PLEASE READ: The NEW SHOP is separate and distinct from the OLD SHOP. If you place an order on the OLD SHOP, you will not be able to use the NEW SHOP to check on your order and vice versa. Unfortunately, we were not able to resolve the two shop databases in order to transfer customer histories and accounts. Both shops are fully operational and capable of taking orders.
 

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 MAG Famitsu Wave DVD October 2006 - New Import
«©NCSX» The October issue of Famitsu Wave DVD features print coverage and cinema previews of the following games and DVDs:

» PSP Monster Hunter Portable 2nd
» NDS Final Fantasy III
» PS3 Armored Core 4
» PS2 Minna no Tennis
» PSP Jeanne D'Arc
» PS2 God Hand
» NDS Pokemon Diamond and Pearl
» PS2 Apple Seed
» PS2 .hack//G.U. Vol. 2
» DVD Wave Idol Photo Studio Vol. 01 and 02
» And the usual assortment of general interest features, interviews, challenges, and Famitsu tomfoolery.
 
 

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 NDS Kokoro wo Yasumeru Otona no Nurie DS - New Import
«©NCSX» A bushy-tailed chipmunk serves as the emcee for Ertain's digital coloring book where players stare at a colorful image and try to copy and recreate its colors on a monochrome clone of the target picture. For example, the first exercise features an image of an apple and leaves on a branch. By using four types of pens, a color palette, an eraser, and a 2X magnifier, an amateur colorist must copy the subtle colors and nuances. NCS staffers spent 30-minutes on the apple image and we learned that our coloring skills are severely lacking based on the crude final product. Along with the intricate coloring challenges, a number of mini-games may also be enjoyed to add a little variety to the coloring action. «NCS Game Notes»
 
 

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 PS2 Guitar Freaks & DrumMania MP Silver - New Import
«©NCSX» When Guitar Freaks V & DrumMania V shipped earlier this year, it marked the first time in four years that Konami had released a game in the series. We're guessing the kudos and success of Guitar Hero in the USA had something to do with Konami's decision to revive the brand for the home market. To bolster the Guitar Freaks franchise even more amongst the Bemani faithful, Konami ships another game...in the same year, which may signal a more regular release schedule for Gitadora henceforth.
   Masterpiece Silver features a slick interface derived from the arcade version of Guitar Freaks 11 and a bold visual style with a mixture of metallic hues and colorful Pop'n style. Upon starting either the Guitar Freaks or DrumMania game, players may enjoy the Arcade Mode, Free Mode, Training Mode, or view the Records. In Session Mode, where guitar wranglers and drummers jam together, game modes consist of Arcade and Free. A total of 70 songs are collected in the game including originals such as "Black Horizon" by Trick Trap, "I'm a Loser" from T.Ichiro, "Fire in the Dark" courtesy of Kevin Vecchione, "Let Me Believe" sung by Brenda Vaughn, and "Twinkle Star" by serena. Our favorites are "TRAIN-TRAIN" by the Blue Hearts and "Sweet Illusion" from iyiyim based on our quick play through this morning.
 
 

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 PC Phantasy Star Universe - New Import
«©NCSX» It's been a century since the last war was fought in the Gurhal system where three planets now coexist in harmony. As the offline game starts, the Centennial Celebration is in progress which commemorates the 100 years of peace since the last war. Zooming into view is Ethan Waber, a carefree 17-year old who throttles through corridors and byways on an electronic surfboard. He's on his way to meet up with his younger sister Rumia to join in the festivities. While racing through an intersection, he's nearly mowed down by a vehicle and crashes into the ground. The occupants of the vehicle emerge and a Neuman named Mirei bends before him and heals his wounded knee. The driver of the vehicle checks to make sure everything's copacetic and urges Mirei to return to the vehicle. They drive off and Ethan gets up, looks at his watch, and rushes to meet Rumia.
   In the next scene, an expansive indoor arena with a fountain in the center opens up and Rumia greets Ethan. The two have a short conversation and head on up to the fourth floor where they eventually enter a room with a large video screen. The Neuman girl from earlier appears on the screen and performs a short ceremony. In the middle of the show, Allied ships in the background explode as meteors plunge through them... «more»
 
 

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 PS2 Phantasy Star Universe - New Import
«©NCSX» It's been a century since the last war was fought in the Gurhal system where three planets now coexist in harmony. As the offline game starts, the Centennial Celebration is in progress which commemorates the 100 years of peace since the last war. Zooming into view is Ethan Waber, a carefree 17-year old who throttles through corridors and byways on an electronic surfboard. He's on his way to meet up with his younger sister Rumia to join in the festivities. While racing through an intersection, he's nearly mowed down by a vehicle and crashes into the ground. The occupants of the vehicle emerge and a Neuman named Mirei bends before him and heals his wounded knee. The driver of the vehicle checks to make sure everything's copacetic and urges Mirei to return to the vehicle. They drive off and Ethan gets up, looks at his watch, and rushes to meet Rumia.
   In the next scene, an expansive indoor arena with a fountain in the center opens up and Rumia greets Ethan. The two have a short conversation and head on up to the fourth floor where they eventually enter a room with a large video screen. The Neuman girl from earlier appears on the screen and performs a short ceremony. In the middle of the show, Allied ships in the background explode as meteors plunge through them... «more»
 
 

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 PS2 Phantasy Star Universe 8M Memory Card - New Import
«©NCSX» Hori didn't do anything special for the art on the face of the PSU memory card and they simply copied the cover artwork of the game. NCS was hoping for a view of the planets or something... anything... different from the purple PSU art. To make up for their lack of initiative and ambition however, Hori does include a set of four memory card stickers which feature the following characters on white backgrounds:

» Ethan Waber
» Alfort Tylor
» Mirei Mikuna
» Karen Ella

   In addition to the stickers, a sheet of black decals is also included which feature Phantasy Star Universe-themed logos and text. Instructions for applying the decals is shown on the back of the product. A cardboard backing inside the blister packaging features an image of Ethan Waber clashing energy swords with a red-armored Cast. Pricing is set at US$35 and all preorders are shipping this afternoon.  
 
 

The Playstation Vol. 59
160 pages; N/M Condition
Price US$7.50 per copy
 MOTD The Playstation Vol. 59 [May 30, 1997] allGone
Cover: Ace Combat 2
 p15-73 PS Previews which features detailed coverage for games including Ace Combat 2, Saga Frontier, Front Mission Alternative, Final Fantasy Tactics, Zero Divide 2, King of Fighters 96, Mitsumete Knight, Cool Boarders Killing Session, Moon, Final Doom, Spectral Force, Monster Rancher, My Home Dream, Minna no Golf, and Runabout. 
p74-77 Tekken 3 profile for Julia Chang and moves lists for Kuma & Panda.
p78-81 Interview with the developers of Street Fighter EX plus alpha.
p85-87 Introduction to "Another The Unsolved: Hyper Science Adventure Vol. 1" which featured a large cast of real actors who engaged each other in an interactive live-action adventure. Despite the Vol. 1 designation in the game title, there wasn't a Vol. 2. An interview with developers Akio Asuka and Masanori Yoshihara is also included along with photo of one of the creature props used in the game. NCS sales for the game: 17 pieces.
p90-97 Tobal No. 2 game modes and portraits / stats for the enemies in the 3D roaming adventure portion of the game.
p154-157 Infostation Dept news on memory card cases, a walking stick, a cloudy umbrella, new music, and the latest videos.
 

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Summary of the Week
Monday PS2 Biohazard 4 Best, Biohazard Code Veronica Premium Edition, Devil May Cry Best  NEWS Rio pad
Tuesday NEWS Phantasy Star Universe Net Cash update, Final Fantasy Crystal Edition price drop, Capcom Girls Collection Morrigan, Dead or Alive Cushions and Towels, Rio Cushions and Tumblers, RAH Rei Ayanami Battle Damaged Version, Monsieur Bome Vol. 16 and 17
Wednesday MAG Famitsu Wave DVD October 2006  NDS Kokoro wo Yasumeru Otona no Nurie DS  PC Phantasy Star Universe  PS2 Guitar Freaks Masterpiece Silver, Phantasy Star Universe 
Thursday NDS Akiyama Jin Kyouju Kanshuu: Zennou JinJin  PS2 Blood+ One Night Kiss + Bonus Bookmark, Kamiwaza  PSP Bubble Bobble Evolution, Valhalla Knights
Friday NDS Black NDS Lite, Mogitate Tingle no Barairo Rupee Land, Super Operation Machine MG  PS2 Eve: New Generation [Regular and Deluxe Pack]  PSP Valhalla Knights
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