Get Ready for Wappy Dog – The First Video Game Controlled Toy Pet for Nintendo DS

Now here’s some exciting news for the kids video game world. The Nintendo DS to be exact! Activision announced today the next evolution of electronic pets – Wappy Dog. He’s a toy puppy that interacts with players through the Nintendo DS and he’s getting ready to make his debut this Holiday season.

Check out some of the features:

• Communication and Interaction with Wappy – more than 18 conversational prompts are answered with more than 350 evolving responses, with each “barked” response translated by the Nintendo DS™ software. Some of the exciting interactions include Wappy singing adorable tunes in “Home Mode” or moonwalking its paws off when in “Travel Mode”!

• Intelligent and Engaging Behavior – Building a healthy and happy friendship is the key to unlocking Wappy’s many tricks. Five mood states are reflected by the colors of Wappy’s cheeks; an unhappy Wappy will be uncooperative and stubborn, so it is vital for players to keep its cheeks shining bright. With easily recognizable color schemes, young players will know how Wappy is feeling at any moment.

• Fun and Exciting Mini-Games – Thrilling games build a healthy bond between pet and owner; Cooperative, competitive or supportive games will continue to develop the friendship while simultaneously unlocking more games for even more exciting experiences. Wappy will directly participate in games and cheers when it wins or sulks when it loses.

• Nurture and Care for Wappy – Wappy’s nickname can be chosen by the player who will enjoy feeding, bathing and changing Wappy’s style as it matures from a puppy to an adult. Five uniquely varied age states will be accompanied by changing reactions, songs and even the pitch of its voice. Players will love caring for Wappy from precocious puppy tyke to blissfully happy adult pooch.

He’s coming this Holiday season! Stay tuned as we get more details.