Legendary Games Reimagined – Space Invaders Extreme And Arkanoid DS Launch Today

June 17, 2008


LEGENDARY
GAMES REIMAGINED SPACE INVADERS EXTREME AND ARKANOID DS LAUNCH TODAY



TAITO Rewrites Gaming History by Bringing Classic Arcade Games to Handheld
Consoles


TAITO
Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Co., Ltd., announced that
SPACE INVADERS EXTREME and ARKANOID DS were shipped to North American retailers
today.


These
highly anticipated releases are legendary titles reimagined for the 21st
century. SPACE INVADERS®, a worldwide sensation since its original release in
1978, has been reborn as SPACE INVADERS EXTREME for Nintendo DS™
and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system. Celebrating its
30th anniversary, SPACE INVADERS is as addictive as ever, with this
new edition carrying on the classic gameplay experience while adding fast-paced
new twists.  


Meanwhile,
the 1986 blockbuster hit ARKANOID comes exclusively to Nintendo DS with multiple
modes and playful new backgrounds. With ARKANOID DS, players can test their
skills against other DS users through the multiplayer option.


Loved
around the globe for generations, these milestone titles in computer game
history are simply timeless. Both SPACE INVADERS EXTREME and ARKANOID DS were
developed to appeal to fans of the original titles and a new generation of
players alike. The exhilarating arcade experience is now portable and available
on store shelves today.




 
Features:
SPACE INVADERS EXTREME


  • New Look:
    The classic design of the original SPACE INVADERS, now with revamped graphics
    and new background movies that add to the game’s excitement.


  • New
    Music: Get in the groove with upbeat techno tunes that are synched to
    gameplay.


  • New
    Mini-Games: Experience varied gameplay with mini-games (Rounds) that are
    launched mid-game – they add to the fun, and are a good way to rack up points.


  • New
    Twists: Discover exciting twists to the classic game that provide exciting,
    fast-paced game play.


  • New
    Functionalities:


    • DS
      Version



      • Worldwide (Japan, North America and Europe) two player competitive play
        and score ranking available via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.


      • Two
        player wireless competitive play and game sharing available



      • Compatible with Nintendo DS and Nintendo DS™ Lite Rumble Pak


    • PSP
      system Version


      • Two
        player competitive play available via ad hoc wireless connection




Features: ARKANOID DS



  • Explore three game modes that offer varied gameplay designed for a wide range
    of users.



  • Compete against two to four players via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, and enter
    high scores in the ranking system.



  • Decorate ARKANOID DS with colorful designs by trading points gained through
    gameplay for fun backgrounds and icons.



  • Rock to an irresistible soundtrack produced by Zuntata, TAITO’s award-winning
    sound team.



 
SPACE
INVADERS EXTREME is rated E (Everyone). ARKANOID DS is rated E (Everyone).
Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at

www.esrb.org
for more information about ratings.


SPACE
INVADERS EXTREME will be available at North American retailers for the suggested
retail price of $19.99 (USD). The official website can be found at

http://www.taito.com/csm/title/2008/sie/index.html
.


ARKANOID DS
will be available at North American retailers for the suggested retail price of
$19.99 (USD). The official website can be found at

http://www.taito.com/csm/title/2008/arkanoid_ds/index.html.