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By the late 1920s, the effects of Prohibition were seemingly irreversible. The laws against alcohol consumption and sale created some of the most prolific organized crime syndicates the United States had ever seen. Al Capone and his squad of Enforcers ruled the Chicago streets with brute force and controlled Chicago authorities with cash bribes. In a world like this, anything goes. And keeping a low profile is hardly essential. Take to the streets of Chicago as one of Al Capone's notorious Enforcers. Choose from the wide range of authentic gangster weapons and make your opposition an offer they can't refuse. The strait forward storyline will engulf you in fast-paced, heavy action sequences were the choice of weapon and ability to maneuver will certainly make the difference. If the missions aren't enough, try your luck at the 16 player Xbox Live Death-match and Team Death-match modes.

The world of Pokemon expands. Pokemon technology makes its next quantum leap. The new games are set in Kanto, the region where Pokemon first took root and exploded into a major phenomenon, and the latest titles stuff in tons of exciting new features. One thing is for certain, when Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen get into Trainers' hands, Pokemon fans stand to become the coolest, most connected gaming community in the world. When you get your copy of Pokemon FireRed, you will also nab Nintendo's cutting-edge peripheral Game Boy Advance Wireless Adapter.

As the title suggests, this sequel shooter is designed to re-create the adrenaline rush of stalking and hunting large, powerful animals that can be as dangerous to the hunter as the hunter is to them. More structured and fast-paced than some other Cabela's brand hunting titles, the game challenges players to seek out and survive vicious attacks using only common weaponry, limited ammunition, and quick wit.

Lt. Jimmy Patterson battles through dangerous first-person missions across enemy territory in Medal of Honor: Frontline, the series' first release for the Xbox. Amidst the confusion that followed the Operation Market-Garden offensive (September 1944), the hero must infiltrate the German frontline to steal the HO-IX -- an experimental Nazi weapon that could turn the tide of the war. The game's campaign is made up of five main missions of rescue, infiltration, and sabotage, each consisting of at least three levels of action. Xbox players have the added bonus of split-screen multiplayer gameplay, which was unavailable on the earlier PlayStation 2 version.As in other games in the Medal of Honor series, developers have gone to notable lengths to make the various elements of this release as authentic as possible. Missions are all based on actual events and the wide selection of weapons is appropriate to the setting. The game strives to create a World War II-era ambiance and was designed with the assistance of the Smithsonian's HO-IX expert Russ Lee. Capt. Dale Dye returns as technical consultant and developers worked with the Congressional Medal of Honor Society to help ensure that this game "reflects the ideals and integrity" suggested by its title.

Get ready for a totally new Tony Hawk experience with Tony Hawk's Underground for your GBA and GBA SP. Play as yourself, not a pro skater, as you make your way through a plot-twisting story that takes you from life as an unknown local skate punk to fame and fortune as a superstar skater.

Set in the distant future, Neo Contra continues the adventures of the legendary hero Bill Rizer and takes players into a world of intense shooting action in a stunningly detailed 3-D environment. Players will experience impressive explosions and huge boss enemies as they make their way through extremely detailed stages. Incredible CG cinematic movies also enhance the game's dynamic visual design. Neo Contra brings classic Contra action to 3-D.

When the evil Plankton decides to unfold his most sinister plot ever, the future of Bikini Bottom lies in the hands of three unsuspecting heroes. Put your platform skills to the ultimate test as SpongeBob, Patrick or Sandy Cheeks. Each character has its own unique moves and abilities that must be manipulated in different situations. Control crazy maneuvers like "Tongue Boarding," "Underwear Bungee Jumping" and the "Lasso Copter", along with crazy power-ups like the "Guided Cruise Bubble" and the "Bubble Bowl."
Explore ten immersive 3D worlds and encounter familiar friends in this super sea adventure. Can you put a stop to Plankton's evil plan?

Great soccer players need a great first touch, and the same is now true for gamers with FIFA Soccer 2005. Using an all-new fluid player kinetic system, a player's first touch becomes a key advantage for players who can think quickly and act fast to outsmart the competition. An all-new animation system reacts to every button press with authentic responsiveness, directly translating to the speed and vision of the world's greatest players. With more than 350 official team and league licenses from around the world, more than 12,000 officially licensed players and an enhanced Career Mode, FIFA Soccer 2005 is the only complete, authentic, and intelligent soccer experience.

Need for Speed is back and better than ever in Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit 2. True to its heritage, NFS Hot Pursuit 2 sports a stable of over 20 exotic cars from the world's most coveted licensors, including Ferrari, Porsche and Lamborghini. The game boasts over 20 courses, some of which are more than twelve miles long. Dodge traffic, police and natural elements as you maneuver at high speeds. Get behind the wheel of a police car and bust pesky law-breakers in "Be the cop" mode. Or square off against a friend in multi-player mode.

Sony's MLB '06 continues their sports series with a number of enhanced features. The Career and Franchise modes from previous games now include "career spotlights" and morale. Players who embark on a career will have each noteworthy achievement and failure documented over time, while franchise owners must keep a watchful eye on each athlete's salary, spot in the batting order, and amount of playing time to keep the clubhouse happy and running smoothly. Rivalries between friends or specific teams can be tracked as well, with the game recording wins, losses, team batting averages, and other pertinent statistics between the two clubs. It also features "game time decisions" throughout the course of a career or franchise, letting players decide whether to rest injured athletes or have them grind through their maladies during a key game or series. A new mode called King of the Diamond has arcade-minded baseball fans selecting a pitcher and batter before trying to hit the ball to different areas in a shooting gallery-style ballpark. The team with the most runs before time expires wins the mini-game. Dave Campbell and Matt Vasgersian are joined by former player Rex Hudler for all-new commentary designed to take into account game-specific situations rather than generic observations. EyeToy and online support are once again included, with the latter offering real-time MLB updates with 31 different feeds.