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November 2010

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CONTENTS

FEATURES 07 EMEDIA Introducing eMedia, playing music made easy

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09 IFROGZ Announcing our new partnership with iFrogz, the manufacturer of brand-driven iPod™ and digital audio accessories

19 EJAY

Managing Editor Danielle Govier Design Karl Kisala Sophie Hammond Production Support John Dunn Matt Andrews Peter Cox Gaming Feature Kristan Reed Publisher Gem Creative

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Seriously addictive eJay is back, the creator of the musical arrangement software and games

20 KINECT Ushering in a whole new era of controller-free motion-tracked gaming

ALSO THIS MONTH 11 KASPERSKY Kaspersky PURE, the ultimate protection for digital life

12 LOGITECH Enhanced experiences with innovative products from Logitech

17 BITDEFENDER Rewarding our partners with the BitDefender Partner Program

26 NINTENDO A look at Nintendo’s Star Christmas line-up

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You are the controller with Kinect for Xbox 360

24 GAMES FOCUS At look at the months up and coming releases

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Kinect for Xbox 360 Your are the controller. Bringing games and entertainment to life in extraordinary new ways, Kinect for Xbox 360 is a slim, black device that plugs directly into any Xbox 360 console and makes you the controller. Giving users the freedom to play the way they want, and encouraging everyone to get off the couch and cheer together, no matter what age they are. Kinect works with Xbox LIVE to transform the user’s living room, allowing them to interact with their favourite movies, music and TV shows with the wave of a hand or the sound of their voice; giving users the freedom to command a 1080p HD movie to start by simply saying “Xbox play”, or browse their music collection with a wave of a hand. Kinect will also recognise each user, so they can easily sign into their profile by simply stepping in front of the sensor. Kinect can track up to 20 joints per active player, and also recognises faces and voices via the on-board camera, audio sensors and motion-sensing technology, turning the user into the controller of social entertainment available only on Xbox 360. Video Kinect also allows friends and family to interact in new ways, giving users the opportunity to open a window into living rooms around the world for seamless video chat.

Available 10th November. Webcode LPF-00005 SRP £129.99

For more information on Kinect and Kinect titles available from Gem, contact your account manager on 01279 822822 or go online at www.gem.co.uk/xboxmicrosite/kinect

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EMEDIA

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eMedia Playing music made easy

In a recent partnership Gem will now be distributing eMedia. eMedia Music Corporation is a software developer dedicated to producing high-quality, multimedia music instruction software. Formed in 1994, eMedia is the World’s leading publisher of educational music software and DVDs. eMedia’s excellence has been recognised with several prestigious awards and critically acclaimed by sources such as Newsweek, Guitar One magazine and PC Magazine. eMedia have also won best music software from the renowned Music and Sound Retailer Magazine an unprecedented 5 years in a row. eMedia is dedicated to producing and distributing innovative software with broad appeal to an international audience. eMedia’s products are currently distributed throughout North America and countries on every continent around the globe. Top Reasons To Stock • High-quality software • Critically acclaimed • World’s leading publisher of educational music software and DVDs • Music software makes a great gift for the holidays

Here The Future takes a look at some of the products available from eMedia

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eMedia Guitar Method V5

eMedia Piano and Keyboard Method V3

eMedia Guitar for Dummies

eMedia Piano for Dummies

eMedia Guitar Method version 5 offers the most comfortable and easy-to-use interface of all, with lessons and instructional videos that expand to full-screen and special enhancements throughout. Learn conveniently at home with over 180 comprehensive lessons covering everything from the basics through chord strumming, rock styles, playing melodies, and ﬁngerpicking; including over 70 hits from artists such as Bob Dylan and Steve Miller.

Distinguished Juilliard School of Music instructor, Irma Irene Justicia, M.A. teaches with over 300 step-by-step full-screen lessons and more than 70 video demonstrations. New Instant Feedback works with both electronic keyboards and acoustic pianos as it listens through the computer’s microphone or MIDI interface as the user plays melodies and shows whether the song is being played correctly. With a MIDI keyboard, users also get a detailed evaluation with speciﬁc feedback on playing mistakes.

The eMedia Guitar for Dummies CD-ROM makes learning quick and easy with over 80 step-by-step lessons. Songs and exercises are accompanied by full-motion videos, live recorded audio and variable-speed MIDI tracks. The easy-to-follow lessons range from basics, like stringing the guitar, to playing chords and strumming techniques. Professional guitar instructor Kevin Garry, Ph.D., guides the user with video demonstrations of techniques. Also includes is the Automatic Tuner, Metronome, Chord Dictionary and Recorder. The excellent teaching and valuable accessories will have users playing the guitar in no time.

The eMedia Piano for Dummies CD-ROM offers everything you need to learn how to play. Learn from over 150 step-by-step lessons with full-motion video demonstrations. Learn to read music notation with the help of the Animated Keyboard. Songs include recorded audio, variable-speed MIDI keyboard tracks and colourful MIDI accompaniments. When used with an electronic MIDI keyboard, users can get speciﬁc feedback on playing mistakes. Also includes the Digital Metronome and Recorder.

This software also includes powerful, new interactive feedback on melodies and a full complement of helpful tools that take advantage of this new feature, such as the new Note Tracker and Finger Tracker, which shows the user what they are playing in staff notation and also on an animated fretboard.

Learn to read music and play over 100 popular songs as the Animated Keyboard guides the user through the ﬁngerings. Includes hit songs from Billy Joel and Elton John. Also included is the Metronome, Recorder and Progress Tracking, providing everything users need to learn to play!

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IFROGZ

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To guard against impact damage, the Envoy cases for iPads are designed from faux-leather with reinforced side-stitching and heat-embossed logo. A pull-out tab also allows for easy iPad™ removal, and doubles as a Velcro closure strap.

This month Gem are pleased to announce their recent partnership with iFrogz, manufacturer of brand-driven iPod™ and digital audio accessories.

Available in snow, fuchsia and black SRP £26.69

Founded in 2006, iFrogz is committed to creating innovative products that are hip, handy, trendy and tough. Earning a myriad of awards and accolades, iFrogz is in the prime position for perpetual progress and potential, standing out as a brand with ingenuity and panache. Based in the Cache Valley of Northern Utah, the iFrogz headquarters ships to thousands of customers in the United Stated and internationally. In order to facilitate their international orders they also have ofﬁces in Hong Kong, Singapore, Canada and France. iFrogz also prides itself on exceeding customers’ expectation by emphasising custom manufacturing, and facilitating large-scale orders from the world’s largest retailers, shipping millions of products annually. The iFrogz Range Here the Future takes a look at some of the products available from the extensive iFrogz range.

ThrowBax With extra-large speaker drivers, Throwbax delivers super-deep bass, smooth undistorted highs and crystal clear vocals. Lightweight and ergonomically designed, Throwbax also features rotational cups to ﬁt the users head and are compatible with iPhone™, iPod™, BlackBerry® and any other media device with a 3.5mm jack. Available in pink, red and metal blue SRP £26.69

Luxe Original

Plugz

Created from injection-moulded super-durable polycarbonate, the Luxe range of iPad and iTouch cases is a two component, snap-on case with velvet insert and metallic ﬁnish. Guarding against impact damage, the case also shields from dust and scratches whilst allowing access to all ports and sensors. The design of the Luxe cases also allows for the users iPad or iTouch to be removed easily from pockets and bags.

Delivering super-deep bass and smooth undistorted highs, the Plugz headphones offer crystal clear vocals and come with three tip sizes to fit the users ear canal. Compatible with iPhone™, iPod™, BlackBerry® and any other media device with a 3.5mm jack, Plugz lets users enjoy their music whilst reduce any unwanted noise and fill their eardrums with mellifluous tones.

iPad – Available in red/black, blue/black and black SRP £34.99 iTouch – Available in smoke and clear SRP £17.79

Available in yellow, white, silver/black, red/black, pink/black and blue/black SRP £12.99

CS40 Softgloss Fashioned from pliable, impact-resistant TPU, the softgloss range of iPad and iPod cases feature a radial, etched pattern with glossy ﬁnish that highlights the Apple™ logo and guards against impact damage. Protecting the surface from dust and scratches the softgloss cases also allows access to all ports, inputs and sensors. iPad – available in pink, blue and clear SRP £26.69 iPod 5G Nano – Available in smoke and clear SRP £11.49

Made with 40mm speaker driver, CS40’s deliver super-deep bass, smooth, undistorted highs, and clear vocals. Ergonomically designed, CS40’s are lightweight and extremely comfortable and can also be folded up for convenient travel use. Designed with iFrogz famously comfortable AeroFoam ear cushion, CS40’s are compatible with iPhone™, iPod™, BlackBerry® and any other media device with a 3.5mm jack. Available in white SRP £34.99

For more information on the full range of iFrogz products available from Gem go online at www.gem.co.uk or contact your Gem account manager on 01279 822822. TEL 01279 822822 FAX 01279 412604 WEB WWW.GEM.CO.UK

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This month Gem takes a look at some of the latest gaming, speaker and mice products available from Logitech. Gaming Mouse G700 With 13 programmable controls, the Logitech Gaming Mouse G700 lets users perform either single actions or intricate macros with multiple keystrokes, user-defined delays and repeating. Full speed wireless gives the user gaming-grade responsiveness and wireless freedom, with no dropouts; while a wired option is also available if required. Featuring a natural shape that fits the users’ hand, the Gaming Mouse G700 lets the user play comfortably and manoeuvre effortlessly for as long as they want. Individually sculpted buttons have also been carefully designed and placed to be easily identifiable by touch, so they’re right there when the user needs them but out of the way when they don’t. Laptop ready, the Gaming Mouse G700 features a Nano-receiver that can stay plugged into a USB port or stored inside the mouse. SRP £89.99 Webcode 910-001759

Wireless Headset F540 The Logitech Wireless Headset F540 lets the user play their PS3 and Xbox 360 games as late as they like without disturbing others. Get stereo game audio and in-game voice chat from a single headset. With 2.4 GHz digital wireless connectivity, the Wireless Headset F540 delivers gaming-grade performance up to 33 feet from their console, letting users really get into the game. Painless recharging also allows for the user to recharge their headset using the universal micro-USB cable; even whilst they are still playing. The adjustable headband also lets the user ﬁnd the perfect ﬁt and fend off fatigue during the most epic gaming sessions. While the noise-cancelling microphone reduces any annoying background noise for clear, intelligible voice commands. A standard 3.5mm stereo jack and RCA audio input also allows the Wireless Headset F540 to be connect to just about any audio source.

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Gamepad F310

Rumble Gamepad F510

Wireless Gamepad F710

Bringing console-style control to PC gaming, the Logitech Gamepad F310 lets users meet any challenge no matter what game they are playing. For games without any gamepad support, the Gamepad F310 allows users to customise their own experience thanks to fully programmable controls that can emulate keyboard and mouse inputs. The D-pad also rests on four switches, rather than a single pivot point, which makes it responsive to quick changes in direction. With six feet of cable and a comfort grip, players can lean back and play comfortably for longer with less effort.

From old titles to today’s biggest titles, the Logitech Rumble Gamepad F510 is easy to set up and use with all the users’ favourite games. With dual vibration feedback motors users can feel every hit, crash and explosion in games that support vibration feedback, allowing the user to experience their favourite titles in more depth. The familiar shape and button layout of the Rumble Gamepad F510 also allows the user to get into the game faster without having to relearn new gamepad settings.

With fast data transmission and virtually no delays, dropouts or interference the Logitech Wireless Gamepad F710 gives players the freedom to move and really get into the game. While the small and unobtrusive cordless, USB Nano–receiver lets users plug it into a USB port and forget about it. A familiar shape and button layout also allows players to get into the game fast without the hassle of having to learn new gamepad settings, and the dual vibration feedback motors let users feel every hit, crash and explosion in the game.

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Wireless Trackball M570 Easy to move and clean the Logitech Wireless Trackball M570 offers users a different kind of comfort thanks to the sculpted shape of the trackball which stays in one place and supports the users hand to let them work all day in comfort. The Wireless Trackball M570 also features an adjustable laser sensor, giving users a wider range of cursor speeds – and the perfect amount on control. With Logitech Advanced 2.4GHz wireless users have the reliability of a cord with cordless convenience and freedom – fast data transmission and virtually no delays or dropouts from up to 30 feet away from their PC or laptop. Eliminating the hassle of changing batteries, the Wireless Trackball M570 features an 18-month battery life and an on/off button that saves power, while an indicator light helps the user to avoid any surprises.

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Laptop Speaker Z305

Wireless Speaker Z515

Get room-ﬁlling, 360-degree sound with the Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305. The simple, clip-on design of the speaker attaches securely to most laptops and netbooks, so users can easily use it anywhere they use their computer. Connected via USB this delivers power and pure digital audio from a single cord, eliminating the need for software or an external power supply. When not in use the USB cable tucks neatly into the back of the speaker, giving a look that’s sleek and clutter-free. A standard 3.5mm stereo jack also opens up the music possibilities of the Laptop Speaker Z305 to just about any portable music player or computer.

The Logitech Wireless Speaker Z515 gives users rich, full stereo sound from their laptop, iPad or iPhone with no strings attached, and with a range of up to 50 feet the user can listen to their music wherever they want. Users can also listen for longer without surprises thanks to the 10-hour rechargeable battery and battery-life indicator light. A standard 3.5mm stereo jack also enables the Wireless Speaker Z515 to be used with just about any portable music player or computer. Compact and portable the Wireless Speaker Z515 doesn’t take up much room on a desk, bookshelf or laptop bag and can be easily transported in the convenient soft travel case that ﬁts both the speaker and power supply pack neatly.

SRP £49.99 Webcode 984-000159

Surround Sound Speaker Z506 With 75 watts (RMS) of room-ﬁlling sound and a powerful subwoofer, the Logitech Surround Sound Speaker Z506 will bring music, movies and games to life. Offering users an immersive surround sound experience even from a twochannel sources, users can connect the Surround Sound Speaker Z506 to their PC, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, iPod, DVD player and more, giving users ultimate freedom. Dedicated bass control also lets the user take control, adding as much or little boom as they want to their movies, music or games. SRP £79.99 Webcode 980-000432

SRP £89.99 Webcode 980-000428 For more information on Logitech products available from Gem contact your Gem account manager on 01279 822822 or go online at www.gem.co.uk/logitech

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D-LINK

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Building Networks for People This month, Gem is delighted to announce their new partnership with D-Link the award-winning designer, developer and manufacturer of networking solutions committed to innovation, technology excellence and quality production. Established in 1986, D-Link provides connectivity for wireless, broadband, security and data communications offering the ultimate in digital home entertainment, small ofﬁce/home ofﬁce, Small to medium business, and workgroup to enterprise environments. D-Link’s products are distributed and used worldwide having penetrated all major markets geographically, using a diverse distribution channel structure combined with an advanced product mix and localised tailor-made product strategies. Built on a fundamental core competency, D-Link is well founded in the concept of communications. With a strong foundation and expertise in networking solutions, D-Link is transforming and continually expanding the scope of technology expertise and leadership to develop cutting-edge communications solutions. D-Link products available from 5th November

Coming this Christmas The Boxee Box by D-Link Play and organise your digital stuff Just tell The Boxee Box where your personal media collection is stored and it will create a beautiful media library for you with relevant artwork and information. Since it plays all popular video, music and photo formats (up to 1080p full HD) you can hit play with conﬁdence. Over 400 Apps, and growing Check out all the sites you already visit daily in an interface that’s designed for your 50-inch HDTV. BBC, MTV , YouTube, Facebook, Flickr, and more, now made for your TV. New apps are added each week through Boxee’s open platform so you always have access to the latest content Tailored to your sofa Boxee’s unique software was designed with your sofa in mind – big text, easyto-understand icons, and a beautiful interface make using the QWERTY remote even easier than your TV remote. You’ll never put up with an on-screen keyboard again. See what your friends are watching Use The Boxee Box’s integrated social features to get recommendations from your friends on Facebook and Twitter. Find something you love? Share it directly with your friends across the Web from your TV.

For more information on D-Link products available from Gem contact your Gem account manager on 01279 822822 or go online at www.gem.co.uk TEL 01279 822822 FAX 01279 412604 WEB WWW.GEM.CO.UK

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BITDEFENDER

BitDefender Partner Program Rewarding our Partners BitDefender are driven by a dedication to building strong and lasting business relations, helping partners to drive sales and rewarding them for growth. An awardwinning pedigree in developing high performance software is combined with recognising that an expanding range of tools, resources, support and revenue available to partners is crucial to success.

• Afﬁliate Scheme with revenue share on trial conversions • Partner Welcome Pack including sales guides and materials • Options for FSDU’s, CDU’s and other in-store marketing materials • Regular sales promotions and discounts • Dedicated 3 User OEM licencing – designed to help system builders

The BitDefender Partner Program is a resource centre for centralised information, tools and resources to help partners get the edge on the competition All of this is designed to help partners get on the fast track in a competitive marketplace and get the long term support they deserve for their commitment to BitDefender. The BitDefender Partner Program is a resource centre for centralised information, tools and resources to help partners get the edge on the competition. The program is designed for channel requirements, and benefits are tailored to meet specific partner needs. Here, Future takes a look at the unique partner approach taken by BitDefender that goes beyond simply listing program services and features: • Platinum Partner Certification • A dedicated UK Account Manager • Renewal revenue share for every licence you sell that renews • UK based technical support for you and your customers • Sales and technical training

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For more information regarding BitDefender products contact your Gem account manger on 01279 822822 or go online at www.gem.co.uk. For further information in regards to the BitDefender Partner Program please email sales@bitdefender.co.uk

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EJAY

Seriously addictive eJay is back and available from Gem In a recent partnership, Gem are pleased to announce that they will once again be distributing eJay, the creator of the musical arrangement software and games. The ﬁrst edition Dance eJay was released in 1997, supporting eight tracks of audio and permitted the arrangement of sound bites by a drag-and-drop interface. Since the original Dance eJay, there have been many releases catering to different music genres and users, including techno and hip-hop, offering something for everyone. Reasons to stock • Easy to use and accessible to all ages • Vast array of sounds and effects available • Directly upload ﬁles and tracks to Facebook, YouTube, MySpace and Twitter • Great Christmas presents • Lots more eJay products coming soon!

eJay Dance 6 reloaded

eJay Hip Hop 5 reloaded

eJay Video & Music Exchange

Inspiring fans from all over the world eJay Dance is back and now even better than ever before. Whether a professional musician or just wanting to create some new tracks, eJay Dance 6 reloaded lets users create songs in full studio quality as simply as never before. Using 10,000 license free dance sounds, 48 track sound mixers and 5 virtual instruments users can create their own tracks to publish onto Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and MySpace so that their friends can play their clips and also take advantage of the eJay community. The 3D Video Studio also allows users to produce all video clips for the music created; with over 2,000 3D and video elements available.

Giving users the tools they need to get their rap sorted like they always wanted, eJay Hip-Hop 5 reloaded lets users take their pick from the vast array of sounds and effects available. With 10,000 license-free sounds available including Hip-Hop, R&B, Nu Skool, Ragga, Old School, Dancehall, Scratches and Funk and 48 track sound mixers for arranging and composing, users should have no trouble mixing the tracks they want; or users can create their own sounds and get scratching professionally. Once created users can share songs with friends and family worldwide with direct upload to Facebook, YouTube and MySpace or directly export tracks onto mobile equipment including iPods, iPhones, PSPs and Mobile phones. Disc creator also allows users to create their own CDs to take to clubs they are performing at or give as gifts to loved ones.

eJay opens up almost unlimited possibilities with Video & Music exchange which offers users fast and top-quality conversion no matter whether they want to convert files or complete DVDs/CDs. Video & Music exchange supports numerous devices such as Xbox 360, Wii, Playstation 3, iPod, Apple TV, iPhone and is perfectly suitable for use with YouTube and as video podcasts. Using the predefined profiles or customise every detail, eJay Video & Music exchange lets users easily select the music or video file they would like to convert and then follow the 3-step technology for fast and easy use. Subtitle and multi-language DVD support is also available to create professional DVDs.

SRP £19.99 Webcode 7640146782007

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For more information on eJay and the range of products available from Gem contact your Gem account manager on 01279 822822 or go online at www.gem.co.uk TEL 01279 822822 FAX 01279 412604 WEB WWW.GEM.CO.UK

The wait is over! This month sees the biggest hardware launch of the year, with the arrival of Microsoft's muchanticipated Kinect add-on.

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Ushering in a whole new era of controllerfree motion-tracked gaming, the Kinect for Xbox 360 offers gamers a whole new way to play, interact and communicate with their console. Thanks to the genius of Kinect, the player's body becomes the controller, with the camera not only able to track a player's movements, but recognise different voices and even scan objects directly into the game. Compatible with all Xbox 360s, this groundbreaking slim device plugs directly into the back of the console, and opens up a world of new interactive possibilities for the system. Kinect is able to track up to 20 joints per active player at 30 frames per second and is designed to work in a wide variety of lighting conditions and situations - a truly flexible, revolutionary add-on. For the first time, users will be able to interact with all the 360's content without the need for a controller, whether you're browsing menus, watching videos and TV, listening to music or playing games. Users will be able to flick through menus with the wave of a hand, or command the console to play a specific video through simple voice commands, such as "Xbox, play". The future is here. Thanks to the Video Kinect app, friends and family from all over the world will be able to interact in new ways, with seamless video chat just one of the many ways Kinect

will bring people together. Thanks to Kinect, the Xbox LIVE experience will be "more intuitive, social and interactive than ever before." By combining kinetic movement with the concept of everyone being fully connected over Xbox LIVE, you have Kinect. Nothing will ever be the same again. Jump in to a whole new world of Xbox gaming!

KINECT GAMES Kinect will change the way we play games forever, therefore what better way to launch than with 15 new titles ranging from sports, dance and ﬁtness to racing, adventures and music and more, offering something for everyone. Kinect Adventures Kinect Adventures is an action packed title bundled with Kinect ensuring the fun begins the moment it comes out of the box. Comprising 20 thrilling minigames for all the family, players will be challenged to jump, dodge and kick their way through exciting adventures set in exotic locations. Developed at Microsoft's newly-formed Good Science Studio, it's billed as "the social adventure of a lifetime." What other game allows players to ﬂoat in outer space,

soar down roaring rapids, scale mountaintop obstacle courses, or dive deep down into the blue to check out a leaky underwater observatory? Answer: none. As you might expect from Microsoft these days, players will be able to share their crazy capers over Xbox LIVE with friends and family members, creating “Living Statue" live videos and posing for snaps. With the ability to upload the results to Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, or e-mail, the whole world can witness the chaos! Dance Central The most immersive full-body, controllerfree dance video game - designed for novices and experts alike - Harmonix's superb title boasts more than 650 moves and more than 90 dance routines from professional choreographers.

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Featuring tracks by Basement Jaxx, Kool & The Gang and Kylie Minogue, players can own the dance ﬂoor, with a step-by-step 'Break It Down' mode, or just jump right in and get down in front of family and friends.

would in real life, or kick, spike or box your way to glory. With an array of solo and team-based sports, including soccer, beach volleyball, bowling, table tennis, track and ﬁeld, and boxing to enjoy, Kinect Sports is an instant classic.

Kinect Sports Kinectimals Kinect lends itself particularly well to sports titles, so it's perhaps no surprise to see Britsoft legends Rare come up with another fun-ﬁlled classic that the whole family can enjoy. Designed to turn the average lounge into a theatre of dreams, Kinect Sports will turn any home into a world-class stadium, bowling alley, soccer pitch or arena for the duration. Expected to unleash the "ultimate party experience," this revolutionary controller-free sports game allows anyone to become a star athlete. With no joypad to get in the way, you'll bowl exactly like you

Another British-developed Kinect title comes out of the blocks for launch, with Frontier Developments offering animal lovers the chance to adopt a virtual wild cat. Somewhat more cuddly than their wild counterparts, these lions, cheetahs and tigers will respond to your calls, and can be taught tricks, cuddled and play games with you. With numerous cute customisation options and activities to join in with, this is a great title for players of all ages.

Kinect Joy Ride Kinect Joy Ride promises players the ride of their life as they engage with the wildest kart racing game ever. By leaping through massive jumps and full-body stunts players will bend, twist and move their body to hug the corners, jump through obstacles and show off their driving prowess. The perfect collaborative experience for friends and family, Kinect Joy Ride supports co-op and competitive play, both ofﬂine and online, across ﬁve exciting different game modes.

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GAMESFoCUS Ubisoft Kinect Range

Motion Sports

Fighters Uncaged

FORMAT Xbox 360 RELEASE DATE 10th November 2010 PUBLISHER Ubisoft SRP £39.99

Bringing "unparalleled immersion" to sports gaming, players movements are accurately represented on-screen in real-time in Ubisoft's fantastic Kinect launch title, Motion Sports. A wide range of exciting sports make the cut in this exciting package, including skiing, horseback riding, hang gliding, American football, soccer and boxing. Each and every sport benefits from the freedom of controller-free gaming, and can be enjoyed head-to-head with friends. Players can also become a sporting hero on the world stage, starting as a humble local celebrity, before winning national and global fame for their in-game achievements. With data shared among friends online, players can achieve the adoration of fans, and have their face emblazoned on the in-game magazine. For added infamy, players can also enjoy live commentary from the in-game TV channel, with humorous observations on your performances from the in-house crew.

Reasons To Stock • Wide range of controller-free sports • Unparalleled immersion • Fun for the whole family

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Delivering a "total body combat experience," Fighters Uncaged take fighting gaming to a whole new level of immersion. By fully utilising the skeleton tracking technology of the Kinect, Ubisoft's exciting new title will allow players to create up to 70 Mixed Martial Arts techniques - and keep them fit and active in the process. Set across 21 contrasting environments including rooftops, abandoned churches, murky city docks and dark alleys, players will be called upon to battle against diverse opponents, each with their own unique fighting styles. Armed with brutal combos and voice-activated "super strikes", players will be able to take the fight to their aggressors in whole new ways, and upgrade their characters with new skills. With 'jump-in' multiplayer allowing a friend to join in the fight, players can always get back-up when the heat is on. Developed by AMA Studios, Fighters Uncaged will "deliver the excitement of real fighting competitions". Just go easy on the casual bystanders.

Reasons To Stock • The first controller-free fighting game • Learn up to 70 moves • 'Jump-in' multiplayer

Your Shape: Fitness Evolved FORMAT Xbox 360 RELEASE DATE 10th November 2010 PUBLISHER Ubisoft SRP £39.99

Released exclusively on Kinect, Your Shape: Fitness Evolved boasts "revolutionary" Player Projection that puts players bodies right into the game and tracks movements precisely in real-time. Thanks to the unprecedented precision of Ubisoft's proprietary tech, an incredible one million dots are tracked across the entire body, rather than the usual 16 dots. With celebrity fitness guru Michael George on-hand to help meet fitness targets, players can engage in Yoga or Martial Arts classes or get stuck into a series of fun mini games designed for the whole family. During exercise, players will receive specific feedback on their every move, as well as be able to interact with stunning visual effects that respond to impact and motion. Performance is fully tracked, too, with players able to share their stats with friends and family, and even create challenges to help each other reach fitness goals. As Ubisoft says: "You'll have so much fun that you won't notice how hard you're working until you see the results!"

Reasons To Stock • Revolutionary Player Projection tech • Fun mini games • Fitness coaching from Michael George

Michael Jackson: The Experience FORMAT Wii, DS, PSP (Xbox 360 & PS3 version coming 2011) RELEASE DATE 26th November 2010 PUBLISHER Ubisoft SRP Wii - £34.99, PSP & DS - £24.99

Destined to be one of the most exciting performance videogames of all-time, Michael Jackson: The Experience allows gamers to re-enact the King Of Pop's most iconic performances through singing and dancing. Featuring the most famous tracks from his glittering career, including Bille Jean, Beat It, Bad and Workin' Day And Night, players will be able to test their vocal range against the master, as well as try and emulate his incredible dance moves. Developed at Ubisoft's renowned Montréal studio, each version of Michael Jackson: The Experience has been tailored specifically for each platform. For example, the Kinect-enabled version for Xbox 360 utilises Ubisoft's acclaimed Player Projection technology, so that their bodies will be fully tracked, and their true movements will be reflected in-game. Players' performances will be played on backdrops and environments inspired by the iconic music videos and live

performances, offering a level of immersion that "has never been seen before" according to Ubisoft. The system will allow players to "truly live the experience", with their performances triggering effects, visuals and the music itself as fans try and emulate one of the most incredible performers the world has ever seen. As Ubisoft says, "[Jackson's] music, lyrics and stunningly innovative dance moves continue to excite fans in every corner of the world." On the Wii version, meanwhile, up to four players can get in on the performance, and sing along with Michael using on-screen lyrics. Put simply, Michael Jackson The Experience is more than just a game. With a stunning combination of dancing, singing and freestyle moves, this is a true entertainment experience. Reasons To Stock • Based on the legendary performer • Features all the classic hits • Tailored to each system - including Kinect

Assassins Creed Brotherhood FORMAT Xbox 360, PS3 (PC version coming in 2011) RELEASE DATE 19th November 2010 PUBLISHER Ubisoft SRP £49.99 The third game in Ubisoft's universally acclaimed action adventure series hits the shelves this month, and promises to be one of this Christmas' biggestselling titles. Billed as a direct sequel to last year's fantastic Assassin's Creed 2, the game once again focuses on the struggles of Ezio, as he battles with the powerful Templar Order. Having become a Master Assassin over the course of his late 15th century adventures in Renaissance-era Italy, Ezio journeys to Rome to take the fight right to the heart of the enemy - but he cannot do it alone. With an entire Brotherhood now fighting alongside him, this new Assassin's Creed will allow players to command and manage teams of assassins to do Ezio's dirty work. Featuring more expansive, varied and comprehensive gameplay than ever before, Brotherhood promises improvements in every area, with more exciting combat, including the ability to ride horses through

cities and even fight while riding on them. But undoubtedly one of the most exciting new features of the latest Assassin's Creed is the multiplayer element. Said to be somewhat similar to the cat-andmouse multiplayer system used to such thrilling effect in various Splinter Cell titles, players will either take the side of the Templars or the Assassins. Able to choose from a wide range of unique characters, each player will come equipped with signature weapons and assassination techniques, and pit their wits against other players in a variety of tense, exciting game modes. Reasons To Stock • Third game in the blockbuster series • First Assassin's Creed to feature multiplayer • Numerous enhancements to campaign mode promised

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Dance Paradise on Xbox 360 KINECT PUBLISHER Mindscape

The idea is simple: everyone can bust a move on Dance Paradise™ thanks to an eclectic playlist and dance sequences designed for all tastes and all levels.

FORMAT Xbox 360 KINECT RELEASE DATE 12th November

The 40 international Hip Hop, Pop, Rock, R&B, Dance tracks will appeal to everyone, from children, parents, fans of classic hits, to even the most die-hard of clubbers.

2010 SRP £39.99

Accompanied by official music videos, the players, who are represented by their very own Xbox 360® Avatar, must accurately perform dance sequences displayed on the screen to score points. Dance floor stars through to occasional dancers can show off their skills on dance moves inspired by the official music videos. Who hasn’t dreamed of dancing along to Daft Punk’s classic ‘Around the World’, imitating Lady Gaga in ‘Bad Romance’ or going back to the 90s with MC Hammer’s ‘Can’t Touch This’! Thanks to different multiplayer modes, up to two players can challenge each other and dance at the same time : both are clearly recognised by the Kinect® camera, which gives them each a score.

REASONS TO STOCK • 40 hit songs to get

Beautiful and enticing settings transform the living room into the dance ﬂoor of an exclusive VIP nightclub, a private pool party, a casino, at the marina or even on the beach, offering players ultimate paradise.

your groove on to • 3 Multiplayer modes : two players dancing and scoring at the same time • Includes original music videos

And in case they need a break, they can create and watch their favourite music videos from the video box.

Playlist to get your groove on to: 50 Cent Akon Atomic Kitten Brick & Lace Caesars Cassius Cassius Daft Punk David Guetta ft Kelly Rowland Debi Nova Empire of the sun Fall out boy Frankie goes to hollywood REMIX Geri Halliwell Gwen Stefani Gwen Stefani Kenna Kevin Rudolf ft Lil Wayne Kool & the Gang Lady Gaga Lady Gaga Laroux Lil Wayne ft. Static Lily Allen MC Hammer Mika Mika Nelly No Doubt Orianthi Pixie lott Pussycat Dolls Rihanna Shaggy Snoop Dogg ft Pharrell Sophie Ellis bextor Starsailor Supergrass Taio Cruz Yelle

In da club Bellydancer Ladies Night Love is wicked Jerk It Out The sound of violence Toop toop Around the world When love takes over Drummer boy Walking on a dream Dance Dance Relax REMIX It's raining men Hollaback Girl What you are waiting for Say goodbye to love Let it rock Celebration Bad Romance Poker Face Bulletproof Lollipop F*** You Can’t Touch This Lollipop We are Golden Hot in Herre Hey Baby According to you Mama do When I grow up Disturbia Hey sexy lady Beautiful Murder on the dancefloor Four to the Floor Alright Break Your heart A cause des garçons

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U-Sing 2 PUBLISHER Mindscape FORMAT Wii

U-SING 2 is the brand new singing game and third installment to come from the hugely popular U- SING brand. Following on from the ﬁrst two massively successful U-SING and U-SING Girls Night games, the latest addition, due for release in November is set to take the nation by singing storm once again!

RELEASE DATE 19th November 2010 SRP £29.99, Bundle with 1 microphone £39.99

With British and international artists from Universal’s catalogue and main labels such as Mercury, AZ and Polydor, U- SING 2 promises to deliver something for everyone. The new mix of 40 tracks including The Libertines, Bloc Party, Florence and the Machine, Lady Gaga and Spice Girls means not only will the new game now appeal to indie fans; it will also satisfy pop princesses and contemporary music listeners alike. Bringing these sensational, varied artists together in one game, goes hand in hand with combining the different types of music fans in a way which allows them to interact with one and other, creating a dynamic mix of fun! With multiplayer modes, players choose to sing as a Duet or compete for the best score in Versus and Battle mode. While Jukebox mode allows players to transform their Wii console into a jukebox giving players the option to display lyrics or not, without being scored, giving the game a real karaoke feel.

REASONS TO STOCK • Fun for all the family

The grading system rates players according to their performance, with vocal recognition measuring tune and rhythm to accurately score the player; while the option to listen again to their best and worst performances will allow players to see how truly good or bad they are.

• 40 international and national hits to choose from • Download new songs from

Players will also be able to access the online U-STORE via the game, when their Wii console is connected to the Internet, to directly download exhilarating new songs using their Nintendo Wii Points™.

U-STORE directly into your Wii console

All available with the accompanying ofﬁcial music videos, U- SING 2 will be a strong contender on the list to Santa this Xmas.

Exclusive tracklist Agnes Babyshambles Bloc Party Blur Boyz II Men Coldplay David Guetta feat. Kelly Rowland Depeche Mode Ellie Goulding Empire of The Sun Example Fall Out Boy Florence & The Machine Franz Ferdinand Gorillaz James Morrison feat. Nelly Furtado Kate Nash Keane feat. K'naan Lady GaGa Maroon 5 Mika Nick Cave & Kylie Minogue Owl City O-Zone Peter Doherty Pixie Lott Placebo Pulp Razorlight Rihanna Rox Shania Twain Spice Girls Stereophonics Taio Cruz The Feeling The Libertines The Pussycat Dolls The Stranglers The Temper Trap

Release Me Delivery Banquet Country House I'll Make Love to You Violet Hill When Love Takes Over Enjoy The Silence Starry Eyed Walking On A Dream Won't Go Quietly This Ain't A Scene, It's An Arms Race Dog Days Are Over Do You Want To On Melancholy Hill Broken Strings Do-Wah-Doo Stop For A Minute Bad Romance Makes Me Wonder We Are Golden Where The Wild Roses Grow Fireflies Dragostea Din Tei (Maiahi) Last of the English Roses Boys And Girls Every You Every Me Common People America Disturbia My Baby Left Me That Don't Impress Me Much Wannabe Dakota Break Your Heart I Thought It Was Over What Became of The Likely Lads Jai Ho Golden Brown Sweet Disposition

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Nintendo’s star Christmas line up On the day that Nintendo revealed that an astonishing one in three UK households owns a Wii console and with 11 million DS consoles sold, the Japanese giant revealed what the stars will be playing this Christmas. With everyone from Dame Helen Mirren to Jedward - and everyone in between - polled for their gaming picks this festive season, Nintendo's latest celeb-packed Christmas TV campaign promises to be a memorable one... Wii Fit Plus Bundle Nintendo Wii Promoted by: Dame Helen Mirren

Wii Party

Brain Training

Nintendo Wii

Nintendo DS

Donkey Kong Country Returns

Promoted by: JLS

Promoted by: Sir Terry Wogan

Nintendo Wii Promoted by Ant and Dec

The star of The Queen demonstrates to viewers that you can look great by working out at home with Wii Fit Plus - the hugeselling title that Nintendo says "combines fun and ﬁtness in one product." Released in October 2009, the game offers users an array of new features, including 15 new balance and aerobics games, as well as six new strength training and yoga activities. The new calorie-counting feature also allows players to customise their own workouts based on the available time and speciﬁc routines.

Aston, Marvin, JB, and Oritsé, otherwise known as the four members of pop starlets JLS, appear in the TV ads promoting what Nintendo is describing as THE game this Christmas. We all know that there ain't no party like a Wii Party... Freshly released by Nintendo, this family friendly game comes packed with more than 80 different minigames, offering "non-stop fun and unparalleled variety". Up to four friends and family can grab a Wii remote and try their hands at a host of "inventive and intuitive gaming experiences."

Dr Kawashima's Brain Training - now ofﬁcially Nintendo's best-selling game in the UK. Despite having been released more than four years ago, the game consistently shows up in the All Formats charts, thanks to its compelling mixture of puzzles, mathematical questions, and Sudoku puzzles. As Nintendo says, all are designed to help keep certain parts of the brain active. It would appear that the nation agrees.

TV's dynamic duo have been long-time supporters of Nintendo since their Byker Grove days, and their love of the hairy ape hasn't waned in the intervening years. The Wii-exclusive is a welcome return to the mid-90s SNES style pioneered by the legendary Rare. Rebooted by the brilliant Retro Studios, we can expect some classic platforming action, with beautiful visuals and the usual gameplay ﬂair that makes every DK game such ﬁrm favourites.

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Trade Talk

Also available....

Dawn Paine, Marketing Director at Nintendo UK

Nintendo is also getting behind several other titles in the run-up to Christmas, including these must-stock items...

Face Training

Nintendo DS (Out now) Designed to strengthen and relax six areas of your face, a series of simple exercises help promote facial wellness. Created by Japanese Beautician Fumiko Inudo, this will have users looking good in no time!

Art Academy

Nintendo DS (Out now) For anyone looking to, ahem, brush-up on their artistic skills, Art Academy transforms the DS' touch screen into a canvas, with step-by-step training and tips on how to improve, enhance and even learn to draw and paint.

This year’s star line up is the best yet, demonstrating the wide appeal of Nintendo products. This Christmas, with the help of our celebrity friends, we will be helping the nation play together and have fun whatever their age.

Professor Layton And The Lost Future Nintendo DS (Out now)

The third in the phenomenally popular Professor Layton series hit the shelves in October, and looks every bit as compelling as the previous editions, with 165 more brain-teasing logic puzzles woven skillfully into the fantastic storyline.

A bright future ahead for Nintendo with three brand

NEW DSi XL colours

Wii Fit Plus Solus

New Super Mario Bros. Wii

New Super Mario Bros. and Nintendo Wii Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels Promoted by: Louise Redknapp of the Starry Skies

Nintendo Wii

Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies

Promoted by: Jamie and Louise

Nintendo DS

Promoted by: Alexandra Burke

Redknapp and their family

Promoted by: Jedward

and Olly Murs

Former international footballer Jamie Redknapp and his singer and TV-presenter wife Louise like nothing more than an evening's platforming fun in the company of Mario. And who can blame them?

Say what you like about the brothers Grimes (a.k.a. Jedward) they've got decent taste in videogames. With the DS-exclusive having sold a bagillion copies in its native Japan, Nintendo decided to throw its full weight behind Level 5's RPG, and it's paying off.

Like half the known universe, the X-Factor stars are happy to admit that they are a bit partial to a session of New Super Mario Bros. on DS.

Louise Redknapp takes time out from her busy schedule to show how working mums can keep trim in their own homes with a spot of Wii Fit Plus.

And who can blame the fellow? Released way back in summer 2006, it blew the doors off for restyled 2D platforming classic gaming, showing beyond doubt that the appetite for the retro style is alive and well. Four years later, it's still in the charts...

Changing the way that we think out peripheral-based products Wii Fit Plus brings a “new dimension” to the Wii Fit experience. With the ability to create customised workout routines, or choose from 20, 30 or 40 minute workouts, users can select a workout that suits the amount of time available, no matter how busy they are.

Released at the back end of 2009, NSMB was a long-awaited return to the classic 2D side-scrolling Mario platforming of old, and went down an absolute storm with both critics and member of the public alike. Unsurprisingly, it has gone on to be one of the best-selling Wii games to date, and is still selling well a year on.

With the press having given the title a big thumbs-up, it looks like one of Japan's most popular brands could ﬁnally make the breakthrough it richly deserves.

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GAMESFoCUS History of Donkey Kong Donkey Kong (1981) One of the earliest examples of the platform game, the title sees Donkey Kong as the pet of a carpenter named “Jumpman” (later made a plumber and renamed Mario). Mistreated by Jumpman, Donkey Kong escapes and kidnaps Jumpman’s girlfriend; offering players the first occurrence of the damsel in distress scenario that would provide the template for countless video games to come.

Donkey Kong (1994) Known under the working title Donkey Kong ’94, this was the first Donkey Kong title developed by Nintendo for the Game Boy handheld video game system. Beginning with the four levels found in the original arcade game, this was the first Game Boy title designed with enhanced features when played on the Super Game Boy.

Donkey Kong Country (1994)

Donkey Kong Country Returns PUBLISHER Nintendo

Donkey Kong is making a triumphant return, along with his trusted sidekick Diddy Kong, in a brand new side-scrolling platform game from Retro Studios.

FORMAT Wii RELEASE DATE 3rd December 2010 SRP £44.99

Offering players of all ages new levels and all new chest-pounding challenges, Donkey Kong Country Returns for the Wii console, takes inspiration from everything that made the original Super NES series great. From barrel cannons to mine carts, Retro Studios builds on those elements with stunning graphics and new layers of depth to the world and gameplay; with levels created in fully rendered 3-D environments. Donkey Kong Country Returns features the ﬁrst ever simultaneous cooperative game play mode for the series allowing both novice and skilled players to actively play and experience the game together; also offering novice players the chance to ride on Donkey Kong’s back through more challenging areas of the game. Controlled by a group of evil Tikis, the animals in Donkey Kong Island have raided Donkey Kong’s Banana Hoard and stolen his stash of bananas – and he understandably wants them back. Hidden items, puzzle pieces and other surprise’s are found all through the jungle, and players can earn extra bonuses by the end of each level if they can spell out KONG.

REASONS TO STOCK • New chestpounding challenges • Inspired by the

Motion controls give players a real feeling of control, allowing them to move Donkey Kong using the control stick on the Nunchuk controller or shake the Wii Remote controller to make Donkey Kong slap the ground.

original Super NES series • Brand new side-scrolling platform game

With vibrant colours, beautiful graphics and fun characters, Donkey Kong Country Returns is set to be a sure hit, even with people who have never played a Donkey Kong game before; so start collecting those bananas!

Released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, Donkey Kong Country was an extremely successful release selling over 8 million copies. The title also won several awards from Electronic Gaming Monthly in their 1994 video game awards, including Best Super NES game, Best Animation, Best Game Duo and Game of the Year. Donkey Country Country was later released for the Game Boy Color in 2000, and Game Boy Advance in 2003.

Donkey Kong 64 (1999) Released 18 years after the original Donkey Kong, Donkey Kong 64 on the Nintendo 64 won critical acclaim selling 2.5 million copies; making it the sixth best selling game of that year. Donkey Kong 64 was also the first game to require the Expansion Pak, for enhanced graphics and more expansive environments. The title also went on to become Nintendo 64 Player’s Choice title.

Donkey Kong: Jungle Climber (2007) The sequel to DK: King of Swing for the Game Boy Advance, DK: Jungle Climber has been designed to closely resemble Donkey Kong Country and add dual screen support; giving the illusion of one tall screen. The game featured new moves, new items and a multiplayer mode for up to four players.

Donkey Kong Country Returns (2010) A side-scrolling 2.5D platform game developed by Retro Studios, it is the series’ first traditional home console installation since Donkey Kong Jungle Beat. First unveiled at E3 2010, the game employs fully-polygonal 3D graphic and was developed with the intention to invoke nostalgic feelings in the player with its art style and sound.

GAMESFoCUS With over 210 million games sold, the little plumber from the Mushroom Kingdom has become World famous, and the biggest video game franchise on the planet. Here we take a look at some of the titles that have featured throughout the Mario campaign. Super Mario Galaxy 2 Capturing all the charm and fun of the original, the sequel to the critically-acclaimed Super Mario Galaxy ‘re-energises’ the franchise with an array of wonderfully creative new gravity-defying levels, innovative power-ups and the ability to team-up with his old dinosaur buddy, Yoshi.!

New Super Mario Bros. Mario and friends are back for some action-packed platform fun, offering an exciting mixture of co-operative and competitive multiplayer fun, presented in classic, old-school side-scrolling 2D.

Mario Kart DS Mario Kart DS will drive players new and old to distraction as they race their way around a selection of tracks, including all-new extravaganzas and time-honoured classics from previous versions of the games.

New Super Mario Bros. DS Boasting incredible 3D graphics to accompany classic 2D gameplay, this fast-paced adventure will have Mario fans cheering as they make their way over ﬁelds, under water, through castles, and into the air.

Mario and Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story

Mario Kart Wii The next generation of Mario Kart features new tracks, new racers, new rides and 12-player racing via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection that makes for the ultimate Mario racing experience.

Set inside Bowser, this hilarious title sees Mario and Luigi trapped inside the guts of Bowser, trying not only to discover a means of getting back into the outside world, but rescuing the ever-hapless Princess Peach along the way.

Super Mario 64 DS

Super Mario Galaxy Join Mario as he ushers in a new era of video games, defying gravity across all the planets in the galaxy. Players can run, jump and battle enemies as they explore all the planets in the galaxy.

Super Mario 64, the genre-deﬁning Nintendo 64 classic, arrives on the Nintendo DS with all-new features that take full advantage of the new portable system's dual screens, Touch Screen and wireless multiplayer capability!

Mario Party 8

Mario Party DS

Join Mario, Luigi, Peach and the rest of the crew as they compete across ﬁve brand new game boards and more than 60 new mini-games to win the coveted prize: a year’s supply of candy!

Tricked once again, Mario and his friends have been shrunk down and tossed aside in a supersized version of the mushroom kingdom – where everyday objects and ordinary enemies have become big problems.

Pokemon Ranger: Guardian Signs

Fling Smash

FORMAT DS RELEASE DATE 5th November 2010 PUBLISHER Nintendo SRP £29.99

FORMAT Wii RELEASE DATE 19th November 2010 PUBLISHER Nintendo SRP £44.99

Take on the role of a Pokemon Ranger to protect the local people and wild Pokemon from the nasty Pokemon Pinchers with the help of your partner, Ukulele Pichu. Players must capture and befriend Pokemon who will support them on their adventure, using their abilities to clear obstacles that stand in their way or by helping to capture even stronger Pokemon. And for the first time in the series, players can call Pokemon to their aid by drawing their Ranger Sign on the Nintendo DS Touch Screen. As a Pokemon Ranger, players will often be sent on a mission, which may involve finding a missing person, stopping a natural disaster, or protecting the peace in another way. If the player is successful and complete the mission, then the game story will advance. Each chapter in the game features a series of dynamic tasks and puzzle solving challenges using the powers of the Pokemon.

Players can also enjoy wireless multiplayer missions with up to three other Pokemon Rangers using the Nintendo DS local wireless connection, and from 5th November two special missions ‘Protect The Blue Sphere’ and ‘Deoxys And The Odd Temple’ will be available for a limited time.

Combining the hands-on fun of tennis with the non-stop action and instant gratification of pinball, Fling Smash sees the tropical Suthon Island invaded by the evil Omminus, and the only hero who can save the day is Zip!

With vividly coloured worlds including sandy beaches, lush tropical treetops and even underwater grottos, Fling Smash is fun for all ages.

Players must use the Wii remote controller with Wii MotionPlus to precisely fling Zip at targets to smash their way across eight colourful worlds. Using the Wii Remote like a racket, watch Zip bounce around like a pinball to smash through oncoming barriers and enemies in this action-sidescroller.

Reasons To Stock • Features a number of Legendary Pokemon • Wireless multiplayer missions • New and enhanced DS features

A second player can also join in with the action to control Zip’s friend Pip. During the game, Zip and Pip travel through eight fastaction side-scrolling worlds, each culminating in a boss battle. Each level offers players a unique challenge as Zip might be shrunk down, fattened up or turned into a heavy steel ball. While other levels turn the action vertically instead of horizontally.

Reasons To Stock • Multiplayer fun • Fun for all ages • Eight colourful Worlds to compete in

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Dora’s Big Birthday Adventure FORMAT Wii / DS RELEASE DATE 19th November 2010 PUBLISHER 2k Play

It’s Dora’s Birthday and you know what this means ... a fun-filled party with all her friends. The only problem is Dora and Boots are stuck in storybook land and must go on an exciting, magical journey if they hope to make it to the party on time! Help Dora find her way home by jumping, climbing, swinging and sliding through exciting levels ranging from the Dancing Forest to Wizzle Mountain. Players of the Wii version can also take control of Boots when Dora needs help to squeeze in places that she cannot fit. DS players can tap, drag, trace, shout and scribble on the DS as they float in a bubble across Dragon Lake, ride a unicorn over the rainbow, and play the drums in the dancing forest. Grown-ups can also join in the fun using the Helper feature and a second controller. Kid-Tested, Dora’s Big

Dora’s Cooking Club FORMAT DS RELEASE DATE 19th November 2010 PUBLISHER 2K Play

It’s time to get cooking as Dora helps the Cooking Club prepare for the Favourite Foods Festival! Preparing favourite foods such as enchiladas, pizza, salad and many more dishes, players must use math, matching, and of course their super cooking skills to follow the recipes and create this variety of delicious dishes. Players must chop, slice, stir and sprinkle their way through over 30 minigames in a mission to make sure that the

cooking club are ready for the food festival. Dora’s Cooking Club also features pre-k and kindergarten math based curriculum; seeing players take part in activities that involve counting, sorting and simple fractions. The game also offers parents the ability to track their child’s progress to see how their maths skills are developing. Reasons To Stock • Over 30 mini-games • Develops children’s math skills • Lets parents track their child’s progress

Birthday Adventure has been approved by both children and mums for ageappropriateness, fun factor and quality. Based on Dora’s Big Birthday Adventure prime-time show, Dora’s Big Birthday Adventure features authentic voice talent from the TV show. Reasons To Stock • Based on the hit TV show • Grown-up helper feature • Authentic voices from the show

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Mega Bloks Diego’s Build and Rescue

New Carnival Funfair Games FORMAT Wii / DS RELEASE DATE Out Now (DS Version out 5th Nov 2010) PUBLISHER 2K Play

FORMAT DS RELEASE DATE 19th November 2010 PUBLISHER 2K Play

New Carnival Funfair games takes the family fun of the original multi-million unit seller to new heights with all-new games and prizes, much requested multiplayer action for every game and for the first time, full compatibility with the Wii MotionPlus controller accessory. The fairground is full of over 30 new games and attractions including favourites like Pitch-A-Plate, Bottle Stand-up, Fish Bowl Bounce, Gold Rush Alley Ball, Bumper Car and the always scary Haunted House. In addition, no carnival is complete without must-prizes such as moon rocks, eye-bots, decoder rings and wacky wearables including a walrus mask, dragonfly wings and rabbit ears – more than 300 in all. For the DS New Carnival Funfair Games offers a unique subset of games, including Balloon Blowout, Pop-A-Score, Speed Pitch and a Pie Eating Contest. In addition, the game also supports the Nintendo DSi Camera, and adds a new meaning to the word gotcha with “The Look of a Winner” features, which snaps your picture the moment you win a game for some surprising and hilarious reaction shots. Expanded multiplayer action for up to four gamers also allows for cooperative play or head-to-head competition, enabling friends and family to play together in classics like Lucky Toss, Gone Fishin’ and Speed Bingo. While all new MotionPlus capabilities allow for increased accuracy, enhanced gameplay and more precision than ever before!

Join Diego as you enter the imaginative world of Mega Bloks in his first building block adventure! Using Mega Bloks and other special items, players must help Diego to overcome obstacles, solve puzzles, explore exciting habitats and rescue stranded animals. Players can run, jump and climb their way through an exciting Mega Bloks inspired world, and also collect Mega Bloks to help assist Diego to build vehicles including a truck, hang glider, snow mobile and submarine. Based on the highly successful Diego TV show, Diego takes players on an adventure exploring different animal habits from the savannah to undersea coral reefs to learn about their environments. Reasons To Stock • Based on the successful Diego TV show • Mega Bloks is a leading construction toy company with worldwide retail presence • Educational

Reasons To Stock • Over 30 new games and attractions • 300 new prizes and wacky wearables • Much requested multiplayer action

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Raving Rabbids Travel in time FORMAT Wii RELEASE DATE 26th November 2010 PUBLISHER Ubisoft SRP £29.99 Join the Rabbids’ in their biggest party yet to change the course of Human history. That’s right, they are back and this time they have an infallible plan to invade the human world as we know it. After the Rabbids stumble into a history museum and discover time travel through their Time Washing Machine, you just know that human history is about to get into some major mess. Raving Rabbids Travel in Time’ gives you, your friends and family a chance to mess up with time travel in a brand new party-game where crazy competition is pushed to the limits. The new Wii adventure game is fun for all the family, which includes visits to some classic moments in history, like the discovery of fire, the broken nose of the Sphinx, the first step on the moon, plus many more! Uncover how the Rabbids wrecked our past and decide if the course of history needs to be changed.

Reasons To Stock • Customise your bunnies • Compete online in the Rabbids community • Extra Wii motion precision

CSI: Fatal Conspiracy

Def Jam Rapster

FORMAT Xbox 360, PS3, PC, Wii RELEASE DATE 29th October 2010 (Wii version available 19th November 2010) PUBLISHER Ubisoft SRP PS3, Xbox 360 - £29.99 / PC - £19.99 / Wii - £24.99

FORMAT Xbox 360, PS3, Wii RELEASE DATE 26th November 2010 PUBLISHER Konami SRP PS3, Xbox 360 - £44.99 / Wii - £39.99

Based on the hit TV series CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, ‘CSI: Fatal Conspiracy’ gives you a chance to team up with the famous CSI cast and assist in solving some of the most gruesome crimes of Sin City, but also to take down a dangerous drug cartel. Partner Gene Huntby an experienced FBI agent, in 5 Connected Cases to take down the Queen of the Hive. For the first time ever, the storyline engages you from the first case to the last in this thrilling crime adventure. Work with your CSI partners, which includes the return of Sara Sidle, to solve murder cases and uncover the Fatal Conspiracy behind the crimes you investigate together. With its intriguing cases, CSI: Fatal Conspiracy gives an immersive experience 32

Ubisoft also introduces a brand new party game experience: From flying to bouncing, discover 5 main game types for more fun, more depth and more replay value. Amongst brand new features, the option to team up with up to 4 players simultaneously is now available; giving you and your companions the chance to compete in over 20 new and hilarious competitive mini-games.

written by CSI show writers to give the most authentic story and gaming based experience for the player yet. A fully updated rendering engine allows for more realistic light effects, lip syncing and more advanced character acting. As a bonus CSI: Fatal Conspiracy also features voices from the main actors in the show. For gamers searching for the most realistic crime scene investigating they can get their hands on, CSI: Fatal Conspiracy is the perfect solution. Reasons To Stock • Thrilling and realistic gameplay • New and enhanced graphics • Intriguing storyline

Capturing the essence of what Hip Hop is all about, Def Jam Rapster is the first music game fully dedicated to Hip Hop. The ultimate MC experience for video game consoles, Def Jam Rapster features more than 40 of the greatest Hip Hop songs available at release, allowing you to be the star by rhyming, using your console camera, and uploading videos to the fully integrated Def Jam Rapster community online. Unlike most other microphone-based games, Def Jam Rapster features custom, proprietary voice recognition technology that judges lyrical accuracy, also measuring pitch and timing to provide a complete score in real time. Offering you the ability to freestyle over tracks by some of the hottest Hip Hop

producers and upload your freestyle performances for the world to decide how good you really are. Battle mode also allows you to compete locally head-tohead for the highest score, while Duet mode lets both players sing and rap together to achieve the highest combined score on any given song. Reasons To Stock • First music game fully dedicated to Hip Hop • Fully integrated online community • Over 40 songs spanning the history of Hip Hop

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Rugby League LIVE FORMAT Xbox 360, PS3 RELEASE DATE 2nd November 2010 PUBLISHER Alternative Software SRP £49.99 The true passion and excitement of Rugby League comes to life on the Xbox 360 or PS3 console in this awesome recreation of what is probably the World’s toughest contact sport. Now players don’t just have to cheer from the terraces, they can get out there on the pitch and guide their team to Grand Final glory. As a top class sports simulation, Rugby League Live features bone crunching tackles, bam storming runs, ball stripping, injuries, sin bins, side steps, dummy moves and a multitude of passing moves and action replays with full TV style commentary.

best and exploit their opponent’s weaknesses, when and if they find them. Featuring all the teams and superstars from the European Super League and the NRL, as well as those from all the main international squads, Rugby League Live is the officially licensed game that realistically brings players Rugby League in all its true awesome glory. Reasons To Stock • Officially licensed • Online gameplay via Xbox LIVE & Playstation Network • Multiple replay angles and in game commentary

Rugby League, the sport, is of course not all about power and stamina its also about strategy, guile and cunning all of which are fully represented here in Rugby League Live; allowing players to play to their very

Beyblade - Metal Fusion

Wild West Shootout

FORMAT Wii, DS RELEASE DATE 12th November 2010 PUBLISHER Konami SRP £34.99

FORMAT Wii RELEASE DATE 26th November 2010 PUBLISHER Funbox Media SRP £19.99

Beyblade: Metal Fusion is based on the brand new TV show of the same name from Nelvana and d-rights inc., and features a new cast of characters taking on the continued battle between good and evil. The series follows a group of competitors who vie to be the best at Beyblading, enhancing their Beyblades, and engaging in a series of thrilling adventures. Developed specifically for the Wii and Nintendo DS consoles, the Wii game will include a Counter Leone Beyblade, while the Nintendo DS version will house a Cyber Pegasus Beyblade; exclusive video games that are not available anywhere else. Beyblade: Metal Fusion also features a challenging four-player ‘battle mode’ competition, which sees players face off against three other human or AI controlled

enemies, or play co-operatively with allies. By using the Wii Remote, players can save and carry any blades they have created to a friend’s house for competition. With customisable stadiums, players can choose from a variety of terrains and shapes for battle and use special attacks and winning strategies to emerge victorious. Reasons To Stock • Complete game-specific story • Features original characters from the show • Multiplayer mode

Roar through the Wild West with your guns a-blazing in this fast-paced cowboy showdown, and experience all the adventures in 3D. An arcade-style shooting game, Wild West Shootout sees players on a mission to stop the outlaws who have been robbing the countryside and stealing all the farm animals. Travel through a throwback frontier landscape where enemies wait around every corner, but keep your gun at the ready because danger could show up at any time.

giddy-up and take aim on horseback in Ride and Shoot levels, and with several modes available players must cowboy up in story mode, survive wanted mode, grab a partner for multiplayer, or, if you have glasses play the game in 3D for a whole new experience in Wii gaming. Reasons To Stock • Experience the game in 3D • Several game modes • Arcade-style shooting game • 3D glasses included

Using the Wii Remote, Wii Zapper or Blaster players can aim and shoot the bad guys in order to free the animals as they make their way through several chapters and levels set in the Wild West. Dive for cover and survive a hail of bullets in shootouts against a gang of enemies, or

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Halo: Reach FORMAT Xbox 360 RELEASE DATE Out now PUBLISHER Microsoft SRP £49.99 Standard, £59.99 Limited Edition

Created as a prequel to the classic 2001 Xbox original, Halo: Reach is set on an Earth-like colony known as Reach in the year 2552, just prior to the events of Halo: Combat Evolved. With almost the whole of humanity’s interstellar colonies having been wiped out by the Covenants forces, your squad of heroic Spartan soldiers are humanity’s last line of defence between the terrifying Covenant and Earth, and it’s up to you to preserve mankind’s fate. As with all the Halo campaigns, players can expect memorable set-pieces, spectacular battles and amazing AI, but with a return to the more free-flowing sense of scale that the original conveyed. Epic battlefields are further enhanced by Bungie’s refined engine that brings scenes to life like never before maximising the 360’s full potential, with vastly improved texture quality and polygon count making the game look jaw-droppingly beautiful at times. Veterans will notice some fundamental tweaks have made their way into the game, with the temporary

single-use equipment replaced by abilities such as sprint, active camouflage, jetpack, and an ‘armour lock’ which allows the player to remain invincible momentarily. With every single element of the game improved in a myriad of ways, Halo: Reach is a true testament to Bungie’s 10 years legacy, and is the greatest Halo title yet.

Reasons To Stock • Best-in-class multiplayer • Intense, cinematic campaign mode • Huge critical acclaim

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Fable III FORMAT Xbox 360 RELEASE DATE 29th October 2010 PUBLISHER Microsoft SRP £49.99 Standard, £59.99 Limited Edition

Available on Xbox 360, the third chapter in the acclaimed series invites players to “lead a rebellion, start a revolution, and rule a kingdom.” Featuring Lionhead’s trademark blend of humour, adventure and drama, players will once again be given the freedom to carve out their own destiny as a hero or villain – and everything in between. In the follow-up to the 3.5 million-selling Fable II, players will embark on a epic journey where poverty and injustice blight the kingdom of Albion, and the people are desperate for change. But once you’ve overthrown the king, whether you go on to rule the land with an iron fist, or become a monarch to serve the people is entirely up to you. Elsewhere, you can expect a host of refinements and enhancements, including a new weapon-crafting system where you decide exactly how it’s going to look, even the levelling-up process takes on a sense of 34

drama, with players thrusting their sword into the sky and blasting enemies away when their weapon skill levels-up. Improvements are promised literally everywhere, with an enhanced visual sheen, a more intuitive, less ‘RPG-like’ 3D user interface, as well as superior co-operative play. Two versions of Fable III are due for release – the Standard edition, and the Limited Collector’s Edition. Displayed in a distinctive book-style box, it includes a new quest, an exclusive new region, as well as Fable III playing cards, a Guild Seal Coin, a new dog breed and a unique outfit. Reasons To Stock • Massive critical acclaim • Follow-up to multi-million selling 2008 classic • Amazing roster of big-name voice talent

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