Nintendo delivers a bundle of badass...

[Freak of Kane]

Nintendo Delivers a Bundle of Badass: Get Metroid Prime and a Bonus Disc -- Free! Learn How to Fight Like a Girl - a Butt-Kicking, Bounty-Hunting Girl...

REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 4, 2004--One of the toughest characters in the video game universe is about to become part of a powerful new package deal. Starting Aug. 15, Nintendo's Metroid(R) Prime Bonus Bundle gives consumers a Nintendo GameCube(TM) system and not one but two free discs. The first disc contains a complete version of the award-winning Metroid Prime game, while the bonus disc contains a playable demo version of the highly anticipated sequel, Metroid Prime 2 Echoes.

"Other companies sell their systems starting at $150," says George Harrison, Nintendo of America's senior vice president of marketing and corporate communications. "No one can match Nintendo's value as we offer a Nintendo GameCube and two free discs, all at an MSRP of just $99.99."

The great value of the bundle builds on the already-strong interest in Metroid Prime 2 Echoes and carries the enthusiasm into the holiday season. The bonus disc features a wealth of information about the Metroid franchise, such as:

-- an exclusive playable demo of Metroid Prime 2 Echoes

-- The Metroid Chronicle, an interactive history of the Metroid franchise

-- two Metroid Prime 2 Echoes cinematic trailers

-- a stunning Metroid Prime art gallery

And the whole bonus bundle comes in a Metroid-styled Nintendo GameCube packaging. This incredible value will be available only while supplies last.

Game enthusiasts who already own a Nintendo GameCube can get the bonus disc in one of two ways, while supplies last. The bonus disc can be obtained by purchasing a one-year subscription or renewal to Nintendo Power(R) magazine, the official print source for product-related updates and information. The second option allows "My Nintendo" members of Nintendo.com to obtain the bonus disc by registering a Nintendo GameCube system and five eligible software titles. Complete details for both options can be found at www.nintendopower.com/metroidprime2.

Metroid Prime remains one of the most adrenaline-soaked Nintendo GameCube titles of all time, with more than 1 million units sold. Metroid Prime was named the 2003 first-person action console action game of the year by the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences, and was named "Game of the Year" by GameSpot.com, GameSpy.com, IGN Cube.com and Planet GameCube.com.

Metroid Prime 2 Echoes, set to launch Nov. 15, sends heroine Samus Aran to explore the dual Light and Dark sides of split-dimension planet Aether. The tension-packed first-person adventure features new power-ups, a new ammo system and special suit upgrades. And for the first time in the Metroid franchise, up to four players can battle against each other in multiplayer mode using all of Samus' unique powers and abilities. SOURCE: http://home.businesswire.com/portal/site/google/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20040804005232&newsLang=en

I know IGN said it a while back, but here's the official confirmation. I'd kill for this bundle to be released in Europe. I'm desperate for a new Platinum Cube but they were REALLY limited edition here and you can't get them anymore :mad:

P.S. VOTE NADIA!

[BigBroMario]

WooHoo!!! I was gonna buy another Cube just for the disc, but now I can get it already since I have more than 5 games registered at Nintendo.com. Thanks Nintendo, you rock!

Hey Freak of Kane, fix the Prime2 link so it doesn't have a period at the end, otherwise it won't work.

[Freak of Kane]

Hey, what period? It works fine.

[ssjvegeto]

http://www.cube-europe.com/newsgfx/mbundle-packshot.jpg
http://mms.businesswire.com/bwapps/mediaserver/ViewMedia?mgid=26583&vid=5
Holy Shiznitte I have 5 games registered too. I guess Nintendo kept to thier word. They said registering the games will pay off.!!!!!!!!!


I just realized I have been here for almost a year and I only have about 25 post. Oh, Well I guess I will stay at N-philes

[Freak of Kane]

You mean Nadia-Philes? That site rules.

Back on topic, $99 for a platinum GC with arguably one of the best games this generation and a demo of it's sequel with some other goodies is a bargain and a half.

P.S. Vote Nadia!

[Shawn]

Who the hell is Nadia and why don't I care? lol, that reminds me of the chick from Tough Enough. She ended up playing a wrestler's blind girlfriend, despite the fact she had perfect vision during Tough Enough. WWE is so lame now.

[Freak of Kane]

Nadia's the badass (on topic!) gal on Big Brother UK. And you're right, WWE sucks now. I quit watching it about two years ago now. Even though I'm still a freak of Kane. Heck, the games are crap now too. Although, I've heard that Day of Reckoning is going back to the REAL No Mercy control system...if it does, I'll pick the game up.

Nadia still rules!

[brian23987]

You like nadia just a little too much.

[BigBroMario]

I've got my demo disc reserved from Nintendo.com, they ship out on the 20th. I can't wait!

[Freak of Kane]

Brian - Yep, how did you guess?

I wouldn't mind if we didn't get a demo of MP2 here. I'm actually looking forward to the game so much I'd like everything to be fresh when I get it in November.

[BigBroMario]

I intend to put a GameCube bundle up on eBay when it comes out, probably with world wide shipping, just thought maybe one of you non-americans might wanna check it out.

[Freak of Kane]

What, the MP2 bundle? I don't like your T-shirt auctions cause they're large...do you have any small/mediums?

[BigBroMario]

Yes I have some Mediums acutally but I havn't put them up for sale yet, when I do I'll let you know.

[thegamecubist]

The box alone looks cool!

I need to register more games...I've been buying older ones lately.

[prime_timer]

i'm gonna register some games for that sweet, sweet demo...... I MUST HAVE IT!

[Daniel]

I heard about this a while ago to. Thanks for the pic. I've already got MP for players choice. Great news though. I never knew about the chronicle.