Post by: Aussie Ben PGC on October 27, 2005, 05:30:23 AM
Nintendo and GameStop Give Nintendogs Fans Something to Howl About for Halloween
Free Virtual Gift and Message From Haylie Duff Mark Donation to ASPCA
REDMOND, Wash., Oct. 26 /PRNewswire/ -- As if Halloween weekend didn't offer enough things to scream about, Nintendo and GameStop will offer owners of the wildly popular Nintendogs(TM) puppy communication program a free virtual gift. More than 3,600 GameStops across the country will play host to the Nintendogs Tricks and Treats Weekend event, which runs Oct. 28 through Oct. 30.
People who bring a Nintendo DS(TM) and a copy of Nintendogs to a GameStop location during the weekend can receive a virtual pair of star-shaped sunglasses for their puppies to wear in the game, along with a voice greeting from Napoleon Dynamite star Haylie Duff. The exclusive sunglasses will be delivered using Nintendogs' Bark Mode, and cannot be accessed in the game any other way.
And to demonstrate that virtual dogs can help out real-life ones, Nintendo and GameStop will donate $50,000 to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
"Nintendogs represents just one of the many ways that we're building communities and bringing people together through video games," said George Harrison, Nintendo of America's senior vice president of marketing and corporate communications. "Through our partnership with GameStop, we can reward our countless fans for their loyalty and enthusiasm, which have made Nintendogs such a phenomenon."
"We are very excited about the promotion with Nintendogs, the ASPCA and GameStop," says Jack Beuttell, GameStop's senior vice president of marketing. "When Nintendo launched Nintendogs, the product was an immediate hit, as it appealed to a broad audience. Now we have an opportunity to give back to our animal friends to help make sure they are well cared for. We are delighted we can give something extra to our consumers in our stores."
"Animal shelters around the country are full of dogs of all shapes and sizes, and the process of adopting a dog is a tremendous decision that should not be taken lightly," said Matthew Bershadker, vice president of development for the ASPCA. "Nintendogs is a great way for people to test whether they are ready to handle the real thing. The ASPCA is grateful for the generous donation by Nintendo and GameStop."
The Nintendogs events takes place just after the Oct. 24 launch of the "Best Friends" Nintendogs bundle, which sells at an MSRP of $149.99. The special bundle comes with a new Teal or Pearl Pink DS and lets owners start with the six most popular breeds chosen from the three Nintendogs editions: Labrador retriever, golden retriever, German shepherd, beagle, Yorkshire terrier and miniature dachshund. As with the other editions, all 18 breeds are unlockable as owners progress. The bundle also includes a Nintendogs-branded Nintendo DS skin and a bone-shaped screen cleaner.
Nintendogs, Rated E for Everyone, launched in the United States on Aug. 22 and has sold more than 1.5 million units worldwide. Made exclusively for Nintendo DS, it lets owners train, care for and play with lifelike puppies. For downloads, images, video diaries and more information about Nintendogs, please visit www.nintendogs.com.
Post by: vudu on October 27, 2005, 08:55:57 AM
Post by: TMW on October 27, 2005, 09:36:25 AM
The nearest Gamestop is 70 miles away, but I think I might hitch a ride with some friends who are going up there this weekend.
Post by: KnowsNothing on October 27, 2005, 09:39:58 AM
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People who bring a Nintendo DS(TM) and a copy of Nintendogs to a GameStop location during the weekend can receive a virtual pair of star-shaped sunglasses for their puppies to wear in the game, along with a voice greeting from Napoleon Dynamite star Haylie Duff.
Edit: ALSO, apparently she IS related to Hillary Duff. This is exciting news!
Post by: Tanookisuit on October 27, 2005, 09:41:14 AM
Ha! She's Hillary Duff's older, less-attractive/talented sister. She's in Napoleon Dynamite. She's already a has-been.
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 27, 2005, 09:45:26 AM
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Originally posted by: Tanookisuit
"think shes the head of the APSCA or something."
Ha! She's Hillary Duff's older, less-attractive/talented sister. She's in Napoleon Dynamite. She's already a has-been.
I still think she classifies as a "never was"
Post by: vudu on October 27, 2005, 10:39:37 AM
Post by: Pale on October 27, 2005, 10:45:57 AM
Just head to the mall, put the DS on bark mode in your pocket, and walk by.
After you are a safe distance away, take a seat, flip open your DS, and grab your glasses!
Post by: vudu on October 27, 2005, 12:42:03 PM
Post by: KnowsNothing on October 27, 2005, 12:44:46 PM
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People who bring a Nintendo DS(TM) and a copy of Nintendogs to a GameStop location during the weekend can receive a virtual pair of star-shaped sunglasses for their puppies to wear in the game, along with a voice greeting from Napoleon Dynamite star Haylie Duff.
Post by: Bill Aurion on October 27, 2005, 12:58:19 PM
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Originally posted by: Tanookisuit
"think shes the head of the APSCA or something."
Ha! She's Hillary Duff's older, less-attractive/talented sister. She's in Napoleon Dynamite. She's already a has-been.
That makes it sound like you are saying Hilary Duff has talent, which she absolutely does NOT...
Post by: TMW on October 27, 2005, 01:28:23 PM
I wonder what the gift is.
Post by: KnowsNothing on October 27, 2005, 01:38:29 PM
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People who bring a Nintendo DS(TM) and a copy of Nintendogs to a GameStop location during the weekend can receive a virtual pair of star-shaped sunglasses for their puppies to wear in the game, along with a voice greeting from Napoleon Dynamite star Haylie Duff.
Post by: vudu on October 27, 2005, 02:54:35 PM
Post by: KnowsNothing on October 27, 2005, 03:22:56 PM
Post by: ssj4_android on October 27, 2005, 03:31:27 PM
Post by: Rhoq on October 27, 2005, 06:22:44 PM
Post by: Pale on October 28, 2005, 05:07:03 AM
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People who bring a Nintendo DS(TM) and a copy of Nintendogs to a GameStop location during the weekend can receive a virtual pair of star-shaped sunglasses for their puppies to wear in the game, along with a voice greeting from Napoleon Dynamite star Haylie Duff.
I just wanted to fit in
Post by: Artimus on October 28, 2005, 07:11:20 AM
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