To celebrate the release of the new Super Mario Bros game on the Wii, Nintendo is launching a nationwide competition to find ‘Britain’s Best Nintendo Gamer’. The lucky winner will not only be crowned champion but will win a trip for five worth £10,000 to Ninty’s headquarters in Japan. If that’s not enough, all 16 finalists will be given an exclusive first play of Super Mario Bros Wii and will also receive free copies of all first party titles for one year.

The regional finals will be held on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th October. Players will be given the chance to showcase their skills in Wii Sports Resort, Wii Fit, Mario Kart DS and New Super Mario Bros DS. There is no need to register; those who wish to enter simply have turn up at one of the venues listed below.

Presenter, comedian and Absolute Radio DJ, Iain Lee will host the final which will take place at the Odeon in Covent Garden on Friday 30th October. The voice of Super Mario himself Charles Martinez will also be on hand to crown the champion.

If you want to be in with a chance of winning a once in a lifetime prize, head on down to your nearest location:

Bluewater – GAME store

Swansea – Boarders concession

Manchester Trafford Centre – Selfridges concession

Oxford Street – GAME store

Birmingham New Street – Gamestation

Hull – Gamestation

Edinburgh Princess Street – Gamestation

Norwich – Gamestation

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