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CYPRESS, Calif., August 10, 2004 -- Consumers lined up today to be the first in the United States to purchase the highly anticipated Tamagotchi Connection. The next generation original virtual pet, Tamagotchi Connection, made its U.S. debut on both coastlines during two launch events in New York and San Francisco. Already a huge success overseas, more than one million virtual pets have been sold in Japan alone in the first five months of its release. To meet consumer demand in the U.S., fans were invited to Toys 'R' Us Times Square in New York and to Metreon - A Sony Entertainment Center in San Francisco to purchase the first products five days before they are available nationwide. Bandai America Incorporated officially confirmed the return of the newest virtual pet in June 2004 to much consumer excitement.
The Tamagotchi Connection Volkswagen New Beetle Brigade escorted teen celebrities singer/songwriter Ryan Cabrera (debut album Take It All Away on Atlantic Recordings featuring the hit single 'On The Way Down') to Toys 'R' Us Times Square and 'New York Minute' and 'Gilmore Girls' star Jared Padalecki to Sony Metreon to carry in the very first batches of Tamagotchi Connection. Fans and consumers of all ages waited in lines at both retail store locations to purchase the new product and receive autographed pictures of Ryan Cabrera and Jared Padalecki. Fans were also treated to special Tamagotchi Connection giveways.
'It has been tremendously exciting to see fans, consumers and retailers so anxious for the return of America's favorite virtual pet,' said Bill Beebe, senior vice president of sales and marketing, Bandai America. 'The theme of today's launch events is about making connections -- from coast-to-coast with new friends and old -- which is what the next generation Tamagotchi Connection is all about.'
The egg-shaped toy simulates the life cycle of a pet, letting kids experience the fun and responsibility of feeding, tending to and caring for their virtual pet. The advanced Tamagotchi Connection features new infrared communication functions. Infrared technology allows Tamagotchi Connection owners to 'connect' with others and play games, give gifts and become friends with other Tamagotchi owners and store a 'friend list' of up to 50 friends. Once an adult, the Tamagotchi can connect with a compatible Tamagotchi friend and have a second-generation Tamagotchi that the owner can care for and nurture into an adult to create more generations to come.
With a larger display and better graphics than the original version, Tamagotchi Connection owners can care for their pet by selecting various controls to feed it food or a snack, play games with it, clean up after its messes and give it medicine when it becomes sick. The new Tamagotchi Connection will be available at retailers nationwide on August 15, 2004 at a suggested retail price of $14.99.
'Taking virtual pets to a whole new level, Tamagotchi Connection's interactivity function and infrared communications ability tap into the play patterns of today's kids, who utilize the Web, instant messaging, cell phone, pagers and other hi-tech products to stay connected with friends,' said Tom Conley, president of the toy trade group Toy Industry Association, Inc.
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For fans looking for more fun with Tamagotchi Connection, Bandai America has launched an official Web site: www.tamagotchi.com and www.tamagotchiconnection.com. The Tamagotchi Connection Web site is a place where virtual pet owners can 'connect' with their Tamagotchi and their friends. Visitors to the site can register their pet online and receive free instant messaging buddy icons, e-cards and downloadable games and activities, such as the creating your own Tamagotchi music video. Once registered, visitors will receive news and updates on other registered Tamagotchi owners, on the latest Tamagotchi tips on caring for your Tamagotchi. Registrants can also create a free customizable Tamagotchi carrier. The Celebrity Connection Section of the site offers a photo album of all the hot celebrities who already have their own Tamagotchi Connection. For owners who still have questions about raising their own virtual pet, the Matchmaker is available online to answer questions.
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To celebrate the return of Tamagotchi, Bandai America released special unopened packages of Tamagotchi Connection and Tamagotchi Connection T shirts for bid on eBay this summer. The Tamagotchi Connection packaging and T-shirts were specially autographed by celebrities from film, television, sports and fashion, such as Jack Nicholson, George Lucas, Carmen Electra and Tony Hawk. All proceeds from the auction benefited the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. The Foundation creates a future of hope for children and families worldwide by eradicating pediatric AIDS, providing care and treatment to people with HIV/AIDS, and accelerating the discovery of new treatments for other serious and life threatening pediatric illnesses.
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Tamagotchi connection pause. Bandai America Incorporated is the master toy licensee of some of the most popular properties and brands in children's toys and entertainment, including the Power Rangers, Gundam, Teen Titans, Strawberry Shortcake and Tamagotchi product lines. Bandai America is headquartered in Cypress, California and company information is available at www.Bandai.com.
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Tamagotchi® Connection® V4 'Virtual Pet' Allows Fans to Now Dictate Their Characters’ Education, Lifestyle and Career
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(Cypress, CA - December 21, 2006) - Bandai America Incorporated, a leader in introducing hot Japanese toy trends to the U.S. marketplace, is calling on fans to 'live the Tamagotchi life' 24/7 with the new Tamagotchi Connection V4. As the most technologically advanced version of the world’s first and top selling 'virtual pet' tech toy, kids can now control the destiny of their Tamagotchi characters by choosing which classes to take in school and eventually the career and lifestyle they’ll enjoy in the future. Fans can experience firsthand, alongside their character, what it’s like to be a fashion designer, rock star, florist or doctor as they mold their character into an upstanding citizen of Tamagotchi Town.
'Tamagotchi Connection V4 empowers fans like never before as they choose what kind of lives their virtual pets will lead - responsibilities far beyond feeding and providing basic care,' said Michael Riley, vice president of marketing for Bandai America Inc. 'Kids can share in the excitement as characters get praise for being a star student or land their first job, and even live out their own fantasies for the future. The depth of play and hours of endless entertainment reaffirm the notion of living the Tamagotchi life.'
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Kids help determine their characters’ future careers and fate by playing the fun mini games in their Tamagotchi to earn Intellectual, Beauty or Social 'Skill Points.' Depending on the accumulation of these points, owners can choose from a variety of 15 different professions as well as change careers later when openings become available. And, just like in the real world, characters must prove that they’re qualified for certain jobs - in this case, by having enough of the right Skill Points for their coveted profession.
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Meanwhile, since everyone loves receiving goodies in the mail, the new 'Gotchi Post' feature includes good and bad fortunes, letters and news that add even more anticipation and adventure to life’s journey. It also guides the characters with invitations on when to attend preschool, elementary school and then to apply for a job once they’re ready.
V4 introduces even more fans to the magical world of TamagotchiTown.com with new games, activities and locales. While using 'Gotchi Points' and special passwords, visitors can go online to shop in the mall, visit with their virtual pet’s parents, watch movies at the theater, play in the arcade, grab a bite in the food court and even visit the revered Tamagotchi King at his castle. Fans can also continue to travel the world, but to new exotic destinations like Paris, Africa and Tokyo. V4 even expands upon the site by letting kids see their character interacting online as it goes to school, plays in the various games and partakes in life’s other daily adventures. Log on to see the new official TamaTown.com driver’s license, as well as the Shopping Bag which conveniently lists all the recent items purchased or won from the site.
The 'Great Tamagotchi Fan Shell-ection' The thrilling arrival of V4 is even more Tama-rrific since the winning design of last summer’s first-ever 'Great Tamagotchi Fan Shell-ection' will be one of the first new V4 styles produced. Tamagotchi fans fervently made their voices heard by voting to determine a new Tamagotchi design and, after a tight race to the finish line, fans overwhelmingly chose 'Glow-in-the-Dark' as the eventual winner and this season’s 'must-have' look. Watch for the special, limited time offer of 'Glow-in-the-Dark' to Tama-takeoff from shelves soon!
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Tamagotchi Connection V4 includes an ever-expanding assortment of new design styles, the most games ever (20 games), 21 new characters (for a total of 53), and even more collectible items and souvenirs than before (144 total). V4 builds on the play pattern of the very first virtual pet by letting owners still 'connect' their Tamagotchi with others - regardless of which version they have - via the awesome infrared technology feature. The toys also have a snazzy new look, with a colorful ball on the antenna’s end, and come in a redesigned package. Tamagotchi Connection V4 debuts in January at all major retailers nationwide with a SRP of $14.99. Gotchi GearTM lanyards, charms, and Pet Pouches also debut with a SRP of $4.99 - $7.99.
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About Tamagotchi Connection Originally launched in 1997, the egg-shaped Tamagotchi - which simulates the life cycle of a real pet - went on to sell more than 40 million units worldwide and created a brand new toy category within the industry. Bandai America reintroduced the brand in 2004 with a new and highly popular infrared technology 'connection' feature, thereby creating stronger-than-ever consumer demand among young kids and adults alike. For more information about Tamagotchi and 'Gotchi Gear' products, please visit www.Tamagotchi.com.
About Bandai America Incorporated A leader in introducing Japanese toy trends to the United States, Bandai America Incorporated is a subsidiary of NAMCO BANDAI Holdings (USA) Inc., a new joint entity that resulted from the integration of Namco Ltd. and Bandai Co. Ltd. of Japan. Global interests encompass five strategic business units: toys and hobby (toys, models, apparel and sundries), amusement facilities, game content (home and arcade console gaming), mobile content, and visual and music content (including home entertainment). Bandai America is the manufacturer and master toy licensee of some of the most popular brands in children’s toys and entertainment today, including Power Rangers, Ben 10, Team Galaxy, Tamagotchi and Girlz Connect. The company is headquartered in Cypress, California and information is available at www.Bandai.com.