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Tuesday, November 10, 2009 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2009 @ 5:01 a.m. PST

Another day, another batch of games shipped to stores. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are announcements for:


We will update this throughout the day when new announcements become available. Read more for details ...

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (NDS/Wii/PS3/X360/PC)

Modern Warfare 2 has begun to unleash a new threat upon the world, putting gamers on the front lines of an epic, global battle that has advanced onto American soil, proving that no one is safe from an impending invasion.

"From day one the goal was to bring our fans around the world the most riveting and authentic experience we've ever created in Modern Warfare 2," said Vince Zampella, CEO of Infinity Ward. "Every design from the smallest detail was crafted to place gamers in the center of their own epic, action movie -- with the suspense, excitement and adrenaline as if they were starring themselves."

"By all indicators, we anticipate Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 will be the biggest entertainment launch of all time. As of today, the number of pre-order reservations we've taken for the game is the highest for any title we've ever sold in our 6,200 store network," said Tony Bartel, executive vice president, merchandising and marketing, GameStop Corp.

Following an unprecedented number of pre-order reservations across the globe, the sequel to the best selling first person action game in history kicked-off its worldwide invasion earlier today with a series of midnight celebrations from Sydney to London, Paris to New York. In the U.S., more than 10,000 retail outlets opened doors precisely at midnight to sell the much sought-after title.

Picking up following the historic events of Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, Modern Warfare 2 completely immerses players in one of the most intense storylines, filled with unexpected plot twists and death-defying battles set in exotic locales across the globe. As gamers fight to save the world from annihilation, the soundtrack of Academy Award, Golden Globe Award and Grammy Award winning composer Hans Zimmer sets the dark and ominous tone for a truly cinematic gaming experience. Modern Warfare 2 marks the first time that the legendary artist has scored a video game.

Delivering the complete package, in addition to the heart-racing intensity of the single player campaign, Modern Warfare 2 also offers an entirely new gameplay mode, "Special Ops," which supports 2-player co-operative play via online or split screen dropping gamers into a surplus of time-trial and objective-based missions. As players rank-up, ever challenging missions are unlocked, including highlights from the single player campaign, fan favorites from Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare and all new, exclusive missions. While, the all-new Multiplayer mode raises the bar even higher from the world-record setting online play from its predecessor delivering new capabilities, customization, gamestates and modes, including customizable killstreaks, accolades and new create-a-class features.

Modern Warfare 2 is rated "M" (Mature) by the ESRB for Blood, Drug Reference, Intense Violence and Language and is available now for the Xbox 360, PS3 and PC for $59.99.

Gamers have numerous options to enhance the Modern Warfare 2 experience with the Xbox 360 Limited Edition Console featuring a 250GB hard drive, Xbox 360 headset, two wireless controllers and a standard edition copy of the game. Xbox LIVE gamers will also be the first to get their hands on two Modern Warfare 2 map packs coming first to Xbox 360. Also available now for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation3 system are the Modern Warfare 2 Collector's Edition packages, including the Hardened Edition, which contains a token to download Call of Duty Classic, a limited edition SteelBook case and the "Behind the Lines" collector's artbook, and the individually numbered, one-time only limited quantity Prestige Edition, which includes the Hardened Edition plus a pair of fully functioning night vision goggles and an individually numbered "Soap MacTavish" night vision goggles collectors' stand.

Also available today for NDS is Call of Duty: Modern Warfare: Mobilized. Developed exclusively by n-Space, the DS title delivers a unique storyline and an arsenal of handheld features. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare: Mobilized is rated "T" (Teen) by the ESRB for Blood, Mild Language and Violence with a suggested retail price of $29.99.

Additionally, for Wii fans Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Reflex Edition is also now available. A port by Treyarch of the record-setting and award-winning, original Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, the title is rated "M" (Mature) by the ESRB for Blood and Gore, Intense Violence and Strong Language and has a suggested retail price of $49.99.

Shaun White Snowboarding: World Stage (Wii)

Focused on intense competition that captures Shaun's riding style, personality and spirit, Shaun White Snowboarding: World Stage allows players to feel the thrill of the ride and experience the life of a professional snowboarder participating in the highest levels of competitions around the world.

"Partnering with Shaun to develop this game has been an incredible experience,” said Antoine Guignard, producer of Shaun White Snowboarding: World Stage at Ubisoft. "We wanted to create something for everyone with this game and let players everywhere get a chance to 'live the life' of a professional snowboarder.”

From a half pipe in the middle of New York's Times Square to the most prestigious competitions in France, Canada, Japan and more, players can explore extraordinary mountains and iconic locations all over the world in 75 fun and unique challenges. With a ton of new events to compete in and seamless co-op multiplayer options, players can rise to the top of the world rankings with friends too.

Shaun White Snowboarding: World Stage is compatible with Wii MotionPlus and Wii Balance Board accessories. From creating and naming snowboarding tricks to riding in style with customized characters, players can be creative and fully immerse themselves in the game while experiencing the thrill of competition.

Shaun White Snowboarding: World Stage, rated "E” for Everyone, is available for $49.99

Dragon Ball: Raging Blast (PS3/X360)

Recreating the popular Dragon Ball Z series’ epic combat in all its glory, Dragon Ball: Raging Blast includes a host of exciting gameplay options including powerful and customizable attacks, stunning HD graphics, and a variety of gameplay modes including online or offline versus and tournament matches.

Developed by acclaimed game studio SPIKE, Dragon Ball: Raging Blast features more than 70 characters, including transformations, facing off against each other in iconic battles throughout the Dragon Ball Z series sagas. Fans can play as their favorite heroes and villains to directly experience the thrill of epic match-ups from the series or play out never-before-seen hypothetical “what if” scenarios.

Dragon Ball: Raging Blast offers a variety of single-player modes as well as offline and online multiplayer versus or tournament options. Single-players can practice their moves in the Dojo, experience the Dragon Ball Z series story in the Dragon Battle Collection or complete various challenges in Super Battle Trial mode. Once they’ve mastered their Ki Blasts and Kamehameha attacks, players can face-off in versus or tournament modes against others either on or offline. As players progress through the game and win more battles, they receive items and Super Attacks as rewards. Players can then utilize these with the Ultimate Customize option to configure up to three customization profiles of each character, which can then be used in versus battles. A full set of familiar series-based combat tools are also at the player’s disposal including dashes, Ki Blasts, charge attacks, Ultimate Attacks, transformations, fusions and more.

New large-scale, massively destructible environments create grandiose stages for incredible battles. Adding a new level of interactivity and strategic advantage, characters can now take immense damage from being propelled into mountains, buildings and debris. A new “Super Rising” option allows players to rocket straight up into the sky for a quick evasive maneuver that adds another dimension to the fast-paced melee. Dragon Ball: Raging Blast is set to deliver more explosive fighting action than ever seen before!

Dragon Ball: Raging Blast, rated “T” for Tteen, carries an MSRP of $59.99.

Dragon Ball Z: Attack of the Saiyans (NDS)

For the first time in North America, fans can enjoy the beloved Dragon Ball Z series from a new perspective in this epic turn-based RPG.

Based on the most popular anime series of all time, Dragon Ball Z: Attack of the Saiyans follows the events of the original Dragon Ball Z story from the World Tournament and Goku’s triumphant defeat of Piccolo through the Vegeta saga. The game also includes exclusive content that has never before been seen in the anime or manga series.

Players can create a customized three-member party including fan-favorite characters such as Goku, Krillin, Piccolo and more. Turn-based battles play out through vibrant animations that capture the spirit of the series’ signature fighting sequences. Players navigate a vast world map with varied locales as they encounter enemies, find treasures, and destroy obstacles using targeted Ki Blasts. As the game progresses, characters level-up, become more powerful, and gain access to new abilities and moves. Characters will have access to a slew of attacks including Ultimate Skills, Super Attacks and all new team-based “Sparking Combos” which combine the forces of two to three party members to unleash devastating damage on enemies.

Dragon Ball Z: Attack of the Saiyans, rated “E10+” for everyone 10 and older, carries an MSRP of $29.99.

NBA 2K10(Wii)

While offering all the same exciting gameplay features as its console counterparts, NBA 2K10 for Wii provides fans with an authentic simulation experience with deep career and franchise modes, along with the opportunity to compete online against friends. NBA 2K10, available for the first time on Wii, this season delivers the most realistic, stylistic, and feature-rich simulation experience ever available in the NBA 2K franchise.

“We’re thrilled to bring NBA 2K10 to the Wii this year - it’s an incredibly fun and fully-featured title that will appeal to a new group of fans,” said Greg Thomas, senior vice president of sports development for 2K. “With easily accessible Wii controls and the opportunity to be active while playing, NBA 2K10 lets players step up their virtual game on the hardwood court this holiday season.”

NBA 2K10 game play features include:

  • NBA Today: Real world matchups, news and stats automatically stream right into the game. NBA Today keeps commentary and overlays fresh and up to date based on what is really happening in the NBA.
  • My Player: Giving fans what they have long requested, the all-new My Player career mode allows fans to create their own ultimate NBA player and guide his every career move. Players start as an undrafted rookie in the Summer Circuit, and if their skills become advanced enough, they may get an invite to participate in an NBA team’s training camp or play in the NBA Development League. The road to being an NBA star is long and hard, and each player has the opportunity to create their own unique experience making it to the League.
  • The Association: The Association strives to be the best franchise mode in sports video games. Full incorporation of the NBA Development League and the ability to control all 30 NBA teams at once, including restricted free agency, real-time practice, an all-new player progression system, and a host of other enhancements gives NBA 2K10 players the tools to rule the court and lead their team to victory.
  • Crews: Crews, a new online feature, allows dedicated online players to round up their friends and build the ultimate squad using either created players from My Player or an actual NBA team. Players can go online and challenge other Crews for bragging rights and progression points as they try to climb their way to the top of the Crew leaderboard rankings.
  • Signature Play: Signature Play pulls together all of NBA 2K’s player Signature Styles and adds in all-new Signature Tendencies and facial expressions, creating NBA 2K10 teams that play and react like their real life counterparts for an unbelievably realistic NBA experience. Improved easy-to-use offensive controls for dribbling and post game let players pull off ankle breaking IsoMotion™ moves and dominate from the perimeter to the paint. Gamers can shut down teams like never before with innovative defensive controls that allow you to shadow your opponent’s every move, deny position off-ball, and even select different approaches to contest shots.

BUZZ! Quiz World (PS3)

Developed by Relentless Software, BUZZ! Quiz World lets players define their BUZZ! quiz experiences exactly how they want to play; they can choose the round types, the question topics, and the game length. Add to this an all-new custom profile feature, making the game commentary from the host, Buzz, personalized to the player, and BUZZ! Quiz World puts contestants at the heart of the quiz show like never before.

BUZZ! Quiz World also features all new expanded gameplay content including more than 5,000 new questions with hundreds of pictures, videos, and music clips; extended 8-player multiplayer "Sofa vs. Sofa" action with voice chat; and exciting new rounds and characters all in a glitzy new TV-studio setting.

"We remain committed to delivering a variety of entertainment across PlayStation platforms and providing accessible content and engaging gameplay that brings people together, whether for a party or a family gathering," said Scott A. Steinberg, Vice President, Product Marketing, SCEA. "BUZZ! Quiz World takes the social nature of the BUZZ! franchise to the next level and stands as another example of the exclusive content we're bringing to the PlayStation 3 that appeals to all members of the family."

The deep customization options in BUZZ! Quiz World start with up to eight players choosing their own characters and creating their own personal profiles. In addition to hundreds of options for player names, contestants can now take on opponents in the form of a variety of new characters including a general, a nurse, and a knight. Gregarious host Buzz returns in BUZZ! Quiz World with the ability to give direct commentary during the game about each contestant and how they're doing, adding to the feeling of being in-studio.

Gameplay customization extends even further as players now have the ability to tailor their games to their liking through several options including round type, length of game, and question subjects. In "Round Select" mode, players can choose which rounds they play back-to-back and truly build their own game. For players who want to get quizzing immediately, they can select from "Standard," "Crazy," or "Serious" pre-set game types. New round types like "Over the Edge" which involves a pit of goo awaiting those who answer questions incorrectly and "On the Spot" designed to catch other players off guard extend the already robust round type content. BUZZ! Quiz World also lets players select short, 15-minute games or choose a 45-minute long intense competition.

In addition to the eight-player local multiplayer quizzing, now up to eight players of BUZZ! Quiz World can also go online to experience the enhanced "Sofa vs. Sofa" mode and challenge opponents across the nation. From the comfort of the couch, players can use voice chat during the multiplayer games to communicate throughout the game. Through PlayStation Eye support, players everywhere can also take pictures during the game at key moments and relive the highs, lows, and glorious victories.

Introduced with the first BUZZ! game for PS3 BUZZ! Quiz TV,BUZZ! Quiz World utilizes the same user-generated quiz content from MyBUZZquiz.com. Players can create their own quizzes on MyBUZZ! about any topic imaginable and quizzes created on the MyBUZZquiz.com Web site can be played from the PS3 system. Sports fans can create a quiz based on their favorite teams, or families can create quizzes about family history for a fun holiday activity. Players can also download extra quiz packs exclusively from the PlayStation Network and previously-purchased quiz packs for use with BUZZ! Quiz TV are compatible with BUZZ! Quiz World. A player's question bank is virtually limitless.

For the Glory (PC)

Developed by Crystal Empire Games, a team formed within Paradox's Europa Universalis fan community, For the Glory is built upon the Europa Engine, serving as the developers' vision of the ultimate historical strategy game. Players take the reins of a country, guide domestic and foreign policy, navigate thousands of historical events, engage in various struggles and lead their country to prosperity, all in the name of glory.

Game features:

  • Choose from more than 180 countries
  • Select from a wide range of historical scenarios in the era spanning 1399 to 1819
  • Dictate domestic policies – will you be loved or hated by your people?
  • Strike fear or exercise compassion in diplomatic relations
  • Explore uncharted territory and colonize the new world you uncover
  • Gain wealth and prepare for times of religious strife
  • Battle your enemies on land and sea using classic weaponry and forces
  • Experience over 10,000 historical events as they happen
  • Craft your own campaigns with unparalleled mod capabilities
  • Take on your friends and foes with multiplayer for up to 32 players

For the Glory: A Europa Universalis Game is now available for $19.99 via all major digital download portals.

Harvest Moon: Animal Parade (Wii)

There's trouble in the once-prosperous village of Harmonica Town! Crops aren't growing, the wind isn't blowing, and the five elemental bells are missing. Only the power of the Harvest King can revive the land, but he's nowhere to be found. It's up to the player to find the five bells, awaken the Harvest King, and save the town!

Players will find plenty of exciting activities in Harvest Moon: Animal Parade, including fishing, mining, cultivating crops, and caring for wild animals such as penguins, pandas, and monkeys. Players can take their exotic pets out for walks, teach them tricks, and even ride them around town! When the circus rolls into town, players will also need to help the ringmaster find the escaped animals. Befriend the lion, giraffe, and hippopotamus, or the show is doomed!

"Harvest Moon: Animal Parade delivers the ultimate in farming fun! It features entertaining new characters, a huge variety of fun pets, and exciting new activities, " said Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO of Natsume. "Anyone looking for a family-friendly Wi title this fall should make sure that Harvest Moon: Animal Parade is at the top of their list."

Harvest Moon: Animal Parade, rated E for Everyone, is priced at an MSRP of $49.99.

DJ Star (NDS)

"DJ Star" lets music lovers imitate their idols and realize their dreams of becoming DJ stars themselves.
 
In the game's career mode, players start out by performing at small private parties and work their way up, gaining recognition and finally becoming the world's best disc jockey. The artist travels from one gig to the next in super-clubs throughout the world, including New York, Miami, Tokyo, Paris, Berlin and London. Players get to scratch in real time using the Nintendo DS Touch Screen. The innovative title includes several genuine DJ features and 40 well-known songs from the genres of electro, R&B, and more, as well as numerous mini-games.
 
"DJ Star" enthrals players with its excellent sound quality, and is easy to learn even for players who have never used a turntable before. A step-by-step introduction and easy-to-use interface enable fans to learn how to mix and create their own songs in short order. With 200 samples and a simple user interface, musicians in the handheld world can compose great hits with just a few moves of the Nintendo DS stylus. They can also exchange their best songs with friends using DS Wireless Communications.
 
The virtual online studio at the game's official website lets visitors test their skillz and create their own songs. Besides all kinds of information regarding the game, the site now offers music lovers the opportunity to mix their own tracks, save them to their Facebook profiles, and share them with friends.
 
The track editor from the online studio is also available directly from Facebook.

Vegas Party (Wii)

Storm City Entertainment's Vegas Party is an over-the-top multi-player Vegas style party game for play on the Wii.

“Loaded with eccentric characters and quirky humor, the game takes players through seventeen unique casinos and fifteen gambling minigames, in an insane race to the end of the Las Vegas Strip,” said Paul Tresise of Enjoy Gaming.  “Trust no-one, and forget the meaning of ‘mercy’ because it doesn’t apply here.”

The game, which features nonstop action for up to four players, uses modified rules of many casino gaming favorites to send players on an irreverent excursion through an extremely humorous cliché of “Sin City.”  Gaming skills and luck are required as players navigate their way through eighteen original environments, compounded by twisters, earthquakes, and gambling opponents seemingly ripped from tabloid headlines. 

“Never has Las Vegas been so maniacal,” noted Bruce Kain, Executive Vice President of Storm City Entertainment.  “This party style race game is perfect for the casual gamer that’s looking for a fast-paced diversion from the world of sanity.”

Manage your token account carefully and spend your money wisely, because in this desert part of the world, money is like water, and soon it’s gone.

Harvest Moon: Sunshine Islands (NDS)

In Harvest Moon: Sunshine Islands, players rejoin all of the beloved characters from Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness, and meet some new faces as well! Years ago, a powerful earthquake struck the Sunshine Islands chain, and most of the islands sank forever...or did they? It's up to the player to find the magical Sun Stones and raise the sunken islands. As they do, they'll meet new characters, harvest new crops, and befriend animals such as ducks, monkeys, and badgers. Players will grow their farm, care for animals, mine, fish, and compete in festivals in their quest to restore the Sunshine Islands to their former glory. With a little luck, they may even find true love and start a family along the way.

"Harvest Moon: Sunshine Islands is here just in time for the holidays! You get to meet some great new characters, train your pets in fun minigames, and grow a huge variety of crops. It's a fantastic Harvest Moon experience!" said Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO at Natsume. "This is a great game for players of all ages, whether they're loyal fans or brand new Harvest Moon players!"

Harvest Moon: Sunshine Islands, rated E for Everyone, is now available for $29.99.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey (NDS/Wii)

This holiday season, Ringling Bros.circus fans can get into the act and perform jaw-dropping stunts, breath-taking acrobatics and even “clown around” under the Big Top with their family and friends. For players out and about who are looking for circus fun, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey: Circus Friends Asian Elephants is now available for NDS.

“The interactive world of Wii and Nintendo DS allows circus fans to experience the wonderment and spectacle of Ringling Bros. in an exciting new way that takes them from spectator to performer,” said Nicole Feld, Ringling Bros. producer and Feld Entertainment Executive Vice President.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey for Wii features more than 40 action-packed games that test the circus skills of even the most highly trained professionals. Gamers can soar through the air as a human cannonball, perform with magnificent Bengal tigers, defy gravity on a motorcycle in the Spherical Miracle, dazzle the crowd with aerial acrobatics, and dance with an exotic Asian elephant. Only the best will become certified to perform in front of thousands in the exciting ZING ZANG ZOOM and Barnum’s FUNundrumSM show venues!

“Precision and concentration are important if players want to make it to the Big Top in this new game,” said Daniel Raffo, a fifth-generation Ringling Bros. performer, who has presented tigers for over 25 years. “It doesn’t hurt to have courage either, especially when those felines get feisty.”

“While the big cats get your adrenaline rushing, you can only experience real exhilaration by soaring 50 feet above the arena floor,” added George Caceres, the youngest Ringling Bros. performer ever to catch a triple somersault. “To triumph on the trapeze in this game, you need grace and impeccable timing.”

“The trapeze does seem to require some skill,” said Dustin Portillo, Boss Clown with the infamous Ringling Bros. Clown Alley. “However, there is a true science to taking a cream pie to the face and you can master that playing Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey for Wii.”

Also in stores today, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey: Circus Friends Asian Elephants for Nintendo DS, gives pachyderm enthusiasts the ability to care for their very own Asian elephant. Gamers must ensure their playful pal eats well, stays clean and healthy, and gets daily exercise. Once the proper training program has been implemented, their circus friend can star and show off in The Greatest Show on Earth!

Through an exclusive license with Feld Entertainment, 2K Play will market the games at select performances of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey. Ticketholders will receive promotional information about the games at the arena and colorful point-of-sales displays will highlight the game features.

Both titles were developed by 2K’s Cat Daddy Games studio, and are rated E for everyone by the ESRB. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey for Wii is available for $39.99 and Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey: Circus Friends Asian Elephants for NDS is available for $29.99 at major retailers across North America.

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