Nintendo and Electronic Arts have said today they are to bring the hit author, Anthony Horowitz to the Nintendo DSiWare store, exclusively to FLIPS with his horror collection.
There will be three stories available, each of which is from the More Bloody Horowitz book and is designed as a range of interactive books for children while cominbing the fun of the DS with some educational benefits.
Anthony Horowitz commented, "I think it's great that my horror stories are going to be available on the DSiWare service. It's the best of both worlds...the fun and interactivity of a computer game combined with the pleasure of reading. This is definitely the way forward."
It'll be available on the store on May 21.
Press release:
Thursday 20th May – Prepare to be scared as Nintendo and Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:ERTS) launch three horror stories by bestselling author Anthony Horowitz, exclusively to FLIPS on Nintendo DSiWare.
For the first time ever, you'll be able to read the three new macabre stories by No. 1 bestselling author Anthony Horowitz, ahead of the horror collection being published in book form by Walker Books this September. As part of the range of titles from EA FLIPS, players will be able to download this exclusive content from the Nintendo DSi Shop from 21st May.
Anthony Horowitz commented, 'I think it's great that my horror stories are going to be available on the DSiWare service. It's the best of both worlds...the fun and interactivity of a computer game combined with the pleasure of reading. This is definitely the way forward."
With summer holidays just around the corner, the plethora of games on DSiWare will keep the whole family entertained for hours. The DSiWare service offers over 150 items of software to download. From the challenges of Dr Kawashima's: Little Bit of Brain Training to the creativity of a portable animation studio, Flipnote Studio and a multitude of pick up and play games, DSiWare has something for everyone.
DSiWare is available to download onto all the consoles in the Nintendo DS family including the newest member, Nintendo DSi XL. Those using the console to read More Bloody Horowitz will find the larger and wider viewing angled screen provides greater comfort for the eyes.
Anthony Horowitz's three stories from MORE BLOODY HOROWITZ will be available on EA FLIPS - a range of interactive books aimed at children, combining all the fun of the Nintendo DS and Nintendo DSi console with the educational benefits of a good read.
So get ready to be gripped by the combination of drama and puzzles in More Bloody Horowitz, available to download exclusively on Nintendo DSiWare on 21st May for 200 DSi points.
