Newly released today:



With your Wiimote control in one hand and the nunchaku in the other, get going and play sports from the comfort of your home. The ten sport games in this software include beach volleyball, soccer, basketball, badminton, curling, ice skating, snowboarding, archery, super cross and cart racing. The controls are easy to learn, so every one can become a professional sportsman in no time.

Choose the sports league option when playing alone, advance through the ranks and accumulate experience points. Get involved in tournaments, a maximum of eight teams compete in this event for the position as a victor. Hold an open match with your friends and family in a party situation. There are fun mini games and tutorials for the beginners, so this software provides something for everyone in any situation.

Hudson's Deca Sporta for Nintendo Wii™ is in stock today, shipping as NTSC J encoded Japanese version for US$ 59.90 only.

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Newly released today:



echochrome: Mugen Kairou is not just any 3D puzzle game, this is a truly unique and innovative brain teaser where your point of view defines logic and not the other way round. What seems like an improbable path is made possible to cross when you rotate it to the right degree. A cliff or a hole is bridged when you tilt the maze to the point where the overhead pathway covers it. Falling into a hole does not necessarily lead you to a bottomless drop when you turn the maze the right around. What seems like a drop from one angle is in fact a portal to another pathway when seen from another angle. In general, the laws that govern this world is what you see and not what you know.

Take a look at things from the other side and do not let common logic hinder you. For being deceived by your eyes is the sole way to salvation in this game. After trying out all the challenges provided by the game, use your imagination and create your own mazes.

Sony Computer Entertainment's echochrome: Mugen Kairou for Sony PSP™ is in stock today, shipping as region free Japanese version for 39.90 only.

Aside from the Japanese version, a region free Asian version of echochrome: Mugen Kairou has also been released and is available for US$ 42.90 only.

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Welcome to this week's toys update. Check out the wonderful collectibles we just got in stock and all the new products made available for preorder.

As toys, especially collectible ones, are produced in limited numbers and are often sold out prior to the actual release date, we strongly recommend to preorder the figures of your desire as early as possible.

Good news to all figure collectors and toy lovers, we have decided on giving a special discount every week as an act of expressing our gratitude for your support.

This week, we bring you SR Super Sea Story Figure Collection Gashapon. Although the heroine Marin from Super Sea Story is an immensely popular character, she is seldom made into a figure. Her gashapons come in six different poses, five of them are as seen in the picture, the sixth is a secret version. Although tiny, she is made to the last detail with loving care and it is indeed a rare treat to have her. She is now sold at a discounted price of US$ 0.99 only and the maximum purchase is limited to 20 units per customer.

Other cool products that came in this week are the 2008 editions of Iwaver FM 1/28 Digital Proportional RC Model Cars. These toy cars are miniature clones of the real cars they are modelled after, complete with functions and controls which are similar to one. The remote control carries an LCD screen, driver's wheel to allow proportional steering and a braking system. The model cars themselves are built with a small but powerful motor. Additional parts are included for hours of tuning fun.

The models that are currently in stock now include the Ford GT, Mini Coopers [Blue, Silver and White] and the Saleen. Other models are going to reach us next week, please check here for the complete listing of models we offer.

The lists below show what has been released this week and what is available for preordering.

Toys released this week:

Statues, Action and Trading Figures (12)

Alien vs Predator 2 Pre-Painted Action Figure: Predator (Masked) US N/A
Alien vs Predator 2 Pre-Painted Action Figure: Predator (Unmasked) US US$ 24.90
H.G.C.O.R.E EX Plus Gundam 00 Trading Figure JPN US$ 5.90
Mabinogi 1/8 Scale Pre-Painted PVC Figure: Mabinogi Succubus JPN N/A
Magnet Action Vol.6 Non Scale Gundam Trading Figures JPN US$ 4.90
Nendoroid Petit Lucky Star Season 1 Non Scale Pre-Painted PVC Trading Figure JPN N/A
Neon Genesis Evangelion 1/6 Scale Pre-Painted PVC Figure: Misato Katsuragi JPN N/A
Revoltech Series No. 046 - Transformers Non Scale Pre-Painted PVC Action Figure: Star Scream JPN N/A
Revoltech Series No. 047 - Transformers Non Scale Pre-Painted PVC Action Figure: Rodimus JPN US$ 21.90
TG Shiki Pleinair-San to Iko! 1/7 Scale Pre-Painted PVC Figure: Pleinair-San with shark JPN US$ 59.90
Togainu no Chi: True Blood 1/10 Pre-Painted PVC Figure: Aikra (Military Version) JPN US$ 49.90
Togainu no Chi: True Blood 1/10 Pre-Painted PVC Figure: Shiki (Military Version) JPN US$ 49.90

R/C Toys (7)

Iwaver FM 1/28 Digital Proportional RC Ford GT (2008 Edition) US$ 49.90
Iwaver FM 1/28 Digital Proportional RC Mini Cooper S II Blue (2008 Edition) US$ 49.90
Iwaver FM 1/28 Digital Proportional RC Mini Cooper S II Silver (2008 Edition) US$ 49.90
Iwaver FM 1/28 Digital Proportional RC Mini Cooper S White (2008 Edition) US$ 49.90
Iwaver FM 1/28 Digital Proportional RC Saleen S7 (2008 Edition) US$ 49.90
X-Twin Aero System Easy DIY Set: High Flyer US$ 29.90
X-Twin Aero System Easy DIY Set: Sky Wonder US$ 29.90

New Preorders (33)

ARTFX Theatre Indiana Jones Non Scale Pre-Painted Statue: Indiana Jones and the Riders of the Lost Ark JPN US$ 129.90
Alien Pre-Painted Action Figure: Classic Alien US US$ 19.90
Aliens vs Predator Requiem Series 3 Figure: Predator Requiem (Open Mouth) US US$ 19.90
Aliens vs Predator Requiem Series 3 Figure: Predator Requiem (Stealth Mode) US US$ 19.90
Anata no Shiranai Kangofu: Seiteki Byoutou 24 Ji 1/6 Scale Pre-Painted PVC Figure: Shiratori Amane JPN US$ 99.90
Bible Black 1/8 Scale Pre-Painted PVC Figure: Imari Kurumi (Re-run) JPN US$ 59.90
Bible Black 1/8 Scale Pre-Painted PVC Figure: Takashiro Hiroko JPN US$ 59.90
Code Geass Lelouch of the Rebellion 1/48 Scale Pre-Painted Action Figure: Guren Nishiki Night Metallic Version JPN US$ 54.90
Da Capo II Collection Non Scale Pre-Painted Trading Figure JPN US$ 7.90
Django of Slaughter 1/8 Scale Pre-Painted PVC Figure: Lily Salvatana JPN US$ 74.90
Dragon Destiny Ikkitousen 1/7 Scale Pre-Painted PVC Figure: Teni (Battle Version) JPN US$ 79.90
Dragon Destiny Ikkitousen 1/8 Scale Pre-Painted PVC Figure: Choun Shiryu JPN US$ 74.90
G.R.O Bokurano Non Scale Pre-Painted Statue: Bokurano The Earth (Colour Version) JPN US$ 139.90
Gear of War Series 1 Pre-Painted Action Figure: Augustus Cole US US$ 19.90
Gear of War Series 1 Pre-Painted Action Figure: Locust Drone US US$ 19.90
Gear of War Series 1 Pre-Painted Action Figure: Locust Sniper US US$ 19.90
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New from SuccessHK



Offical Product
100% QC by Nintendo
99% looks like the new
Wireless multiplayer for up to 16 players

Price:USD 139.48 ...

New from SuccessHK



Offical Product
100% QC by Nintendo
99% looks like the new
Wireless multiplayer for up to 16 players

Price:USD 139.48 ...

via IGN


Square Enix Inc announced today that Final Fantasy A2: Grimoire of the Rift, the third game in the Ivalice-based tactics series that has been in Japan since October of last year, will be released June 24, 2008.

Grimoire of the Rift is the lastest in the series of Ivalice Alliance titles, taking place in the mythical world of Ivalice. The game follows Luso Clemens, a mischievous young boy that gets transported to Ivalice via a magical book.

The FF Tactics series is a turn-based, grid-oriented battle system. Grimoire of the Rift is the sequel to the 2003 GBA game. This is the first time the series has been on the Nintendo DS, and Square Enix has promised new features for this version, including upgraded visuals and stylus control.

Fans of the FF series will see characters from Final Fantasy XII, including Vaan, Penelo, and Al-Cid.

Gamers that haven't experienced the Tactics line are still encouraged to try FF Tactics A2 since the developers have made it more accessible, while at the same time adding new depth for veteran players.

"Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift makes the tactical RPG genre accessible to fans who may be unfamiliar with the grid-based battle system," said Director Yuichi Murasawa. "While maintaining the classic functionality of the much-loved gameplay, this newest release boasts upgrades that enable a more engrossing and fulfilling tactical RPG experience." ...

via IGN


Square Enix Inc announced today that Final Fantasy A2: Grimoire of the Rift, the third game in the Ivalice-based tactics series that has been in Japan since October of last year, will be released June 24, 2008.

Grimoire of the Rift is the lastest in the series of Ivalice Alliance titles, taking place in the mythical world of Ivalice. The game follows Luso Clemens, a mischievous young boy that gets transported to Ivalice via a magical book.

The FF Tactics series is a turn-based, grid-oriented battle system. Grimoire of the Rift is the sequel to the 2003 GBA game. This is the first time the series has been on the Nintendo DS, and Square Enix has promised new features for this version, including upgraded visuals and stylus control.

Fans of the FF series will see characters from Final Fantasy XII, including Vaan, Penelo, and Al-Cid.

Gamers that haven't experienced the Tactics line are still encouraged to try FF Tactics A2 since the developers have made it more accessible, while at the same time adding new depth for veteran players.

"Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift makes the tactical RPG genre accessible to fans who may be unfamiliar with the grid-based battle system," said Director Yuichi Murasawa. "While maintaining the classic functionality of the much-loved gameplay, this newest release boasts upgrades that enable a more engrossing and fulfilling tactical RPG experience." ...

via Computer and Video Games


An inevitable videogame tying in with the forthcoming second Narnia movie Prince Caspian is on the way, and here we have new screenshots from the project.

Due out June 20, Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Capsian is in development at Traveller's Tales (for PS3, Xbox 360, PC, PS2 and Wii), which did the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe videogame.

It combines action-adventure with puzzle solving, features over 20 playable characters - including Prince Caspian, obviously - and drop-in/drop-out co-op play for two.

A DS version is also in the pipeline.


Screenshots ...

via Engadget


We know, it's easy to get caught in all the magic that is Mario Kart Wii -- "it's like Smash Bros. but with karts and more banana throwing!" -- but let's not fool ourselves here: that Wii Wheel is potentially the least functional piece of plastic Nintendo has shipped since the Virtual Boy.

It apparently took the fine folks at MTV two whole videos to figure this out under the patient tutelage of a Nintendo rep, but while the Wii Wheel can potentially serve as a helpful reminder to hold the Wiimote with the buttons facing you, it adds zero functionality to the equation, and it's only therefore "necessary" for the first 30 seconds of play -- after which it can be tossed to your dog or teething child as a chew toy.

Some might appreciate the ratio of turning a full wheel instead of a Wiimote, but we all know the truly hardcore are going to be kicking your ass with their Wavebirds anyways, to the point really is moot. Video is after the break.


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