Limited Giratina Origin Forme Figure Available with Pre-Order of Pokémon Platinum Version

Vancouver, BC., Feb. 11, 2009 – Pokémon games have always required players to have a sense of timing and good strategy. So here’s one move that’s sure to produce awesome results. Beginning Feb. 15, Pokémon fans who reserve a copy of the upcoming Pokémon Platinum Version game for the Nintendo DS system will receive a Giratina Origin Forme figure, while supplies last.

The Giratina Origin Forme has never been seen before and appears for the first time in the Pokémon Platinum Version video game, which launches in North America on March 22. The figure will be available nationwide through participating retailers, which might require a deposit to reserve the game. Most retailers will provide the figure when a reservation is made, though consumers are advised to check with their preferred retailer for details.

Pokémon Platinum Version is the latest epic Pokémon adventure. With new features, Pokémon formes and online options, it expands on the best elements from previous Pokémon titles to reach new levels of fun and adventure. Pokémon Platinum Version follows on the heels of the very popular Pokémon Diamond Version and Pokémon Pearl Version, which launched in North America in April 2007. According to independent data from the NPD Group, more than 5.3 million copies of those two games have been sold in North America, with more than 450,000 copies in Canada alone.

“Pokémon aficionados are familiar with the unique characters of the game, and the Giratina Origin Forme figure will definitely get fans excited for the launch of Pokémon Platinum Version,” said Ron Bertram, Nintendo of Canada’s vice-president and general manager. “Pokémon titles are some of the most popular video games and have sold more that 186 million units worldwide.   The release of Pokémon Platinum continues to expand the franchise legacy by offering players new experiences and adventures.”

 The sculpted Giratina Origin Forme figure strikes a dramatic pose and stands about 2.75 inches tall. It is crafted by Kaiyodo, an internationally renowned figure-making company. In Pokémon Platinum Version, Giratina appears in its Origin Forme in the mysterious new Distortion World. Giratina is classified as a Renegade Pokémon of the Ghost/Dragon type. Giratina Origin Forme has the special Ability to Levitate, which makes Giratina immune to Ground-type attacks. Giratina will revert to its “Altered Forme” (seen in Pokémon Diamond Version and Pokémon Pearl Version, each sold separately) once a player encounters and catches it in Pokémon Platinum Version. Players may transform Giratina back into its Origin Forme by having it hold a special item found in the game.

~ by consolecreatures on February 11, 2009.