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Nintendo Download (NDSi/3DS/Wii) Thursday, August 18, 2011

by Rainier on Aug. 18, 2011 @ 10:48 a.m. PDT

Nintendo manufactures and markets hardware and software for its Wii, NDS, 3DS, and Wii U systems. Since 1983, when it launched the NES, Nintendo has sold more than 3.1 billion video games and more than 526 million hardware units globally, including the Wii, Wii U, NDS, 3DS, as well as the Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, SNES, N64 and GameCube systems. It has also created industry icons that have become well-known, household names such as Mario, Donkey Kong, Metroid, Zelda and Pokémon.

Note: Some demo versions do not support all game features, and players cannot save their in-game progress in demo versions.

WiiWare

Flight Control (Firemint/500 Wii Points)

Control the skies in this engrossing worldwide hit from Firemint. Play solo or with up to three friends.

Take on the role of an air traffic controller at an increasingly busy airport. Direct aircraft to their landing zones, but don’t let them collide. Sound easy? As more and more planes begin to arrive, you’ll need nerves of steel and smart strategy to keep the chaos under control.

No. of Players: up to 4 players

Nintendo DSiWare/3DS eShop

Jason Derulo "It Girl" (Video/3DS/NDSi)

Now until 3 p.m. Pacific time on Aug. 26, you can check out Jason Derulo’s latest video in 3D. His new album, Future History, releases on Sept. 27 and features the smash hit “Don’t Wanna Go Home.”

3D Classics: Urban Champion (Nintendo/$4.99/3DS)

The first fighting game released for the Nintendo Entertainment System returns for a knockout in amazing 3D.

The first fighting game released for the Nintendo Entertainment System is back for another round. Use a combination of punches to knock your opponent backward into an open manhole before time expires. Watch out for angry neighbors who will attempt to drop flowerpots on your head. The police will also make an occasional appearance to temporarily break up the fight – or to make an arrest if time runs out. Find out if you have what it takes to make it on the rough city streets against the toughest brawlers around. Prove yourself worthy and be crowned Urban Champion.

To enjoy the 3D effect of Nintendo 3DS software, you must experience it from the system itself. All screenshots and videos on this website have been captured in 2D mode.

No. of Players: 2 players simultaneous

Zoonies: Escape from Makatu (Kiloo/$4.99/3DS/NDSi)

Help Leo the Lion escape from the jungle in this exciting platformer.

Join the exciting adventures of Leo the tiny lion as his Sunday afternoon flight suddenly ends with a spear through his engine. Evil shaman Makatu and his savage tribe of Tuba warriors chase Leo to trap him forever. Only you can help Leo find his way back to friends and family. Clear the path for Leo as he tries to escape Makatu and the treacherous jungle. Interact with the entire world and experience thrilling game play with just a tap of the stylus.

No. of Players: 1 player

Build-a-lot (Mumbo Jumbo/$ -.01/3DS/NDSi)

Become a real estate mogul and take over the housing market as you construct, upgrade and sell houses for huge profits.

You can flip houses for quick cash or sit back and watch the rental income pile up. Travel to scenic towns and perform special tasks for the local mayors, or toss out the blueprints and create your own dream neighborhood in Casual mode.

In Career Mode, you will visit various towns and perform special tasks for the local mayors. In Casual Mode, your goal is to generate a specific amount of money using any strategy you like. At the beginning of each level, you’ll be tasked with goals to meet, and you must manage your budget and workers to complete each challenge. You’ll need to gather your materials and blueprints to make your dream neighborhood a reality. Decide if you should upgrade, repair or demolish houses in the neighborhood. Add special buildings to the town, such as a workshop, a bank or a sawmill. Put your strategic skills to the test in Build-a-lot!

No. of Players: 1 player

Blockado: Puzzle Island (Bitfield/$4.99/3DS/NDSi)

Help Valerie escape from a mysterious island by solving puzzles and becoming the ultimate puzzle mastermind.

This is a thrilling puzzle game for casual and advanced players alike. Help Valerie escape a mysterious island by solving puzzles to uncover hidden clues about the island’s past. Simply move the treasure chest to the exit field. But beware – other stones will block the way. Magnetic, spring and twin stones will challenge you as you progress.

No. of Players: 1 player

UYUYUI! (Timbo Estudio/Video/3DS/NDSi/Available 3 p.m. PT on Aug. 20)

Two children on a picnic are separated by a violent wind and only the force of their friendship will achieve to guide them through danger and adventure.

Duel (CollegeHumor/Video/3DS/NDSi/Available 3 p.m. PT on Aug. 18)

The world's most awesome fight scenes, the world's most unlikely fighters.


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