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January

January 5, 2006 - Rescue Team
The Pokemon Daisuki Club, Nintendo Homepage, Pokemon Hiroba, and Nintendo Mobile will be giving away special rescue requests that allow players to enjoy hidden Dungeon Oddity Cave (Japanese: いへんのどうくつ) in Game Boy Advance/Nintendo DS Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red and Blue Rescue Team from January 6 to February 28, 2006.[1][2][3]
January 13, 2006 - Chunsoft x SEGA
The Chunsoft x SEGA Website as part of the Chunsoft x SEGA Project is now open![4]
January 14, 2006 - Rescue Team
From January 14, 2006 to January 29, 2006, players can get a special event Dungeon, Remains Island (Japanese: のこされたしま) for Game Boy Advance/Nintendo DS Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red and Blue Rescue Team from the various Pokémon Centers across Japan.[5]
January 31, 2006 - Moonlight Village PC
Today marks the end of the online services for Windows Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer - Monster of Moonlight Village (PC/Internet Version).[6]

February

February 3, 2006 - Rescue Team

From February 3, 2006 to February 28, 2006, players can get a special event Dungeon Fantasy Strait (Japanese: げんそうかいきょう) for Game Boy Advance/Nintendo DS Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red and Blue Rescue Team from the Pokemon Daisuki Club, Nintendo Homepage, Pokemon Hiroba, and Nintendo Mobile.[7]

February 14, 2006 - Rescue Team
From February 11, 2006 to Monday, February 27, 2006, players can get a special event Dungeon Marvelous Sea (Japanese: ふしぎのうみ) for Game Boy Advance/Nintendo DS Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red and Blue Rescue Team from the various Pokémon Centers across Japan.[8]
February 15, 2006 - Level Keep
Keitai Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer - Level Keep(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. is a beginner-oriented game, where players keep their Levels upon Defeat.[9][10][11][12]
February 16, 2006 - Level Keep
Keitai Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer - Level Keep(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. has been released in Japan.
February 18, 2006 - Rescue Team, Go-Getters
Five new Pokémon games are scheduled for release; including both Game Boy Advance/Nintendo DS Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red and Blue Rescue Team.[13]

March

March 1, 2006 - Shiren Mahjong
Shiren Monsters: The Village of Mahjong(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. has begun distribution in Japan.[14][15][16]

May

May 6, 2006 - Shiren 1 DS
The Chunsoft x SEGA Website now features a "coming soon" box for Nintendo DS Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer.[17]
May 9, 2006 - Rescue Team
Blue Rescue Team makes an appearance at the Nintendo E3 2006 Media Briefing at the Kodak Theatre.[18]
May 10, 2006 - Rescue Team, Shiren GOLD
Reported on Nintendo's Official E3 2006 website, Game Boy Advance/Nintendo DS Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red and Blue Rescue Team had an official release date set for September 19, 2006 in North America.[19]
Chunsoft has put out a press release regarding a new title called Keitai Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer - GOLD(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. to be released on May 18, 2006.[20][21]
May 18, 2006 - Shiren GOLD
Keitai Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer - GOLD(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. has been released; adds Shops and Theft mechanics![22]
May 25, 2006 - Shiren Merch, Chun.
SEGA Direct is now hosting an online shop titled "Chun., which sells Chunsoft goods as part of the Chunsoft x SEGA Project. To celebrate, they're reissuing Mamel Plush Toys, and taking pre-orders for various other plush toys and goods. This includes Mamel Bonbons, Mini Mamel Plush, Mini Chintala Plush, Mini Thiefwalrus Plush, the Chunsoft Game Music Greatest Collection, and the CHUNSOFT 20th Anniversary ~ SHIREN THE WANDERER's 20th SPECIAL COLLECTION.[23][24]
May 26, 2006 - Shiren Merch, Chun.
ITmedia has reported on the new Chunsoft web store, Chun., which "aims to provide products that are exciting and satisfying, while taking full advantage of the strengths of both companies." They've shared digital renderings of the new Mamel Bonbons.(UT) - This is an unofficial translation.[25]

June

June 1, 2006 - Mamel's Diary
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has a new message, featuring a couple of Mamels in a cardboard box. The update title states they are now taking pre-orders for the Mamel Bonbons and Mini Mamels.[26]
June 8, 2006 - Mamel's Diary
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has a new message featuring the Mamels, again stating that pre-orders are available.[27][28]
June 15, 2006 - Mamel's Diary
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new entry into the Mamel's Diary(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. (Japanese: マムル日記).(Message unknown, as it wasn't archived properly.)[29]
June 22, 2006 - Mamel's Diary
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new entry into the Mamel's Diary(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. (Japanese: マムル日記).(Message unknown, as it wasn't archived properly.)[30]
June 29, 2006 - Mamel's Diary
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new entry into the Mamel's Diary(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. (Japanese: マムル日記).(Message unknown, as it wasn't archived properly.)[30]

July

July 6, 2006 - Mamel's Diary
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new entry into the Mamel's Diary(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. (Japanese: マムル日記).(Message unknown, as it wasn't archived properly.)[31]
July 13, 2006 - Chun.
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new news entry. No summary or indication of its contents was archived.
July 17, 2006 - Rescue Team
In the release list from Nintendo of Europe, Game Boy Advance/Nintendo DS Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red and Blue Rescue Team were given a release date on November 10, 2006 in Europe, and on September 28, 2006 in North America.[32]
July 20, 2006 - Chun.
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new news entry. No summary or indication of its contents was archived.
July 26, 2006 - Shiren GOLD
Chunsoft is holding a national speed-clearing contents in Keitai Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer - GOLD(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. from July 26 to August 31.[33]
July 27, 2006 - Chun.
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new news entry. No summary or indication of its contents was archived.

August

August 3, 2006 - Chun.
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new news entry. No summary or indication of its contents was archived.
August 5, 2006 - Pokémon Mystery Dungeon.
Bulbapedia has reported that the animated special based on the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon games will air on Cartoon Network in the United States on September 8, 2005.[34] (Sourced from Anime News Network, original story link unknown.)
August 8, 2006 - Pokémon Mystery Dungeon, Go-Getters
An animated introduction to Pokémon Mystery Dungeon was played in the Pokémon "The Party of the Decade" event in New York City, in the United States. It appears to have frozen mid-scene.[35][36]
August 24, 2006 - Chun.
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new news entry. No summary or indication of its contents was archived.
August 31, 2006 - Shiren Merch, Chun.
The Mamel Bonbons, Mini Mamel Plush, Mini Chintala Plush, Mini Thiefwalrus Plush are now available for purchase from the SEGA Direct hosted online shop "Chun., which sells Chunsoft goods.[23][24]
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new news entry. No summary or indication of its contents was archived.

September

September 14, 2006 - Chun.
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new news entry. No summary or indication of its contents was archived.
September 15, 2006 - Shiren MEGA
Chunsoft has released a press-release mentioning Keitai Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer - MEGA(UT) - This is an unofficial translation..[37]
September 18, 2006 - Rescue Team
Game Boy Advance/Nintendo DS Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red and Blue Rescue Team have been officially released in North America!
September 22, 2006 - Shiren MEGA
The NTT DoCoMo booth was a huge success at the 2006 Tokyo Game Show. Keitai Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer - MEGA(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. was on display, and is one of the new games to take advantage of the "significant increase in app capacity", and "takes advantage of the high capacity and display resolution to feature large, beautiful characters".[38]
September 28, 2006 - Rescue Team
Game Boy Advance/Nintendo DS Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red and Blue Rescue Team have been officially released in Australia!

October

October 6, 2006 - Shiren 1 DS
SEGA has announced that it will be giving away a Shiren the Wanderer DS Monster Star Encyclopedia(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. (Japanese: 不思議のダンジョン 風来のシレンDS もんすたぁ大全) booklet as a Pre-order Bonus for Nintendo DS Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer.[39]
October 12, 2006 - Mega 2, Shiren Merch, Chun.
A Docomo press release regarding the release of 14 new models of phones, including the 903i series featured a PDF. The PDF mentions Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer - Mega 2, which is tentatively planned for a December 2006 release. It's said to have been upgraded with beautiful graphics and new features.[40][41]
The Shiren the Wanderer Telephone Card(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. (Japanese: 風来のシレン テレホンカード) is now up for sale in Japan. It's never been made available to the public before.[42]
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new news entry. No summary or indication of its contents was archived.
October 18, 2006 - iShiren 2
Keitai Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer 2(NT) - This name may be officially used elsewhere, but this media hasn't been officially translated. has been released in Japan.[43]

November

November 2, 2006 - Mamel's Diary
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new news entry. No summary or indication of its contents was archived.
November 9, 2006 - Mamel's Diary
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new entry into the Mamel's Diary(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. (Japanese: マムル日記).(Message unknown, as it wasn't archived properly.)[44]
November 10, 2006 - Rescue Team
Game Boy Advance/Nintendo DS Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red and Blue Rescue Team have been officially released in Europe!
November 16, 2006 - Shiren 1 DS, Chun.
The Nintendo DS Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer section of the Chunsoft x SEGA Website is now available.[45][46]
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new news entry. No summary or indication of its contents was archived.
November 23, 2006 - Mamel's Diary
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new entry into the Mamel's Diary(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. (Japanese: マムル日記).(Message unknown, as it wasn't archived properly.)[47]
November 30, 2006 - Mamel's Diary
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new entry into the Mamel's Diary(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. (Japanese: マムル日記).(Message unknown, as it wasn't archived properly.)[47]
Images of the Nintendo DS Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer Deluxe Edition Shiren Traps Tote Bag have been revealed. It's made of "No. 8 canvas", a slightly thick and durable material and has an inner pocket. Pre-orders will also include a Shiren the Wanderer DS Monster Star Encyclopedia. Shiren 1 DS is set to release on December 14, 2006, and will cost 5,040 yen with tax. The Shiren 1 DS Deluxe Edition will cost 7,140 yen with tax.[48]

December

December 6, 2006 - Shiren MEGA
ITmedia: Introducing Keitai Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer - MEGA(UT) - This is an unofficial translation..[49]
December 7, 2006 - Mamel's Diary, Shiren MEGA
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new entry into the Mamel's Diary(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. (Japanese: マムル日記).(Message unknown, as it wasn't archived properly.)[50]
Keitai Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer - MEGA(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. has been released in Japan.[51]
December 11, 2006 - Rescue Team
Review: Nintendo DS Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team on Cubed3.[52]
December 14, 2006 - Shiren 1 DS
Nintendo DS Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer for Nintendo DS has been officially released in Japan![42]
The Shiren the Wanderer DS Monster Star Encyclopedia is included as a Pre-order Bonus.[42]
The Shiren 1 DS Deluxe Edition includes a Shiren Traps Tote Bag as a bonus.[42]
The Shiren the Wanderer: Official Guide Book(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. has released in Japan. It costs 1,365 yen.[42]
To celebrate the release of Shiren 1 DS in Japan, the Chunsoft online shop Chun. exclusively features game director Ishigami's comments.[53]
December 21, 2007 - Shiren Merch, Mamel's Diary
The Shiren the Wanderer - Mini Collection 1 released today in Japan. There are 12 figures total, each figure comes in 2 colors (a SEGA Direct exclusive) and they cost 4,560 yen.[42]
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new entry into the Mamel's Diary(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. (Japanese: マムル日記).(Message unknown, as it wasn't archived properly.)[54]
December 28, 2006 - Mamel's Diary
The Chunsoft online shop Chun. has posted a new entry into the Mamel's Diary(UT) - This is an unofficial translation. (Japanese: マムル日記).(Message unknown, as it wasn't archived properly.)[55]

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