Mattel has released a new video game for the tween-girl franchise, Monster High. In the new game, Monster High: Skultimate Roller Maze, players can pick a character and skate their way through the crypts of Monster High and other schools along with a team of friends. The game is available on Wii and Nintendo DS at major retail stores.
Mattel Releases New Monster High Video Game
November 16, 2012 By
Kids’ Hit Cartoon Series Comes To Life With Transformers Prime Video Game
October 31, 2012 By
The battle to protect mankind from the evil Decepticons rages on in the Transformers Prime video game from Activision Publishing, Inc.
Created for kids and based on the animated television show produced by Hasbro Studios seen in more than 170 countries and airing on The Hub television network in the U.S., Transformers Prime allows fans to take on the roles of Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Arcee, Autobot Ratchet and Bulkhead as they fight through heroic battles against the Decepticons all around the world. Players will engage in brawler-style combat and diverse driving sequences in order to save Earth from the sinister Megatron and his new secret weapon, Thunderwing.
Transformers Prime is available now for Nintendo‘s Wii system, and the Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo DS hand-held systems, and will be a day-one launch title for Nintendo’s new Wii U system launching on November 18.
For more information and exclusive updates, fans can visit www.TransformersPrimeTheGame.com.
Talking, Singing, Dancing Lalaloopsy Doll Hits Shelves
October 23, 2012 By
As the holiday curtain rises, Lalaloopsy is poised to grab the spotlight with Lalaloopsy Silly Hair Star, the talking, singing, and dancing doll. On her stage, Harmony B. Sharp tells jokes, speaks funny phrases, and sings and dances to five classic kids’ songs with a Lalaloopsy twist. Accompanied by her pet kitty, which also doubles as a “purr-cussion” instrument, Harmony B. Sharp performs on her stage, aka her doll stand.
Already a Lalaloopsy Silly Hair Star, Harmony B. Sharp makes a special cameo appearance in Activision’s upcoming video game, Lalaloopsy: Carnival of Friends, available October 30 for the Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo DS handheld systems. Specially marked boxes of Lalaloopsy Silly Hair Star: Harmony B. Sharp contain instructions to find an exclusive code that unlocks her character in the new video game.
For more information, visit the world of Lalaloopsy at www.lalaloopsy.com.
D3Publisher, Nickelodeon To Release New Games for Holiday Season
September 20, 2012 By
D3Publisher (D3P) and Nickelodeon have partnered for two new video games, Victorious: Taking the Lead for Nintendo DS and Wii, and Winx Club: Magical Fairy Party for Nintendo DS. Both games will release this holiday season and give kids the chance to be the star in a school play or throw magical fairy parties with their favorite television characters.
Victorious: Taking the Lead
Victorious: Taking the Lead, based on the hit Nickelodeon television series, is an adventure and exploration game where fans can be Tori Vega and star in a Hollywood Arts production. Tori really wants the lead role in the upcoming school play and fans can help her get the part by successfully playing through a variety of fun mini-games that are tied to the show. Fans will receive an inside look into the Victorious world where they can fully interact with cast members like Jade and Beck and visit their favorite show locations. The Wii version (rated “E10+”) was developed by High Voltage Software, and the Nintendo DS version (rated “E10+”) was created by 1st Playable Productions.
Winx Club: Magical Fairy Party
Girls will embrace the magic within and discover their inner fairy in Winx Club: Magical Fairy Party, through the enchanting story and exciting mini-games filled with fairies, fashion, friendship, and pets that fans love. Fans can star in the game as their own fairy, interact with their favorite show characters and enroll in the enchanting Alfea School. They will form new friendships, perform spells, and plan unforgettable events that include a wondrous ball! The game is based on a brand new Winx Club modern fantasy adventure television series that will take the fairies of Alfea School on magical experiences and showcase a new art style with CGI episodes releasing this fall. Developed by 1st Playable Productions, Inc., this game is rated “E” and releases on October 30.
For more information about D3Publisher and these titles, visit www.d3publisher.us.
“Moshi Monsters: Moshlings Theme Park” Available for Pre-Order
August 27, 2012 By
Hot on the heels of the debut game Moshi Monsters: Moshling Zoo comes the new videogame from Mind Candy, Moshi Monsters: Moshlings Theme Park, available on Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo DS. Available at major retail stores beginning October 30, the all-new game is now available for pre-order at www.moshlingsthemepark.com. An interactive social online world for kids aged 6-12 years, Moshi Monsters provides children with a new form of entertainment, combining adoptable virtual pet monsters with social online gameplay.
Moshi Monsters: Moshlings Theme Park takes fans on a journey into a new Moshi universe. The game invites players to explore locations as they work to rebuild the legendary Moshlings Theme Park. Fans can uncover secret codes online at MoshiMonsters.com, which will unlock special areas and content on the Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo DS systems. By achieving high scores in the DS game kids can also unlock exclusive content online at MoshiMonsters.com. Users of the Nintendo 3DS can interact with other Nintendo 3DS players via the StreetPass feature and play games to bring the Moshlings to life in a whole new dimension. Moshi Monsters: Moshlings Theme Park marks the first time fans can interact with characters via 3D technology.
Moshi Monsters: Moshlings Theme Park also introduces fans to “Furnando“, a brand-new Moshling character, for the very first time. He is just one of 60 Moshling characters that take part in this journey to get the theme park back on track. In addition, every new Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS game comes with a free week-long membership to MoshiMonsters.com and a redeemable code so users also can interact with their new Moshling on the Moshi website.
This post was originally written by Sierra McCleary-Harris and published by ToyBook.com. For more news, visit www.toybook.com, follow The Toy Book on Twitter, and like The Toy Book on Facebook. The Toy Book is a bimonthly trade magazine covering the toy industry, published by Adventure Publishing Group.
Mentor InterActive Releases Think Smart Chess for Kids DS
August 23, 2012 By
Mentor InterActive, the company that merges entertainment, education, and technology, has launched Think Smart Chess for Kids DS. These games are not only entertaining, but also provide enriching experiences that build logical thinking skills through playing this video game.
Think Smart Chess for Kids DS is a fun and entertaining way to learn the world’s most challenging game. Players can lead their chess clubs in an exciting adventure, featuring challenging interactions and mini-games that teach and provide practice for all the different chess pieces and their special moves. Chess for Kids DS is rated E.
Mentor InterActive’s Think Smart games are available at mass and specialty retailers throughout North America and online sites. All Think Smart games can be viewed at www.thinksmartgames.com.
This post was originally written by Sierra McCleary-Harris and published by ToyBook.com. For more news, visit www.toybook.com, follow The Toy Book on Twitter, and like The Toy Book on Facebook. The Toy Book is a bimonthly trade magazine covering the toy industry, published by Adventure Publishing Group.
Cooking Mama Serves Up Combo Packs for Nintendo DS, Wii
July 24, 2012 By
Majesco Entertainment Company will launch Cooking Mama combo packs, including Mama’s Combo Pack Volume 1 & 2 on Nintendo DS and Mama’s 2-Pack on Wii, on August 14.
Mama’s Combo Pack Volume 1 for Nintendo DS allows players to master the kitchen in Cooking Mama then join Mama’s family on a wilderness getaway in Camping Mama: Outdoor Adventures. Mama’s Combo Pack Volume 2 includes Cooking Mama 2: Dinner with Friends, where players must satisfy Mama and her finicky friends, and Crafting Mama, where players pick up the scissors and paintbrush to get crafty.
Mama’s 2-Pack for Wii includes Cooking Mama Cook Off and Cooking Mama World Kitchen. The Wii Remote becomes a universal cooking tool to chop, grate, slice, stir, and roll in motion-based cooking activities. Developed by Cooking Mama Limited, Mama’s Combo Pack Volume 1 and 2 and Mama’s 2-Pack are rated E for Everyone.
This post was originally written by Ali Mierzejewski and published by ToyBook.com. For more news, visit www.toybook.com, follow The Toy Book on Twitter, and like The Toy Book on Facebook. The Toy Book is a bimonthly trade magazine covering the toy industry, published by Adventure Publishing Group.
Hotel Transylvania Comes Alive on Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS
July 24, 2012 By
This September, GameMill Entertainment will release Hotel Transylvania, an action-adventure video game based on Sony Pictures Animation’s upcoming animated comedy Hotel Transylvania, for the Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS handheld systems.
Hotel Transylvania is Dracula’s five-stake resort where monsters and their families are free to be themselves without humans bothering them. For Drac, catering to all of these legendary monsters is no problem, until one ordinary guy stumbles onto the hotel and takes a shine to his daughter Mavis. Featuring a wide variety of locations, puzzles, and boss battles, the game provides film viewers with a way to interact with the movie characters.
Developed by Way Forward, Hotel Transylvania is rated E10+ for Everyone 10 and up.
This post was originally written by Ali Mierzejewski and published by ToyBook.com. For more news, visit www.toybook.com, follow The Toy Book on Twitter, and like The Toy Book on Facebook. The Toy Book is a bimonthly trade magazine covering the toy industry, published by Adventure Publishing Group.
Scholastic Launches Compilation Packs for Nintendo
June 29, 2012 By
Scholastic Media, a division of Scholastic, Inc., announced the release of three compilation game packs for Nintendo’s gaming platforms: I Spy Two Game Pack for Wii, and I Spy Two Game Pack and Smart Games for Kids Two Game Pack for Nintendo DS. Each game pack includes bestselling titles from Scholastic Media’s interactive portfolio and will be available this fall.
The I Spy Two Game Pack for Nintendo DS includes two award-winning titles from the I SPY franchise: I Spy Fun House and I Spy Universe. Together, the games feature more than 50 riddles and more than 200 levels of play for seek-and-find fans of all ages. To escape the topsy-turvy world in I SPY Fun House, players must earn tickets by completing games, riddles, and the Prize Popper challenge. I SPY Universe takes players on a different kind of puzzle-solving adventure with a trip through the I SPY cosmos. Players unlock new planets and explore the universe while searching for more than 400 objects in 36 I SPY riddles and playing six brain-teasing games.
I Spy enthusiasts can continue the brain-teasing fun with more than 70 riddles and more than 60 interactive mini-games in the I Spy Two Game Pack for Wii, which includes Ultimate I Spy and I Spy Spooky Mansion. Ultimate I Spy takes players through a wonderland where they search above and below objects to solve riddles, puzzles, and mini games. I Spy Spooky Mansion offers thrills and chills with a trip through a haunted mansion.
Also for Nintendo DS is the Smart Game for Kids Two Game Pack, which features the My Amusement Park and Digging for Dinosaurs DS games. Kids run their own entertainment venue in My Amusement Park. Players can choose from four themed building rides, food venues, and special attractions in their park. Digging for Dinosaurs challenges players with a variety of mini-games that range from simulated paleontological digs to dinosaur battles, all while learning facts about 21 different prehistoric species.
This post was originally written by Sierra McCleary-Harris and published by ToyBook.com. For more news, visit www.toybook.com, follow The Toy Book on Twitter, and like The Toy Book on Facebook. The Toy Book is a bimonthly trade magazine covering the toy industry, published by Adventure Publishing Group.
Commentary: Get the Party Started in The Croods: Prehistoric Party!
A while back, I had the opportunity to check out The Croods: Prehistoric Party! at D3Publisher. Whether or not you’ve seen the movie, the Croods family is lovable and takes you on an adventure through dozens of mini-games. The game is fun for all ages and is great for family time or single play—the Wii U and Wii versions support up to four players.
Some of the games key features are highlighted below. For more information on The Croods: Prehistoric Party!, visit www.d3publisher.us. [Read more...]