e-Capcom has started preorders for an aluminum case decorated with the Umbrella logo, a Biohazard marker, and text which reads, "Potentially Infectious Waste." In addition to the aluminum case, a pair of keys, yellow-colored Biohazard caution tape, and two warning tags are included. Pricing in Japan is set at JPY3675 but due to the dimensional weight of the item, shipping costs will be lofty and the product is priced accordingly. The aluminum case measures (L) 214mm x (W) 359mm x (H) 191mm (8.42 x 14.13 x 7.51") and is segmented into three portions inside which can hold up to 20 DVDs or roughly 30 CDs. We're thinking of storing all of our Biohazard and Resident Evil games from the PS1, PS2, and Gamecube in there. Preorders are welcome to ship in mid June 2007.
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Monday, May 21, 2007
Biohazard Umbrella Aluminum Case
e-Capcom has started preorders for an aluminum case decorated with the Umbrella logo, a Biohazard marker, and text which reads, "Potentially Infectious Waste." In addition to the aluminum case, a pair of keys, yellow-colored Biohazard caution tape, and two warning tags are included. Pricing in Japan is set at JPY3675 but due to the dimensional weight of the item, shipping costs will be lofty and the product is priced accordingly. The aluminum case measures (L) 214mm x (W) 359mm x (H) 191mm (8.42 x 14.13 x 7.51") and is segmented into three portions inside which can hold up to 20 DVDs or roughly 30 CDs. We're thinking of storing all of our Biohazard and Resident Evil games from the PS1, PS2, and Gamecube in there. Preorders are welcome to ship in mid June 2007.
General Updates
| Mario and Luigi Cap Cushions Restocked All backorders for the Mario & Luigi cap cushions will ship today and new orders are welcome. Pricing remains at US$29 + shipping. |
| Mario Stamp Set One of our vendors was able to locate a batch of Mario Stamp Sets which were issued in 2006 by the Japanese Postal Service. We may receive them this week and we'll post an update once they're in stock. |
Japanese Import Outlook
| NDS | Hoshigami | AS Netwks |  |
| | Kekkaishi: Karasumori Ayakashi Kidan | Bandai | |
| Kurikin Nano Island Story | Nintendo | | |
| Osawari Tantei: Osawa Rina - Season 2 1/2 | Success | | |
| Puchi Puchi Virus * [Delayed to June TBA] | Keys | | |
| PSP | Bleach Heat the Soul 4 | Sony | |
Domestic Release Outlook
| NDS | Death Jr. & the Science Fair of Doom | AGF | |
| | Diner Dash | Eidos | |
| | Marvel Trading Card Game | Konami | |
| | Naruto Ninja Council 3 | Tomy | |
| | NY Times Crosswords | Majesco | |
| | Pirates of the Caribbean At World's End | Disney | |
| PS2 | Dawn of Mana | Square | |
| | Pirates of the Caribbean At World's End | Disney | |
| PS3 | Pirates of the Caribbean At World's End | Disney | |
| PSP | Brooktown High Senior Year | Konami | |
| | Diner Dash | Eidos | |
| | Legend of the Dragon | GFactory | |
| | Pirates of the Caribbean At World's End | Disney | |
| Wii | Pirates of the Caribbean At World's End | Disney | |
| X360 | Wartech: Senko no Ronde | Ubi Soft | |
| | Pirates of the Caribbean At World's End | Disney | |
Friday, May 18, 2007
Super Mario Bros 50cm Statue
In Japan and Asia, many households and businesses place a Maneki Neko or Fortune Cat near the window or door to bring good luck and prosperity. The fortune cat lifts up a paw in salutation while the other paw holds a koban or gold coin close to its belly.We look at the Mario 50cm (19.68") tall statue as the video game equivalent of Maneki Neko and it'll potentially bring good fortune into local arcades, video game shops, and amusement centers. The world's most famous plumber smiles and welcomes visitors into an establishment with a flourish.. We're of the opinion that a retail store which places one of the most successful video game characters near its front doors can only invite fortune into the establishment. Mario will also attract curiosity seekers who'll enter the shop to marvel at its girth. Think of it as feng-shui for the gaming industry.
As an aside, all of the stores that we've sold these types of Mario figures to are still in business and successful. That's not to say that Mario will save a flagging business or a shop that's competing against a newly opened Gamestop or EBGames next door... Most customer preorders have shipped as of yesterday and new orders are welcome to ship today.
General Updates
| PSP Bleach: Heat the Soul 4 Looking ahead to next week, the latest Bleach game for the Playstation Portable leads preorders. Apparently, the first batch of the game will include a bonus clear file folder with Bleach artwork on the front and back. We'll post up images of the bonus once the shipment arrives on Wednesday or Thursday of next week. Bleach: HTS 4 introduces the Soul Blaze System and retains the mission-based action found in previous Bleach HTS games. |
| TOY AquaRain All preorders for the Aqua Rain product will be filled next week. We'll post up additional photos and videos of the product once we get a chance to check it out thoroughly. |
| PC Ragnarok Online Poring Mouse A restock shipment of the Poring Mouse may be delivered to us at the end of May. The shipment is tentative because we've submitted an order for the new production of the mouse but Hori has not confirmed the allocation yet. If you are interested in receiving a notification if and when the mouse is available again, feel free to contact us with the header of "Poring Mouse." |
| NEWS Email Account Change As of June 01, please note that the email accounts of service@ncsxshop.com and nconsole@earthlink.net will no longer be active. Please continue to contact us at support@ncsxshop.com. |
Thursday, May 17, 2007
Custom Beat Battle Draglade
Four fighters with elemental alignments battle on 2D playgrounds with the aid of a driving beat. Conventional weapon strikes and special elemental attacks are available to each fighter but the wrinkle in Draglade is the Custom Beat System. Players create a combo routine on a track and then execute the steps involved to ignite rapid-fire attacks against an opponent. The routine's steps are displayed on a gauge located on the lower-right corner of the screen. As the beats are executed, your fighter performs a staccato of attacks, slashes, and perhaps a finishing blow to cap the routine. Four characters are featured in the game - a redheaded warrior named Hibito, the blue-haired Kairu, a hammer-wielding warrior named Daichi, and the flamboyant martial artist known as Guy. «more»
Odin Sphere
From the Publisher The story of the world's end, hinging on the bravery of those chosen by the Psyphers...
The nation of Valentine was once a grand kingdom with powerful magic. With the power of a magical relic known as the "Cauldron," King Valentine subdued the neighboring nations and brought them under his control. His kingdom enjoyed a long period of prosperity... but a sudden disaster destroyed it overnight. War broke out between the Fairy Kingdom of Ringford and the warrior nation of Ragnanival over ownership of the now-abandoned Cauldron, and control of the wasteland that was once Valentine. With the battle growing fiercer by the day, Demon Lord Odin, King of Ragnanival, sets forth a plan to conquer Ringford and claim the Cauldron once and for all.
Meanwhile, in the neutral realm of Titania, King Edmund had become a puppet king of his court sorcerer Urzur, who schemes to follow a forgotten prophecy and bring about the Armageddon; a prophecy stating that the world will be destroyed in five great disasters, but the survivors will become kings... As the nations struggle for control, the world steadily slips unknowingly toward its demise, and the prophecies become clear. «more»
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