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Monday, November 1, 2010 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Nov. 1, 2010 @ 3:33 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 ...

PokéPark Wii: Pikachu’s Adventure (Wii)

Series fans and newcomers alike are invited to play as Pikachu as they progress through a wild set of challenges, tangling with other Pokémon and racing to save the PokéPark from an uncertain fate.

At the outset of PokéPark Wii: Pikachu’s Adventure, the Rare Pokémon Mewappears and summons Pikachu to the PokéPark. Several pieces of the Sky Prism have gone missing, and it’s up to Pikachu to retrieve them. Players take control of Pikachu to compete in a wide variety of Skill Games and Attractions, bringing Pikachu one step closer to saving the PokéPark. As they move through the park’s many action-packed Zones, players can befriend other Pokémon by defeating them in Skill Games. They can also play as other Pokémon in certain Attractions and revisit challenges again and again to attempt new high scores. Fans with keen ears will be especially pleased to note that the Pokémon speak with the same voices heard on the popular Pokémon animated series.

“As the holiday season draws near, consumers can count on PokéPark Wii: Pikachu’s Adventure to deliver imaginative game play and endless hours of fun,” said Marc Franklin, Nintendo of America’s director of Public Relations. “Playing as Pikachu and interacting with scores of different Pokémon in a world of adventure, people will find plenty to love about this new game for Wii, whether they’re new to the series or experienced Pokémon players.”

PokéPark Wii: Pikachu’s Adventure offers a versatile mix of simple-to-learn controls and captivating game play. When navigating the various Zones of the PokéPark, players hold the Wii Remote controller horizontally. As they step up to compete in Attractions and Skill Games, they might be asked to wave or tilt the controller to perform certain tasks. The game also allows players to snap pictures of their favorite Pokémon and locations, and store them on an SD card (sold separately).

Get Fit with Mel B (PS3)

Exercise routines are often more effective when you’re partnered with an inspiring coach. In Get Fit with Mel B, PlayStation Move puts you right in the program and on screen next to Spice Girl and fitness expert Mel B.  As you work out together, she delivers positive feedback, encouragement and real-time guidance on your performance. Each user’s experience is structured to meet their individual needs:  with over 25 different goals to choose from, Get Fit with Mel B delivers a custom workout program and a daily menu plan to ensure that program users are on the right track to achieving their goals.  Additionally, the program features social networking integration that allows users to share their workout results and accomplishments with their friends via Facebook.

 “Get Fit with Mel B offers a cutting-edge and highly effective fitness experience for less than the cost of a gym membership.” said Deep Silver Chief Operating Officer Geoff Mulligan.  “There’s never been a combination of technology and passion for fitness like this before. This is as close as you’re going to get to having a personal trainer in your own home. We’re incredibly proud that Get Fit with Mel B is the first fitness title available for the PlayStation Move platform and that critics are already hailing it as the best option for getting fit with an interactive program.”

Get Fit with Mel B has shipped to retailers with an impressive level of early critical acclaim.  Multiple review scores of 90% have praised the program for its individualized workouts, unparalleled graphics and replayability and tremendous value as an in-home personal trainer.

Get Fit with Mel B, rated E for Everyone, is now available in stores exclusively on the PlayStation Move platform for a suggested retail price of $39.99.

Drift City (PC)

The storyline for Drift City takes place in the near future, where the world's infrastructure has been hampered due to global shortages of oil. The focus of the world has turned to the remote archipelago in the Pacific at Mittron Island where an amazing natural resource, aptly named Mittron has been discovered. Due to an influx of vehicles called HUVs that have invaded the island to terrorize and disrupt the city and economy, the governing body of the island, the OMD, has called in elite drivers from around the world to restore order. Players can play in Mission Mode and complete objectives assigned by the OMD. Missions vary in their objectives and stipulations with some requiring speed while other missions emphasizing safety. Delivery Service Missions are ongoing and a battle against the clock. In the Battle Zone players can take on other drivers in individual or team races and players can join up with friends or create their own Crew and race against other crews.

Drift City is the unique driving game that is part role-playing game and part racing game.  It offers both mission modes and multi-player racing modes incorporated with cell-shaded style graphics for a unique racing experience.  Players can choose their vehicles, modify and customize the design, and upgrade the performance of their vehicles.  Now that the game is available on GamesCampus.com, transferred players will be able to play on GamesCampus servers with all the newest updates.  The latest updates to the game include: new maps, quests, new battle modes and brand new systems! Additionally, all vehicles obtained or purchased on the previous server have been transferred.  Although in-game currency is non-transferrable, GamesCampus will award transferred players with these compensation items:

  • Mito drink (30 days)
  • EXP drink (30 days)
  • Item drink (30 days)
  • 3x 50% off aero set coupon
  • 3x 50% off car upgrade coupon
  • 1x Enhancement formula
  • Tire gift box (7 days)
  • Wing gift box (7 days)
  • Booster gift box (7 days)

Additional compensation items for players at certain levels include:

  • Level 1-10 will receive  10,000 Mitos
  • Level 11-25 will receive 200,000 Mitos
  • Level 26-50 will receive 500,000 Mitos & 1,000 Campus Credits ($10)
  • Level 51-90 will receive 1,000,000 Mitos & 2,000 Campus Credits ($20)
  • Level 91 and above will receive 2,500,000 Mitos & 5,000 Campus Credits ($50)

"Since announcing the arrival of Drift City To GamesCampus, we have gotten a great deal of positive feedback from our community," said Uyen Uyen Ton Nu, head of marketing for GamesCampus.  "Drift City is an illustriously immersive MMO for racers and car enthusiasts alike. With the launch of service at our portal, Drift City welcomes a major content update including a new city course, new cars new quests, special events and much more to enhance the experience even more. Drift City welcomes new users, as well as former Drift City players looking to see what the new version has to offer!"

The transfer of Drift City to GamesCampus includes multiple updates to the game including a new 5th City map, Mitro City, new quests, a new dealership system, game optimization and AI modification and much more.  Players will also soon experience a first drift shop upgrade, main screen modification, a GT Championship system, and a 2010 Special Event for the new service known as the Golden Harvest. 

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