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Wii / Wii U
Yoshi's Woolly World (Nintendo/Wii U/$49.99/eShop/Available Oct 16, 2015)
Set off with a friend through a wild, woolly world in this grand Yoshi adventure! A treasure trove of clever handicraft stages are ready for you to explore. Unravel their secrets and color your world with a spectrum of yarn balls to knit new paths and get every last collectible.
Knitting yarn, patchwork, and other handicraft materials combine into a whimsical and crafty backdrop for our knit Yoshi to explore. Instead of eggs, this time Yoshi tosses yarn balls that he can use to clear blocked paths, tangle-up enemies, or even knit together platforms and warp pipes. Yoshi can also tug at stray yarn to unravel walls and reveal hard-to-reach areas filled with hidden collectibles. Tackle challenges in local 2-Player co-op by partnering up with a friend. Gobble 'em up and spit 'em out to reach new heights or take out craftwork creepers like paratroopas, piranha plants and shy guys! It's time to get crafty.
- Toss yarn balls to knit together background elements or tie-up enemies
- Unravel puzzles and walls to discover hidden areas and collectables
- Explore each crafty stage to discover new surprises—there's no time limit
- Discover and explore new areas in 2-player cooperative multiplayer (additional accessories required for multiplayer mode; sold separately)
- Mellow Mode gives Yoshi wings so everyone can enjoy
No. of Players 2 players simultaneous
New Super Mario Bros. U + New Super Luigi U Bundle (Nintendo/Wii U/$59.99/eShop/Available Oct 16, 2015)
Get two huge games in one bundle with this pack, which includes both the New Super Mario Bros. U and New Super Luigi U games.
New Super Mario Bros. U is a side-scrolling adventure featuring Mario, Luigi, Toad … and your Mii character.
- Up to five players can jump into the fun, with up to four people using Wii Remote controllers and one on the Wii U™ GamePad. Using the GamePad, a player can create Boost Blocks out of thin air to help other players, or access hard-to-reach items.
- Boost Mode also makes cooperative speed runs possible for the first time. Use the GamePad to interact with and manipulate enemies and objects in real time, and discover new ways to find the fastest route through each stage.
In addition to the main Story Mode, in which players must rescue Princess Peach, there are three more exciting game modes, including Boost Rush, Challenge Mode, and Coin Battle Mode.
In New Super Luigi U, you get to take control of Luigi in his first starring role in a platform adventure. Get ready to run, because your time limit is just 100 seconds for each course!
- Level-up your New Super Mario Bros. U experience with more than 80 new courses.
- Play with distinct Luigi physics, including his unique slide and gratifying higher and longer jumps.
- For the first time, play as Nabbit, invincible to enemies and obstacles.
- Just like in New Super Mario Bros. U, it’s fun and easy to play with up to 4 friends!
- Share triumphs with the community via the Miiverse feature.
No. of Players 5 players simultaneous
Crunchyroll (Crunchyroll/Wii)
Now Crunchyroll gives you access to thousands of hours of your favorite Anime for free on Wii!
Crunchyroll is the official destination for the largest lineup of current and classic Anime & Manga. Watch hit shows like Naruto Shippuden, One Piece, and Sword Art Online on all your favorite devices. Watch for free or become a Premium member to watch ad-free with exclusive access to simulcasts—your favorite shows available as soon as 1 hour after they air in Japan.
Not a Crunchyroll member? Start a FREE 14-Day Trial of the Premium Membership today at https://www.crunchyroll.com/wiiU.
Momonga Pinball Adventures (Paladin Studios/Wii U/$5.99/eShop)
Momonga is a unique pinball game, where you bounce through different worlds. On the way, you team up with friends to defeat enemies and conquer bossfights. Join Momo, Panda and Fry in a quest to save the momongas from the claws of the evil owls.
Momonga Pinball Adventures is a different kind of pinball. Instead of regular cabinets, you bounce a flying squirrel through different levels. Enemies, boss fights, exploration - it has all the ingredients of good old action-adventure games, but with flippers.
Join Momo on an epic adventure to save his tribe. One day, evil owls turned the momonga village to ashes. They took the momonga tribe and vanished. After the raid, Momo was found by a panda in the outskirts of the village. The panda brought him to his sanctuary to heal his wounds.
This is where the story begins. Help Momo face the owls and free his tribe.
No. of Players 1 player
Ninja Strike: Dangerous Dash (Natsume/Wii U/$5.99/eShop)
Run, fly, and slash enemies to get the stolen treasures back. Ninja Strike: Dangerous Dash is a high-speed, action-packed, side-scrolling game! Players can choose from three "ways" of the Ninja: Run and jump over enemies or slash them to keep running, collect coins enemies drop to level up your ninjas. Whether you go with strength or triple jumping, there is a ninja for you! Choose from 5 different ninjas, each with their own special characteristics. You'll face much more than just run-of-the-mill henchmen. Use your hard-earned coins to level up a variety of skills that will help you get further and make you tougher. Pick the skills that best fit your playing style. How far can you go?
No. of Players 1 player
Rakoo & Friends (Moving Player/Wii U/$9.99/eShop)
Driven by his unrequited romantic yearnings, the charming but not very smart Rakoo leaves his cozy, comfortable home in search of that special someone. A freshly picked flower, a goofy smile and off he goes!
In his frantic race for survival, Rakoo embarks on a fantastic adventure in a world that’s as wild and beautiful as it is dangerous. Use your Wii U™ GamePad to guide Rakoo through the wonders and perils he encounters along the way. Will Rakoo find the love of his dreams? His fate is in your hands!
Features:
- A multiplayer mode where four friends can help you in your quest!
- An original adventure running game, full of humor and high-quality animated cartoon graphics
- Over 45 levels to discover
- The fun power-ups, from the ultra-speed "Hot Spicy" to the "Destructive Mount", will ensure a truly epic ride!
- Collect rewards and win achievements to unlock bonus areas
- Customize your hero with wacky items and helpful pets
- Collect Rakoo & Friends stamps
No. of Players 5 players simultaneous
Nintendo DSiWare/3DS/3DSXL/eShop
SmileBASIC (SmileBoom Co./3DS/$9.99/eShop)
SmileBASIC is a portable version of a programming language known as BASIC to help beginners learn to program. As soon as you start SmileBASIC, you can begin programming! When you're finished, you can play the game you made! Enjoy intuitive, trouble-free programming.
A Range of Versatile Instructions:
- Pictures and words that "pop out" from the screen!
- Information obtained from various different sensors
- Voice input and playback via the microphone
- Versus play using local wireless communication
- Draw instructions for lines and circles, filling, and more
- Music composition using MML
Useful Tools:
- SMILE Tool (for checking SE and character numbers)
- Paint Tool (for drawing characters and background images)
- Animation Tool (for creating flipbook animations)
- Mapping Tool (for arranging tiles to create maps)
- Waveform Tool (for sampling and creating waveforms)
Rich Sample Library:
- Characters and background images that can be used in a variety of contexts
- Over 100 sound effects and 40 BGM tunes
- Simple programs for helping to learn BASIC
- Technical samples that allow the user to check the execution results for each instruction
- Game samples created using advanced techniques
No. of Players 4 players simultaneous
The Magic Hammer (Wobbly Tooth/3DS/$5.99/eShop)
The Magic Hammer is an open-world action RPG where you embark on an epic adventure with your Hammer!
Customize your character, explore towns, battle in boneyards and roam the open world in thirdperson.
Level up to unlock new magical powers, travel to different realms, tame animals and take on greater enemies!
Play the entire Story Mode co-op with a friend using Local Play or Internet.
The Magic Hammer also features a creative mode that can be played single player or co-op
No. of Players 2 players simultaneous
Virtual Console
Final Fight One (Capcom/Wii U/$7.99/eShop)
Trouble is brewing in Metro City. After a massive takedown on crime and violence by Mayor Mike Haggar, the Mad Gear Gang take revenge by kidnapping the mayor's daughter, Jessica. Knowing that he won't be able to battle this storm on his own, he enlists the help of two acquaintances—Cody and Guy.
Take on the role of either Cody, Guy, or Mike as they punch, kick, and throw down throngs of thugs. Defeat all enemies in order to advance to the next stage. In this version of the game, there are six stages showing a different area of the city, including an extra stage that was not available in the SNES version of Final Fight. Scour the city streets and rescue Jessica before it's too late!
No. of Players 1 player
Nintendo eShop Sales
- Nintendo eShop on Wii U
- ZaciSa’s Last Stand is more than 60 percent off (reduced from $3.99 to $1.59) until 8:59 a.m. PT on Nov. 5.
- Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS
- Etrian Mystery Dungeon, Etrian Odyssey IV: Legends of the Titan and more games from ATLUS are on sale starting at 9 a.m. PT on Oct. 19 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Nov. 2.
- Hello Kitty Picnic with Sanrio Friends and Hello Kitty and Sanrio Friends 3D Racing are on sale starting at 9 a.m. PT on Oct. 19 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Oct. 26.
- Fun! Fun! Minigolf TOUCH! is 25 percent off (reduced from $2.99 to $2.24) until 8:59 a.m. PT on Nov. 5.
- Dress To Play: Cute Witches! and Dress To Play: Magic Bubbles! from EnjoyUp Games are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on Oct. 29.
- Fantasy Pirates and Van Helsing sniper Zx100 from EnjoyUp Games are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on Nov. 12.
- Fairune, Parking Star 3D and other select games from CIRCLE Entertainment are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on Nov. 5.
- Classic Games Overload: Card & Puzzle Edition is 50 percent off (reduced from $29.99 to $14.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on Nov. 9.
Activities:
- Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer – SpotPass Distribution – You have a new client waiting! Louie is looking for a home designer in the Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer game to help decorate his place. Fulfilling Louie’s request will net you new and unique items for your catalog. This gorilla, who is a fan of the Mushroom Kingdom, is available for a limited time via the SpotPass service on the Nintendo 3DS system, so check the in-game Nintendo 3DS system on the second floor of Nook’s Homes to meet him and take him on as a client!
Theme Shop on Nintendo 3DS:
- New themes this week include:
- The Legend of Legacy: “The Seven Adventurers”
- Yoshi’s Woolly World: Yoshis on Parade – Available Oct. 16
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