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Nintendo Download (ALL) Thursday, August 1, 2013

by Rainier on Aug. 1, 2013 @ 4:01 p.m. PDT

Experience incredible gameplay featuring real 3D graphics with no need for special glasses. The Nintendo 3DS system opens up a whole new world of eye-popping gameplay possibilities.

Note: Some demo versions do not support all game features, and players cannot save their in-game progress in demo versions. To enjoy the 3D effect of Nintendo 3DS software, you must experience it from the system itself. . Use Parental Controls to restrict 3D mode for children 6 and under.

Wii U

Pikmin 3 (Nintendo/$39.99/Available Aug 4, 2013)

The world is densely packed with treasures and enemies, which makes the game much more action focused and fills it with layers of potential strategies and paths, adding greater replayability to challenge modes.

Key Features:

  • Players can play using Wii Remote Plus and Nunchuk-based controls or the Wii U GamePad controller. With new intuitive controls that make it possible to aim at objects directly, players can command their tiny, yet powerful, squads in different ways.
  • The GamePad acts as an overhead map and radar to track Pikmin movements in real time. Players can slide a finger across the touch screen to quickly switch between areas, giving greater flexibility in commanding multiple groups of Pikmin.
  • The greater processing and HD capabilities of the Wii U console are put to extensive use, resulting in a more intricately designed world, enhanced ant-like movement of the Pikmin and precisely detailed overhead views for enabling easier strategic use of the Pikmin.
  • After completing a stage, the replay feature allows players the option to review their results using the GamePad and TV. Fast-forward, rewind or pause while assessing the previous mission to decide on other paths.
  • In addition to the five original types of Pikmin encountered in previous games, the new Rock Pikmin bring powerful new abilities and are able to crack hard outer shells of enemies and break through solid barriers.
  • Mission Mode challenges players to earn the most treasure in a given time.

Disney Planes (Disney Interactive/$39.99/Available Aug 6, 2013)

Get over your fear of heights and take to the skies for a daring mid-air adventure that will test your pilot skills and your sense of humor. After a few flight lessons with Skipper, throttle forward over the world of Cars, just like Disney’s hit movie Planes. Fly solo or fly with a wingman to complete flight objectives, or challenge each other to an Air Rally race or a Balloon Pop challenge. And if you want to stretch your wings, get airborne with a leisurely Free Flight. Just don’t look down!

No. of Players: 2 players alternating

Cloudberry Kingdom (Ubisoft/$9.99/eShop)

Unhappily ever after. That’s how it starts. The Orb resurfaces and the classic characters return. Kobbler with his mania, Princess with her endless boredom. It’s only a matter of time before Bob, our hero, shows up to put order back to madness. Three powers struggle for victory and the fate of Cloudberry Kingdom hangs in the balance. What will become of the retired hero, Bob? Will saving Princess one last time win her love? Could true love ever stop Kobbler and the power of the Orb? No, probably not. But hey, it’s worth a shot.

Features:

  • A platformer designed with a fully random level generator. Every level is brand new and never seen before. The difficulty level can match any need, from the casual to the hardcore.
  • Play as 10 hero types and unlock more.
  • Experience three different types of play which are campaign story mode; Arcade mode which include Time Crises, Hero Rush, Escalation; and Free Play!
  • Up to four player gaming with local multi-player and Co-Op modes.
  • The Game touts celebrity Voice Actors Kevin Sorbo Star of the hit TV series "Hercules", "Andromeda", and leading role in the parody film "Meet the Spartans."

No. of Players: up to 4 players

Nintendo DSiWare/3DS/eShop

Disney Planes (Disney Interactive/$39.99/Available Aug 6, 2013)

Get over your fear of heights and take to the skies for a daring mid-air adventure that will test your pilot skills and your sense of humor. After a few flight lessons with Skipper, throttle forward over the world of Cars, just like Disney’s hit movie Planes. Fly solo or fly with a wingman to complete flight objectives, or challenge each other to an Air Rally race or a Balloon Pop challenge. And if you want to stretch your wings, get airborne with a leisurely Free Flight. Just don’t look down!

No. of Players: 1 player

Bike Rider DX (Spicysoft/$5.99/3DS/eShop)

Enjoy a new kind of jump 'n run action, riding your bike on bumpy roads, crossing deep valleys and dodging all kinds of obstacles. Travel the globe to be the champion of the WORLD TOUR mode, or break the highscore in the endless GRAND PRIX mode and see how far you can go. You can use a variety of power-up items like the "Air Ride" and make use of fun gimmicks such as giant whirlwinds on your way through the stages! Will you be able to collect all gold coins and unlock the special bonus stages?

Just jump! - Everyone can quickly become familiar with the controls, while a large variety of stages and modes provide fun for both newcomers and experienced gamers!

No. of Players: 1 player

My Farm 3D (Bigben Interactive/$7.99/3DS/eShop)

Calves, cows, pigs, poultry... make your farm prosper like a real farmer!

Buy new animals, feed them, care for them and make your farmyard a happy one to unlock lots of bonuses. Sell your chickens's eggs at the market, get new colours for your animals and exchange them with your friends!

Family Kart 3D (Arc System Works/$4.99/3DS/eShop)

On your mark, get set... Family kart!

Join Billy, Sarah, Cuz, and all the family in a lighthearted racing game that has come to the Nintendo 3DS thanks to ARC Style's Family series! Enjoy three different modes: Grand Prix, Free Play, and Time Mode. With eight characters and eight karts, all with their different strengths and weaknesses, you can play for hours challenging the 12 different courses at one of three different levels of difficulty! Then connect to the national ranking online and see how your best times in Time Mode compare to those of your rivals across the nation! Use your items wisely, master the road, and earn your rightful place as the head of the family as you leave your kin in the dust!

No. of Players: 1 player

Virtual Console

Kirby's Dream Land 2 (Nintendo/$3.99/3DS/eShop)

Kirby returns and has joined forces with new friends in this thrilling sequel!

The Rainbow Bridges that connect the seven Rainbow Islands have disappeared! Help Kirby solve the mystery! Search through the different islands while battling King DeDeDe and his horde of evil minions.

Along the way, meet Rick the Hamster, Kine the Fish, and Coo the Owl. Each possesses important abilities that can multiply the magnitude of Kirby's powers! Earn the mysterious Rainbow Sword, and prepare to face Kirby's most menacing rival ever--the evil Dark Matter!

No. of Players: 1 player

Harvest Moon (Natsume/Wii U/eShop)

Take in the natural beauty and breathe the fresh country air in this fascinating farming simulation game. Experience first-hand the down-to-earth goodness of life on a farm. Your challenge is to dig in and build your life as a farmer with old-fashioned hard work and dedication. There are buildings on your property, but they are in need of livestock. You have a modest house, but if things get lonely in the field, it's going to take a remodel to woo a female farming companion. Success in this game is measured by the fruits of your labor, so remember, you always reap what you sow!

No. of Players: 1 player


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