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November 16, 1998


  Namco has cited an underproduction in their Ridge Racer Type 4 with Jogcon special package and supplies may be short for pre-orders on December 03. NCS has shifted our sourcing for this item over four vendors instead of the usual two. As such, we do not anticipate any change in our pre-order schedule and everyone who has reserved the item will receive it on time.
   Hori will release their version of the Playstation Dual Shock pad on December 17. Cost advantages are minor, but Hori's products are always of top-notch quality and matches Sony's own products very well. A variety of colors will launch at the debut with retail price at US$25.
   The first Dreamcast only magazine has been announced by the publisher of Sega Saturn Weekly. Aptly titled Dreamcast Magazine, the first issue will ship in December. Subscriptions may be ordered now for the first issue. Please note that NCS' minimum on new subscriptions is three months for any periodical. Retail for the new magazine remains at the standard US$10 per issue.

Candy Toy of the Day

Pokemon mini plush toy $5

   The Pokemon candy toys that we have sold thus far have come in the plastic shell variety. This Pokemon Toy goes au natural and gives the monsters furry hides and somewhat moveable limbs. Just like Mother Nature intended.
Candy Toy Pokemon
   Super Famicom consoles and cartridges are still some of the more highly requested items from our customer base. Here then is a listing of SFC stock that is still available from Japan. Please allow two weeks for delivery of the items posted.
R-Type Delta for the Playstation is expected on Thursday. The classic shooters R-Type, R-Type 2, R-Type 3 and R-Type Leo remain dear to many shooter fans. NCS will post full details of the new game in the venerable franchise when it arrives later this week. A non-playable demo we received last week looked brilliant enough. We expect greatness.
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NCS What's New for the Week of November 16, 1998