This Week's New Video Games

This week, two new games arrive in stores and we are very excited about both of them. The first is the latest Guitar Hero game, which will have everyone rocking out and second, one of the most imaginative, kid-friendly games we have seen yet, Mini Ninjas is in stores tomorrow.

Guitar Hero 5 (PS2, PS3, Xbox360, Wii, rated Teen)
The insanely successful rock video game is back with more of today's most popular artists and classic rock legends including Tom Petty, Kings of Leon, The White Stripes, Santana, Johnny Cash, The Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan. The game disc includes 85 master tracks for players to rock out on plus downloadable content and, for the first time ever, players can customize the make-up of their band by rocking with any combination of instruments in-game: whether it be two guitars and two drums, or three guitars and a microphone, any combination is possible, allowing players to experience music their own way.

Mini Ninjas (PC, PS3, Xbox360, Wii, rated Everyone 10+)
A single player action/adventure game, Mini Ninjas puts a new spin on the video game favorite, ninja action genre. A kid-friendly game featuring no killing and an engrossing storyline, which players explore via six playable ninja characters, players take on the role of Hiro and the fellow members of his improbable ninja clan as they face an ancient evil that has returned to impose itself on the world. Each ninja utilizes authentic ninja weapons and moves, and possesses his/her own individual skill set, including mysterious "kuji magic" abilities.

Want To Know What The Hottest Selling Toys Are?

TimetoPlayMag.com went directly to the source and surveyed offline and online retailers to find out what the hottest-selling items in the toy industry are right now.

Here is what they found:

Apples to Apples
from Mattel
Recommended for Boys and Girls ages 8 and up

Bakugan Trap
from Spin Master
Recommended for Boys ages 5 and up

Bumblebee Voice Mixer Helmet
from Hasbro
Recommended for Boys ages 5 and up

G.I. JOE Action Figures
from Hasbro
Recommended for Boys ages 4 and up

Halo Wars
from MEGA Brands
Recommended for Boys ages 8 and up

Hyper Dash
from Wild Planet
Recommended for Boys and Girls ages 6 and up

LEGO Star Wars
from LEGO
Recommended for Boys ages 7 and up

Liv
from Spin Master
Recommended for Girls ages 5 and up

Tag Reading System
from LeapFrog
Recommended for Boys and Girls ages 4 and up

Transformers Movie Figures
from Hasbro
Recommended for Boys ages 5 and up

You can view pictures and read reviews of all of these products at Time To Play by clicking here!

8 Bit Trip

Take a techno-infused classic video game journey through the world of LEGO in this imaginative and incredibly talented video.

This Week's New Video Games

Metroid Prime Trilogy (Wii, rated Teen)
Metroid Prime Trilogy is a new collection of three previously released Metroid Prime games that bundles all three games onto one disc and revamps the first two installments with intuitive Wii Remote controls, wide-screen presentation, and other enhancements. This is a must-have for Metroid Prime fans!

Professor Layton and The Diabolical Box (DS, rated Everyone 10+)
The sequel to Professor Layton and the Mysterious Village, focuses on a box which kills anyone who opens it. Layton goes in to investigate and solve the mystery before it's too late. Once again, it's up to Professor Layton and his apprentice, Luke, to unravel the mystery and they need your puzzle-solving help to do it. Players will tackle more than 150 new brain teasers, riddles and logic puzzles as they attempt to puzzle out the mystery behind the Diabolical Box.

Batman: Arkham Asylum (PC, PS3, Xbox 360, rated Teen)
In this download only game, players take on the role of Batman as he is delivering The Joker to Arkham Asylum, where his greatest foes are waiting with a trap.

The Clique: Diss and Make Up (DS, rated Everyone 10+)
Based on the best-selling young adult book series by author Lisi Harrison, The Clique: Diss and Make Up, players assume the role of the new girl at school, taking on the challenges of climbing the social ladder to join the ultimate clique, the Pretty Committee. Player will use gossip, fashion and wit to make friends, join cliques, attend classes, and even work after school “jobbies” with a variety of exciting mini-games.

Wizards of Waverly Place (DS, rated Everyone)
Wizards of Waverly Place allows fans to experience the magical mishaps of Alex Russo, with the help of her brothers, Max and Justin. Players can experience five unique and exciting episodes while learning how to cast new magic spells ensuing in hours of hilarious and mischievous fun! Fans will visit recognizable locations from the show, and hang out with familiar friends from the hit Disney Channel TV series.

Spider-Man 5 and 6 in The Works!

Filming on Spider-Man 4 hasn't even begun yet and already plans are in the works for the 5th and 6th films in the Spidey series. Apparently, many of the ideas that were cut from Spider-man 4 will be used in 5 and 6, which are scheduled to be filmed back-to-back as part of a two-part film series (ala the Lord Of The Rings trilogy).

Most of the details on 5 and 6 are still sketchy, including whether or not Tobey Maguire will play the web-slinger or not. We will keep you posted as details become available. Filming on Spider-Man 4 is set to begin next year.

This Week's New Video Games

It may be National County Fair month but that doesn't mean you can't still find some fun in your video game isle this week. Following are our picks for this week's best new games arriving in stores this week.

Spectrobes: Origins (Wii, rated Everyone 10+)
Spectrobes: Origins brings the successful series known from its previous DS releases to the Wii for the first time. The game is an action/adventure game mixing real-time battles, science fiction and monster collection with an exciting new story. Origins challenges players to prevent a galactic threat by utilizing speed, strategy and of course, Spectrobes.

Midnight Mysteries: The Edgar Allan Poe Conspiracy (PC, rated Pending)
Take on the persona of a famed writer who is known for solving cold cases in this adventure game that takes you through some of the author’s most famous works.

Paws & Claws Pet Vet Australian Adventure (DS, rated Everyone)
Work as a doctor and care for 6 fun loving animals such as koala bears, wombats, dingos and kangaroos in the Pet Sim Adventure game. You will also hop in your very Jeep and use your map to locate all the sick animals in the, eucalyptus forest, the vast plains or the mountains.

Wolfenstein (PC, PS3, Xbox 360, rated Mature)
Wolfenstein brings the Nazi’s dark obsession with the occult to life with epic action and harrowing shooter combat. Use a powerful arsenal of both definitive and occult-enhanced Axis & Allied weapons to beat back a supernatural Nazi force that is full of surprises. You play as BJ Blazkowicz, a highly decorated member of the Office of Secret Actions (OSA).

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New Video Games Due This Week

by Jeff McKinney (follow me on Twitter)

We have something for everyone in this week's picks of the best new games arriving in stores. Kids and Pokemon fans will love Fossil Fighters while anyone looking for an active challenge will enjoy Active Life. Finally, are you ready for some football because the latest Madden game is here!

Fossil Fighters (DS, rated Everyone)
Welcome to Vivosaur Island, home of the world-famous Fossil Stadium, where dinosaurs revived from ancient fossils fight in thrilling battles! As a Fossil Fighter, you'll dig up dinosaur fossils, clean them, and revive them into powerful "vivosaurs," ready to battle. In your adventures, you'll delve into ancient ruins, explore sunken pirate ships, and uncover secrets that will shake the planet to its core!

Active Life: Extreme Challenge (Wii, rated Everyone)
Showcasing more than a dozen unique activities, from wakeboarding to rock climbing and base jumping, Active Life: Extreme Challenge promises to keep players pulses pounding and hearts pumping with each new event. Combining the exclusive mat controller with a Wii Remote not only provides active and fun gameplay but also an experience that burns calories.

Madden NFL 10 (PS2, PS3, PSP, Xbox360, Wii, rated Everyone)
In Madden NFL 10, you will join the fight and experience firsthand what it is like to fight for every yard. With the all-new Pro-Tak animation technology you will have more control over the outcome of every play than ever before. Whether driving your receiver towards the first down, or battling for a fumble at the bottom of a pile, the play won't be over until the whistle blows.

Chris Byrne on Live With Regis & Kelly

Did you miss Chris Byrne on Live With Regis & Kelly yesterday? No problem because we have the video from yesterday's show.

Enjoy!



Scroll down to yesterday's post for a list of the toys.

Chris Byrne on Live With Regis & Kelly

It's been a rainy summer for many of us this year so today Chris Byrne, The Toy Guy, stopped by Live With Regis & Kelly with some of the best toys for a rainy day.

Following is a list of the toys Chris had with him on the show in order of appearance. You should be able to find all of these items at toy and retail shops nationwide as well as online shopping sites.

1-2-3 Stomp!

From Wild Planet

$29.99

Ages 3+

Crayola Color Town

From Wild Planet

Ages 3+

$19.99

Play-Doh Burger Builder

From Hasbro

Ages 3+

$14.99

Ready Set School

From Alex

Ages 3+

$24.99

Nerf N-Strike Tech Target

From Hasbro

$24.99

Ages 6+

Dr. Seuss Super Stretchy ABC Game

From I Can Do That! Games

$29.99

Ages 3+

Spy Gear Evidence Kit

From Wild Planet

$15.00

Ages 6+

Tag Jr.

From LeapFrog

$24.99 Additional books $10.00

Ages 2-4 Years

Polly Pocket Roller Coaster Resort Playset

From Mattel

$49.99

Ages 4+

Unfortunately, we couldn't show everything we wanted to so following are some more great toys for rainy days.

Crayola Pip Squeaks
From Crayola
Ages 5+
$4.99

Crayola Color Switchers
From Crayola
Ages 3+
$4.99

Crayola Telescoping Crayon Tower
From Crayola
Ages 5+
$14.99

Paperoni Deluxe Stuio
From Spin Master
Ages 6+
$19.99

Alphabet Soup
From VTECH
$29.99
Ages 3+

Nitro Web Notebook
From VTECH
$49.99
Ages 5-8

Super Why Zap & Learn Why Writer
From Learning Curve
$19.99
Ages 3-5

Trio Basic Tub Set
From Fisher Price
$29.99
3-6

Mickey’s Magic Choo Choo
From Fisher Price Friends
$49.99
Ages 3+

Ticket to Ride
From Games of Wonder
$49.99
Ages 8+

For more toys and fun, check out Chris' blog on Live With Regis & Kelly by clicking here.

This Week's New Video Games

by Jeff McKinney (follow me on Twitter)

It's finally here! G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra arrives in theaters on Friday (August 7, 2009). If you can't wait until the end of the week for your Joe fix, then pick up the video game based on the movie, in stores tomorrow. We've got a few more suggestions for great games due in stores this week and here they are:

G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (All platforms, rated Teen (DS rated E10+)
Based on the upcoming film from Paramount Pictures, the GI Joe video game picks up where the movie leaves off, allowing players both in single player mode, as well as a local co-op multiplayer mode, to re-create and relive the greatest moments from the blockbuster film, classic cartoon and action figure toy line.

Hannah Montana: Rock Out the Show (PSP, rated Everyone)
Hannah Montana is bringing her tour to the PSP, and you've got a backstage pass! In the first ever Hannah Montana game for PSP, fans will not only star in the show, they will also design a custom concert in each city they visit and rock the stage as Hannah Montana with 11 hit songs.

Singstar: Queen (PS2, PS3, rated Teen)
This new release features 20 full songs and 25 authentic music videos from the iconic British band's prodigious musical catalog, letting you and others channel Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor and John Deacon as you perform like rock stars from a bygone era.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles in Time Re-Shelled (PS3, Xbox 360 Download, rated Everyone 10+)
This exclusive downloadable game is a remake of TMNT 4: Turtles in Time, in which the turtles travel backwards and forwards through history in an attempt to restore peace to the city. To download this game, you will need to have your game system connected to the internet with an online account enabled.