Mario & Dragon Quest To Join Forces 6/21

What seemed impossible about a decade ago after Square and Nintendo's acrimonious split has now become a reality. The Mario gang and your favorite characters from the Dragon Quest series are set to join forces in the latest Itadaki Street game set for release on the NDS this June. So far the character list includes Mario, Yoshi, Luigi, Princess Peach from the Super Mario side and Slime, Jessica, Ryuuoh, Pudding, Bianca, Kukule and Yangus on the Dragon Quest side. And stages include Castle of Torodaine (DQ VIII), Death Volcano (DQ V), Giant Demon's Statue (DQ IV) and Yoshi's Island. The 2-4 player game will also support Wi-Fi and both Wireless and Download Play.

If you're unfamiliar with Itadaki Street, think Mario Party meets Monopoly. Also, the video of the PSP version below the fold will give you an idea of what to expect of the latest iteration.