Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater 3D Accessory Set - 3DS

   Reservations are welcome for Konami's accessory set which ships in time with the release of MGS Snake Eater 3D on the Nintendo 3DS, March 8, 2012. The items included are:

» Carrying pouch which can hold a Nintendo 3DS, two 3DS game cards, and a charger.
» Nintendo 3DS original cover which protects the unit from dirt, dust, and grimy fingerprints. The cover attaches to the top and bottom shells of the Nintendo 3DS for wrap-around coverage.
» Camouflage-colored military decoration sticker which covers the 3DS with a new army-inspired wrapper.
» Retractable touch pen which is attached to a strap for tethering purposes.

   Reservations are welcome to ship on March 8, 2012 at JPY2839 or US$58.90 from NCS.

Shining Blade Accessory Set - Import Preorder

    Sega's releasing an accessory set to dovetail with the debut of the Shining Blade game this Spring. The bundle includes:

 » PSP carrying pouch along with 8 heroine character designs which may be mounted on the pouch to tailor it to your taste. 
 » PSP decals to decorate the PSP's shell.
 » Set of three UMD storage cases

    Preorders are welcome to ship on March 15, 2012.

General Updates

Playstation Vita Cradles Restocked    Sony's Vita Cradle which allows the Playstation Vita to be propped upright (hands-free) for viewing movies and such has been restocked for new orders. The cradle also allows audio to be piped to external speakers. Pricing is set at US$28.90. Minna no Golf 6 and Power Smash 4 have also been restocked.

Tales of the Abyss Dramatic CD    A Japanese vendor had a surplus of a few hundred Tales of the Abyss Dramatic CD bonuses that were originally given away with the release of Tales of the Abyss for the Nintendo 3DS and we've imported a few for general sales. The CD contains three tracks of dramatic voice acting with performances by Chihiro Suzuki, Yukana, Yasunori Matsumoto, Takehito Koyasu, Halko Momoi, and Kazuki Yao.

PSP Super Robot Taisen OG Saga Masou Kishin II - New Import

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» Sixteen years after Super Robot Taisen Gaiden: Masou Kishin - The Lord of Elemental was released on the Super Famicom in 1996, Banpresto ships a spanking new sequel to the game which introduces new characters, mechs, and a scenario branching system which features multiple routes and endings to enjoy.

MAG Weekly Famitsu Vol. 1206 - New Import

NCS Product Synopsis
 «©NCSX» The January 26, 2012 issue of Weekly Famitsu includes coverage of the following games and events in the Japanese marketplace:

 » Famitsu recounts the top 100 games of 2011 with Mario Kart for the 3DS at the top of the heap followed by Super Mario Land 3D in second place.
 » Reviews for PSV Wipeout 2048 (8/8/7/8), PSP Heroes Phantasia (8/8/7/7), 3DS Labyrinth no Kanata (8/8/7/8), 3DS Rhythm Kaitou R: Koutei Napoleon no Isan (8/8/8/8), Runabout 3D: Drive: Impossible (5/6/5/6), Wii Kiki Trick (8/8/8/8), X360 Onechanbara Z: Kagura (7/7/7/7), X360 PowerUp Heroes (7/7/6/7).
 » Previews for PSV Gravity Daze, AC Gunslinger Stratos, 3DS Rhythm Kaitou R: Koutei Napoleon no Isan.
 » The centerfold of every copy of Famitsu 1206 is wedged with a 64-page booklet which contains the scores for all Platinum, Gold, and Silver rated games from 2011 including all of the Playstation Vita titles. 
 » Burgers from eateries including McDonald's, Lotteria, Wendy's, Mos Burger, and Freshness Burger are featured in this week's PICK UP FOOD.
 » Covergirl Ayame Gouriki appears in the Idol Studio feature of Famitsu.

NEWS General Updates

Martin Luther King Holiday    The Postal Service is observing the Martin Luther King holiday today but UPS and Fedex are operating normally. Please note that postal shipments and deliveries will resume tomorrow.

Playstation Network Cards    Japanese JPY3000 and JPY5000 Playstation Network tickets are sold out again but we'll restock again on Thursday of this week.

3DS Girls RPG: Cinderellife - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» A small town girl with stars in her eyes travels to the big city where she finds work as a hostess in the Neo-Ginza district at a club called 'The Castle.' Her job is to talk to customers and drink it up with patrons who wander into the hostess bar in which she plies her trade.

In addition to the cavalcade of nondescript salarymen who walk through the doors of the club, anime superstars also venture into the Castle including Tuxedo Mask, Lupin the 3rd, Fujiko, and more. By charming the customers, the hostess gains experience and earnings. Preorders are welcome to ship on March 8, 2012 at JPY5080 or US$80.90.

3DS Poyo Poyo Kansatsu Nikki - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» Step into the world of Poyo Poyo Kansatsu Nikki and take care of a circular-shaped cat named Poyo who lives with your other cats in a spartan but spacious domicile. In addition to the regular edition of the game, reservations are welcome for a limited edition which is packed with a Poyo plush that's suitably circular. Preorders for both versions are welcome to ship on April 15, 2012.