Monday, May 3, 2010

Mystery P.I. Portrait of a Thief (Video Game)

Mystery P.I. Portrait of a Thief
Mystery P.I. Portrait of a Thief (Video Game)
By PopCap Games

Buy new: $19.82
26 used and new from $12.49
Customer Rating: 3.3

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Priceless paintings have gone missing, and fakes are in their place — but there are no leads to the crime! Uncover clues to paint the thief into a corner in this exclusive story for Nintendo DS!

Mystery P.I. Portrait of a Thief is a single player puzzle game for Nintendo DS and DSi which mixes classic seek and find puzzle play with an engrossing crime theme in which players are tasked with exposing an artful thief. The game is packed with over 1,600 objects, hidden within 70 puzzles of various types, across 18 locations. Players must find objects and answers hidden throughout the gameplay environment in order to solve the mystery. The game also features four mini-games and two unlimited game modes.

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Player's case log screen from Mystery P.I. Portrait of a Thief
Puzzle solve to capture an art thief at-large.
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Gameplay
Puzzle play action in Mystery P.I. Portrait of a Thief consists of a series of timed chapters linked to the mystery of who raided the art collection of your client, Kensington Billingsley. The goal in each chapter is to find a set list of items and answers hidden throughout the urban landscape of the gameplay area and solve any additional puzzles that are presented to you along the way before your allotted 30 minutes runs out. Each list consists of ten items, which are displayed on the DS' top screen and are ticked off the list as you find them. The actual puzzle-solving happens on the lower touchscreen of the DS/DSi, where players can use either the DS stylus or button combinations to identify hidden items and answers. Along with seek and find puzzles, where players have to find specific objects hidden in a larger jumble of items, the game also features word puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, pair matching challenges and more. Players start the game as a rank amateur sleuth, but with success rise in status and gain points. Along with the challenge of seeing how many can be accumulated, points are also valuable in that they can be used to buy hints when/if players get stuck.

Key Game Features

  • Find over 1,600 objects in 70 seek-and-solve puzzles within 18 locations.
  • Test your skills in 4 stylus-based mini-games, with high-score leaderboards.
  • Keep track of suspects and clues in your case log.
  • Collect bonus objects and unlock two modes of unlimited play.
  • Enjoy a rich character-driven story written exclusively for Nintendo DS.
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Seek and find puzzles.
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Themed word search puzzle from Mystery P.I. Portrait of a Thief
Themed word challenges.
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Third-person view of cityscape gameplay area with puzzle available from Mystery P.I. Portrait of a Thief
An expansive play area.
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Jigsaw puzzle play screen from Mystery P.I. Portrait of a Thief
20 exciting chapters.
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Sunday, May 2, 2010

Battle of Giants: Dragons (Video Game)

Battle of Giants: Dragons
Battle of Giants: Dragons (Video Game)
By UBI Soft

Buy new: $17.76
20 used and new from $10.29
Customer Rating: 4.5

Customer tags: nintendo ds(3), ds games(3), dragons(2), fossil fighter, ds video games, ds game, nintendo ds games, video games

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Long ago, war ravaged the mystical land of Tammabbukku when humans attacked the dragons, attempting to steal the beautiful gems from which they draw their power. Left weak and drained, the noble dragons withdrew into the far corners of the land, dividing the remaining gems by their elemental powers of air, earth, water, and fire. With the gems divided, a new battle has begun from within, and with it, the dark age begins. Read more


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Nintendo DSi 100-220v Wall Charger for US & Canada (Video Game)

Nintendo DSi 100-220v Wall Charger for US & Canada
Nintendo DSi 100-220v Wall Charger for US & Canada (Video Game)
By generic

Buy new: $6.99
4 used and new from $2.58
Customer Rating: 4.5

Customer tags: nintendo ds(2)

Review & Description

This NDSi charger is a small and lightweight accessory. NDSi Charger is great for users who frequently travel and as a replacement charger which with a hidden US plug. Package content: 100V-240V DSi US Plug Wall Charger Adapter x 1 Read more


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Imagine Teacher (Video Game)

Imagine Teacher
Imagine Teacher (Video Game)
By UBI Soft

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Review & Description

Imagine Teacher allows players to become a teacher at a brand new school. Teach your class a variety of subjects and increase your students' knowledge. Become a successful teacher, recruit new students and develop your school into one of the very best. Pay special attention to - dolphins, sea lions, polar bears, penguins and other cute babies Develop a strong relationship with dolphins

The Imagine line goes back to school

Play as a rookie teacher who takes over a class in a newly built modern school. At the beginning your class only has a few kids because most of the kids in town are used to going to a school located in the next town over. It is your job to bring those students back to make your classroom and school the best place to learn. The game really begins when you meet some characters who don't want you to succeed.

Key Features

  • Increase your students' knowledge via fun mini games-Teach them writing, science (math & biology), culture (geography & history). Develop their artistic skills like music, drawing, and pottery. Celebrate events including birthdays and the end of the year party.
  • Help your students find their true vocation
  • Pay attention to your students' behaviors to manage their mood and create the best learning atmosphere-All kids have their own personalities and favorite subjects. Create a seating chart in the classroom to prevent them from chatting, being a distraction or fooling around.
  • Create the school of your dreams-Buy or collect new items to upgrade your classroom and school
  • Interact with many different characters-Not only do you take care of your students, but talk to their parents and school staff.
  • Multiplayer-Connect up to 4 DS a single card allowing you and your friends to play mini-games.
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Smart Girls: Playhouse (Video Game)

Smart Girls: Playhouse
Smart Girls: Playhouse (Video Game)
By Tommo

Buy new: $19.82
11 used and new from $18.40
Customer Rating: 4.4

Customer tags: nintendo ds(40), girls(36), smart(15), videogames(13), games(10), playhouse(10), educational(9), coloring(7), mathematics(6), hamsterz(3), video games(3), nintendo ds games(3)

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Let's Play! Filled with fun, exciting wholesome games for girls. Children will have fun with this title for hours on end! This title is a great entry point for young children who want to get into the world of casual videogames. By keeping the titles fun and simple, while providing a challenging and rewarding experience, children will be able to gain a wholesome experience. It's like carrying around a closet full of family fun games that you can take with you anywhere! Read more


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Saturday, May 1, 2010

Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince (Video Game)

Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince
Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince (Video Game)
By Electronic Arts

Buy new: $12.00
42 used and new from $8.71
Customer Rating: 3.0

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In Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Voldemort is tightening his grip on both the Muggle and wizarding worlds and Hogwarts is no longer the safe haven it once was. Harry suspects that dangers may even lie within the castle, but Dumbledore is more intent upon preparing him for the final battle that he knows is fast approaching. Together they work to find the key to unlock Voldemort's defenses and, to this end, Dumbledore recruits his old friend and colleague, the well-connected and unsuspecting bon vivant Professor Horace Slughorn, whom he believes holds crucial information. Meanwhile, the students are under attack from a very different adversary as teenage hormones rage across the ramparts.

Based on the 2009 summer movie blockbuster of the same name, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince transports fans both old and new to the beloved and action-filled video game universe of Harry Potter. In this most recent adventure players return to the famous Hogwarts school for wizards, as well as other surrounding parts of the wizarding world, to help Harry survive a difficult and danger filled sixth year.

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Harry wielding a wand in 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince' the Video Game
Wand-based spells & pranks.
Potion mixing in 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince' the Video Game
Mix it up in Potion Class.
Harry exploring Hogswart with friends in 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince' the Video Game
Explore Hogswart's mysteries.
The Story
In Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince the Video Game, Voldemort is tightening his grip on both the Muggle and wizarding worlds and Hogwarts is no longer the safe haven it once was. Harry suspects that dangers may even lie within the castle, but Dumbledore is more intent upon preparing him for the final battle that he knows is fast approaching. Together they work to find the key to unlock Voldemort’s defenses and, to this end, Dumbledore recruits his old friend and colleague, the well-connected and unsuspecting bon vivant Professor Horace Slughorn, whom he believes holds crucial information.

Meanwhile, the students are under attack from a very different, but equally unavoidable adversary as teenage hormones rage across the ramparts. Harry finds himself more and more drawn to Ginny, but so is Dean Thomas. And Lavender Brown has decided that Ron is the one for her, only she hadn't counted on Romilda Vane’s chocolates. And then there’s Hermione, simmering with jealously, but determined not to show her feelings. Yet as romance blossoms throughout Hogwarts, one student remains aloof. He is determined to make his mark, albeit a dark one. Love is in the air, but tragedy lies ahead and Hogwarts may never be the same again.

Gameplay
Like earlier video game releases in the Harry Potter franchise, the action in Harry Potter and the Half-blood Prince the Video Game revolves around the exploration of Hogwarts and the action that results from what you uncover. The game features a variety of play modes and unique features. During their adventures, players will have a chance to engage in exciting wizard duels, mix and brew magical ingredients in potions class and take to the air to lead the Gryffindor Quidditch team to victory. Players may even get sidetracked by Ron’s romantic entanglements as they journey towards a dramatic climax and discover the identity of the Half-Blood Prince.

Key Features

  • Enter a world of magic: Explore Harry’s world in your own time, and choose how you want to play the story of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
  • Collect magical rewards: mix potions, discover hidden items, defeat bullies and play mini-games.
  • Master powerful spells by using your stylus as your wand.
  • Play pranks on your enemies by throwing stink pellets and using spells to stop them in their tracks.
  • Share the adventure by challenging your friends to fun wizard games like Gobstones, Exploding Snap and Wizard Skittles.
  • Warm up for the Hogwarts Quidditch Cup by leading training sessions and practice your skills as Keeper, Chaser and Seeker.
  • When you get stuck, call on Nearly Headless Nick for clues and tips to help you complete your challenges.
  • Swap famous Quidditch player cards with friends.
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Scene It? Twilight (Video Game)

Scene It? Twilight
Scene It? Twilight (Video Game)
By Konami

Buy new: $28.49
19 used and new from $18.97

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Customer tags: vampire, nintendo ds, twilight, edward cullen

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Scene It? Twilight brings the immense universe to your living room, and tests your knowledge and wits! Trivia and Twilight fans alike will love the hours of fun as you challenge friends and family to see whose Twilight knowledge reigns supreme. Scene It? Twilight features all-new questions, movie clips and several challenging puzzle types, giving you a trivia game overflowing with images as well as audio and video clips from the world you know and love. Read more


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