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Wii / Wii U
Bayonetta 2 (Nintendo/Wii U/$39.99/eShop/Available on Oct. 24)
Bayonetta’s back and more powerful than ever. Wield wild new weapons and execute deadly new moves – like the powerful Umbran Climax – to take out angels and demons in this breathtaking action game. You can even team up with friends in two-player online co-op fights.
Anyone who purchases the digital version of Bayonetta or Bayonetta 2 in the Nintendo eShop on Wii U will receive an automatic discount that will be applied to the purchase of the other game, making the total for both games just $59.98.
A free demo for Bayonetta 2 is now available in the Nintendo eShop.
Just Dance 2015 (Ubisoft/Wii U/$39.99/eShop)
With more than 50 million copies of Just Dance titles in homes around the world, our players are as important as ever, and the new features in Just Dance 2015 bring people together in more ways than ever before.
For the first time ever, you too can be in the game. The all-new Community Remix feature puts players in the global spotlight by allowing them to become a Just Dance coach that players everywhere can dance along to.
Just Dance 2015 also introduces Challenger mode where players will be able to compete against their past performances or challenge friends anywhere to beat their score, even if they can’t play at the same time. Plus, this year we’re bringing even more excitement to World Dance Floor, the online multiplayer mode. Follow @justdancegame on Twitter for all the latest updates!
No. of Players up to 5 players
The Voice (Activision/Wii U/$39.90/eShop)
The Voice video game brings all the excitement of the hit TV show to your living room. From Blind Auditions, to Battle Rounds, all the way to the Finale, experience the TV show with the ultimate goal of being named “The Voice.”
- Select from chart-topping hits spanning Rock, R&B, Pop and Country!
- Learn vocal tips and techniques to help improve your performances in Voice Coach Mode.
- Grab 7 of your friends and sing your favorite songs in Party Mode!
No. of Players up to 8 players
Bayonetta (Nintendo/Wii U/$39.99/eShop/Available on Oct. 24)
Bayonetta is a butt-kicking, havoc-wreaking witch, and she’ll shoot, whip and slice as she uncovers the truth about her own past. Her weapons and moves are all stylishly over the top, but she can also dodge attacks to slow down time and inflict Torture Attacks on her enemies.
Anyone who purchases the digital version of Bayonetta or Bayonetta 2 in the Nintendo eShop on Wii U will receive an automatic discount that will be applied to the purchase of the other game, making the total for both games just $59.98.
Nintendo DSiWare/3DS/eShop
Fantasy Life (Nintendo/3DS/$39.99/eShop/Available on Oct. 24)
Embark on the adventure of your dream life as you craft, cast, fish, mine, battle and explore like never before. With the innovative Life system, your choices don't just upgrade characters—they help shape your journey. Explore a huge fantasy landscape beside surly dark paladins, slick pirate captains, regal princesses and others who share your taste for the unknown.
Features:
- Change to one of 12 Life classes at virtually any time to access different abilities. The combat class has fierce fighters, while the crafter class is skilled at making stronger weapons and tools. If you're not in the mood for battle, switch to a gatherer class and spend some time as a lumberjack or a fisherman.
- Choose your own adventure and play your way.
- The game reinvents itself with each Life you lead. Traverse an area as one Life class and return as another to gain different items.
- Explore a robust open world with distinct areas.
- Own a house in each town and decorate them with furniture you create.
No. of Players 1 player
Pokémon Art Academy (Nintendo/3DS/$29.99/eShop/Available on Oct. 24)
In Pokémon Art Academy, players take on the role of a young aspiring artist who enrolls in the Pokémon Art Academy to learn how to draw Pokémon under the tutelage of Professor Andy. Through ever-evolving lessons, players are taught the basics of art, from simple shapes and coloring to more complex methods like shading and blending. Along the way they are introduced to various tools they will use to create their art.
Features:
- Players can learn to draw many of their favorite Pokémon from all known regions.
- Bring Pokémon artwork to life using a variety of tools.
- Create amazing pictures with step-by-step lessons.
- Once drawings are complete, artists can share their Pokémon art using Miiverse and local wireless.*
- Post directly to Miiverse to show off their artwork.
- Save art to an SD Card and print it out.
- The game is fun and easy for all ages and skill levels.
No. of Players 1 player
Shantae and the Pirate's Curse (WayForward/3DS/$19.99/eShop)
Embark on a brand new adventure with Shantae, the hair-whipping belly dancing genie. When she loses her magic, Shantae must team up with her nemesis, the nefarious pirate Risky Boots in order to save Sequin Land from an evil curse. As a pirate, Shantae gains new weapons to advance her quest, slay monsters, battle epic bosses…and hopefully get her magic back in the bargain! But can she really trust her deadliest enemy?
The third Shantae game is the biggest yet! Beyond Sequin Land lie cursed islands and labyrinths each hiding a new piece of Pirate Gear - Flintlock Pistol, Pirate Hat, Scimitar, Risky's Boots, and even a Cannon. Upgrade Shantae's hair and weapons or unlock advanced Fighter's Moves. Locate maps, return lost Heart Squids, collect rare loot, and laugh out loud at the weird, wild, and wonderfully humorous cast of characters. Incredible stereoscopic visuals, unlockable Pirate-Mode, multiple endings, and an unforgettable soundtrack make this one game you won't want to miss!
No. of Players 1 player
Castle Conqueror EX (Circle Ent./3DS/$3.99/eShop)
Commander! Are you ready to lead your people against The Empire!?
Castle Conqueror EX is a real-time strategy game for casual gamers. Players can play as 1 of 4 heroes in the EX version of the DSiWare hit Castle Conqueror. Your mission is to lead your soldiers into battle, seize the enemy’s castle, and gain victories until The Empire is banished from your land.
Features:
- Play through 50 levels with 4 unique heroes that have their own advantages in battle.
- The EX version features AI and levels that have been redone. Enemies are more intelligent and the levels are more challenging.
- All items and hero abilities have been redesigned.
- A play coins feature that can be used to boost battle effects in-game.
- Intended for both casual gamers and hardcore gamers.
No. of Players 1 player
KORG DSN-12 (DETUNE Ltd./3DS/$37.00/eShop)
KORG DSN-12 software makes it easy for anyone to enjoy serious sound-creation and song production with analog synthesizers. The software provides 12 monophonic synthesizers. Each one lets you add 3 effects, allowing a broad range of powerful sounds that you would not expect from a game machine. You can make your ideas take shape very quickly, you can enjoy constructing songs in real time while performing in a DJ-like manner. Don't miss the world's first 3D display oscilloscope screen!
No. of Players up to 4 players
Secret Journeys: Cities of the World (Selectsoft/3DS/$4.99/eShop)
Search for mysterious objects hidden in incredible cities around the world! Explore Venice, Mumbai, Beijing and Nairobi on a globetrotting seek and find adventure. Search buildings, streets, landmarks and more as you delve into detailed and evocative indoor and outdoor scenes filled with over 1000 carefully placed items. Plus, enjoy a challenging sliding tile puzzle for each exotic location. As you unlock each new scene, you'll be drawn deeper into the hidden object hunt. Are you ready to see the world on a Secret Journey?
Features:
- Over 1000 hidden objects
- Scenes set in Venice, Mumbai, Beijing and Nairobi
- Casual and Timed Modes
- Fun seek and find gameplay
- Includes bonus sliding tile puzzles
No. of Players 1 player
Magical Diary: Secrets Sharing (Collavier Corporation/DS/$4.99/NDSiWare/eShop)
Use the amazing Magical spells to add life to your pages! Once you selected a word or a sentence, you can apply a funny, sad or other animation that will show up when the text is touched. Easy way to express your feelings!
And there is more!
Many stickers to decorate the pages, various paper designs for the layout, different font colors, customizable covers, emoji, etc… A mysterious Capsule Machine is also present! After writing in your Diary, you receive tickets and can use them with the Capsule Machine in order to unlock new items to decorate your pages. Exchange Diaries with friends with the Wireless Communications!
No. of Players 1 player
Virtual Console
Castlevania Aria of Sorrow (Konami/Wii U/$7.99/eShop)
The year is 2035, and Soma Cruz is about to witness the first solar eclipse of the 21st century when he suddenly blacks out—only to awaken inside a mysterious castle. As Soma, you must navigate the castle's labyrinths while confronting perilous monsters at every turn with physical attacks and magical spells. Using the Tactical Soul system, collect souls of enemies to learn their abilities and equip them to activate new powers. But beware—you must escape before evil consumes you! Once you've survived the horrors of the castle, there are four other modes waiting for you to try.
No. of Players 1 player
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