44.90
Condemned 2: Bloodshot US US$ 64.90
Need for Speed: Pro Street JPN US$ 64.90
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 US US$ 59.90
Ratatouille (Platinum Hits) US US$ 24.90
Sengoku Musou 2 with Moushouden JPN US$ 72.90
Sengoku Musou 2 with Moushouden ASIA US$ 64.90
Spider-Man 3 JPN US$ 59.90
The Club ASIA US$ 49.90
PlayStation3™:
Armored Core: For Answer ASIA US$ 59.90
Armored Core: For Answer JPN US$ 64.90
Army of Two JPN US$ 64.90
Blazing Angels 2: Secret Missions of WWII JPN US$ 64.90
FolksSoul: Ushinawareta Denshou / Folklore (PlayStation3 the Best) JPN US$ 38.90
FolksSoul: Ushinawareta Denshou / Folklore (PlayStation3 the Best) ASIA US$ 34.90
Mobile Suit Gundam: Target in Sight (PlayStation3 the Best) JPN US$ 38.90
PS2 Controller to PS3/PC System Convert Cable V2 US$ 8.90
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 US US$ 59.90
Resistance: Fall of Man (PlayStation3 the Best) ASIA US$ 34.90
Resistance: Fall of Man (PlayStation3 the Best) JPN US$ 38.90
Ridge Racer 7 (PlayStation3 the Best) JPN US$ 38.90
Ridge Racer 7 (PlayStation3 the Best) ASIA US$ 34.90
The Club ASIA US$ 49.90
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 ASIA US$ 59.90
Nintendo Wii™:
Bomberman Land Wii (Hudson the Best) JPN US$ 34.90
Deca Sporta JPN US$ 59.90
The House of the Dead 2 & 3 Return US US$ 34.90
The House of the Dead 2 & 3 Return JPN US$ 49.90
The House of the Dead 2 & 3 Return (w/ Wii Zapper) JPN US$ 69.90
PlayStation2™:
Buzz Jr. Robo Jam US US$ 34.90
Buzz Jr. Robo Jam (w/ Buzzers) US US$ 49.90
Buzz! The Hollywood Quiz US US$ 34.90
Buzz! The Hollywood Quiz (w/ Buzzers) US US$ 49.90
Kamiwaza (Acquire the Best) JPN US$ 34.90
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 US US$ 34.90
Ratatouille (Greatest Hits) US US$ 24.90
Ratchet & Clank: Size Matters US US$ 34.90
The Godfather (EA:SY! 1980) JPN US$ 24.90
Nintendo DS™:
Bakousou Dekotora Densetsu Black JPN US$ 48.90
Bangai-O Spirits JPN US$ 48.90
Chou Nekketsu Koukou Kunio-Kun Dodge Ball Bu JPN US$ 39.90
Crayon Shin-Chan: Arashi o Yobu Cinema Land JPN US$ 48.90
Disney Friends US US$ 34.90
Dramatic Dungeon: Sakura Taisen JPN US$ 48.90
Dramatic Dungeon: Sakura Taisen [Allstar Pack] JPN US$ 79.90
Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles - Ring of Fates US US$ 44.90
Kachou Shima Kousaku DS: Dekiru Otoko no Love & Success JPN US$ 39.90
Kekkaishi: Koru Nogirou Shuurai JPN US$ 48.90
Nanostray 2 US US$ 34.90
Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword JPN US$ 48.90
Pokemon Ranger: Batonnage JPN US$ 48.90
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 US US$ 34.90
Puchi Eva: Evangelion @ Game JPN US$ 48.90
Rosario to Vampire JPN US$ 48.90
SimCity DS 2: Kodaikara Mirai e Tsudzukumachi JPN US$ 48.90
Spider-Man 3 JPN US$ 48.90
Time Hollow: Uwareta Kako o Motome JPN US$ 48.90
Ys DS JPN US$ 48.90
Ys II DS JPN US$ 48.90
Zoo Tycoon 2 JPN US$ 48.90
Sony PSP™:
Biohazard III JPN US$ 37.90
Biohazard Trilogy Box JPN US$ 56.90
Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII (English language Version) ASIA US$ 44.90
FlatOut: Head On US US$ 34.90
Hannspree Ten Kate Honda: SBK-07 Superbike World Championship US US$ 24.90
Need for Speed: Pro Street JPN US$ 48.90
PSP Microphone JPN US$ 29.90
PSP Microphone (Twin Pack) JPN US$ 49.90
PSP PlayStation Portable Battery Pack (2200mAh) (Ceramic White) JPN US$ 54.90
PSP PlayStation Portable Battery Pack (2200mAh) (Ice Silver) JPN US$ 54.90
PSP PlayStation Portable Battery Pack (2200mAh) (Piano Black) JPN US$ 54.90
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 US US$ 34.90
Shock Protector Advance 2in1 (Charcoal Black) US$ 4.90
Shock Protector Advance 2in1 (Milky White) US$ 4.90
Tales of Rebirth JPN US$ 48.90
Tales of Rebirth ASIA US$ 42.90
Tales of Rebirth KOR US$ 49.90
Wild Arms XF US US$ 44.90
echochrome: Mugen Kairou JPN US$ 39.90
echochrome: Mugen Kairou ASIA US$ 42.90
PC and MAC™:
Pro Yakyuu Team o Tsukurou! Online Beginner's Package JPN US$ 24.90
Puyo Puyo Fever (Revised Price Edition) JPN US$ 29.90
Warhammer 40K: Dawn of War Soulstorm ASIA US$ 39.90
Game Guides:
Basara Style Vol.6 JPN US$ 19.90
Condemned 2: Bloodshot: Prima Official Game Guide US US$ 19.90
Dragon Quest IV: Michibikareshi Monotachi Lead Book DS JPN US$ 14.90
Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Fuuketsu no Grimoire Official Complete Guide JPN US$ 23.90
Oideyo Dobutsu no Mori The Complete Guide JPN US$ 18.90
School Days L x H Visual Guide Book JPN US$ 36.90
Shin Sangoku Musou 5 Complete Guide A JPN US$ 26.90
Shining Force EXA Final Complete Guide JPN US$ 26.90
Star Ocean: The First Departure Final Guide JPN US$ 26.90
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas 2: Prima Official Game Guide US US$ 19.90
Tsuyo Kiss: Mighty Heart Visual Guide Book JPN US$ 36.90
Winning Post 7 Maximum 2008 Guide JPN US$ 23.90
Video Game Soundtracks
Armored Core: For Answer Original Soundtrack JPN US$ 21.90
Neo Angelique - Sincerely JPN US$ 29.90
Space Invaders Extreme Audio Cluster JPN US$ 24.90
The Black Mages II -The Skies Above- (~The Black Mages) JPN US$ 21.90
The Black Mages III Darkness and Starlight (~The Black Mages) JPN US$ 26.90
A separate Video/Music update containing Japanese releases from this week, including new Anime, J-Pop and Movie releases will follow prior end of the week. So J-Pop, Anime and Movie fans, be sure to look out for that one!
Here is a preview of what are expected to be hot next week:
Xbox360™:
Raiden Fighters Aces JPN US$ 64.90
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 US US$ 64.90
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 [Limited Edition] US US$ 74.90
PlayStation3™:
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 US US$ 64.90
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 [Limited Edition] US US$ 74.90
PlayStation2™:
Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch - Lost Colors JPN US$ 64.90
Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus JPN US$ 59.90
Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus (Append Edition) JPN US$ 19.90
Metal Gear Solid: The Essential Collection US US$ 34.90
Neo Angelique Full Voice JPN US$ 39.90
Neo Angelique Full Voice [Premium Box] JPN US$ 59.90
Neo Angelique Full Voice [Super Premium Box] JPN US$ 79.90
Sega Ages 2500 Vol. 32: Phantasy Star Complete Collection JPN US$ 28.90
Silent Hill: Origins KOR US$ 39.90
Nintendo DS™:
Mobile Suit Gundam 00 JPN US$ 48.90
Sony PSP™:
Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch - Lost Colors JPN US$ 48.90
Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch - Lost Colors (Special Edition) JPN US$ 69.90
Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G JPN N/A
Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G Hunter Pack (w/ PSP-2000 Slim & Lite Console) JPN N/A
PC and MAC™:
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 (DVD-ROM) US US$ 59.90
http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-2pz-71-3-74-1nf-49-en-84-n.html
Welcome to this week's Games update, our weekly summary featuring all new product arrivals from the last seven days
As mentioned in last week's preview, many interesting games have been released this week. We bring you the exciting first person shooter The House of the Dead 2 & 3 Return [US, Japanese and with Zapper] versions for Nintendo Wii™. With the Wii Zapper in hand, feel the adrenaline pumping through your veins as you defeat the zombies that are charging toward you.
This is an exciting week for fans of sci-fi, robots and mecha. Armored Core: For Answer [Xbox360™ and PlayStation3™] versions are released. Find out the reason for going to war as you challenge and defeat some of the largest and most carefully designed mecha in gaming history.
Dramatic Dungeon: Sakura Taisen [standard and limited edition] is another game that combines an engaging plot, charming characters and mecha, but instead of taking place in the futuristic world, it sets stage in Taisho Japan. Experience some exhilirating mecha fights and witness the elegance of Japanese theatrical arts in this renowned game.
Stepping away from the horror and mecha combats, we bring you Pokemon Ranger: Batonnage to your Nintendo DS™. Capture pokemon by your stylus, adventure with these beloved creatures and save the world from the clutches of darkness in this fun game. We also have the comical sports game Chou Nekketsu Koukou Kunio-Kun Dodge Ball Bu where you defeat the evil through a game of dodge ball.
As usually, here's a summary of all new releases from this week, followed by a quick preview of what is expected to be hot next week.
Xbox360™:
Armored Core: For Answer JPN US$ 64.90
Army of Two JPN US$ 64.90
Blazing Angels 2: Secret Missions of WWII JPN US$ 64.90
Cabela's Big Game Hunter ASIA US$ 44.90
Condemned 2: Bloodshot US US$ 64.90
Need for Speed: Pro Street JPN US$ 64.90
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 US US$ 59.90
Ratatouille (Platinum Hits) US US$ 24.90
Sengoku Musou 2 with Moushouden JPN US$ 72.90
Sengoku Musou 2 with Moushouden ASIA US$ 64.90
Spider-Man 3 JPN US$ 59.90
The Club ASIA US$ 49.90
PlayStation3™:
Armored Core: For Answer ASIA US$ 59.90
Armored Core: For Answer JPN US$ 64.90
Army of Two JPN US$ 64.90
Blazing Angels 2: Secret Missions of WWII JPN US$ 64.90
FolksSoul: Ushinawareta Denshou / Folklore (PlayStation3 the Best) JPN US$ 38.90
FolksSoul: Ushinawareta Denshou / Folklore (PlayStation3 the Best) ASIA US$ 34.90
Mobile Suit Gundam: Target in Sight (PlayStation3 the Best) JPN US$ 38.90
PS2 Controller to PS3/PC System Convert Cable V2 US$ 8.90
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 US US$ 59.90
Resistance: Fall of Man (PlayStation3 the Best) ASIA US$ 34.90
Resistance: Fall of Man (PlayStation3 the Best) JPN US$ 38.90
Ridge Racer 7 (PlayStation3 the Best) JPN US$ 38.90
Ridge Racer 7 (PlayStation3 the Best) ASIA US$ 34.90
The Club ASIA US$ 49.90
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 ASIA US$ 59.90
Nintendo Wii™:
Bomberman Land Wii (Hudson the Best) JPN US$ 34.90
Deca Sporta JPN US$ 59.90
The House of the Dead 2 & 3 Return US US$ 34.90
The House of the Dead 2 & 3 Return JPN US$ 49.90
The House of the Dead 2 & 3 Return (w/ Wii Zapper) JPN US$ 69.90
PlayStation2™:
Buzz Jr. Robo Jam US US$ 34.90
Buzz Jr. Robo Jam (w/ Buzzers) US US$ 49.90
Buzz! The Hollywood Quiz US US$ 34.90
Buzz! The Hollywood Quiz (w/ Buzzers) US US$ 49.90
Kamiwaza (Acquire the Best) JPN US$ 34.90
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 US US$ 34.90
Ratatouille (Greatest Hits) US US$ 24.90
Ratchet & Clank: Size Matters US US$ 34.90
The Godfather (EA:SY! 1980) JPN US$ 24.90
Nintendo DS™:
Bakousou Dekotora Densetsu Black JPN US$ 48.90
Bangai-O Spirits JPN US$ 48.90
Chou Nekketsu Koukou Kunio-Kun Dodge Ball Bu JPN US$ 39.90
Crayon Shin-Chan: Arashi o Yobu Cinema Land JPN US$ 48.90
Disney Friends US US$ 34.90
Dramatic Dungeon: Sakura Taisen JPN US$ 48.90
Dramatic Dungeon: Sakura Taisen [Allstar Pack] JPN US$ 79.90
Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles - Ring of Fates US US$ 44.90
Kachou Shima Kousaku DS: Dekiru Otoko no Love & Success JPN US$ 39.90
Kekkaishi: Koru Nogirou Shuurai JPN US$ 48.90
Nanostray 2 US US$ 34.90
Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword JPN US$ 48.90
Pokemon Ranger: Batonnage JPN US$ 48.90
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 US US$ 34.90
Puchi Eva: Evangelion @ Game JPN US$ 48.90
Rosario to Vampire JPN US$ 48.90
SimCity DS 2: Kodaikara Mirai e Tsudzukumachi JPN US$ 48.90
Spider-Man 3 JPN US$ 48.90
Time Hollow: Uwareta Kako o Motome JPN US$ 48.90
Ys DS JPN US$ 48.90
Ys II DS JPN US$ 48.90
Zoo Tycoon 2 JPN US$ 48.90
Sony PSP™:
Biohazard III JPN US$ 37.90
Biohazard Trilogy Box JPN US$ 56.90
Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII (English language Version) ASIA US$ 44.90
FlatOut: Head On US US$ 34.90
Hannspree Ten Kate Honda: SBK-07 Superbike World Championship US US$ 24.90
Need for Speed: Pro Street JPN US$ 48.90
PSP Microphone JPN US$ 29.90
PSP Microphone (Twin Pack) JPN US$ 49.90
PSP PlayStation Portable Battery Pack (2200mAh) (Ceramic White) JPN US$ 54.90
PSP PlayStation Portable Battery Pack (2200mAh) (Ice Silver) JPN US$ 54.90
PSP PlayStation Portable Battery Pack (2200mAh) (Piano Black) JPN US$ 54.90
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 US US$ 34.90
Shock Protector Advance 2in1 (Charcoal Black) US$ 4.90
Shock Protector Advance 2in1 (Milky White) US$ 4.90
Tales of Rebirth JPN US$ 48.90
Tales of Rebirth ASIA US$ 42.90
Tales of Rebirth KOR US$ 49.90
Wild Arms XF US US$ 44.90
echochrome: Mugen Kairou JPN US$ 39.90
echochrome: Mugen Kairou ASIA US$ 42.90
PC and MAC™:
Pro Yakyuu Team o Tsukurou! Online Beginner's Package JPN US$ 24.90
Puyo Puyo Fever (Revised Price Edition) JPN US$ 29.90
Warhammer 40K: Dawn of War Soulstorm ASIA US$ 39.90
Game Guides:
Basara Style Vol.6 JPN US$ 19.90
Condemned 2: Bloodshot: Prima Official Game Guide US US$ 19.90
Dragon Quest IV: Michibikareshi Monotachi Lead Book DS JPN US$ 14.90
Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Fuuketsu no Grimoire Official Complete Guide JPN US$ 23.90
Oideyo Dobutsu no Mori The Complete Guide JPN US$ 18.90
School Days L x H Visual Guide Book JPN US$ 36.90
Shin Sangoku Musou 5 Complete Guide A JPN US$ 26.90
Shining Force EXA Final Complete Guide JPN US$ 26.90
Star Ocean: The First Departure Final Guide JPN US$ 26.90
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas 2: Prima Official Game Guide US US$ 19.90
Tsuyo Kiss: Mighty Heart Visual Guide Book JPN US$ 36.90
Winning Post 7 Maximum 2008 Guide JPN US$ 23.90
Video Game Soundtracks
Armored Core: For Answer Original Soundtrack JPN US$ 21.90
Neo Angelique - Sincerely JPN US$ 29.90
Space Invaders Extreme Audio Cluster JPN US$ 24.90
The Black Mages II -The Skies Above- (~The Black Mages) JPN US$ 21.90
The Black Mages III Darkness and Starlight (~The Black Mages) JPN US$ 26.90
A separate Video/Music update containing Japanese releases from this week, including new Anime, J-Pop and Movie releases will follow prior end of the week. So J-Pop, Anime and Movie fans, be sure to look out for that one!
Here is a preview of what are expected to be hot next week:
Xbox360™:
Raiden Fighters Aces JPN US$ 64.90
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 US US$ 64.90
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 [Limited Edition] US US$ 74.90
PlayStation3™:
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 US US$ 64.90
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 [Limited Edition] US US$ 74.90
PlayStation2™:
Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch - Lost Colors JPN US$ 64.90
Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus JPN US$ 59.90
Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus (Append Edition) JPN US$ 19.90
Metal Gear Solid: The Essential Collection US US$ 34.90
Neo Angelique Full Voice JPN US$ 39.90
Neo Angelique Full Voice [Premium Box] JPN US$ 59.90
Neo Angelique Full Voice [Super Premium Box] JPN US$ 79.90
Sega Ages 2500 Vol. 32: Phantasy Star Complete Collection JPN US$ 28.90
Silent Hill: Origins KOR US$ 39.90
Nintendo DS™:
Mobile Suit Gundam 00 JPN US$ 48.90
Sony PSP™:
Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch - Lost Colors JPN US$ 48.90
Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch - Lost Colors (Special Edition) JPN US$ 69.90
Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G JPN N/A
Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G Hunter Pack (w/ PSP-2000 Slim & Lite Console) JPN N/A
PC and MAC™:
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 (DVD-ROM) US US$ 59.90
http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-2pz-71-3-74-1nf-49-en-84-n.html