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Posted by: Aaron Lockard on August 08, 2006 10:29:15 PM (65 Reads)
Second Opinion Confirmed as Wii Launch Title; Under the Knife for Nintendo DS TM Receiving Second Re-Release

Atlus U.S.A., Inc., a leading publisher of interactive entertainment, today issued a prescription of good news for fans of the company's best-selling and critically acclaimed Trauma Center series of medical drama simulations. First, Trauma Center: Second Opinion was confirmed as a launch title for Nintendo's new, highly anticipated console Wii, which is poised to take the video game world by storm in the fourth quarter of 2006. This robust "Wii-make"
of Under the Knife features new graphics and animation, new surgical implements and operation types, a second playable character with all-new missions, multiple difficulty modes for gamers of all skill levels, and a revised control system that takes full advantage of the revolutionary Wii Remote and Nunchuk-style controller.

In addition, thanks to a wave of demand triggered by the launch of the Nintendo DS Lite, Trauma Center: Under the Knife will receive a second re-release, to arrive at retail in mid-August. Under the Knife has been hailed by critics as "arguably the most compelling use of the touch screen yet [Modojo]One of the most creative and entertaining experiences the DS has offered [GotNext]." Trauma Center: Under the Knife is rated T (Teen) by the ESRB for Blood, Mild Language, Mild Violence, and Partial Nudity. Trauma Center: Second Opinion has not yet been rated by the ESRB.

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