Super new games launch

The Nintendo DS Lite's arrival in the country coincides with a roster of game titles, including Nintendogs, Brain Training, Mario Kart DS and New Super Mario Bros.

The "wow" about Wii

Following its launch in South Africa in October last year, the Nintendo Wii proved to be the most popular third generation home console in the fourth quarter of 2007 in South Africa, outselling Sony Playstation 3 and Microsoft XBox 360 combined in the crucial December holiday shopping season.

Super Mario Galaxy is the latest in a long line of Mario platforms that encourage players to change the way they look at video games. From the amazing diversity of galaxies and a new array of special suits for Mario to the incredible control scheme offered through the Wii Remote, Super Mario Galaxy is the ultimate Mario experience.

Mario is joined by Luigi, Peach, Yoshi, DK and other favourite Nintendo characters in Mario Party 8, as they compete across five brand new game boards and more than 60 new mini games to win the coveted prize: a year's supply of candy!

Other Nintendo titles for the Wii expected to be available in South Africa in the first half of the year include: Big Brain Academy (Feb 08); Metroid Prime 3 Corruption (Feb 08); Mario Strikers Charged Football (Mar 08); Endless Ocean (Mar 08); Mario Kart (May 08); and Super Paper Mario (Jun 08).

For some Lite play...

Now available in South Africa, the Nintendo DS Lite is set to revolutionise handheld gameplay. With two ultra bright screens, 3D graphics, touch-screen technology and wireless communication, players and their friends are challenged anywhere, anytime.

The console brings multiple features together to deliver cutting-edge games for fans of every genre. Pit your wits and test your skills against other players everywhere - from the other side of the room to the other side of the world. A great library of games means there's something for everyone.

Simultaneously, four of the most popular DS Lite game titles are launched in South Africa.

Nintendogs is like having your own living, breathing puppy inside your Nintendo DS Lite. Look after your dog by feeding it and taking it for walks. Play with your pup using tons of different toys. Earn money by winning contests and use it to buy new dogs!

Dr. Kawashima's Brain Training: How Old Is Your Brain? - Inspired by the theories of neuroscientist Dr. Ryuta Kawashima, 'Brain Training' is a collection of simple daily exercises that help stimulate the brain and keep it young.

The acclaimed Mario Kart series has gone wireless, allowing players to race and battle locally with up to eight karts at once. In addition, up to three people situated around the world can play with Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection!

The first all-new 2D Mario platform since Super Mario World has landed! Boasting incredible 3D graphics to accompany classic 2D game play, the fast-paced adventure of New Super Mario Bros. will have fans cheering as they make their way over fields, under water, through castles, and into the air.