Windjammers: Limited Edition Flying Power Disc!

Windjammers is headed our way... yes, but get your hands on the Flying Power Disc Frisbee collectible from Wham-O while it's hot. We've had the pleasure receiving one from Wham-O and to be honest... the hardest thing to decide is... should we play with it or preserve it. Decisions! - Blu

Go Out and Play Windjammers: Wham-O Brings the Arcade to the Backyard With its Limited Edition Replica of the Flying Power Disc

DotEmu and Wham-O Release a Real-Life Windjammers Frisbee® in Celebration of the Arcade Game’s Re-Launch for PlayStation

Two of the most iconic games are joining forces. Wham-O, the legendary toy brand and creator of the original Frisbee®, announces it will be releasing a special edition Windjammers 175g Frisbee® in celebration of the classic nineties arcade game’s re-release for PS4 and PSVita on August 29. Wham-O’s real-life version of Windjammer’s “Flying Power Disc” will be sold exclusively at Fangamer.com for the next month.

“We are super excited to be partnering with DotEmu as they re-launch one of everyone’s favorite arcade games,” says Olyvia Pronin, marketing director of Wham-O. “Now, fans of the game can enjoy Windjammers both on the screen and in their backyards.”

Originally launched in 1994, Windjammers is a sports arcade game in which players hurl a flying disc back and forth in various settings. French video game company DotEmu recently announced it would be re-launching the game exclusively for PlayStation, and soon after, partnered with Wham-O in hopes of creating a real-life replica of the game’s flying disc.

Wham-O’s limited edition Windjammers Frisbee challenges Frisbee fans and Windjammers enthusiasts alike to practice, perform, and compete using all of their favorite moves from the game beyond the screen.

“Wham-O is all about active outdoor play, which is why we were especially enthusiastic about bringing Windjammers’ flying disc to life,” said Pronin. “It is an absolute must-have collectible for any fan of this awesome game.”

In addition to launching the original Frisbee, Wham-O is also the company behind several other classic toys including Hula Hoop®, Hacky Sack®, and Slip ‘N Slide®.

For more information, please visit http://www.wham-o.com, and to sign up for the purchase of the original limited edition Windjammers 175g Frisbee by Wham-O today, visit https://www.fangamer.com.

Brought to you by... DotEmu & WHAM-O!

Shantae: Pirate Queen’s Quest

Shantae: Half-Genie Hero – Pirate Queen’s Quest!    Name: Shantae: Pirate Queen’s Quest Publisher/Developer: WayForward, XSEED Release Date: Available 8/29/2017 Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Wii U, PS4, PSVita, Xbox One, and Steam Players: Single Player Price: $9.99 USD Play the role of the bodacious buccaneer Risky Boots in Shantae: Pirate Queen’s Quest, the first major expansion to the critically acclaimed Shantae: Half-Genie Hero! About: Raise anchor and prepare your body for a total re-imagining of the base game’s play style, theme, and storyline. You’ve played the genie-half, now experience the other side of the story! As the villainous pirate Risky Boots, your quest is to travel the world in search of the components needed to conquer Sequin Land and defeat the Half-Genie brat!

Game Features: The fan-favorite control scheme from Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse returns, placing a plethora of pirate skills right at your fingertips! Take on any world in any order! Slice your foes to ribbons with Risky’s Scimitar, or blast away with her Pistol! Collect and master Risky’s Pirate Gear! Bomb Shot, Grappling Hook, Hat Glide, Cannon Jump, and more! Deploy your Tinkerbat crewmen to turn the tide of battle! Collect Cursed Magic to customize Risky’s abilities any way you like! Includes brand new monsters and classic foes, now in HD! New puzzles, storylines, and game endings! NOTE: This product was crowd-funded by fans that generously backed multiple tiers of bonus content, including this expanded content! Thank you to all of our Backers!

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From the Source: Nintendo eShop action + Marvelous + Xseed... going in!

E3 is preparing for landing.

June 9, 2016 13:00 UTC

Nintendo News: Nintendo Download Highlights New Digital Content for Nintendo Systems

REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following featured content:

Kirby: Planet Robobot will be available on June 10. (Graphic: Business Wire)

• Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS
  • Kirby: Planet Robobot – The pink puffball is back and ready to kick some bot! Harness the power of a mysterious mech to stop ruthless invaders from mechanizing Kirby’s home world. Smash through tough obstacles, lift heavy objects with ease and scan enemies to shape-shift into new Modes with powerful abilities in this supercharged action-platformer. Kirby: Planet Robobot will be available on June 10.
    
• Nintendo eShop on Wii U
  • The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 – Experience a new adventure from KING Art, creators of The Book of Unwritten Tales, The Critter Chronicles and The Raven – Legacy of a Master Thief. The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 is a fantasy story with more than 20 hours of playtime, filled with trademark humor that lovingly spoofs your favorite fantasy worlds. Solve hundreds of weird puzzles, meet an ensemble of quirky characters and enjoy an epic orchestral soundtrack. Click here to view the trailer.
    
  • Olympia Rising – It takes the heart of a true hero to escape the Underworld. Jump, climb, slash and incinerate your way through each stage to make your way to Mount Olympus. Click here to view the trailer.
• Virtual Console on Wii U
  • Wario: Master of Disguise – Wario never lets a get-rich-quick scheme pass him by. After stealing a magic wand that turns its owner into a Master of Disguise, Wario becomes a master thief who uses disguises to help him steal everything in his path. Use the power of the disguise to explore, attack and hunt for treasure. The all-powerful Wishstone awaits!

Activities:

• Nintendo eShop Sale – A sale is on the way, and My Nintendo members will get a special bonus. Become a My Nintendo member and set yourself up for the best savings by:
  • Creating a Nintendo Account
  • Linking your Nintendo Network ID to your Nintendo Account
  • Making sure you access Nintendo eShop on your Wii U or Nintendo 3DS system at least once prior to purchase
  Learn more about the sale by visiting http://e3.nintendo.com/#section-my-nintendo.

• Hyrule Warriors Legends Free Companion Fairy Now Available! – A Fairy comes bearing gifts! To thank you all for playing the Hyrule Warriors Legends game, a free SpotPass download including a new Fairy companion, Lazuli, extra Rupees and more fairy Food is now available! Lazuli will surely prove to be a stalwart ally, aiding you with her skills and magic!

Nintendo eShop sales:

• Nintendo eShop on Wii U and Nintendo 3DS
  • Grumpy Reaper (Wii U), Soccer Up Online (Nintendo 3DS) and more games from Enjoy Up are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT onJune 30.
  • AeternoBlade (Nintendo 3DS) and Wicked Monsters Blast! HD+ (Wii U) from Corecell Technologies are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PTon June 30.
  • The Delusions of Von Sottendorf and His Square Mind (Nintendo 3DS) and The Rivers of Alice: Extended Version (Wii U) from Delirium Studios Evolution are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 16.
  • Word Puzzles by POWGI (Wii U and Nintendo 3DS) is 20 percent off (reduced from $9.99 to $7.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 16.
• Nintendo eShop on Wii U
  • Job the Leprechaun is 66 percent off (reduced from $2.99 to 99 cents) until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 30.
  • FreezeME is more than 25 percent off (reduced from $13.99 to $9.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 23.
• Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS
  • Big Hero 6 Battle in the Bay, Goosebumps: The Game and more games from Gamemill Entertainment are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on July 11.
  • Musicverse: Electronic Keyboard is 50 percent off (reduced from $7.99 to $3.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on July 2.
  • Retro City Rampage DX is 25 percent off (reduced from $19.99 to $4.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 23.
  • 3D After Burner II, 3D Gunstar Heroes and more games from SEGA are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 20.
  • Rytmik Ultimate and The Keep from CINEMAX are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 30.
  • The Legend of Dark Witch, KAMI and more games from CIRCLE Ent. are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 30.

New DLC:

• Fire Emblem Fates – New DLC Maps: End: Lost in the Waves – The next generation assaults their ultimate foe. The Heirs of Fate finale for the Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright and Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest games is now available for $1.99.

• Fire Emblem Fates – Map Pack 2 DLC – Across dimensions, other versions of the Hoshidan and Nohrian children are under attack. Born and raised in the Deeprealms, these fledgling warriors must now rise up to save themselves and their parents as they unravel the mystery of their adversaries. In this six-map series for the Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright and Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest games, units leveled up in the main game cannot lend support. Devise a strategy using a fresh team and reap the rewards, but only if all of your units survive. You can receive all six maps by purchasing Map Pack 2 for only $7.99.

Theme Shop on Nintendo 3DS:

• New themes this week include:
  • Kirby: Planet Robobot: Robobot Armor Activate!

Also new this week:

• Dan McFox: Head Hunter (Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS)
• Puzzle Labyrinth (Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS)

We are honored to announce our exciting lineup of games that will be shown for the first time at the 2016 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) June 14 - 16 in Los Angeles. Revealed today are Fate/EXTELLA: The Umbral Star for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and PlayStation®Vita handheld entertainment system, and STORY OF SEASONS: Trio of Towns for the Nintendo 3DS™ family of systems. We will additionally showcase The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and "PSVita" system, Corpse Party for the Nintendo 3DS™ family of systems, and recently announced indie games Shantae: Half-Genie Hero for PS4™, Wii U™, and "PSVita", Touhou: Scarlet Curiosity for PS4™, and Exile's End for PS4™, Wii U, and "PSVita." Also announced to our lineup today was the addition of AKIBA'S BEAT, for the PS4™ and "PSVita", currently set for a Winter 2016 launch. More information about the game will be made available at E3. Our booth will be located in the West Hall, #5000. The following titles have not yet been rated by the ESRB unless stated otherwise. Fate/EXTELLA: The Umbral Star PlayStation®4 and  "PSVita"  [Release: Winter] Expanding upon the extensive and much-beloved Fate universe with a standalone story from acclaimed series writer Kinoko Nasu (of Fate/stay night fame),Fate/EXTELLA: The Umbral Star, developed by Marvelous Inc., transpires through a diverse cast of "Servants" - ancient warriors of legend and imagination, in loyal service to their Masters - who survived the Holy Grail War that took place on the Moon. In a future ruled by the all-powerful lunar super computer Moon Cell Automaton, these champions now duke it out for dominance over this digital realm, known as "SE.RA.PH." This story takes place after the events described inFate/EXTRA, and depicts the world after that previous Holy Grail War. Players will experience the story from the independent perspectives of the three heroine Servants and face off in fast-paced action against foes from a variety of Fate productions, including characters from Fate/stay night, Fate/Apocrypha and Fate/Grand Order. A new form change battle mechanic debuts in this entry to match its series-first gameplay style, transforming the player-controlled Servants and granting them considerable powers that allow them to devastate enemies and take formidable challenges head-on. Story of Seasons: Trio of Towns Nintendo 3DS™  [Release: 2017] In celebration of the upcoming 20th anniversary of gaming's longest-running farming and life simulation series, this newest entry in the beloved Bokujo Monogatari franchise - now known as STORY OF SEASONS in the West - delivers the biggest adventure yet in STORY OF SEASONS: Trio of Towns. Settled on a homestead in the middle of three distinct and uniquely themed locales, players can explore a diverse landscape as they search for new ways to grow their farms and friendships. Extensive customization and gameplay options are on offer in Trio of Towns, with each village offering its own variety of regional crops, lads and ladies to romance, animals, festivals, furniture, decorations and more. More ways to play sprout up as players connect to one another locally or via the internet to chat, trade, and enhance items on a mysterious multiplayer island. The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II PlayStation®3 and  "PSVita"     [Release: Fall 2016] The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II picks up one month after the decisive collision which changed the fate of the entire nation at the conclusion of Trails of Cold Steel. Speedy, tactical turn-based combat with the newly-developed "ARCUS" system returns with all the bells and whistles players fondly remember alongside a new Overdrive mode, new means of transportation covering both land and sky, new allies, new dangers, and a renewed sense of hope as Rean tirelessly works to right the wrongs that have led the country to disarray. Cross-Save functionality between the game's "PSVita" and PS3™ editions returns, and clear data from the first game grants bonus stats and extra items. In addition, relationships cultivated during the earlier time players spent at Thors Military Academy affect future story elements and allow for more personalized conversations throughout the game. Corpse PartyNintendo 3DS™   [Release: Summer 2016]  In the critically acclaimed cult hit Corpse Party, players take control of a group of Japanese high school students who inadvertently engage in a pagan ritual and find themselves inexplicably transported into a whole other space: an inescapable echo of a long-since demolished school building where a series of brutal murders once took place. Presented using crisp 2D sprite graphics in a classic 16-bit style, Corpse Party is brought to life with gruesome and horrifyingly detailed portraits and art stills, vividly descriptive text, and binaural 3D audio when played with headphones for a more immersive audioscape. Players' nerves will be thoroughly tested in this horror adventure, which provides a uniquely engrossing and terrifying story-driven experience. Remastered from the 2011 PSP game, the Nintendo 3DS rendition of Corpse Party will feature redrawn, high-resolution character sprites, newly arranged music tracks, and 3D art stills, as well as four new Extra Chapters exclusive to this version that provide insight into lesser-shown characters and plot elements previously left unexplained. June 8, 2016 12:00 UTC Nintendo News: Nintendo Gives Fans Ways to Stay Engaged with Its E3-Related Activities REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Nintendo is getting ready for the E3 video game trade show in Los Angeles next week, and wants to help fans stay engaged with all the Nintendo news and action from the show. Here’s a rundown of some of Nintendo’s activities before and during the show: Nintendo's kickoff to the E3 trade show begins at 9 a.m. PT, with an introduction by Nintendo of America President and COO Reggie Fils-Aime and the world's first look at live gameplay of The Legend of Zelda game for the Wii U console. (Graphic: Business Wire) June 8 The Legend of Zelda Twitter campaign for Miitomo in-app gifts: Miitomo users should check @NintendoAmerica on Twitter today for a special tweet kicking off a collaboration between the mobile app and the Legend of Zelda franchise. If the tweet gets a combined 10,000 retweets worldwide, Nintendo will issue a “Link’s new hair wig” as an in-app gift to all users of Nintendo’s Miitomo mobile app. If it gets 20,000 combined retweets, Nintendo will give all Miitomo users a “Link wig” in theMiitomo app. June 14 More of The Legend of Zelda in Miitomo: Miitomo will continue its celebration of The Legend of Zelda with a themed Miitomo Drop game that will give players the chance to win TheLegend of Zelda-themed in-app gear for their Mii character. Players will also be able to use Miitomo coins in Miitomo to purchase The Legend of Zelda collaboration items. An additional The Legend of Zelda collaboration gift will be available on the My Nintendo website, and players can exchange their My Nintendo Platinum Points for this item. Nintendo Treehouse: Live – Day 1: Nintendo’s kickoff to the E3 trade show begins at 9 a.m. PT, with an introduction by Nintendo of America President and COO Reggie Fils-Aime and the world’s first look at live gameplay of The Legend of Zeldagame for the Wii U console. Viewers can also catch the first live gameplay of the Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon games. Watch Nintendo Treehouse: Live via Nintendo’s channels on YouTube and Twitch, as well as on http://e3.nintendo.com. Nintendo eShop sale: Starting at 11 a.m. PT until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 21, Nintendo is offering discounts on some of its most popular games as a special treat for fans. My Nintendo members who are signed in will also get a special bonus if they buy select games included in the sale. Anyone who hasn’t signed up for My Nintendo yet is encouraged to do so now to avoid the E3 rush. To get the extra discount, My Nintendo members must link their Nintendo Account to their Nintendo Network ID and access Nintendo eShop on their device at least once before they make a purchase. The discounted games can be purchased in Nintendo eShop or at http://e3.nintendo.com. Details about the discounts can also be found at http://e3.nintendo.com. June 15 Nintendo Treehouse: Live – Day 2: Starting at 10 a.m. PT, the Nintendo Treehouse: Live programming will showcase upcoming Wii U and Nintendo 3DS games, including Monster Hunter Generations from Capcom, Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past and Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE. The day will start with a special Pokémon GO developer Q&A. Watch all of Nintendo’s action from the E3 show floor via Nintendo’s channels on YouTube and Twitch, as well as on http://e3.nintendo.com.

From the Source: Square-Enix... Final Fantasy fest!

You can consider this post a Final Fantasy fest... as we make our way closer and closer to E3 2016!

WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY’S EPIC JOURNEY COMING TO PLAYSTATION®4 AND PLAYSTATION®VITA THIS FALL The Wonderful World of Grymoire Shines in New E3 Trailer

LOS ANGELES (June 6, 2016) – Welcoming a new generation of gamers, SQUARE ENIX®’s WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY™ is set to release in North America for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and PlayStation®Vita handheld entertainment system on October 25, 2016. The newly released English-language trailer offers fans a fresh glimpse of the game, featuring iconic FINAL FANTASY® monsters and adorable heroes. The trailer expands the FINAL FANTASY universe for a new generation of players while also providing long-time players a nostalgia-filled journey to the series’ roots. (Looking for a new wallpaper for your cellphone? Hows about the image below?) In WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY, players lead a pair of twins, Reynn and Lann, through the land of Grymoire on a search to rediscover their lost memories. Throughout their adventure, players will collect, raise and battle adorable beings of classic FINAL FANTASY lore, including cactuar, chocobo® and behemoth, to create customizable, strategic tower combinations to take on the most challenging of opponents.                                                 + FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE BRINGS NEVER-BEFORE-AVAILABLE JOB SYSTEM TO THE WEST Newly Remastered Title Offers Gorgeous High-Definition Visuals, Sound and Modern Gameplay Advancements LOS ANGELES (June 6, 2016) – Fans can finally experience the world of Ivalice like never before with FINAL FANTASY® XII THE ZODIAC AGE, an HD remaster of FINAL FANTASY XII. Announced for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system today, the title will give western audiences the first opportunity to experience the Zodiac Job System, a 12-job character progression system first introduced in the 2007 title, FINAL FANTASY XII INTERNATIONAL ZODIAC JOB SYSTEM. Additional features include: ·         Latest-generation high-definition graphical capabilities, including characters and movie scenes fully remastered in high-definition. ·         True 7.1 surround sound, including high-definition voicing and newly recorded background music utilizing the current generation of sound production. ·         Option to switch between the original and the newly remastered soundtrack. ·         New trial mode where players can take on monsters and enemies in up to 100 successive battles ·         Modern gameplay advancements including PlayStation ® 4 system trophy support and share functionalities, auto-save and shortened loading times ·         An endless amount of gameplay and adventure including hunts, battles, and mini-games  Hands-on opportunities with the game will be available at the Square Enix booth at this year’s E3. FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE will be coming to the PlayStation®4 system in 2017. +

STEEL CLASHES AGAINST FANG IN FINAL FANTASY XIV PATCH 3.3 Dragonsong War Storyline Comes to Epic Conclusion; New Playable Content including 24-player Raid and Challenging Dungeons.

LOS ANGELES (June 7, 2016) – The end to the long, bloody Dragonsong War is near as SQUARE ENIX® today released the latest update for FINAL FANTASY® XIV Patch 3.3, “Revenge of the Horde.” A host of exciting new content awaits fans of the highly-acclaimed online title, including: ●      Main Scenario Quests: Revenge of the Horde marks the epic conclusion to the Dragonsong War storyline. Nidhogg has cried out for vengeance, and his brethren have raised their voices for the final chorus of the Dragonsong War ●      The Final Steps of Faith: A new 8-player trial pits adventurers against the great wyrm Nidhogg in an explosive final confrontation ●      Two New High-Level Dungeons: Players will be put to the test in Sohr Khai, a long deserted palace resting atop the clouds now overrun by bird and beast, and Hullbreaker Isle (Hard), a dungeon which has been repurposed as a training ground for Maelstrom recruits ●      The Weeping City of Mhach: Continuing the Void Ark storyline, the newest 24-player alliance raid tasks players with exploring the ruins of the fabled city of Mhach—a civilization whose prosperity was built upon unparalleled magicks of destruction ●      Aquapolis: Players can test their luck and obtain special rewards in this new type of bonus dungeon that appears occasionally after completing treasure hunts ●      The Fields of Glory (Shatter): A new frontline PvP encounter, where up to 72 players will once again do battle for their Grand Company as they attempt to stake their claim on ancient Allagan relics ●      Chronicles of a new Era: The Warring Triad : The Warring Triad storyline continues as the Garlean Empire’s loyal servant Regula van Hydrus continues to look for ways to harness their primal powers ●      Moogle Beast Tribe Quests: Help the moogles™ restore Zenith to its former glory by assisting in various crafting-related tasks and earn new furnishings, minions, and mount ●      Further Hildibrand Adventures: What shocking secrets will players uncover when they accompany Hildibrand—agent of enquiry, inspector extraordinaire—to the Holy See of Isghard in an effort to help the wayward mammet Gigi regain its memories ●      Raid Finder: Players can now be matched automatically with other experienced players across multiple Worlds, to challenge and practice savage level raids, the hardest encounters Eorzea® has to offer ●      Anima Weapons: Continuing the Anima storyline, players will be able to upgrade specific aspects of their ever-evolving Anima weapon ●      Recommended Gear Feature : Optimal gear may now be selected from inventory for any class or job with the simple press of a button ●      New mounts, hairstyles, crafting recipes, emotes and more. Further details on Patch 3.3, Revenge of the Horde, are available at:  http://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/pr/special/3_3_Revenge_Of_The_Horde/