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November 10, 2004
by Michael Cole - 5:19 pm EST
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Source: Press Release
Square Enix's GBA sequel to the PlayStation 2 hit comes out December 7th.
Square Enix and Disney Interactive's 'Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories' for
the Nintendo(R) Game Boy(R) Advance System Ships December 7th
New Role-Playing Game Extends the Adventure Between Kingdom Hearts and
Kingdom Hearts II
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of
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November 9, 2004
by Jonathan Metts - 9:01 pm EST
Total comments: 25
PGC is hiring staff writers, and that means anyone can apply…no prior experience necessary. Details inside!
Our call for applications is now ending. We thank everyone for the tremendous response. Due to the number of candidates, it will take some time to go through every application and narrow down the field. We appreciate your patience in this matter.
Unfortunately, we are only able to notify those... Read more...
by Jonathan Metts - 6:08 pm EST
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Jonny and his new DS are becoming friends already!
Look what I found!
BEST FRIENDS 4-EVER!
Nope, that doesn't work.
Touching is good.
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by Daniel Bloodworth - 4:02 pm EST
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Source: Konami Press Release
Shaman King: Master of Spirits heads to Game Boy Advance.
KONAMI SHIPS SHAMAN KING(tm): POWER OF SPIRIT AND SHAMAN KING(tm): MASTER OF SPIRITS
TO RETAIL STORES NATIONWIDE
Video Games Based on Popular TV Series on FOX BOX(tm) Debut For PlayStation®2 and Nintendo's Game Boy® Advance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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by Brendan Gallagher - 5:45 am EST
Total comments: 11
Source: NOA Press Release
Nintendo piques interest in "Mario Party 6" by coat-tailing recent election news.
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November 8, 2004
by Michael Cole - 5:36 pm EST
Total comments: 2
Source: Reuters
Disney likes what it sees in handheld gaming, and wants to improve its synergy factor.
Reuters reports that Disney is increasing its investment in handheld gaming. The entertainment giant is looking will increase investment by $40 this year—more than the division’s current operating income. Disney may even acquire small developers to work on games with movie tie-ins if it can do so without a decrease in profits.
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by Michael Cole - 5:13 pm EST
Total comments: 23
Source: Seattle PI
Microsoft is happy to see Sony spend energy on its PSP, but predicts that its Redmond neighbors have the advantage.
Microsoft’s Home & Entertainment vice presidents Robbie Bach & Peter Moore presented Microsoft’s perception of the handheld market and, more specifically, Sony’s PSP, when questioned during a Halo 2 launch event.
Microsoft’s representatives reinforced the company’s stance that the handheld... Read more...
by Michael Cole - 4:53 pm EST
Total comments: 19
Source: Ubisoft
Actress Monica Bellucci and heavy metal band Godsmack will be featured in Ubisoft’s awaited game.
Ubisoft today announced that Monica Bellucci, perhaps most recognizable as Persephone from the Matrix movies, lends her voice in Prince of Persia: Warrior Within. She plays the role of Kaileena, unwilling servant of the “Empress of Time,” and should bring out the sexual appeal of the character.
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by Jonathan Metts - 7:33 am EST
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Source: NOA Press Release
You'll get served.
Did You Know?
Mario Power Tennis Teaches the Basics, Then Hammers All the Rules
The keys to winning a tennis match in the real world are fast
footwork, consistency and a wicked backhand. Enter the realm of Mario
Power Tennis(tm) , exclusively for Nintendo GameCube(tm), and the
secret to winning includes Power Shots like Mario's Iron Hammer,
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November 7, 2004
by Jonathan Metts - 4:58 pm EST
Total comments: 19
Nintendo’s marketing guru talks about new advertising campaigns and the future of the company.
During Nintendo’s recent press event in Seattle, vice-president Reggie Fils-Aime addressed the group of journalists to discuss the company’s holiday marketing efforts, as well as broader issues they are facing.
Reggie began with a few comments on Nintendo’s current position. He said that... Read more...
November 6, 2004
by Jonathan Metts - 11:34 pm EST
Total comments: 7
Source: Ubisoft Press Release
Rayman DS, Sprung, and Asphalt Urban GT will arrive early on Nintendo's new handheld.
UBISOFT BRINGS MENAGE-A-TROIS TO NINTENDO DS™ LAUNCH PARTY
A Racy, Sexy and Adventure-Filled Threesome Lead the Way
SAN FRANCISCO — November 4, 2004 — Ubisoft, one of the world’s largest videogame publishers, today announced Rayman® DS, Sprung™ and Asphalt Urban GT™ as official... Read more...
November 5, 2004
by Mike Sklens - 10:46 pm EST
Total comments: 18
Source: SeattlePI.com
That doesn't mean you'll get one any sooner, unless you work for Nintendo.
According to the Seattle Post, Nintendo has begun shipping DS handheld units from their distribution center in North Bend, WA (check out PGC's tour of the North Bend facility by following this link). This does not indicate an early launch of the system. Nintendo is simply shipping them out now so... Read more...
by Ben Kosmina - 10:46 pm EST
Total comments: 19
Source: Nintendo Canada
Nintendo tours all around glorious Canada with DS fun. Those Canadians get all the luck!
If you're living in Canada, you can expect the Nintendo DS to be in your area pretty soon! Starting November 6, the Too Much Fun Tour will be travelling across Canada, demonstrating the Nintendo DS so that people get a chance to play the launch titles. You'll also be able to have a go of the upcoming Metroid Prime 2: Echoes for GameCube!
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by Michael Cole - 11:02 am EST
Total comments: 22
Source: The Register
American Video Graphics summons dated patents in an attempt to swipe money from dozens of hardware and software companies.
In what can only be described as exploitation of digital technology’s earlier years, American Video Graphics is suing Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft in addition to major third party publishers and many PC hardware manufacturers. All together, AVG claims the companies targeted have breached one or more of its 25 relevant patents.
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by Mike Sklens - 8:57 am EST
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Source: http://www.nintendods.com
Get the full experience now.
Nintendo has revamped and relaunched their website for the Nintendo DS. The site is no longer just a teaser page. It is now a full-on site, themed after the adventure of playing games on the DS. The site starts in a field, and you can look around and click on various DS icons to learn more about the system. There is also a link to a DS Store Locator which, when updated, will list the locations of stores with DS trial units.
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by Lasse Pallesen - 2:38 am EST
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Source: Press Release
Future line-up also detailed.
MAD CATZ REPORTS HIGHER EARNINGS IN FISCAL 2005 SECOND QUARTER
Strong Gross Margin and Reduced Operating Expenses Continue in the Second Quarter
SAN DIEGO. Nov. 4, 2004. Mad Catz Interactive, Inc., the world's leading third party video game accessory provider, today announced financial results for the fiscal second quarter and the six-month period ended September 30, 2004.
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November 4, 2004
by Michael Cole - 4:26 pm EST
Total comments: 36
Source: GameSpot
GameStop has stopped taking preorders for the system, and EBGames is likely to follow.
GameSpot reported yesterday that gaming specialty store GameStop has presold its entire launch allocation and is no longer taking preorders for the Nintendo DS.
GameSpot also says EBGames is quickly approaching its limit as well, and will likely stop taking preorders soon.
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by Lasse Pallesen - 8:37 am EST
Total comments: 5
Source: Press Release
The purple dragon continues his battle against evil in A Hero's Tail.
SPYRO A HERO'S TAIL BLAZES ONTO STORE SHELVES FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON
Spyro and his allies battle evil in the heroic purple dragon's biggest adventure yet!
PARIS (November 4, 2004) – Vivendi Universal Games (VU Games) announced today that Spyro A Hero's TailTM, the next installment... Read more...
by Lasse Pallesen - 8:25 am EST
Total comments: 4
Source: Press Release
Moscow-based Akella will handle the release of the upcoming Prince of Persia game in Russia.
PRINCE OF PERSIA WARRIOR WITHIN WILL COME IN RUSSIA BY AKELLA
Moscow, 4. Nov. Some years have passed since the Prince fought the treacherous vizier and stopped the grasping Sands of Time. When the Prince finally returns to Babylon after his long journey, he realizes that he's constantly pursued... Read more...
by Ben Kosmina - 3:09 am EST
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Source: Nintendo Australia
Pikmin 2 reaches Australian shores.
NINTENDO OFFERS PROOF OF ALIENS
Shigeru Miyamoto’s Latest Creation Isn’t Your Garden-Variety Video Game
Melbourne, Australia, 4th November 2004 – With their heads sporting leaves, buds and flowers, the alien Pikmin might be mistaken for garden plants. But this is one hyperactive garden club. A single whistle mobilizes a multitude of Pikmin to gather treasure, fight enemies and solve puzzles.
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