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From what I've heard, this is actually a good game. Especially for those with only an Xbox hankering for some platforming action
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/041011/115462_1.html
Monday October 11, 8:53 am ET
Tak Continues To Spread His Juju Magic In Sequel To Last Year's Million-Unit Debut
CALABASAS HILLS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 11, 2004--THQ® Inc. (Nasdaq:THQI - News) and Nickelodeon today announced Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams(TM) -- for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Xbox® videogame system from Microsoft, and Nintendo's GameCube® and Game Boy® Advance -- has shipped to retail outlets throughout North America. The predecessor to this title, Tak and the Power of Juju, was the first property released under THQ and Nickelodeon's agreement to create new cross-media intellectual properties for initial release in the videogame space with the express intent of migrating the properties to other entertainment media.
"We are delighted that the success of Tak, the first title in our unprecedented 'games first' agreement with THQ, has lead to a sequel for this holiday," said Steve Youngwood, senior vice president, Nickelodeon Media Products Group. "Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams is sure to draw gamers back to the brand with a more mature Tak, amazing dream elements, new Juju powers and unique spirit animals."
"Creating a sequel to the Tak property has been a huge initiative for THQ and Nickelodeon across both our organizations," said Tiffany Ternan, senior vice president, North American sales and distribution, THQ. "We're thrilled with the enthusiasm we've received for Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams at retail and look forward to consumers' response to an all-new Tak adventure."
Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams benefits from a multi-million dollar marketing campaign, including:
* A four-month major network and cable television campaign featuring nine different sets of creative
* A comprehensive print campaign throughout the holidays
* Retail promotions with all major retailers
* Massive game trailer campaign included on over 3 million Paramount Home Entertainment videos/DVDs and THQ/Nickelodeon videogames
* Exposure on Nickelodeon's U-Pick Live show, featuring clips from the game and live product give-aways
* Tak 2 comic strip in the December issue of Nickelodeon magazine
* Exclusive Tak mini-game, as well as special downloadable e-collectible cards, hosted by Nick.com
* Console-specific promotions with Sony, Nintendo and Xbox, including demo discs in-store game kiosks and dedicated first party mini-sites
* Official Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams Prima Strategy Guide
About Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams:
Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams will continue following Tak on his adventures against evil. However, players will take on the role of a more experienced Tak as he goes on an epic adventure that will require him to learn all new Juju magic in order to recover the Nightmare Scepter and defeat the evil shaman, Tlaloc. Players will maneuver Tak, armed with new Juju abilities. He will master the ancient Juju magic of animals, allowing him to morph into creatures and accumulate the power of a Spirit Animal. This innovative sequel will also feature massive linear environments and a returning cast of favorite characters, along with four brand new Jujus and the introduction of Jibolba's brother, JB. All new Nightmare Creatures and magical Woodies will also help to further the action. In addition, Tak will be outfitted with new Juju powered artifacts, including the powerful Dream Shaker, which affords him the power to close dream rifts.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/041011/115462_1.html
Monday October 11, 8:53 am ET
Tak Continues To Spread His Juju Magic In Sequel To Last Year's Million-Unit Debut
CALABASAS HILLS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 11, 2004--THQ® Inc. (Nasdaq:THQI - News) and Nickelodeon today announced Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams(TM) -- for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Xbox® videogame system from Microsoft, and Nintendo's GameCube® and Game Boy® Advance -- has shipped to retail outlets throughout North America. The predecessor to this title, Tak and the Power of Juju, was the first property released under THQ and Nickelodeon's agreement to create new cross-media intellectual properties for initial release in the videogame space with the express intent of migrating the properties to other entertainment media.
"We are delighted that the success of Tak, the first title in our unprecedented 'games first' agreement with THQ, has lead to a sequel for this holiday," said Steve Youngwood, senior vice president, Nickelodeon Media Products Group. "Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams is sure to draw gamers back to the brand with a more mature Tak, amazing dream elements, new Juju powers and unique spirit animals."
"Creating a sequel to the Tak property has been a huge initiative for THQ and Nickelodeon across both our organizations," said Tiffany Ternan, senior vice president, North American sales and distribution, THQ. "We're thrilled with the enthusiasm we've received for Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams at retail and look forward to consumers' response to an all-new Tak adventure."
Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams benefits from a multi-million dollar marketing campaign, including:
* A four-month major network and cable television campaign featuring nine different sets of creative
* A comprehensive print campaign throughout the holidays
* Retail promotions with all major retailers
* Massive game trailer campaign included on over 3 million Paramount Home Entertainment videos/DVDs and THQ/Nickelodeon videogames
* Exposure on Nickelodeon's U-Pick Live show, featuring clips from the game and live product give-aways
* Tak 2 comic strip in the December issue of Nickelodeon magazine
* Exclusive Tak mini-game, as well as special downloadable e-collectible cards, hosted by Nick.com
* Console-specific promotions with Sony, Nintendo and Xbox, including demo discs in-store game kiosks and dedicated first party mini-sites
* Official Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams Prima Strategy Guide
About Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams:
Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams will continue following Tak on his adventures against evil. However, players will take on the role of a more experienced Tak as he goes on an epic adventure that will require him to learn all new Juju magic in order to recover the Nightmare Scepter and defeat the evil shaman, Tlaloc. Players will maneuver Tak, armed with new Juju abilities. He will master the ancient Juju magic of animals, allowing him to morph into creatures and accumulate the power of a Spirit Animal. This innovative sequel will also feature massive linear environments and a returning cast of favorite characters, along with four brand new Jujus and the introduction of Jibolba's brother, JB. All new Nightmare Creatures and magical Woodies will also help to further the action. In addition, Tak will be outfitted with new Juju powered artifacts, including the powerful Dream Shaker, which affords him the power to close dream rifts.
