McFly to star at 'Pokemon' launch

Nintendo's latest Pokemon games will be launched at an official event at toy store Hamleys in central London today with pop stars McFly making a guest appearance.

A total of 200 gamers who pre-ordered the titles will be allowed entry, where they will also pick up the game one day ahead of its official release.

Pokemon Diamond and Pokemon Pearl are brand new additions to the hugely successful franchise, featuring over 100 new Pokemon while battling friends online as well as chatting anything in the world through the Nintendo Wi-Fi connection service.

The titles both utilise features found on the Nintendo DS including touch screen play, online capabilities and voice-chat via the built-in microphone.

Those keen to gain entry to the event need to pre-order their copy of Pokemon Diamond or Pokemon Peal at GAME in Hamleys or GAME in Oxford Street, though tickets will only be available while stocks last.