2003 is going to be a great year for Nintendo gamers. The line up is incredible and over 80 new games will be available for the console this year. Exciting new titles include the critically acclaimed Metroid Prime, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, Resident Evil 0 (Capcom), Enter the Matrix (Infogrames) and FIFA Football (EA) which will support connectivity with GBA SP.

The GBA SP is set to launch across Europe on March 28th and is a stylish addition to Nintendo's GAME BOY range. Nintendo has given the console a completely new ultra stylish design to appeal to the most style conscious consumers of handheld technology worldwide. The console will be available in 3 premium metallic finishes, silver, black and blue and Nintendo has introduced further innovations to suit its new image, including a flip-top screen with an integrated front screen light, plus a rechargeable lithium battery similar to those found in mobile phones, offering gamers over 10 hours of continuous illuminated game-play. When the front light is turned off, the continual play increases to approximately 18 hours. The new Game Boy Advance SP will also be backwards compatible and can play cartridges originally designed for Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance.

This year will also see the launch of over 60 new games for the GBA SP, including FIFA Football (EA), Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 (Activision), Tomb Raider: The Prophecy (Ubisoft) and Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow (Konami). The range of games available in 2003 and the stylish new console both highlight Nintendo's appeal to gamers of all ages.

The limited edition GBA SP packs containing the discount voucher go on sale on March 28th. The voucher will be valid for a limited period.

The Game Boy Advance SP launches in Europe 28th March 2003
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