I’ll admit it, when the press release rolled in for this game a little while ago, I was rather excited. The line in the first paragraph that explained that “Wonderworld Amusement Park brings to life a fully 3D world of games, rides and prizes” had my heart palpitating. Would the gaming gods be kind enough to grace the Wii with one of those RollerCoaster Tycoon type games that took over my life in middle school?

Twenty seconds of reading later, it became painfully clear to me that the only tycoon-related activities in the game were performed by the thugs at Majesco that believe we need another Carnival Games.

Wonderworld Amusement Park will feature thirty different mini-games in five of the game’s “stylized fantasy areas.” You can also create your own avatar and ride 3D rides. And once again, no, you cannot build your own rides.

The game is slated for a summer 2008 release, but until then, go check out the exciting press release after the break.

EDISON, N.J., Dec 11, 2007 (BUSINESS WIRE)— Majesco Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: COOL), an innovative provider of video games for the mass market, today announced Wonderworld Amusement Park for the Wii(TM) home video game system. Developed by Coyote Console, Wonderworld Amusement Park brings to life a fully 3D world of games, rides and prizes across multiple themed areas that players can explore with personalized avatars.

“In summertime, nothing is more synonymous with family fun than a day at an amusement park. In Wonderworld Amusement Park, we bring this sense of excitement and adventure to the Wii with four player support that enables the whole family to play together,” said Jesse Sutton, Chief Executive Officer, Majesco. “Only the Wii Remote(TM) and Nunchuk(TM) controllers let us reproduce the real life thrill of these games and rides from the comfort of the living room.”

Wonderworld Amusement Park includes 30 different mini-games that mirror real carnival games but are re-imagined in the park’s five stylized fantasy areas. Players immerse themselves in this fantastical world of fun by creating and customizing their own unique character with outfits and accessories purchased with mini-game winnings. As an added bonus, gamers can also enjoy playable rides within the 3D park and challenge other family members in several 4-player gameplay modes.

Wonderworld Amusement Park will launch in summer 2008. For more information, please visit www.majescoentertainment.com.

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