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NINTENDO UNVEILS NEW
OFFICIAL WEBSITE FOR UK
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NintendoPosted: June 10th, 2002. Gaming fans to get VIP 24:7 treatment with new Nintendo site
Nintendo, the world’s most successful video games company, announces the launchof its biggest internet experience ever – the new official Nintendo websitefor the UK.
At the end of June, Nintendo will relaunch all its sites across Europe with astimulating new look and approach, creating a coherent European internet strategy -and the first stop for anyone who loves video games. At the click of abutton,Nintendo.co.ukwill bring you all the Nintendo information you could ever need, from the latestgames information to up-to-the-minute announcements, direct from the officialsource.
As part of the gaming giant’s pan-European marketing strategy, the new site hoststhe ultimate directory of everything Nintendo. For every system, from NINTENDOGAMECUBE to Game Boy Advance and Pokémon mini, there’s all thehottest screen shots, movies, essential tips and tricks and frequently askedquestions, plus enough specs, system descriptions and Nintendo accessory detailsto keep even the most dedicated gamer coming back for more.
Fans can also access must-read official news on games and events, discover thedetails of Nintendo’s brilliant console designs and ground-breaking games throughoutthe ages, as well as ask for speedy help from the online consumer service. Wantsome exclusive news on Shigeru Miyamoto or Super Mario Sunshine? Then go toNintendo.co.ukand read all about it.
From the end of June, fans can register on the website as a Club Member, and begranted access to a massive treasure trove of extra screens, movies and secrettips. What’s more – Club Members can earn stars by surfing the site in a widevariety of ways, and redeem them for prizes from the amazing Nintendo Stars Catalogue. Or join the hottest and largest Nintendo online community on the Nintendo CommunityForums, and keep in touch with other gamers across Europe to talk about what’shot in the world of video games.
And this is just the beginning… By registering their NINTENDO GAMECUBE and selectedgames, fans will gain privileged access as a Nintendo VIP 24:7. Nintendo willbe rolling out the red carpet for these members, offering exclusive information,downloadable goodies and Nintendo gifts that you won’t find anywhere else. NintendoVIP 24:7 members already registered at www.nintendovip.com are reaping the rewardsright now – but there will be much more for them to enjoy from the end of June.
Marko Hein, European Product Manager, Nintendo of Europe said: “Theinternet offers an unrivalled opportunity to reach and interact with our hugecommunity of loyal Nintendo fans. With these new sites, we will deliver a groundbreakingonline experience for every game enthusiast, and extend the fundamental role theinternet plays as a direct marketing tool for Nintendo of Europe.”
Nintendo.co.uklaunches across Europe at the end of June and is brought to you by Nintendo andinternational online agency, Blast Radius.
News page content input by Dominic Robinson, 2002.
Reviewer of movies, videogames and music since 1994. Aortic valve operation survivor from the same year. Running DVDfever.co.uk since 2000. Nobel Peace Prize winner 2021.