Konami shippings

Yesterday evening, Konami announced they've shipped three games: Contra Advance: The Alien Wars EX, Disney's Soccer and Frogger's Adventure 2. Press releases inside...

Classic Action Title Debuts on Nintendo Game Boy(r) Advance With New Features

REDWOOD CITY, CA - November 5, 2002 - - Leading videogame publisher Konami of America, Inc. announced today that Contra Advance: The Alien Wars EX for Nintendo Game Boy(r) Advance has shipped to retail outlets nationwide. Based on the seminal Super Nintendo classic Contra III The Alien Wars, this release marks the legendary series' debut on the handheld console. Contra Advance: The Alien Wars EX is rated E for Everyone and is available at an SRP of $29.99.

Packed with signature Contra characteristics, such as side-scrolling run-and-gun gameplay, swarms of alien foes, and giant boss characters that fill the screen, this enriched edition of a console classic will appeal to a wide range of videogamers. Fans of the franchise will enjoy the series' trademark fast and furious gameplay and all-new levels, while players new to the world of Contra will appreciate the ability to jump right into the action. Players can also link up with a friend (link cable required) in the 2-player Simultaneous Mode for twice the fun and firepower.

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KONAMI KICKS OFF DISNEY SPORTS LINE-UP WITH DISNEY SPORTS SOCCER
REDWOOD CITY, CA - November 5, 2002 - - Leading video game publisher Konami of America, Inc. announced today that Disney Sports Soccer for the Game Boy(r) Advance(tm) has shipped to retail outlets nationwide. Disney Sports Soccer for the Nintendo GameCube(tm) will follow on November 12th, 2002. The first installment in the highly anticipated Disney Sports series, Disney Sports Soccer features an all-star cast of beloved Disney characters, fancy footwork, colorful graphics, and compelling soccer gameplay for action-packed fun.

Featuring pick-up-and-play controls and the lively antics of Mickey and his pals, Disney Sports Soccer is set in outrageous, fantasy stadiums. Virtual ballplayers can hone their quest for championship glory by taking advantage of the game's array of playing modes including Exhibition Mode and Challenge Cup Mode. A robust Multiplayer Mode enables competitors to net neighborhood bragging rights (a link cable is required for up to four Game Boy(r) Advance users to play head to head). And for even more riveting goal-scoring action, players can use exciting magic moves to boost their performance as they compete in Disney-style soccer fun.

"We are thrilled that this lineup is making its debut just in time for the holiday season," said Chris Garske, vice president, Marketing, Konami of America. "Disney Sports Soccer and the other titles from this exciting series will undoubtedly provide hours of fun for families and sports gamers everywhere."

"The Disney Sports series has something for the entire family," said Sanjeev Lamba, vice president, International, Disney Interactive. "Players will have a blast playing the games through the fall and into the New Year as they continue their holiday fun."

Disney Sports Soccer was the 2002 recipient of IGN Media's "Best of E3 Award" for Best Game Boy Advance Sports Game and runner-up for Best GameCube Sports Game categories.

Following Disney Sports Soccer, additional Disney Sports titles will ship throughout the winter according to the following release schedule:

Title Release Date Platform
Disney Sports Skateboarding: November 12 Game Boy(r) Advance(tm)
Disney Sports Skateboarding: November 12 Nintendo GameCube(tm)
Disney Sports Basketball: November 25 Game Boy(r) Advance(tm)
Disney Sports Football: November 25 Game Boy(r) Advance(tm)
Disney Sports Football: December 17 Nintendo GameCube(tm)
Disney Sports Basketball: January 14, 2003 Nintendo GameCube(tm)
Disney Sports Snowboarding: February 4, 2003 Game Boy(r) Advance(tm)
Disney Sports Motocross: March 4, 2003 Game Boy(r) Advance(tm)

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KONAMI SHIPS FROGGER'S ADVENTURES 2 THE LOST WAND
Lovable Game Icon Appears on Nintendo Game Boy(r) Advance

REDWOOD CITY, CA - November 5, 2002 - Konami of America, Inc. announced today that Frogger's Adventures 2 The Lost Wand for the Nintendo Game Boy(r) Advance has shipped to retail outlets nationwide. The sequel to the award-winning Frogger's Adventures: Temple of the Frog, this game takes the unflappable Frogger on an all-new magical adventure that is perfect for gamers of all ages.

"The original Frogger arcade game is a true videogame classic," says Erica Mason, Product Manager at Konami of America. "With Frogger's Adventures 2 The Lost Wand, Konami has recreated that simplistic, yet addictive gameplay and enhanced it to further challenge Frogger fans."

Mysterious mischief is afoot, and Frogger must help a wizard to correct the mayhem by collecting the five pieces of the broken Eternity Wand. The adventure takes players to five enchanted islands where they will find their wits and their thumbs challenged by different bosses as well as an array of various tasks.

In order to gather all the missing pieces of the wand and restore serenity to his homeland, Frogger must contend with over 20 enemies bent on thwarting his progress. To help him beat the odds, players must first master several new abilities, including "a tongue grab" used to pick up items and grasp onto titles.

For the first time Frogger Game Boy(r) fans have a multiplayer option where they can compete head-to-head. This mode offers a range of mini games that enables up to four friends to play together, using only one Game Pak.

Frogger's Adventures 2 The Lost Wand is rated E for Everyone and is available nationwide at an SRP of $29.99.

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