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Two of the biggest video game heroes, Mario and Sonic, will be coming together again, this time taking their rivalry to the snow and ice in another officially licensed Olympic-themed smash hit Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games. The rivalry will continue late in 2009 on the Nintendo Wii , Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games on Nintendo Wii will take players to Vancouver, Canada, host city of the official 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Game invites players of all ages and skill sets to face-off in some of the most intense winter competitions available for the NintendoWii.

Developed by SEGA of Japan, under the guidance of Shigeru Miyamoto, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games will take players to lifelike Olympic venues where they can choose from a legendary cast of playable characters, including new faces to the series.

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games will feature completely new Olympic Winter Games events from the official competition schedule including Alpine Skiing and Speed Skating and many, many more...

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games will feature controls for the Nintendo Wii. Gamers will enjoy completely unique experiences Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games on the Wii having its own specific gameplay features and modes. Players of all skill levels will enjoy the intuitive controls of the Nintendo Wii , in both single and multiplayer gaming modes.Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games on Wii will offer an even richer multiplayer experience offering co-op and competitive gameplay. Additionally, one of the new features to be found in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games is the inclusion of the Wii Balance Board which can be used in some events featured in the Wii version, allowing for a more interactive and realistic gaming experience.