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UPDATE ON JUNE 3, 2008 at 11:52AM EST: ThePlanet.com is experiencing issues again and www.ncsxshop.com is offline for the time being. Our backup shop at www.shopncsx.com is functioning properly. We're not happy with the situation but thanks to everyone who emailed us about the matter. 
 
 

EARTH
 NEWS ThePlanet Downtime Part II
«©NCSX» Our shop at www.ncsxshop.com came back online yesterday at about 5:00PM EST and we restarted services without issues. There was a slight lag as the network dealt with the traffic but everything seemed okay. However, the floor of the data center where our server is located was running on backup generator power. Sometime last night, the generator encountered a breaker problem and shut off so the servers on that floor are down again.
   We're assuming that the servers will be back online today but in the interim, our shop at www.shopncsx.com is operational. We can also accept orders by phone at (718) 353-2803. Apologies for the inconvenience. For other ThePlanet customers who are experiencing problems, their updates page is located here and the main forum page may be viewed here.
 
 

NDS Densetsu no Stafi JPN

Preorder Import: US$46.90/ea
 NDS Densetsu no Stafi Taiketsu! Daihru Kaizokudan - Preorder
«©NCSX» The irrepressible Stafi (aka Stafy) is back in another side-scrolling platform game where the five-pointed action hero jump, spins, and shoots his way through candy-colored levels. Stafi's sister Stapy also returns to give her brother a hand with the cooperation feature where two players can join up and tackle bosses and stages together. Stapy is similar to her sibling in that she moves and spins just like Stafi but she's colored pink and wears a bow.

    A new feature in the game is Stafi's ability to transform into a fire-breathing dragon or a ghost to contend with different obstacles encountered on the various stages. Similar to previous Stafi adventures on the Gameboy, vehicles and animals may be used as carriages to travel through the levels in grand style. In addition to the overall adventure, a number of mini-games (card tricks, matching games, etc) may be enjoyed to break the monotony of the platform action.

   Preorders are welcome to ship on July 10, 2008 at JPY4800 or US$48.90 from NCS. Jan Code: 4902370516722
 
 

NDS Tactical Guild JPN

Preorder Import: US$38.90/ea
 NDS Tactical Guild - Import Preorder
«©NCSX» As a genre, tactical strategy games have been around for a long time. They're usually considered premium titles (think Ogre Battle, Final Fantasy Tactics, Super Robot Wars) that command a premium price point of JPY6800 or JPY7800. Japanese manufacturer Success breaks from tradition by announcing a tactical strategy game that's priced at a measly JPY3800. What's the world coming to?
   In Tactical Guild, players assemble a team of adventurers who vary in class and profession who then roam out into the world in search of adversaries, treasure, and experience. There's a bunch of mission-based side quests to contend with as well. It's a reliable formula that generally guarantees reliable sales. Preorders ship on August 28, 2008.
 

 

 

Wii Survival Kids Wii JPN

Preorder Import: US$53.90/ea
 Wii Survival Kids Wii - Import Preorder
«©NCSX» Two more kids are stranded on an island when Survival Kids (aka Lost in Blue) sails to the Wii this summer. Players control a lad named Jack who's accompanied by his dog or a young waitress named Lucy. Both were on a luxury liner before unfortunate circumstances brought them onto a deserted island. By using wits, reasoning, and simple survival skills, Jack and Lucy establish living quarters and gather enough food to make it through each day. When Jack or Lucy are hungry, you'll know it by the incessant growling that emanates from their bellies.

   The Wii version of Survival Kids features Wiimote-waving control to accomplish tasks such as making fire, catching fish, and befriending the local fauna. If you squint at the two pictures to the left, Jack's hanging onto the edge of a cliff for dear life while a pale-colored rodent hangs on for its own dear life right on Jack's back. The dog which looks like Lassie also helps out to make sure Jack or Lucy don't wander astray on their path to eventual salvation and exodus from the island.

   In addition to the survival action, Konami touts 35 mini-games which draw on the survival theme and require Wiimote control. Preorders for the Japanese Wii version of Survival Kids are welcome starting today to ship on August 7, 2008. Jan Code: 4988602142549.
 
 

Wii Wario Land Shake JPN

Preorder Import: US$55.90/ea
 Wii Wario Land Shake - Import Preorder
«©NCSX» When Wario Land Shake ships next month, it won't be the first motion-sensitive Wario game. Semi-old timers may remember Mawaru Made in Wario from 2004 which was packaged in a cartridge that included a "rotate" sensor to detect movement. Instead of using the D-pad to maneuver, players moved the Gameboy itself in twisting motions.

   In Wario Land Shake, players hold the Wiimote horizontally and use the d-pad to move Wario across side scrolling levels. However, the game demands the occasional motion-fueled Wiimote shake to perform certain actions to help Wario out. There's an up-and-down motion and a side-to-side rocking motion as well to make Wario perform special moves to conquer foes and obstacles alike. Since Wario is a world traveler, he'll traipse through the desert, swim in the sea, spelunk through underground caverns, and even wander through the jungle. A number of vehicles may also be operated by Wario for added variety in mobility. The preorder detail sheet lists a total of 20 stages in the game.
   Preorders for the Japanese Wii import Wario Land Shake are welcome to ship on July 24, 2008 at JPY5524 or US$55.90 from NCS.
 
 

SS Grey Japan Pad JPN

Clearance: US$29.90/each
 
 SOTD Sega Saturn Grey Pad - All GONE
«©NCSX» We found another bag of official Japanese Sega Saturn pads and composite AV cables in new condition a few days ago. This is probably the third bag of Saturn controllers we've located since 2005. There was some thought about retrofitting the pads with USB cables and selling them as PC or MAC game controllers but we eventually decided against it. Better to sell them as new and unsoiled by human hands.
   Sale Offering: NCS' inventory of Saturn Grey Pads is new, bagged in the original plastic baggie, and in mint condition. Pricing is set at US$29.90 per unit which includes free shipping by USPS Media Mail within the U.S. Japanese Saturn pads are compatible with USA Saturns. Larger Photos
 

 

Target FXP: $45

Summary of the Week
Monday NEWS Reservation start for NDS Rhythm Tengoku Gold, TOY Fantasm Soldier Valis Vol. 1 Gashapon, MISC Star Wars R2-R9 Wastebasket, TRC Rina Koike Official Card Collection, ThePlanet Downtime knocks www.ncsxshop.com offline
Tuesday NEWS Preorders are welcome for NDS Densetsu no Stafi Taiketsu! Daihru Kaizokudan, NDS Tactical Guild,
Wii Survival Kids Wii, Wii Wario Land Shake, ThePlanet Downtime resumes and causes NCS headaches
Wednesday NEWS Shop back up, Preorders start for NDS Blue Dragon Plus, NDS Naruto Shippuuden: Saikyou Ninja Daikesshuu - Gekitou! Naruto vs. Sasuke, NDS Fire Emblem: New Dark Dragon and Light Sword, Japanese Guide Book update
Thursday CD Oshare no Majou Soundtrack  NDS 99 No Namida  PS3 Dragonball Z Burst Limit  Wii Fushigi no Dungeon: Furai no Shiren 3  X360 Ninja Gaiden II
Friday MAG Famitsu Wave DVD [July 2008]  TOYS Creators' Labo #014: Arisa PVC Figure (Another Color), Ikkitousen Kanu Unchou Nurse Figure, One Piece Portrait of Pirates Neo-4, Room Palette Skyrium
TRC Juicy Honey Rookie 2008
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