Hasbro Family Game Night – Wii & DS Launch Trailers

EA has announced the next versions of the popular “Hasbro Family Game Night,” featuring a sequel for the Wii and a brand new title for the Nintendo DS.  Check out the trailers below.  Both games are set to release on October 27, 2009.

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Product Description
Featuring OPERATION, JENGA, BOP-IT, PICTUREKA, and CONNECT 4X4 on the Wii, HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT 2 offers original and new modes to play these Hasbro favorites. MR. POTATO HEAD returns as master of ceremonies and your host in a brand-new “Game Show” mode which transports players to a television game show studio complete with an audience and “Challenge Wheel.” HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT 2 for the Wii will also allow fans to use their Mii characters, customize MR. POTATO HEAD, pick new themes and obtain new trophies.

The Nintendo DS version is titled HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT and designed for portable fun on-the-go. Featuring a mix of new and favorite games including CONNECT 4, BATTLESHIP, OPERATION and BOP-IT, each game will offer original and new ways to play, plus wireless support for multi-player competitions.

Just as Hasbro’s worldwide “Family Game Night” campaign is designed to promote the social benefits of playing board games with family and friends, the video game counterparts from EA can also pack in plenty of fun at such gatherings.

Key Features of the Wii Version
• Games included are: OPERATION, JENGA, BOP-IT, PICTUREKA! and CONNECT 4×4
• Play more of the classic games you know and love with 1-4 players, including all-new modes such as OPERATION: The Germinator and JENGA: Hammertime
• HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT 2 is the follow-up to EA’s successful 2008 product which received several accolades including a Parents’ Choice Silver Honor Award as well as an “All-Star” Award from Toy Wishes Magazine
• Use your Mii’s to compete with family and friends in the all-new “Game Show” mode
• Customize MR. POTATO HEAD with eight different unlockable themes including “Tokyo Gamer” and “Wild West”
• Pick from new environments and obtain new trophies to add to your collection

Key Features Specific to Nintendo DS Version
• Brings the best suited games from HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT 1 and 2 to the handheld including CONNECT 4, BATTLESHIP, OPERATION and BOP-IT
• Original modes, plus new ways to play such as CONNECT 4 Power Chips and BATTLESHIP Salvo Mode
• Challenge friends and family on-the-go with single-cart multiplayer fun
• Wireless multiplayer also available
• Win trophies and unlock cool environments

Product Specifications
Publisher: Electronic Arts Inc.
Developer: EA Bright Light
Ship Date: October 2009
Category: Family Board & Party Game
Rating: E for Everyone

Game code and certain audio visual materials © 2009 Electronic Arts Inc. All Rights Reserved. HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT, BATTLESHIP, BOP IT, CONNECT 4, CONNECT 4×4, OPERATION, PICTUREKA, SORRY! and MR. POTATO HEAD are trademarks of Hasbro and are used with permission. © 2009 Hasbro. All rights Reserved. JENGA is a trademark of Pokonobe Associates and is used with permission.

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