--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nintendo:
WHAT: |
New York’s famed Rockefeller Center® will be the epicenter of an over-the-top Pokémon™ celebration as Nintendo prepares to launch the new Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version video games for the Nintendo DS™ family of systems across North America. On March 5, at the Nintendo® World store, fans will gather for a spectacular launch event and the chance to be among the first in the nation to buy the games in advance of their official March 6 release. Grammy-nominated alternative rock band The Presidents of the United States of America will perform a new song titled “Can’t Stop (Catchin’ ’Em All)” written in celebration of the Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version games. |
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The event will offer attendees an interactive experience that will take consumers through stations featuring game-play kiosks, depictions of the games’ new starter and Legendary Pokémon, a download area for the Liberty Pass, which enables players to get the new Mythical Pokémon Victini in the Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version games, a photo booth and a special collection of never-before-seen Pokémon artwork. Attendees will receive a “passport” upon entry and earn a stamp for each station they experience. Once they have visited all stations, fans will receive a special Pokémon Black Version or Pokémon White Version T-shirt, while supplies last. |
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Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version open a thrilling new chapter in the beloved video game series, introducing more than 150 new Pokémon, new battle systems and a new region to explore. More information about Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version can be found at http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com. |
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WHO: |
Kids, teens, adults, parents, Pokémon fans and consumers of all kinds | ||
WHEN: |
Saturday, March 5, 2011 | ||
3-6 p.m. | |||
WHERE: |
Nintendo World | ||
10 Rockefeller Plaza | |||
New York, NY 10020 | |||
VISUALS:
- The Presidents of the United States of America performing live in front of cheering fans
- Fans of all ages lined up to be among the first to purchase the Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version games
- Kids and adults playing the Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version games together
- Large Pokémon characters in Rockefeller Center
- Fans dressed in colorful Pokémon-inspired costumes and taking photos in front of a themed backdrop
- Fans viewing never-before-seen Pokémon artwork in a museum-style display