Manchester MCM Expo Update
Nintendo announced Yesterday a treat for its Nintendo 3DS players – the first ever exclusive UK showing of Pokémon Conquest; on the new Nintendo 3DS XL ahead of the console’s launch on 28 July. Nintendo 3DS XL has the biggest screen to feature on a Nintendo handheld console to date, 90% larger than the screen on the original console.
Pokémon Conquest, available on the Nintendo DS family of systems on 27th July, promises a new, creative way to play Pokémon in a unique, adventure-filled world called Ransei. Anticipation of the visitors at the MCM Expo about the new format of the game will be also be unfolded, the new game now includes turn-based skirmishes, in which players choose different tactics for intense six-on-six battles and battle conditions can change on every turn.
Event-goers will also get the chance to try out a host of other exciting new titles on the upcoming Nintendo 3DS XL console, including New Super Mario Bros. 2, a side-scrolling adventure game featuring Mario, Luigi and lots of other favourite characters from the Mario universe. With every level filled with coin-collecting opportunities, the Mushroom Kingdom is bursting with adventure.
In celebration of the upcoming launch of the Nintendo 3DS XL system, Nintendo has announced a treasure hunt – the XL Mii Hunt. Fans keen to add to their Mii collection can bring their Nintendo 3DS consoles with them and take part in an exclusive XL Mii Hunt around the venue. 5 Mii characters with XL features will be hidden in secret locations and all those who collect a full set will win a special Super Mario 3D Land lanyard prize. They also plan to put up a swap shop and battle table for the Kid Icarus: Uprising collectible AR Idol Cards, which visitors will also be able to win at the Expo.
Lastly, fans will be able to trial a selection of the latest releases on the new Nintendo 3DS XL and experience the stunning 3D experience first-hand!
To buy tickets to the MCM Manchester Comic Con at Manchester Central on 21st July, please visit: http://www.mcmexpostore.com/store/
