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Tuesday, May 24, 2011 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on May 24, 2011 @ 12:45 p.m. PDT

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 ...

Dead or Alive Dimensions (3DS)

Compete as one of 25 playable Dead or Alive characters to inflict heavy damage on interactive stages. Classic characters like Kasumi and Ayane along with more recent personas such as Eliot and Hitomi come together to retell the saga of the franchise in a never-before seen way. Through the Chronicle mode, one of twelve game modes available, players journey to reveal certain characters' pasts and learn how each of the characters relate to one another. Use social applications of the Nintendo 3DS via StreetPassTM in the Throwdown mode. Unlock special character figurines by competing with profiles of other fighters you encounter via StreetPass to add new depths to multiplayer combat.

Dead or Alive Dimensions also has a special stage for Nintendo fans inspired by Metroid: Other M, where Ridley will wreak havoc on all fighters. Another unique addition to gameplay on Nintendo 3DS is the use of the touch-screen. The touch-screen shows players the combination attacks that they can either master or tap to unleash on opponents.

Dead or Alive Dimensions is rated "T" for Teen by the ESRB and is available for an MSRP of $39.99.

DiRT 3 (PS3/X360/PC)

With more than double the track content of 2009's hit, DiRT 3 boasts more cars, more locations, more routes and more events than any other game in the series. Players will enjoy a career as an elite professional driver, competing in off-road racing events on the intense, weather-beaten rally stages of Europe, Africa and the US and pushing car control to the limit in all-new, Gymkhana inspired showpiece challenges.

DiRT 3's extensive online gameplay features for consoles are enabled with a VIP Pass, the access code for which is included in each retail box shipped. This one-time use code includes competitive multiplayer modes, allows players to upload gameplay videos direct to YouTube and comes with five additional cars for use in the game.

Family Farm (PC) - Europe Only

In Family Farm, the harvesting season is short with activities taking place in real-time, so players will need to manage their farm workers efficiently. They must prepare the soil, sow the seed and harvest crops, care for livestock and cook meals to stay energetic. Over time and when well managed, family members will improve their skills and work faster. External labour can be hired, but will be expensive. If the house is upgraded enough, perhaps new babies will be born, who will later contribute to the Family Farm. Farming was never this much fun!

King Arthur Collection (PC)

An innovative gaming mixture of RPG and Strategy, this comprehensive anthology contains the critically acclaimed King Arthur: The Role-Playing Wargame along with the expansions The Saxons and The Druids, as well as the Knights and Vassals and Legendary Artifacts DLC.

King Arthur Collection sees players guide the legendary King Arthur in his effort to conquer the warring provinces of Britannia, unite the kingdom and bring lasting peace. Recruit the fabled Knights of the Round Table, dispatching them to all corners of the realm on a variety of missions, improving them to become the most powerful of heroes. Build the majestic and awe inspiring Camelot, govern a growing kingdom, and oversee spectacular battles where thousands of skilled warriors, powerful magicians and fearsome creatures clash in bloody fights to the death.

Every decision the player makes will determine Arthur's morality as a King creating their own legend; will he be a kind and benevolent ruler or a ruthless monarch? A Christian king or a Pagan leader? Destiny shall decide ....

The King Arthur Collection is available with a recommended retail price of $29.99/€29.99.

Kung Fu Panda 2 (NDS/Wii/PS3/X360)

Gamers' skills will be put to the test as Po and his friends find Gongmen City threatened by a new evil and embark on an all new epic kung fu adventure.

Only on Kinect for Xbox 360 (suggested retail price: $49.99 U.S.) will players truly become Po, using their bodies as the video game controllers. Players must master their kung fu training to block, dodge, duck, punch, kick — and even unleash special moves such as "Feet of Fury" and "Thunder Strike." Onscreen, Po follows the player's every move, no controller required — a combination of technology and character that has never before been possible.

On THQ's uDraw GameTablet for Wii (SRP: $29.99 U.S.), players control Po with the uDraw stylus to fight and defend Gongmen City in story mode. Epic battles against new enemies ensue amid a backdrop that players themselves bring to life. An exclusive drawing mode lets players personalize their game experience by coloring objects found throughout the game, which become part of the story. The uDraw also offers coloring pages and one-of-a-kind mini-games that feature the adorable baby Po, who is also featured in the movie.

The PlayStation 3 version of Kung Fu Panda 2 (SRP $39.99 U.S.) highlights the strategy and wisdom inherent in kung fu, requiring players to deliver "acu-punches," "thunder strikes" and "kung fu curls" while adding logic skills to help players master their talents as the one and only Dragon Warrior, Po.

On Nintendo DS (SRP: $29.99 U.S.), Kung Fu Panda 2 allows players to command Po as well as the Furious Five using the stylus, unleashing awesome kung fu moves with Tigress, Monkey, Crane, Viper and Mantis. In addition, the Nintendo DS version offers two-player wireless gameplay, as well as the addictive card game "Five-Card Fu," which can be played alone or with friends and offers endless fun.

NASCAR The Game 2011 (Wii)

Players climb into the driver's seat of these 900-horsepower beasts as one of the included 43 real world racers including crowd-pleasers like Carl Edwards, Dale Earnhardt, Jr, Joey Logano, or Tony Stewart or they can custom create their own driver as they fight to be the first to the finish line. Meticulous attention to detail enlivens fan's favorite drivers with individual characteristics and traits; epic showdowns will play out over the course of the season as gamers aim to collect the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Championship. An incredible physics engine requires drivers to be on top of their game, nail their race lines and make split-second decisions to avoid the big one. For those brave souls crazy enough to seize the moment, an all-new celebration mode has players doing burnouts, donuts, and gratuitous rabble rousing all in the name of victory.

With full optimization for the Wiimote controls, as well as Wii Classic Controller, GameCube Controller and wheels, the fun and thrilling atmosphere has been transferred to an electric experience on Wii. The full field of 43 cars and a head-rush inducing, 23 faithfully recreated tracks, capture the glory and excitement of the sport. Racers will have continual spotter feedback to adjust them to the drafts, blocks and slingshot maneuvers used on the track. Split-screen racing lets players take on any challenger for bragging rights. Revolutionary design, an awe-inspiring sense of speed and a true-to-life physics engine will have hearts racing from the moment the light hits green!

NASCAR The Game 2011 is available now on the Wii System from Nintendo for $49.99 MSRP. It is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.

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