The World Ends With You

The World Ends With You Review

The World Ends With You Feature

• Modern art style created by a team of artists led by Tetsuya Nomura, world-renowned character designer of the upcoming Fabula Nova Crystallis project
• Innovative Stride-Cross Battle System allows players to control two characters simultaneously, unleashing special attacks with the stylus
• Collect a vast array of custom-designed pins, each with a powerful psychic ability that can be activated with the right touch or sound command
• Customize characters with Shibuya's coolest fashions and exchange items with other players via Mingle Mode while experiencing an amazing soundtrack combining a fusion of musical influences from hip-hop to rock and electronica
• Battle with up to three friends in Tin Pin Slammer, an exciting and fast-paced mini-game, via local wireless connection

From the creators of the award-winning Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts franchises comes a revolutionary, modern action-RPG title for a new generation of gamers. Square Enix and Jupiter team up once again to showcase The World Ends With You, a trendy and vibrant gaming experience developed exclusively for the Nintendo DS. Featuring an intuitive combat system and exciting multiplayer mode, The World Ends With You is set to immerse gamers into the modern-day culture of Japan.

Story
The story begins as Neku Sakuraba, an unsociable 15-year-old boy, unexpectedly wakes up in the Shibuya shopping district of Tokyo, Japan. While trying to piece together his rude awakening, he receives a strange text message warning him that he will cease to exist unless he accomplishes a certain mission. Although he barely has time to grasp what is happening to him, he commences his assigned task in the mysterious streets of Shibuya.

Features:

• Distinctive modern art style created by a team of artists led by Tetsuya Nomura, world-renowned character designer of the upcoming Fabula Nova Crystallis project which includes Final Fantasy XIII and Final Fantasy Versus XIII
• Innovative Stride-Cross Battle System allows players to control two characters simultaneously, unleashing special attacks with the stylus
• Collect a vast array of custom-designed pins, each with a powerful psychic ability that can be activated with the right touch or sound command
• Customize characters with Shibuya?s coolest fashions and exchange items with other players via Mingle Mode
• Experience an amazing soundtrack combining a fusion of musical influences from hip-hop to rock to electronica
• Battle with up to three friends in Tin Pin Slammer, an exciting and fast-paced mini-game, via local wireless connection

Features include:

•Modern art style created by a team of artists led by Tetsuya Nomura, world-renowned character designer of the upcoming Fabula Nova Crystallis project
•Innovative Stride-Cross Battle System allows players to control two characters simultaneously, unleashing special attacks with the stylus
•Collect a vast array of custom-designed pins, each with a powerful psychic ability that can be activated with the right touch or sound command
•Customize characters with Shibuya's coolest fashions and exchange items with other players via Mingle Mode while experiencing an amazing soundtrack combining a fusion of musical influences from hip-hop to rock and electronica
•Battle with up to three friends in Tin Pin Slammer, an exciting and fast-paced mini-game, via local wireless connection

Nintendo DSi XL Burgundy

Nintendo DSi XL Burgundy Review

Nintendo DSi XL Burgundy Feature

• Retains all the functionality of the DSi including
• New, large diagonal LCD screen size (4.2-inch) allows for the best visual quality DS gaming experience to date
• Unit comes pre-loaded with three DSiWare titles, including
• New release Burgundy color scheme adds a unique and distinct touch to your hand held gaming experience
• Hardware includes a full size, easy to hold stylus that matches the exterior color of your chosen DSi XL

Modern handheld gaming has long been dominated by Nintendo and Sony. Each hardware manufacturer has multiple viable offerings derived either directly, or evolving from the respective DS and PlayStation Portable product lines. All of these devices are impressive multifunctional devices, with designs meant to encourage gameplay on the go, integration with the Internet, backwards compatibility to previous games, and so on, but each goes about this in different ways. Taking a few minutes to examine the main features, and getting more familiar with available options, accessories and possible limitations of each handheld is the optimal way to determine which is the best choice for a player.

Handheld Console Choices

	Nintendo 3DS View larger	Nintendo DSi/DSi XL View larger	PSP View larger	PSPgo View larger	PlayStation Vita View larger
Suggested Retail Price (prices may vary)	9.99	9.99/9.99	9.99	9.99	9.99 - 9.99 (February 2012)
Display	Dual screen: upper - 3.53" LCD, lower - 3.02" LCD touch screen	Dual screen, backlit, 3.25"/4.2", LCD with 256 x 192 resolution	4.3" full transparent	3.8" full transparent	5" OLED multi-touch screen
Internal Usable Memory	64 MB	NA	64 MB	16 GB	TBD
External Media Storage	SD memory card	SD memory card	Sony Memory Stick Duo	Memory stick micro	New proprietary "NVG" flash cards
Size	5.3" (l) x 2.9" (w) x 0.8" (h)	5.4" (w) x 2.9" (l) x 0.74" (h) / 6.3" (w) x 3.6" (l) x 0.84" (h)	6.7 (w) x 2.7" (w) x 0.7" (h)	5.0 (w) x 2.71" (h) x 0.65" (d)	7.2 (l) x 3.3" (w) x 0.73" (d)
Weight	8 oz.	7.5/11.1 oz.	6.7 oz.	5.5 oz.	TBD
Colors	Aqua Blue, Flaming Red, Cosmo Black	7.5 oz.	Piano black (other colors via bundles)	Piano black, Pearl white	Black (other colors to follow)
Backwards Compatibility	Plays most DS and DSi games	Plays all DS games	Plays all PSP games in UMD format, or available via download; also plays downloadable PS1 games for PSP	Plays all PSP games available via download and PS1 games for PSP	Plays all PSP games available via download and PS1 games for PSP
Wireless Communications	Supports local Nintendo wireless connectivity between devices and IEEE802.11 b/g Wi-Fi connectivity	Supports local Nintendo wireless connectivity between devices and IEEE802.11 b/g Wi-Fi connectivity	Local ad hoc connectivity between PSP devices and infrastructure Wi-Fi connection options	Local ad hoc connectivity between PSP devices and infrastructure Wi-Fi connection options	3G support in one or two hardware releases; standard ad hoc connectivity between devices and infrastructure Wi-Fi connection options in both
Online Media Portal	Nintendo eShop	Nintendo DSi Shop	PlayStation Network	PlayStation Network	PlayStation Network
Streaming Video	Netflix*	No	PSN movie rentals, and other video content	PSN movie rentals, and other video content	PSN movie rentals, and other video content
Internet Browser	Built-in	Built-in	Built-in	Built-in	Built-in
Console Integration	Yes, with Wii	Yes, with Wii	Yes, with PS3	Yes, with PS3	Yes, with PS3
Game Media	Game card and digital download	Game card and digital download	UMD disc and digital download	Digital download	Digital download, alternate media TBD
Online Multiplayer	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Local Wireless Multiplayer	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Estimated Battery Life	3-8 hrs	3-14 hrs	4-6 hours	4-6 hours	TBD
Input Method	Touch screen, face and shoulder buttons, circle pad, motion/gyro sensor	Touch screen, face and shoulder buttons	Analog stick, D-pad, face buttons and shoulder buttons	Analog stick, D-pad, face buttons and shoulder buttons	Front and rear touch inputs, 2 analog sticks, D-pad, face buttons and shoulder buttons
Digital Camera(s)	3 (0.3 megapixels); 3D capabilities	2 (0.3 megapixels)	No	No	2
Built-in Microphone	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Graphic Quality	Top adjustable 3D screen - 800 x 240 resolution; lower screen - 320 x 240 resolution	256 x 192 resolution	480 x 272 resolution (16:9 aspect ratio)	480 x 272 resolution (16:9 aspect ratio)	960 x 544 resolution (16:9 aspect ratio)
General Game Price Range	Standard: .99 - .99 Downloads: .99 - .99	Standard: .99 - .99 Downloads: .99 - .99	Standard: .99 - .99 Downloads: .99 - .99	Standard: .99 - .99 Downloads: .99 - .99	Standard: .99 - .99 Downloads: .99 - .99

Online Play and Functionality

The wireless revolution in personal electronics has made online functionality and connectivity to the Internet a huge focus in handheld gaming. Every handheld console has an online arena that has either been built specifically for it, or that has been adapted to suit the needs of online players. By utilizing these portals players can greatly expand their chosen platform's potential, maximize gaming fun and increase the overall entertainment value of their devices.

The Nintendo eShop is your one-stop shop for exciting downloadable games, videos, applications, and so much more. Discover all-new 3D software, plus legendary titles from gaming past remastered in 3D. Revisit with classic portable "Virtual Console" games starring Mario, Link, many other faces from the Nintendo catalog of games. Gain access to hundreds of previously released DSiWare games, applications and much more. Browsing the Nintendo eShop is incredibly easy, and fun. Find any title in seconds, then view screenshots, game info, and even video to help you make your purchase. You'll even find details and 3D video of Nintendo 3DS games available at retail stores. All games are able to be saved in your own custom wishlist so you can always remember the titles you want to get.

DSiWare through the DSi Shop is a service that allows DSi players to download games and applications directly to their handheld console in exchange for DSi Points purchased through a local retailer. Experience new and innovative gameplay, fresh takes on the classics-and much more. Just shop, download, and enjoy. Visiting the DSi Shop is easy, just establish wireless broadband connection, click on the Nintendo DSi Shop icon from your menu screen and browse the shop and use Nintendo DSi Points. Games and applications can be saved to SD cards (sold separately).

PlayStation Network is an all access pass not only to a world of gaming, but also one of entertainment at-large. The service is 100% free, only requiring a PlayStation handheld (or a PS3) and a broadband connection to the Internet Once you are in visit the PlayStation Store where users can download games, first run and classic movies, previews, DLC add-ons for games, game demos, music and original PlayStation oriented streaming video content. Purchases can be made using a credit card or a PlayStation Network Card purchased offline. Content can be stored on external media or within the hard drive of the PSPgo.

* Existing Netflix unlimited membership account required.

Nintendo DSi XL Burgundy

Monster High: Ghoul Spirit

Monster High: Ghoul Spirit Review

Monster High: Ghoul Spirit Feature

• Become a ghoul and attend Monster High to perform creeptastic tasks, build a freaky-fab reputation and vie for the prestigious title of Scream Queen
• Strive to be an ogre achiever by going to class to earn ghastly grades
• Perform scaretastic assignments such as a hair trim for Clawdeen or leading the spirit cheer
• Snap a photo of yourself with your DSi camera to ghoulify your own image (DSi camera required, not included)
• Create a ghoul version of yourself with custom outfits, hairstyles and skin colors, complete with your very own freaky flaw to develop your very own sinister style

It's never easy being the new kid in class. You want to fit in. You want the others to like you. You want to make friends. You put your best foot forward on your first day — but it isn't long before you realize that Monster High is not your typical high school.

Unique gameplay

Become a ghoul and
attend Monster High

Perform scaretastic assignments

Synopsis

In Monster High Ghoul Spirit, being the new ghoul at school is cool. Become a ghoul and perform creeptastic tasks, build a killer reputation and vie for the prestigious title of Scream Queen. Explore the creeparific campus and mingle with the guys and ghouls of the student body. Create a monstrous look with scary-cute outfits, hairstyles and skin colors, complete with your very own freaky flaw and knock 'em dead with your sinister style. Complete scaretastic assignments such as a hair trim for Clawdeen or leading the spirit cheer. Strive to be an ogre achiever by going to class and earning ghastly grades. Put your freaky-fabulous reputation to the test as you compete for the title of Scream Queen at the Terror Under the Sea Dance. Enjoy unique gameplay each time, as the choices are yours — just like in real high school.

Key Features:

• Become a ghoul and attend Monster High to perform creeptastic tasks, build a freaky-fab reputation and vie for the prestigious title of Scream Queen
• Create a ghoul version of yourself with custom outfits, hairstyles and skin colors, complete with your very own freaky flaw to develop your very own sinister style
• Snap a photo of yourself with your DSi camera to ghoulify your own image (DSi camera required, not included)
• Perform scaretastic assignments such as a hair trim for Clawdeen or leading the spirit cheer
• Strive to be an ogre achiever by going to class to earn ghastly grades
• Experience a vibrant, social, open world where you can explore the Monster High campus and mingle with the students
• Enjoy unique gameplay each time, as the choices are yours — just like real high school

Do you want to be the new ghoul at Monster High?

Cars 2: The Video Game

Cars 2: The Video Game Review

Cars 2: The Video Game Feature

• Cars 2: The Video Game introduces the international training center - CHROME (Command Headquarters for Recon Operations and Motorized Espionage) that expands upon the film storyline
• Choose from more than 20 different characters, such as Mater, Lightning McQueen and the newly introduced Finn McMissile and Holley Shiftwell, and train to become world class spies
• Participate in simulated hazardous missions using high-tech gadgets to evade and impede adversaries
• Perform maneuvers only Cars characters can do, such as backwards driving, air tricks, sidestepping to avoid obstacles, two wheel driving and more
• Connect with World of Cars Online, a free-to-play browser-based virtual world based on the Cars universe, to gain rewards in the video game and then use them to unlock new items in the virtual world

Disney Pixar Cars 2 10684400 PC Games

MySims Kingdom

MySims Kingdom Review

MySims Kingdom Feature

• King Roland needs your help to revitalize his Kingdom
• Meet new MySims like King Roland, Princess Butter, and TOBOR. Then say hello to old friends with the return of Ginny, Buddy the Page, and the super-friendly Chef Gino to name a few.
• Traverse the vast and varied lands of the kingdom, each with its own unique theme. Visit the Kingdom’s Capital, explore Rocket Reef, hole up in Cowboy Junction, and more!
• In addition to houses, you can now build bridges, fences, and new contraptions such as windmills, water pumps, and more!
• Help King Roland defeat the plans of evil in a far flung corner of the Kingdom. Play 9 new minigames and do your best to show your worth!

Prepare to embark on a journey of discovery to explore and customize the MySims Kingdom.

MySims Kingdom sets you on a storytelling journey of discovery and exploration to help King Roland and his subjects revitalize the Kingdom. Throughout this epic quest you will hear new stories from old and new friends alike, discover fascinating new lands and build to the limit of your imagination. Your MySims Kingdom experience for the DS begins in The Capital, the land at the center of your storytelling After you have met King Roland you can venture off into the vast lands beyond. Newly-added building options will help you accomplish your tasks. And in true MySims fashion, everything is customizable, allowing every creation within your world to have a signature look. MySims Kingdom…embark on your own journey of discovery and exploration.

Key Game Features: Epic Storyline—King Roland needs your help to revitalize his kingdom. Can you join forces with the other MySims to bring it back to its former glory? New Faces and Familiar Friends—Meet new MySims like King Roland. Then say hello to old friends like Ginny and Buddy who have both made career changes that will delight you. Travel to New Lands—Traverse the vast and varied lands of the kingdom, each with its own unique theme. Discover all the unique things to do in each while you help its citizens. New Building Options—In addition to houses and furniture you can now build many more contraptions that will help you finish your epic quest for the King. A New Chapter to the MySims Kingdom Story– Help King Roland defeat the plans of evil in a far flung corner of the Kingdom. 9 new minigames to show your worth.

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MySims Kingdom sets you on a story-telling journey of discovery and exploration to help King Roland and his subjects revitalize the Kingdom. Throughout this epic quest to bring the MySims Kingdom back to its former glory, you will hear new stories from old and new friends alike, discover fascinating new lands and build to the limits of your imagination. Your MySims Kingdom experience for begins in The Capital, the land at the center of your story-telling. After you have met King Roland you can venture off into the vast lands beyond. Along the way new characters and new lands are revealed. Newly-added building options will help you accomplish your tasks. And in true MySims fashion, everything is customizable, allowing every creation within your world to have a signature look! MySims Kingdom...embark on your own journey of discovery & exploration!

Puzzler World

Puzzler World Review

Puzzler World Feature

• Games Include: Wordsearch, Fitword, Sudoku, Link-a-Pix, Crossword, Silhouette, Spot the Difference, Code word, Hangman, Equate, Jigsaw, Picture Quiz, Chain Letters, Missing Piece.
• Over 1,000 games and over 500 hours of playtime.
• Create up to three profiles to track your performance and monitor your best times.
• The "Stop & Save" feature allows you to continue challenging puzzles the next time you play.
• Play puzzles in two games modes: Quickplay to jump in and play any puzzle; Challenge Mode for unlocking new puzzles and hidden surprises.

Puzzler World is a collection of single player puzzle games for DS and DSi, designed to provide puzzle fans and fanatics with a nearly endless amount of handheld gaming fun. Delivering over 500 hours of play time spread across over 1,000 addictive games, Puzzler World features multiple play modes, allowing players to enjoy games the way they want, as well as save functionality that ensures that your game progress is never lost and that your trackable stats continually improve. Multiple modes of mind-bending challenges. View larger. 500+ Hours of Fun Bring your brain and take a trip to Puzzler World. Discover the endless fun of more than 1,000 mind-bending challenges. Enjoy your favorite puzzles games on the go, including Crossword, Sudoku, Wordsearch, and many more. This sequel to smash hit, Puzzler Collection now includes 5 additional bonus game types. Play any puzzle in two game modes: Quickplay for a fast fix, or Challenge Mode for unlocking bonus games such as Hangman, Equate, and Jigsaw. Puzzler World is both fun and challenging. Through it, you'll experience different degrees of difficulty and countless hours of entertainment. Key Game Features Over 1,000 games. Over 500 hours of playtime. Create up to three profiles to track your performance and monitor your best times. The "Stop & Save" feature allows you to continue challenging puzzles the next time you play. Play puzzles in two games modes: Quickplay to jump in and play any puzzle; Challenge Mode for unlocking new puzzles and hidden surprises. Games Include: Wordsearch, Fitword, Sudoku, Link-a-Pix, Crossword, Silhouette, Spot the Difference, Code word, Hangman, Equate, Jigsaw, Picture Quiz, Chain Letters, Missing Piece Additional Screenshots: 1000+ games included. View larger. Built-in save functionality. View larger. Up to 3 player profiles. View larger. All your favorite game types. View larger.

Puzzler World is the must have video game and travel companion wherever you go,rain or shine. With over 200 hours of gameplay the fun never ends.