When they're not busy putting shrimp on barbeques or recoiling in anger at stereotypes propogated in gaming blogs, Australians are just as enamored with games as the rest of us. Nintendo of Australia has realized this and is currently taking the DS on tour, holding tournaments and demonstrations all over the world's smallest continent. If you're a resident, you'd be particularly interested in the Mario Kart DS championship Ninty is organizing, as well as the prize - a year's worth of Nintendo DS products. It's good to see that Nintendo's taking a very active stance in their DS marketing campaign. Flashy television commercial advertisements and glossy one-sheets may be effective, but nothing beats trying out the little dual screen beast for yourself and engaging in some competitive Mario Karting. Just be sure to keep out of throwing distance from Russel Crowe.
