Monday, August 22, 2011

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen (Video Game)

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen
Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen (Video Game)
By Square Enix

Buy new: $19.99
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Customer Rating: 4.2

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A prestigious army captain, an adventurous princess seeking to test her skills beyond palace walls, a humble merchant aspiring to open his own shop, and two sisters who wish to avenge their father’s death… These seemingly unrelated individuals will soon cross paths when fate brings them together to journey alongside you, the hero. Dive into this unique adventure, and discover an epic tale told through the experiences and emotions of characters from all walks of life. For the first time, a full-fledged DRAGON QUEST adventure arrives on Nintendo DS with DRAGON QUEST IV: Chapters of the Chosen. The brainchild of series creator Yuji Horii, the DRAGON QUEST series has continued to excite and enchant players with its engaging storylines, charming characters designed by world-famous manga artist Akira Toriyama and imaginative worlds complemented by the memorable scores of renowned composer Koichi Sugiyama. Experience an adventure of epic proportions, presented through a unique portrayal of multiple character perspectives. While retaining the classic look and feel of the original release, this remake breathes new life into a much-loved entry in the DRAGON QUEST series with 3D graphics, dual screen presentation and newly animated monsters. In a far-off land, a group of disparate individuals soon will come together to embark on a journey they never could have imagined. Among them are two sisters seeking to avenge their father's death, a merchant longing to open his own shop, a princess desiring to test her skills outside the palace walls and a respected army captain. As the hero of this compelling tale, you will join these seemingly unrelated companions for an incredible adventure. Battles, mysteries and an engaging cast of characters await as you take off on an epic journey.

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Dragon Quest IV Features

  • Embark on a journey to explore the land, seas and skies of the DRAGON QUEST universe in this grand entry from the Zenithia Trilogy. Soon to follow are DQ V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride and DQ VI: Realms of Reverie, never before released in North America
  • Indulge in the colorful DRAGON QUEST world created by Yuji Horii, combined with the charming characters and monsters designed by Akira Toriyama and memorable soundtrack from famed composer Koichi Sugiyama to create an unforgettable gaming experience
  • Experience the world of DRAGON QUEST through the perspectives of multiple characters with a unique, chapter-driven storyline while you journey through a beautifully rendered 3D world, with dynamic dual screen presentation and newly animated monsters
  • Enjoy an all-new English translation that incorporates 13 known dialects from around the globe, bringing the diverse world and characters of DRAGON QUEST to life
  • Unravel the ancient mystery behind a cursed kingdom by expanding your town via Chance Encounter mode, available through local wireless connection

Exclusive to the Nintendo DS

With Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen, a full-fledged Dragon Quest adventure comes to Nintendo DS for the first time. The talents of series creator Yuji Horii, world-famous manga artist Akira Toriyama and renowned composer Koichi Sugiyama combine in this thrilling, chapter-driven tale that preserves all the beloved charm of the original game while infusing it with additional excitement with incredible 3D graphics, dual-screen presentation and newly animated monsters. Multiple character perspectives bring the game to life as you explore a fantastic, dazzlingly rendered world filled with adventure and surprises.

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Sunday, August 21, 2011

Saturday, August 20, 2011

Trauma Center: Under the Knife 2 (Video Game)

Trauma Center: Under the Knife 2
Trauma Center: Under the Knife 2 (Video Game)
By Atlus

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Dramatic fast-paced medical action on the go! Guilt is no more. Dr. Derek Stiles and Nurse Angie Thompson faced humanity's greatest threat and triumphed. Now, in the aftermath, they find themselves in unknown territory, forced to deal with the disastrous consequences of the killer virus. Join them as they scramble to address questions left unanswered and put an end to the mystery behind the disease.

The Trauma Center: Under the Knife 2 story

GUILT is no more. Dr. Derek Stiles and Nurse Angie Thompson faced humanity’s greatest threat and triumphed. Now, in the aftermath, they find themselves in unknown territory, forced to deal with the disastrous consequences of the killer virus. Join them as they scramble to address questions left unanswered and put an end to the mystery behind the disease.

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Game Features

  • True sequel to the award-winning original Trauma Center: Under the Knife game
  • Scrub back in to your DS and experience the tactile stylus-based experience that made the original a hit.
  • Confront the aftermath of the devastating GUILT epidemic in a brand new story.
  • New "easy play" mode, improved tool utility, and clearer directions.

About the Original

Trauma Center: Under the Knife captured imaginations as a quirky and strange newcomer to Nintendo's DS. With a new take on using the stylus for DS, Trauma Center: Under the Knife offered those who were open to a mysterious new style of game (and maybe a few aspiring doctors) a combination of both difficulty and fun. Read more.
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Friday, August 19, 2011

Crayola Treasure Adventures (Video Game)

Crayola Treasure Adventures
Crayola Treasure Adventures (Video Game)
By Crave Entertainment

Buy new: $13.40
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Customer Rating: 4.4

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The perfect game for all creative and adventurous boys and girls, Crayola Treasure Adventures asks the explorer to color, draw and think their way through numerous exotic locations, challenging puzzles, and exciting adventures. It also offers a digital coloring book that lets the young artist run wild with their imagination through more tha a hundred different digital crayons and pictures available to color. Read more


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Nintendo DSi - Pink (Video Game)

Nintendo DSi - Pink
Nintendo DSi - Pink (Video Game)
By Nintendo

Buy new: $149.99
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Customer Rating: 4.5

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Nintendo pioneered handheld entertainment in the '80s and famously made it fully mobile and accessible to millions around the world with the Game Boy and DS video game systems. Now, Nintendo is taking things to the next level by transforming the way people access, experience, create and share content with the new Nintendo DSi system, the third iteration of the world's best-selling portable video game system.

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The System
The Nintendo DSi is a high-powered handheld video game system in a sleek, folding design-loaded with features designed to create a unique gaming experience. Like the DS and DS Lite before it, the DSi features Nintendo's trademark stylus-driven touchscreen technology, but determined to make portable gaming simultaneously larger and smaller in all the right places, Nintendo has also created the DSi with significantly larger screens and an even slimmer body design than its earlier cousins. Other features include the ability to snap photos with built-in cameras, edit and send them to friends, play back your music with Nintendo DSi Sound, or browse the Internet with the Nintendo DSi Browser. From playing games to just playing around, the Nintendo DSi does it all.

Features:

The DSi's Two Digital Cameras
The most noticeable feature of the slim Nintendo DSi system are its two cameras - one camera is situated on the external body pointing away from the user, and the second one points at the user when the device is flipped open. As the first truly interactive digital camera in a video game system, the DSi Cameras feature 10 different interactive "lenses" that can manipulate your photos, offering an easy way to take and share your photos with family and friends. The cameras also present people with unprecedented ways to interact with their games, and in the process provide developers with a new tool to devise creative games and experiences. If the touch screen gave Nintendo DS a sense of feel and the microphone allowed it to hear, the two cameras give Nintendo DSi the sense of sight.

DSi Sound
Another enhanced feature is the Nintendo DSi Sound application, which serves as both an interactive voice recorder and music player that allows users to play with their music while they listen to it. Users can access different audio filters or control the pitch and speed of recorded voice or music files to alter voices or change the tempo of a song. The mic is located between the two screens when the device is flipped open, and there is also a stereo headphone output that lets users listen to music saved on an SD card, even with the screen shut.

The DSiWare
In the world of software, Nintendo DSi will be the platform for the most relevant and fun on-the-go games and applications. The Nintendo DSiWare application will populate Nintendo DSi with software that can be downloaded using Nintendo DSi Points directly to the portable system, just as WiiWare has with Nintendo's Wii console. Developers big and small are invited to create software that makes use of the properties and functions of the hardware. Nintendo DSiWare games and applications will be available at a range of values, starting at 200 points.

Games and Backwards Compatibility
In addition to downloadable games, Nintendo DSi is able to play games made specifically for the system and sold at retail. The system can also play most Nintendo DS games, and will have access to a library of more than 850 titles originally made for that system. As an example of the quality of games that DSi players can expect to see both from both Nintendo and third-party game developers, at the launch of the DSi Nintendo also released Rhythm Heaven. A wildly popular rhythm game in Japan, where it has sold nearly 2 million copies since its release in mid 2008, Rhythm Heaven features catchy tunes, charming characters, and a wide variety of rhythm games as it makes maximum use of the DSi's functionality.

Facebook
Nintendo DSi owners have even more ways to share their experiences with friends and family. Using an Internet-connected Nintendo DSi system and the Nintendo DSi Camera application, Facebook members can take pictures with either of the system's two cameras and upload their photos directly to their Facebook profile. While reviewing pictures they've stored in the Nintendo DSi Camera album, which includes photos taken by users and manipulated using the built-in interactive lenses, users can simply tap the Facebook icon on the system's touch screen to instantly transmit photos to the user's Facebook profile.  The user's system must be configured to a wireless broadband Internet connection for the transmission of photos.

What's in the Box
Each DSi comes complete with: one Nintendo DSi System, one Nintendo DSi stylus, one Nintendo DSi AC power adapter, an easy start guide, manuals (basic and controls) and a support booklet.

Nintendo DSi Camera

  • Two cameras.
  • Ten interactive lenses.
  • Endless fun for you and your friends.

Nintendo DSi Sound

  • Record your voice.
  • Play with your voice. Play your music.
  • Play with your music.
  • An interactive audio player.

Nintendo DSi Shop

  • Use your broadband connection to browse the Internet.
  • Entertain yourself.
  • Entertain your friends.
  • Unleash your creativity.
  • Download the apps that let you do it all.

DS Download Play

  • Download demos.
  • Play against friends.
  • Connect to the Wii console.
  • An easy way to share to the fun.

PictoChat

  • Chat locally with friends.
  • With pictures.
  • Now including rainbows.

Nintendo DSi Technical Specs:

DSi:
Display: 3.25 inches
Overall size: Width 137mm, Length 74.9mm, Thickness 18.9mm
Power Supply: AC adapter for Nintendo DSi
Weight: Approx. 214g (with touch pen)
Charging time: Approx. 2 hours and 30 minutes
Battery life: The lowest brightness (9-14 hrs), low brightness (8-12 hours), medium brightness (6-9 hours), high brightness (4-6 hours), highest brightness(3-4 hours)
Software: Software for Nintendo DS, Software for Nintendo DSi.
Input-output: DS card slot, SD memory card slot, AC adapter connection, stereo headphone/mic jack
 

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Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Logic Machines (Video Game)

Logic Machines
Logic Machines (Video Game)
By City Interactive

Buy new: $9.99
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Customer Rating: 3.9

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Totally addictive gravity and physics based puzzles and challenges! Turn the crank, rotate the gears, adjust the pulley, and connect the rubber bands! Use your keen sense of logic and the laws of physics to build amazing machines that will help you to solve mind bending puzzles! Avoid mysterious objects and hidden traps as you try to make your way through each mind-bending level. Read more


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