PSP Senjou no Valkyria 3 Accessory Pack - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» Preorders are welcome for Hori's upcoming Senjou no Valkyria 3 Accessory Pack which is being released along with the Valkyria game on January 26, 2010. Despite opening up preorders for the accessory pack, Hori was wise enough to not include any photos with the preorder solicitation. That's the "keep 'em guessing" strategy which usually leads to huge sales. Four items are included in the accessory pack as follows:

» PSP storage pouch which sort of protects the PSP from drops
» PSP flippable cover which latches onto the front of the PSP-3000
» A Senjou no Valkyria 3 strap
» Set of decals which may be affixed on the pouch, cover, or whatever

   Preorders are welcome starting today; photos will be updated asap.

Wii Mom-Chan Diet Wii Figurerobics - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» Jung Da-Yeon is a 44-year old mother of two who's known as "Momjjang Ajumma" in Korea. That means "Mom with a hot body," or something like that. Jung's books on diet and fitness have sold 430,000 copies in Japan so far and her popularity has warranted the production of a Wii game.
   The upcoming Mom-Chan Diet Wii Figurerobics from IE Institute collects Jung Da-yeon's diet advice, the exercise regimen that she follows to maintain her stunning figure, and a number of modes such as "Warm Up" and "Cool Down." CG animated examples of various exercises are shown which users mimic to get their bodies into fighting shape. Preorders are welcome to ship on Decmber 23, 2010 at JPY3800 or US$49.90 from NCS.

NEWS General Updates

Gallia Secret Document File 422    NCS neglected to mention yesterday that 50% of preorders for PSP Senjou no Valkyria 3 will ship with a Gallia Secret Document File 422 bonus which includes a booklet and a disc. If we're able to purchase surplus inventory of the bonus like last time, we'll ship the bonus with everyone's preorder.

Call of Duty: Black Ops Review Scores    The game was positively received by the professional reviewers this morning with Game Informer giving the game a 9.0 and IGN granting an 8.5. 1-Up gave it an "A-" but a blogger-whatever on Gamespot gave it a 3.5.

Cook in 8-bit    Ever wonder what kind of meal Koopa is? Yoshi's tongue is probably a delicacy after it's been sliced to paper width and flecked with truffle oil. How about Chocobo? Probably tastes like chicken. Right? Right?! If these questions have ever crossed your mind, take a gander at Jude Buffum's limited edition giclee prints which depict video game characters as... meat.

MAG Arcadia Vol. 127 - December 2010 - New Import

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» The December 2010 issue of Arcadia Magazine includes coverage of the following coin-ops and arcade industry news in Japan:

» BlazBlue Continuum Shift II character profiles and game info
» Lord of Vermillion II Ultimate Version creator interview
» Tekken Tag Tournament 2 creator interview
» Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme VS campaign info and "lessons."
» Border Break stats and mission briefing for the first stage.
» Shining Force Cross: Raid preview
» Reflec Beat preview which includes an interview with DJ Yoshitaka
» Interview with Taito's house band, "Zuntata."
» Every copy of the magazine includes a "Darius Burst Another Chronicle" CD which includes three music tracks which are performed by Zuntata.
» This month's Neo Geo Fan Club section includes a fan-submitted piece of work titled, "The Moon" and another inspired by Twinkle Star Sprites.
» Recap of the Super Battle Opera 8th Arcadia Cup Tournament.

MAG Weekly Famitsu Vol. 1144 - New Import, In Stock

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» The November 18, 2010 issue of Weekly Famitsu includes coverage of the following games and events in the Japanese marketplace:

» PSP Monster Hunter Portable 3rd continuing preview coverage which includes information on locales, monsters, and the Airu.
» Famitsu ranks NDS Crafting Mama (8/8/6/7), PSP Tactics Ogre: Wheel of Fate (9/9/9/9), PSP God of War: Koutan no Kokuin (10/9/9/9), PS3/360 Mafia II (7/7/8/7), PS3/360 Dragon Ball: Raging Blast 2 (8/8/7/7).
» The Arcade Game Ch. section of the magazine takes a look at Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme VS and a new rhythm game from Konami titled "Reflec Beat" which is also featured in the December Arcadia magazine.
» A feature on the "Best" re-releases of 2010 including PSP Dissidia Final Fantasy, PS3 Bayonetta, Wii Okami, and Wii Biohazard 4 Wii Edition.
» Prepackaged snacks like "Rainbow Pocky," "Choco Flake," "Almond Chocolate White," and "Macadamia Meltykiss" are in PICK UP FOOD.
» Famitsu examines the 3D revolution and the technologies and methods behind presenting 3D images.

PS3 Castlevania LoS PS3 Console Value Pack - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» The recent reboot of the Castlevania series was well-received. In the game, protagonist Gabriel Belmont wages war against legions of werewolves and vampires. There's drama, antics, and action... sort of like that Underworld movie featuring Kate Beckinsale. The North American version of Castlevania was released last month but the Japanese aren't getting it until next month. Think of it as the continuing ascension of North America's game market versus the erosion of the Japanese market.

   In addition to the Castlevania LoS game by its lonesome, Sony and Konami are planning a special PS3 Value Pack which includes a Charcoal Black 160GB PS3 console, a copy of the Castlevania LoS game, and a copy of Metal Gear Solid 4 Guns of the Patriots. Why MGS4? Well, it's probably because Konami has a ton of MGS4 inventory that isn't going anywhere. An Metal Gear "Reward Ticket (20,000 points)" is also included for added value. Preorders are the bundle are welcome to ship on December 16, 2010.

PSP Senjou no Valkyria 3 - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» Kurt Irving is a member of a special Gallian Army unit known as the "Nameless." Their job is executing covert operations and doing dirty deeds. Kurt's not that into his new position but he bides his time with the goal of returning to his battalion. During the course of his time with the Nameless, he meets a girl named Imuka who changes the course of his life... Preorders are welcome to ship on January 27, 2011

TRC Juicy Honey Premium Edition 2010 - Import Preorder

NCS Preorder Synopsis
«©NCSX» Preorders are welcome for the Juicy Honey Premium Edition 2010 collection of cards which feature the following JAV idols:

» Yuu Asakura - a relative newcomer to the JAV scene with 42 movies
» Nana Ogura - Another newcomer who joined the business this summer
» Tsubasa Amami - Big-eyed cutey-pie with nine movies under her belt

   A total of 54 regular cards are featured in the set but there's another 3080 cards that are categorized into "Jersey," "Autograph," and "SP" cards. Furthermore, a total of 4649 cards that are "Photo," "Premium Autograph," "Pinky Spot," "Autograph Photo," "Nipple Stamp," "Cheki," "Message," and the highly valuable "DNA" cards. Due to the thousands of cards in Juicy Honey Premium Edition 2010, it would cost a fortune to "collect 'em all" so we think we'll just stick to keeping a big factory case of 10 boxes for ourselves this year.

   Every factory sealed case of 10 will include a bonus in the form of a pair of panties that was worn by one of the girls that's packaged in an ornate plastic container. A cheki (photo) card is also included inside the box of panties. 

   Similar to the Premium Editions sold in previous years, each factory sealed "box" contains three inner boxes and is priced at JPY12,600 or US$159.90 from NCS. Preorders are welcome to ship on or around December 25, 2010 at JPY12600 or US$159.90 from NCS.