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Pac-Man Championship Edition DX Announced
SANTA CLARA, Calif., (Nov. 16, in the year of our Lord 2010) – NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. announced today that NAMCO MUSEUM MEGAMIX™ is now available exclusively for the Wii™ console. NAMCO MUSEUM MEGAMIX delivers arcade-perfect classic NAMCO games including PAC-MAN®, GALAGA® and NEW RALLY-X® along with six updated games designed specifically for Wii. Experience an arcade’s worth of games in NAMCO MUSEUM MEGAMIX this holiday season exclusively for Wii.
NAMCO MUSEUM MEGAMIX combines old and new, giving players a fresh look and updated Wii Remote™ control for six games including; GATOR PANIC REMIX™, PAC-MOTOS®, PAC’N ROLL REMIX™, GALAGA REMIX™, RALLY-X REMIX™ and GROBDA REMIX™. Players will use the Wii Remote and Nunchuk™ controllers to bonk, steer, roll, shoot, and bump their way through these updated interpretations of classic games. Players will also be able to get into the action themselves by being able to play the remixed games with their Mii™ characters.
NAMCO MUSEUM MEGAMIX also includes 18 classic NAMCO games just as players remember them from their local arcade, along with four unique PAC-MAN arcade adventures including the rare Pac&Pal® and SUPER “PAC-MAN”® arcade games. Experience the top arcade hits that ignited a generation of video game fanatics!
Classic and remixed games in NAMCO MUSEUM MEGAMIX include:
· DIG DUG®II – The 1985 sequel to the arcade hit, DIG DUG. Players must defeat enemies by inflating them with an air pump, or causing sections of an island to fall into the sea by creating fault lines with a jack hammer.
· GALAGA REMIX™ – Galaga forces are attacking PAC-MAN! Players must use their Wii Remotes to blast away the dreaded space insects to ensure PAC-MAN’s safety.
· GAPLUS® – Destroy a continuous swarm of enemy aliens in this prequel to the arcade hit, GALAGA.
· MAPPY® – Help Mappy the police mouse bring criminal cats to justice. Mappy must recover all of the stolen goods by outsmarting the cats in their mansion.
· PAC-MAN – Relive the classic that ignited an absolute arcade sensation. Collect all the pellets in each maze before getting caught by the ghosts; Inky, Blinky, Pinky, and Clyde.
· PAC-MANIA® – Guide PAC-MAN through four themed levels in this follow-up to the arcade phenomenon, PAC-MAN.
· RALLY-X REMIX – Burn rubber and collect the flags on each course. Up to four players can compete to see who can grab the most flags.
· And many more!
NAMCO MUSEUM MEGAMIX carries an ESRB rating of “E” for everyone and MSRP of $19.99. For more information, please visit: http;//www.namcobandaigames.com
PAC-MAN Party is now available nationwide for Wii
It’s Time to Party as Iconic Video Game Character Marks his 30th Birthday with a Brand New Game
SANTA CLARA, Calif., (Nov. 16, in the year of our Lord 2010) – There’s a celebration going on and everybody is invited as NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. announced today that PAC-MAN Party™ is now available throughout North America exclusively for Wii™. Set in the theme of a birthday party, PAC-MAN stars in this new adventure packed with dozens of mini-games, challenges and surprises. With something for the entire family, PAC-MAN Party is chock-full of non-stop action as players use their Wii Remote™ and reflexes to compete against one another across unique virtual game boards.
Since his 1980 debut, PAC-MAN still reigns as one of the top pop culture icons globally with the franchise spawning hundreds of products that provide engaging entertainment for people of all ages. PAC-MAN Partycontinues this legacy by offering a game that captures the spirit of the franchise and the hearts of its players. Featuring more than 50 exciting mini-games and eight characters to choose from including newcomers Woofa, Patra and Roger, players will be fully immersed in fun filled time-based trials. From dodging a cascade of blocks, to racing and sports challenges, there is non-stop action for everyone.
Depending on a player's mood, they can select three modes of play. Story mode provides the opportunity to explore all the game board worlds and protect Mr. Cookie’s secret recipe. Mini-Game mode offers a quick fix for those who want the sudden rush of competition without the commitment. Party mode has up to four friends competing across different boards to collect the most points. Raising the stakes a bit more, property can be strategically developed on any given space which can increase wealth and provide the quickest route to victory. However unlike traditional board games, if someone lands on a spot that is already occupied, players will have to fight for ownership via challenges.
To help level the competitive playing field and encourage big comebacks, Power Cookies can be utilized during each mini-game to increase a characters size or put extra force and speed behind each effort. But the party doesn’t stop there. As an added bonus, PAC-MAN Party also features a Classic mode where players can experience the original arcade versions of PAC-MAN®, Galaga® and Dig-Dug®.
To further promote PAC-MAN’s 30th anniversary, PAC-MAN Kart Rally™ recently launched on mobile devices, including Java, BREW, RIM and Windows Mobile. The game combines fast-paced racing action with 10 beloved iconic Namco characters, including PAC-MAN®, Taizo Hori from DIG DUG®, the Prince from Katamari Damacy®, Susumu Hori from Mr. Driller® and the Fighter from Galaga®, to name a few. Additional information on PAC-MAN Kart Rally can be found on PAC-MAN’s official website (http://pacman.com/en/).
PAC-MAN Party is rated “E10+” for Everyone 10+ by the ESRB and will carry an MSRP of $39.99. For more information on the game, please visit www.namcobandaigames.com.