It was an intense day today at Bookmans Ina, where kids turned out in droves to get their hands on the Nintendo Wii controllers and challenge their peers to a game of Super Smash Bros. Brawl!

This afternoon marked another entry in Bookmans' annual Video Game Challenge, and to say it was a success would be an understatement. For a few hours there was punching, kicking, fireballs, telekinetic throws and all other forms of combat in the living room. Of course, I'm talking about Super Smash Bros. Brawl for the Nintendo Wii! Kids 13 and under came to hang out with their friends, and as one kid explained, "do what we do every weekend anyway." Only this time, there were prizes involved!

Our first place winner, Zack S., took home a $100 gift certificate and an awesome commemorative trophy. Second and third place winners, Alek S. and Clayton B., walked away with $50 and $25 respectively (Alek S. spent his winnings immediately after the tourney on... you guessed it, video games).

I can't wait until the tournament next weekend for older kids/adults in which we'll be playing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 on the Xbox 360!

Check out our Flickr page for pictures from this smashtastic event!