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NEWS:
Release Announcements 2003
JPN
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A few new imports were confirmed overnight to ship in the
first quarter of 2003. A preview peek for some choice titles
below. In addition, Koei plans a Mega-Hits re-release of Shin
Sangoku Musou 2 and a Shin Sangoku Musou 2 + SSM Mushouden
Megapack on February 6, 2003. Similarly, Hudson re-issues
Bomberman Cart for the Best Collection label on March 6. |
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PS2 |
Kaido Battle |
Genki |
Feb
27, 2003 |
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Join
a subculture of drift kings and race through mountain passes
in Haruna, Nikko, Rokkou and Hakone. Drivers contend with
twisting roads and contentious weather conditions in bids to
roust road competition. Features include accurate engine
emanations when struggling through a turn, asphalt track
prints and camera tricks where rain pelts the lens during
inclement weather. |
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PS2 |
Aerobics Revolution |
Konami |
Mar
13, 2003 |
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The natural progression from video game dancing, which is an
aerobic exercise in its own right, would be video game
aerobics in your living room. In the 80s, Jane Fonda showed
women the ways through VHS and Konami seeks to do the same by
way of PS2. Practice various fitness exercises to the beat of
music and hit the onscreen cues to score well or at least
avoid getting razzed... |
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PS2 |
Petit Copter with Controller |
Aqua
System |
March
13, 2003 |
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Pilot a 1/48 scale miniature model helicopter through indoor
quarters, vertical towers and other wide expanses in this
flight simulator which features actual toy helicopters from
manufacturers. A special flight controller which operates
similarly to the controller that was included with PS2
Flying Circus
will
be packed in with the deluxe box. |
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GC |
Hikaru no Go 3 |
Konami |
March
20, 2003 |
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Based
on the popular manga by Hotta Yumi, Hikaru no Go follows the
tale of Shindou Hikaru who finds a Goban boardgame which is
haunted by a master Go player. The two go on Go tourneys with
Shindou hoping to match his rival Touya Akira whilst the
spirit wishes to attain the "Hand of God." Thus begins a
symbiotic relationship of sorts. |
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