| PS
Heiwa Parlor Pro Inakappe Taisho Special |
US$53 |
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Telenet pumps out pachinko simulations by the fistful each year. To the casual, or jaded
observer, it would seem that it's deja vu all over again whenever a new edition is
unleashed. Not so, just as every shooter has it's own nuances, power-up systems, and
patterns to memorize, every pachinko release and included board sets have individual
style, patterns, and niggles to master. Pachinko is a popular amusement game in Japan. The
general populace of Japan can enjoy a Pachinko game in various amusement places whereas
video arcades are usually geared towards the younger crowd or a jet set society... |
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| PS
Yukyu Kumikyoku All Star Project |
US$58 |
| As
the leader of a military police force, the player engages in maintaining the peace as well
as keeping the general population happy. Public support is good for any public service.
Maintaining good relationships with your team members is another perogative in the game.
Yukyu Kumikyoku brings together 42 characters from Yukyu Gensokyoku Vols. 1 through 3 in
this new adventure. The view follows the 3-D overhead isometric vantage point and
animation cut scenes are plentiful to narrate key points in the adventure. Recommended for
fans of previous Yukyu games who are familiar with the characters, charm, and style of
play. |
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| Handheld
Bemani |
US$39 |
Konami
unleases the new Beatmania Pocket 2000 handheld on the Bemania crazed market. The new
shell is skeleton black which allows for the inspection of solder points, green pcboard
and other internal components of the unit. New songs introduced in this version include:
20, november
Luv to Me
Keep on Movin'
NaHaNaHa vs Gatchoon Battle
Lovin' you
Five buttons dot the center of the unit and a working mini turntable scratches on
the right. A pair of headphones is included so that mixmasters can play without disturbing
friends and neighbors. Pricing is set at US$39 and this model replaces all
other models on our on-line store. |
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| Felonious
Punks |
Shady |
Motorcyclists
rob 2 boys of new Dragon Quest video game - TOKYO, Aug. 26 2000
Motorcyclists robbed two boys of their new Dragon Quest VII video
games in separate incidents Saturday, the first day the game went on sale, according to
police.
One of the robberies took place in the Osugi district of Edogawa Ward
in Tokyo, police said. A 15-year old boy was riding his bicycle home after buying the game
when thieves approached at around 11:10 a.m. on small motorcycles. |
Similar stories emerged from Japan when the PS2 hit the scene.
Young boys were robbed of their new PS2 trophies a few blocks from the stores in which
they purchased their uberconsoles. The suspects remain at large and authorities are at a
loss. Fear it. |
| Concise story from Kyodo World Service |
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