Famicom System Rack

If you're the fortunate owner of a working 8-bit Famicom console and a functional Famicom Disk System, there's a way to bolt both pieces of hardware into one cohesive unit. Sort of. Feast your eyes on the Famicom System Rack which is four pieces of red metal that literally rack and lock the Famicom and Famicom Disk together. Once properly fitted, both pieces of hardware become a single Famicom monstrosity that's heavy and somewhat odd looking. We only found one of these in storage and the packaging is pretty beat up. There's also some label residue on the lower right corner of the front side of the box which looks bad but the item is new. «photo gallery»

General Updates

Independence Day
NCS will observe the July 4th holiday tomorrow but normal trading will resume on Thursday of this week. Despite the holiday, please note that this week's new import shipments should probably arrive on Thursday.

USA Wii Console
The USA version of the Wii console is still at US$350 from distributors. They're readily available... at that price. We'll update when the price drops.

Transformers Limited Edition Necklace

Japanese manufacturer Beagle has started preorders for a pair of limited edition necklaces to celebrate the live action Transformers movie which bows across the USA this week. Two designs are on offer: A Destron Army Necklace (left side of photo) and a Cybertron Army Necklace (right side of photo) which depict the recognizable symbols of both robot camps. Each necklace is limited to only 50 units each and pricing is set at JPY18,000 (US$185). Preorders are welcome to ship in mid-late August 2007.

Transformers Limited Edition Ring

When a student graduates from high school, she might purchase a class ring to commemorate the occasion. After a Transformers fanatic watches the new Transformers live-action movie, he might get so excited that he'll shell out nearly US$200 for a Transformers Ring. Depending on personal allegiance, buyers may purchase a Destron Army Ring or a Cybertron Army Ring in three available sizes. Each ring is limited to only 50 units each and preorders are welcome to ship in mid-late August 2007.

Transformers G-Shock Wristwatch LE

Casio's G-Shock watches are pretty tough and durable. Sort of like the popular Transformers robots that morph into vehicles. Japanese manufacturer and licensee Beagle mixes the G-Shock with Transformers and comes up with two watches featuring Convoy of the Cybertrons and Megatron of the Destrons. Each wristwatch is limited to only 1000 units each and pricing is set at JPY15000 or US$155 from NCS. Preorders are welcome to ship in mid-late September 2007.

Transformers Limited Edition Messenger Bag

You don't have to be a messenger to appreciate the reversible Transformers Messenger Bag from Beagle. Big and roomy with a handy flap to keep its contents of flying out, the Transformers Bag would be desirable for shoppers, campers, and maybe even survivalists. A shoulder strap allows the bag to be slung to one's side and two latches on the flap close with a snap. Since the bag is reversible, stencil artwork of either Destron or Cybertron symbols is etched onto the front of both sides of the flap. Note that only 100 pieces are being produced. Pricing is set at JPY18000 or US$185 from NCS. Preorders are welcome to ship in mid-late August 2007.

Transformers Limited Edition Sunglasses

Summer is the perfect season for shades and plastic vanilla varieties will set you back about $5.39 at any sidewalk vendor. However, if you're looking for something unique - perhaps glasses with Transformers logos stenciled onto the temples, you're in luck. Limited Edition sunglasses featuring tastefully small Destron or Cybertron symbols are on the way and each style is limited to only 100 units. Preorders are welcome to ship in mid-late August 2007 at JPY12000 or US$125 each.

King of Fighters XI [SNK Best]

Invitations in white envelopes sealed with a crimson imprint are sent out once again, calling upon the world's mightiest fighters to join the eleventh King of Fighters tournament. Familiar faces such as KOF stalwarts Kyo Kusanagi and Iori Yagami are joined by nine fighters such as Mai Shiranui, Tung Fu Rue, and Magaki that are new to the PS2 version of KOF XI. PS2 exclusive game modes include Endless Mode and Challenge Mode which features 40 mini fighting games. A Gallery Mode brims with full-color artwork and sketches while gamers in search of a challenge may hook up with other fighters in the Network Match Mode. Two new systems are introduced in KOF XI - the first is the Judgment System which decides the winner not by the amount of HP remaining but by the quality of your attacks and combinations. The second new system is the use of Skill Stocks which deplete when evasive moves are pulled off.
Upon starting the game, 33 fighters are shown in the character selection screen which are grouped in four batches of six along with a batch of nine in the middle of the screen. After selecting three fighters and designating team leader and order of battle, a match starts. Movement may be directed with either the D-pad or L-analog stick. «more»