Interactive Event for Girl Gamers at Nintendo World Store
WHAT: Nintendo's Dog Days of Summer: Girls' Gaming Event showcases
Nintendogs(TM), the new puppy simulator for Nintendo DS(TM)
that has sparked a nationwide craze in the United States and
Japan, as owners began raising, training, and falling in love
with their lifelike puppies.
The doggie trend continues with an afternoon of entertainment
and fun. It's a great chance to see what the buzz is all
about. The family-friendly atmosphere will give young female
gamers the chance to watch, play, shop and get dog training
tips from experts and peers.
With pick-up-and-play appeal, Nintendogs will be available
for the public, while other Nintendo DS titles also will be
on hand to play.
VISUALS: * Kids and adults utilizing the unique Bark Mode to interact
at the "virtual dog park" event
* Pictures taken in a huge, branded Nintendog dog house
* Everyone hanging out in the "Barka Lounge" area: Bean Bag
chairs and fluffy dog beds are a great place to rest and
refuel while playing Nintendogs
* Girls playing Nintendogs and setting up virtual puppy
playdates at the "sit! stay!" station, Teen People
Trendspotters for "doggy obedience training," and more
* Gaming stations with demonstrations by expert Nintendo
ambassadors
WHERE: Nintendo World Store
10 Rockefeller Plaza
New York, NY 10020
WHEN: Sunday, Aug. 28 (approx. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.)
BACKGROUND: Nintendogs sophisticated artificial intelligence simulates a
real dog in every way, and appeals to a broad range of
consumers. The pups respond to their owners' voices with the
built-in microphone, and react to praise and positive
reinforcement via the Nintendo DS' touch screen.
