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Adorable Plush Dolls Available From Japanese eCapcom Store

2007-03-01T22:30:00Z

Sengoku Basara did not make that much of a impact stateside relabeled as Devil Kings (it is often criticized as being too similar story and gameplay wise to Samurai Warriors), but it has proven to be a runaway hit in Japan, most notably with the ladies. Makoto Tsuchibayashi (also character designer for Devil May Cry & Sega's recent Shinobi series) transforms these historical Sengoku-era warriors with his trademark look that makes everyone happy. That is, characters badass enough to satisfy a stereotypical straight male gamer, pretty enough to woo his little sister, yet sexy enough to make her gay BFF blush.

So what does Capcom do with such a successful title? Make tons of merchandise of course! Sengoku Basara is now on everything from stationary to apparel, and is probably currently their most licensed title following Megaman. Available just in time for White Day, Date Masamune, Sanada Yukimura, and Chosokabe Motochika will be immortalized as ADORABLE plush effigies for 2415 yen each.

Also, the plush Amaterasu from Okami that was previously shown at various game shows will be available for purchase if you have an extra 4000 yen lining your sofa.

Elebits Pushes Consumption Of Chocolate Koalas

2007-02-23T13:30:00Z

Lunch hours in grade three where some of the happiest memories of my childhood. I hung out with the only other Asian child in my school, Esther. Every lunch hour we would go to the Korean convenience store that was owned by her aunt (it's still in business today!); and by the time we returned, we would be the most popular kids in class. Our paper grocery bags where often filled with lychee flavored gummies, Pocky, gum balloons that where probably toxic, and most importantly, Koala Yummies.

Konami is also relying on children's innate vulnerability to the chocolate filled koala-shaped snacks to help them push more copies of Elebits. From now until March 12th, residents of Japan can participate in a joint promotional campaign sponsored by Konami and Lotte Confectionery.

The prizes for the campaign include a copy of the Elebits game, Elebits apparel, stuffed dolls, small kitchen appliances (!!!), and 1 of 25 Nintendo Wii consoles. Although the contest is only open to residents of Japan, anyone can play the Elebits flash game required to qualify for entry. All you gotta do is collect 1000 watts to obtain the password to enter the draw. Beats a skill-testing math question, doesn't it?

Elebits x Lotte Flash Game [Konami]

Campaign Home Page [Konami]

Viewtiful Joe In Full 3-D

2007-02-16T14:00:00Z

Unless you had VFX Slo-Mo activated, chances are you missed out on the Viewtiful Joe action figure sets that flew off toystore shelves. Sold only at select retailers in very small quantities, these Joe figures are so hard to find, a search on eBay comes up completely dry. Action figure manufacturer Jazwares (who also carries several other videogame licenses such as Mortal Kombat and Megaman) announced at the New York Toy Fair that the show is over for the Viewtiful Joe figure line. A second series was planned, but will now never see the light of day.

It looks like you will have to resort to acrylic paint and a Red Power Ranger figure if you want Joe standing majestically on top of your computer monitor.

It Was Viewtiful Knowing You [Figures.com]

A Little Friend For Solid Snake

2007-02-12T11:30:00Z

Raiden has a rough history. Disappointed with the lack of Solid Snake in Metal Gear Solid 2, players took their anger on the serial handjob target, Raiden. Their strong man-crushes on Snake caused turmoil and conflicting emotions about the new boy on the block. But attitudes changed overnight when clips where released of Metal Gear Solid 4. One look at the "new" ninja Raiden jumping and slashing his way through Metal Gears in his ultra-high platform heels, and the hearts of fanboys/girls where stolen.

Now that Raiden is more popular than ever, Medicom and Sideshow Toys unveiled a new Metal Gear Solid 4 dolly to celebrate! He comes dressed in his new ninja suit with adjustable visor, weapons, and accessories. From the looks of it, the outfit is not removable like most Medicom products dressed in elaborate armor. So for those of you planning on dressing Raiden up like Rhett Butler to go out on dates with Barbie (or Ken), it looks like you're out of luck. I can't be the only one thinking about this, can I?

Details are sketchy at this point, but expect both Raiden and Solid Snake to hit the stores in the last quarter of the year. Medicom figures are usually premium priced at 12000-20000 Yen, but American retailers should be able to sell the figures at a lesser cost, thanks to local distributor Sideshow Toys who price their figures accordingly.

I do have to admit that Solid Snake has the better butt though.

Keep your eyes peeled for more Toyfair updates right here on Gaygamer.net!

Source: Figures.com

Ubisoft Boosts Canadian Economy

2007-02-10T16:30:00Z

Interested in a new job, and don't mind moving to a place where gay marriage is legal as Charo? Then look no further than Ubisoft's recruitment website.

CTV broadcasting cooperation reports that Montreal based Ubisoft is willing to invest approximately $400 million dollars over the next six years in order to beef up their payroll. The software company has plans to create short films based on its licensed properties such as Assassin's Creed; and predicts it will need 500 graphic and CGI specialists for this project alone. Furthermore, they will need to create approximately 1,000 new positions in order to meet unforeseen demand of other upcoming projects.

The announcement was made in the presence of provincial and federal officials in an effort to create visibility of the booming job market in Canada. This news came as a big surprise to market analysts that predicted a slow down in new job creation.

You know there's a serious labor shortage when your local Micky D's and Tim Horton's have signboards promising scholarships and begging for help.

Ubisoft Press Release

Source: CTV.ca

Hurt The One You Love On Valentine's Day With a Wii

2007-02-08T01:30:00Z

EBGames.com is promoting a Valentine's campaign for the Nintendo Wii. The offer includes two different bundles that include four games each, free shipping on all Wii games, and a chance to win the console. But attached to this campaign is a banner that illustrates Wario's apparent love of cute Elf boys, and a very strange (and grave) disclaimer:

Don't Hurt The Ones Wii Love
Use the Wii Remote without causing serious injury or death.

1. Make sure you have plenty of room around you before playing.
2. Stay at least an arm's length away from your neighbor.
3. Put the animals outside.
4. Keep bactine handy.

Don't forget to use the Wii Remote strap.

1. Related to the above, proper strap safety must be observed.
2. Always use the strap when operating the Wii-mote.
3. If our Wii remote controller was one of the initial produced, you may be eligible for a new strap directly from Nintendo.

Forget me not.

1. Memory cards are critical to keep your gaming memories alive.
2. Download and store games and game saves to memory.
3. Edit and store photos on memory cards.

They mention Bactine but not Ben Gay? Is this corperate scheming at work? Well, I certainly have no time to ponder trifle issues like that. Right now I have to put my clown fish outside before I play Wario Ware: Smooth Moves.

Games Wii Love splash on EB Games.com

Manner Guide Politely Curtsies To The DS

2007-02-06T12:30:00Z

Emily Post would be proud.

Taito (publisher of Cooking Mama) has collaborated with professional manner lecturer, Hiroko Nishide, to help the Nintendo generation figure out difference between a salad, supper, and seafood fork by infiltrating their favorite gaming device: The Nintendo DS. My Happy Manners Book will help you to become the perfect lady through illustrated stories, quizzes, and a built-in encyclopedia. The program even features a customized manner curriculum based on your age and previous experience. And yes, Happy Manners will show you where the supper fork belongs in proximity to the Royal Doulton via a touch-screen demonstration.

My Happy Manners Book will be available in Japan on April 7th. A domestic release seems unlikely at this point; so if you're a little rough around the edges and have a débutante ball to attend in May, I would recommend importing this title.

Hopefully, this will start a new trend of domestic training software as my dream of a videogame starring Heloise is just that much more viable now. Now the question is: Is it polite to tap the touch screen in public?

Chulip Kisses America On Valentine's Day

2007-01-13T21:20:00Z

Five years ago today, Chulip was released in Japan on the PS2. Many media sources, print and on-line, covered this import title because of the sheer bizarreness of the premise. It was hyped to Katamari Damancy proportions and would often be described as Grand Theft Auto with kissing. It was soon announced that Chulip would be localized for American consumers. Alas, the game fell off the pending release date lists and would be forgotten about for another three years.

Fortunately, it seems Natsume has finished translating all 50 multi-platform Harvest Moon titles, and will finally release Chulip on Valentine’s day as a Gamestop and EB Games exclusive title.

In Chulip, you move into a small town that has an ancient legend of a magical tree that will grant you eternal love if you kiss your lover underneath it. You must build your reputation as a citizen by helping out fellow townies, and hopefully reach your goal of snogging the girl you have your eyes set on. Eerily similar to my ultimate goal in life, with some minor variations.

Chulip Official Website [Natsume]

Slab Of Beefcake Turbo Alpha II

2007-01-06T16:25:00Z

The post-holiday season depresses many with cold temperatures (unless you live on the eastern seaboard), sparse daylight, and videogame releases far and few between. To lighten up your day, I rummaged through the atrium at the Gay Gamer Library & Recreation Center and found this deliciously twisted image of Ryu from Street Fighter being held captive by Skullomania surrounded by skullicized versions of the other fighters.

Just where is that latex gloved-hand going to go? Hit the jump for a possible answer.

]]> I highly recommened checking out Capcom Design Works published by Enterbrain. Not only does it feature original Capcom character designs and advertisements, but many of the pieces show Ryu in various states of undress… for some reason.

Dead Or Alive: What Does It Matter With 19% Interest?

2006-12-20T06:16:00Z

It is a well known fact that ninjas should cover their tracks. This is why I don’t understand why Ryu Hayabusa would carry a credit card; especially when he’s trying to destroy a large corperation like DOATEC, who is probably in cahoots with a large financial institution (like…Orico!) that can trace his every purchase.

“Fifteen exploding arrows bought at Muramasa’s? Uh huh. We better get the ‘copters ready…”

Anyhoo, you too can smack it on plastic just like Hayabusa. Japanese financial institution Orico and Tecmo are offering Dead Or Alive Mastercards featuring Kasumi, Ayane, or Hitomi to celebrate a jiggly 10 years of the series. And to sweeten the deal, you also get exclusive Dead Or Alive Xtreme trading cards with your order. Better than a free tethered pen? You decide.

For applications, go visit the DOA 10th Anniversary page (Japanese). Applications are free of charge, but please allow 3-4 weeks for delivery. Or if you can’t wait to buy a $12,000 PS3 on eBay, simply use Hayabusa’s card number that has been mysteriously leaked in the image above.

Image courtesy of Impress Watch.

Slip A Pink One On Your Wii

2006-12-06T22:02:00Z

Gaming on the Wii can be a fun activity, but it can also be a hazardous one as well. To ensure that playtime is also funtime, Cyber gadget is releasing a Wiimote Jacket. So many gamers are playing with their Wiimotes unprotected, but this causes numerous health risks. The Wiimote jacket provides a firm grip on the device, preventing tragedies such as accidentally hitting your friend with horn-rimmed glasses in the face . Plus, it’s also more hygienic to slip one on.

Make sure you roll the silicone sheath completely over your Wiimote by pulling at the base to ensure maximum coverage and pleasure. It will feel like nothing is there at all if applied properly!

The Wiimote jacket comes in five fun colors and retails for 980 yen.

Source: Impress game Watch

Hats Off To Mario And Luigi

2006-11-28T21:40:00Z

When you cosplay as Mario, do strangers mistake you for another run-of-the-mill ‘stached Italian plumber? Confirm your identity as a Smash Brother Superstar with the authentic Mario cap! Or if you aspire to be a little more low-key (or perhaps you’re just tall and thin), Luigi’s cap is also available for purchase.

New York based videogame importer NCS are pre-selling these babies for $29. Unfortunately, they are not due out until April, so it is not possible to scream “NINTENDO SIXTY PHOAAAAAAR!!” this holiday season whilst wearing authentic Nintendo headgear to amplfy the effect.

Available at NCSX.com

Gift Suggestions From The Freudian Catalogue

2006-11-23T16:21:00Z

Thanksgiving officially kick-starts the holiday shopping frenzy, so what’s a better way to start the season than some gift giving suggestions for your loved ones?

I present to you Dora Aquapet. Aquapets are interactive toys that palpitate via vibrations in the liquid they are incased in. It is also possible to excite the pet if the user says just the right thing near the speaker located at the base. Being that Dora loves it when you speak Spanish you have learned, “muy buenoooooo!” should suffice.

Once available at Amazon on-line, the device seems to have sold out due to popularity, or have possibly been recalled for reasons unknown. Recommended for external use only.

Source: Gizmodo

Mario Dolls Up Mobile Phones

2006-11-22T17:24:00Z

Marvel and Capcom. Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. He-Man and She-Ra. Laverne and Shirley. These are examples of great collaborations. But one dream team mash-up of mine was yet to be realized: What if Rose O’Neill’s Kewpie Dolls and Mario worked together? Thanks to Kewpie aficionados StrapYa my dream is one step closer to reality.

These fan-made keychains are not officially endorsed by the Nintengods, but Japan is much more relaxed when it comes to trademarked properties; So long as there’s love put into the product. Also check out the awesome flash animation at StrapYa and browse the selection of other characters that got Kewpized.

PSP: Pink Does More Than You Think

2006-11-05T07:30:00Z

It’s common knowledge that chicks are drawn to any pink item, regardless of quality or usefulness (kidding!). So Sony is pulling out all the bubblegum pink stops in hopes of garnering attention from the casual (and affluent) female gamer.

To help launch the new PSP color variants, Sony collaborated with luxury soft goods company Samantha Thavasa. Whilst not a very visible brand on this side of the shores, this Japanese company has had massive success thanks to ad campaigns featuring American celebrities. They have even offered Nikki Hilton a job as a bag designer which helped the brand launch in New York recently.
Samantha Thavasa will produce a line of hot pink items such as a leather clutch for the PSP (About 150 bucks), a rabbit fur strap, and a heart charm strap (both items just shy of $80 each). Of course pulling out a standard-issue black PSP out of your clutch would be a catastrophe on scale with wearing Versace underwear with Armani socks, so you need a entirely new equally grotesque pink unit. Yours for another 20,790 yen. The only things missing in this picture is a matching PVC halter dress and teased wig. I’m waiting Sony…

Source: Impress Watch