Official Nintendo Magazine – July 2010 – Issue 57

GoldenEye 007 – James Bond / Daniel Craig Cover Edition

Original UK edition of The Official Nintendo Magazine, Issue 57, dated July 2010, published by Future Publishing.

This issue features a striking James Bond-themed cover celebrating the return of the legendary Nintendo 64 classic GoldenEye 007, reimagined for the Nintendo Wii.

An excellent piece of Nintendo gaming history, particularly appealing to collectors of GoldenEye, James Bond, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS and vintage video game magazines.

Front Cover – GoldenEye 007

The front cover prominently features Daniel Craig as James Bond, dressed in a dark suit jacket and white shirt, against a dramatic black, grey and gold background.

The design incorporates the iconic gold 007 gun logo, a large GOLDENEYE title and a circular gun-sight-inspired graphic.

The main headline reads:

"World Exclusive – GoldenEye – A Nintendo Legend Is Reborn"

The magazine promotes exclusive coverage including:

• Behind-the-scenes access to the new GoldenEye 007 game.

• Insider interviews with people involved in its development.

• Exclusive screenshots.

• In-depth first impressions.

• The return of the celebrated Nintendo 64 gaming franchise to Nintendo Wii.

Additional cover headlines advertise Sonic Colours and more than 30 new games, including Pokémon, Guitar Hero, Batman, de Blob and Okami.

Main Features and Articles

GoldenEye 007 – You Only Live Twice (Page 28)

The major feature of this issue examines the return of GoldenEye to Nintendo consoles.

The article revisits the legacy of the original Nintendo 64 title while introducing its modern Wii interpretation. The magazine promotes a world-exclusive first look, featuring screenshots, developer information and early impressions.

A particularly interesting feature for fans of the original Rare-developed GoldenEye 007 and collectors interested in the evolution of James Bond video games.

System Shock (Page 36)

An editorial feature examining the changing video game industry, including the games and systems players might experience in the future.

Simple Pleasures (Page 98)

An article celebrating the smaller details and gameplay mechanics that make video games enjoyable.

The Making of Infinite Space (Page 102)

Behind-the-scenes coverage exploring the development of PlatinumGames' Nintendo DS science-fiction RPG.

Super Mario Galaxy 2 Guide (Page 108)

A guide to the Nintendo Wii platform adventure, offering advice for the game's opening worlds and boss encounters.

Monster Hunter Tri Guide (Page 114)

Hints and advice for Nintendo's action-adventure game, including guidance for the opening quests.

Replay: Tetris (Page 118)

A retrospective examining the history and lasting popularity of the classic puzzle game.

Nintendo Wii Games Featured

The contents pages confirm coverage of numerous Nintendo Wii titles, including:

• Sonic Colours (Page 44): Preview of Sonic's colourful new adventure.

• de Blob: The Underground (Page 50): Preview of the sequel to the original de Blob.

• Shaun White Skateboarding (Page 54): Early look at the skateboarding game.

• Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock (Page 62): Preview of the music game.

• PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure (Page 64): Additional preview coverage.

• Batman: The Brave & The Bold (Page 66): Preview.

• Toy Story 3 (Page 71): Preview.

• Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11 (Page 78): Review.

• Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands (Page 82): Review.

• Green Day: Rock Band (Page 86): Review.

• Round Up: Iron Man 2 (Page 87): Additional game review coverage.

The contents also reference several other Nintendo Wii titles and downloadable games.

Nintendo DS Games Featured

The issue includes previews and reviews of Nintendo DS releases, including:

Pokémon Black & White (Page 58)

An early look at the next generation of Pokémon, introducing new creatures and developments in the series.

Okamiden (Page 60)

Preview of the Nintendo DS follow-up to the acclaimed Okami adventure.

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (Page 68)

Preview coverage of the distinctive mystery adventure.

Blue Dragon: Awakened Shadow (Page 73)

Additional Nintendo DS preview coverage.

Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands (Page 84)

Review of the Nintendo DS adaptation.

Additional Magazine Content

Alongside the major features, the magazine contains its regular editorial sections, including reader feedback, Nintendo news, gaming challenges, game ratings and Nintendo knowledge features.

The photographed contents pages also show colourful screenshots, illustrations and promotional artwork from GoldenEye 007, Sonic Colours, Pokémon Black & White, Super Mario Galaxy 2 and other featured games.

This issue provides an interesting snapshot of Nintendo gaming during 2010, when the Wii and Nintendo DS were major platforms.

Condition – Please Read

Pre-owned vintage gaming magazine in good overall condition, with visible signs of age and handling.

The supplied photographs show:

• Front cover: The black and gold GoldenEye artwork remains attractive, with strong colours and clearly readable text.

• Surface wear: Some light scuffs, rubbing and handling marks are visible, particularly against the dark cover background.

• Spine: Visible rubbing and minor wear along the spine and binding edge.

• Corners: Small signs of wear, including rubbing and slight bending around the lower corners.

• Edges: Minor edge wear and light handling-related imperfections.

• Cover shape: Slight curvature and general signs of previous handling.

• Interior pages: The photographed contents pages appear bright, clean and readable, with clear printed illustrations and text.

• Binding: The magazine appears to remain together in the photographed sections.

No obvious major tears, significant staining or handwritten markings are visible in the supplied photographs.

The magazine has not been inspected page by page, so the condition of every internal page cannot be guaranteed.

Please examine all photographs carefully before purchasing, as they form an important part of the description.

Important – Magazine Only

This sale is for the magazine only.

Any original free gifts, promotional items, supplements, discs, accessories or other items that may have accompanied the magazine when originally purchased are no longer included.

Only the physical magazine shown in the photographs will be supplied.

Packaging and Delivery

UK Orders: The magazine will be carefully packaged and dispatched in a protective hardback envelope.

International Orders: The magazine will be carefully packaged in a cardboard mailer-size box to provide additional protection during international transit.

SKU: 1577