Those of you in New York or near it have a special opportunity today. At 1pm, the Nintendo World Store will be hosting a launch party for Advance Wars: Days of Ruin on the DS. Sure, anyone can get the game at anytime, anywhere this week. Thing is, not all of us can do so in the geekiest way possible.

Full details on the event after the break for those thinking of going.

WHAT: Nintendo celebrates the release of the groundbreaking Advance Wars®: Days of Ruin with a launch party at the Nintendo World store in Rockefeller Plaza. Passionate gamers with an appetite for virtual combat will gather for a sneak peek at the latest Advance Wars title and a chance to win awesome prizes. Consumers are sure to line up early, as Nintendo will be awarding the first 25 attendees a free copy of the game. Eager fans of all stripes will participate in Nintendo trivia challenges, create colorful Advance Wars battle maps and compete in a live multiplayer tournament.

Advance Wars: Days of Ruin for Nintendo DS™ makes its official debut on Jan. 21, updating the acclaimed combat series with a host of new characters, enhanced graphics and exciting wireless features. Players must lead their troops through a mind-bending battle to save the planet in this hotly anticipated sequel, using keen strategy and the award-winning wireless function of the top-selling Nintendo DS.

WHO: Video game enthusiasts of all ages

WHEN: Sunday, Jan. 20
Event time: 1 – 3 p.m.

WHERE: Nintendo World store
10 Rockefeller Plaza
New York, NY 10020
646-459-0800
www.nintendoworldstore.com

NEWS/VISUALS:

* Line of consumers eager to get their hands of Advance Wars: Days of Ruin
* Gamers of all ages competing for prizes
* Fans cheering each other on in a live multiplayer tournament
* Characters for consumer photo opps

via GoNintendo