Feel the adrenaline surge as you take your position at the starting line. When the whistle blows, you're off, your feet pounding against the track and your heart racing as fast as the rest of you. Your muscles strain as you put on an extra burst of power near the finish line. You're neck and neck with one of your opponents. Will you be the first to cross the line?The classic sporting excitement of the Track & Field series leaps onto the Nintendo DS with New International Track & Field, combining all the series' timeless fun with thrilling new graphics, gameplay and events. Participate in more than 20 grueling athletic events, ranging from the 100-meter sprint to archery, and show off your prowess either in single events or in the challenging Sporting Career mode. More than 15 characters, including both fan favorites and all-new characters, bring the action to life as you take on the competition using the DS's unique touch screen and stylus. With the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, New International Track & Field truly lives up to its name, allowing you to participate in tournaments and see how your scores match up against players from all over the world.