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Wii / Wii U
Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash (Nintendo/Wii U/$49.99/eShop/Available Nov. 20)
Compete with friends in the multiplayer Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash game on the Wii U system. Along with the fun and dynamic gameplay known to the franchise, surprise your opponents with a new move to the series, the Jumpshot, which sends the ball flying down the court. Change the sport up with new Mega Battles, using the Mega Mushroom to gain an advantage over the competition. Claim your spot in Mario Tennis lore in singles (1v1) or doubles (2v2) as you play with and against family, friends or the CPU using returning and new characters to the series.
Features:
- Compete with friends in the multiplayer Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash game on the Wii U system.
- Play against friends and family in multiplayer matches.
- Play against friends and family in both singles (1v1) and doubles (2v2) matches as your favorite Mushroom Kingdom character.
- Control your character’s every movement on the court, using precise timing and the correct shot to outwit your opponent.
- Use the new Jumpshot technique to return shots like never before.
- In Mega Battles, get the Mega Mushroom to gain a “big” advantage over your competition.
- New characters make their Mario Tennis debut.
No. of Players up to 4 players
Typoman (Headup Games/Wii U/$13.99/eShop)
Typoman is a two dimensional puzzle platformer distinguished by a unique game world. You slip into the role of the HERO struggling to make your way through a dark, surreal world. Despite your small stature you have a powerful gift: You can use letters to alter your environment! Dive into a dark tale of heroes and monsters, where words can either be a blessing ...or a curse!
Be the HERO and set out on the journey to become whole and gain the powers you need to defeat the giant, evil demon that rules the world you are trapped in.
No. of Players 1 player
Lucentek - Activate (Joseph Lucente/Wii U/$9.99/eShop)
Lucentek - Activate is an action-adventure game. You and your group must find and reset all of the mainframes to regain control and rid the world of the invading aliens. Fight enemies, find power ups, and solve puzzles. Even Transfrom into a hover craft and a space ship to get past obstacles.
No. of Players 1 player
Totem Topple (Crystalline Green/Wii U/$2.99/eShop)
Build your totem pole up into the sky and stars beyond in a fresh twist on the tower defence genre! Wolves, Bears, Deer and more - Stack different totem heads on your tower, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. Add protective wings and arrow firing bird beaks to fend off the demon spirits trying to knock your totem pole down! Featuring two challenging and unique game modes: Carefully craft an impregnable tower in Classic mode, or feel the fast paced arcade-style action of Frantic mode.
- Advanced upgrade system allows for complex strategic play
- Dynamic AI adjusts the ferocity of its attacks based on your progress
- Unique, vibrant art style inspired by Native American culture
No. of Players 1 player
ZaciSa's Last Stand (ZeNfA Productions/Wii U/$3.99/eShop/Demo/
ZaciSa's Last Stand is a simple, yet challenging, 2D tower defense game set in space.
The main concept is that you have to defend your base from an onslaught of enemy ships that seek to destroy you and your way of life. To do this, you will deploy different Bot weapons, such as a Sentry or Bomber to destroy them before they get to your base. The game will start out easy enough, at least in theory, with only something small, like twenty weak enemies. Every level you survive will result in more enemies with increasing strength. You gain points and money for every ship you destroy, as well as a nice bonus at the end of each round. You use this money to not only build more Bots, but also different kind of upgrades. Featuring multiple maps to test your different strategies. Can you survive the slaughter?
No. of Players up to 5 players
Nintendo DSiWare/3DS/3DSXL/eShop
Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon (Nintendo/3DS/$39.99/eShop/Available Nov. 20)
The definitive Pokémon Mystery Dungeon! Prepare yourself for a grand adventure where you become a Pokémon and battle alongside Legendary and Mythical Pokémon to help save the world! Befriend Pokémon and explore ever-changing mystery dungeons with them!
Players are suddenly transformed into a Pokémon and sent out to a world inhabited only by Pokémon. From a group of 20 Pokémon, including the starters from core RPG Pokémon games plus Pikachu and Riolu, you can choose your Pokémon and your partner Pokémon! Battle alongside your partner Pokémon, who will become your best friend as you investigate ever-changing dungeons. Befriend and interact with all 720 known Pokémon as you attempt to save the world from a crisis in a tale of unprecedented scale! The possibilities are limitless!
Get a free Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon Bonus Nintendo 3DS theme when you buy the Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon game for a system in the Nintendo 3DS family. For Nintendo eShop purchases, you’ll find the download code for the free theme on your Nintendo eShop receipt. For the packaged version, the code will be included on the reverse side of the game cover sleeve. Download codes available while supplies last. Offer expires 12/06/15. Download codes expire 10/31/16.
No. of Players 1 player
Family Fishing (Aksys Games/3DS/$5.99/eShop)
Family Fishing is a frenetic, competitive fishing game developed by Arc System Works. Go fishing with your virtual family and battle against them in fast paced arcade-style mayhem! Players compete against each other to score the most points before the end of each round. Build up your Special Attack gauge bar to turn the tide of battle and make easier catches! Aim for the big fish with high bounty points or catch them all to win! Each fish has assigned points. Will you slowly collect points by catching smaller and more common fish? Or will you risk it all on that rare catch of a lifetime? Throw smoke bombs to disrupt your opponents and seize the advantage! It’s a fishing game where your strategy is put to the test! Collect points and upgrade your fishing rods and lures to catch bigger and rarer fish!
No. of Players 1 player
I Love My Pony (Bigben Interactive/3DS/$24.99/eShop)
Discover a rich and enthralling story where you prove to your rival that love and respect for your pony are just as important as training.
Choose your pony and care for it with a variety of activities. Your pony's health and happiness are key to your success in the competitions.
Train at the riding centre and take part in the jumping and racing competitions to become a true champion!
- A captivating story, from your first day at the riding stables to when you take part in the biggest competitions.
- Ten different activities for caring for your pony.
- Lots of different training challenges to improve your riding skills.
- Two types of competitions in four different environments (the country, the mountains, the desert and the beach).
No. of Players 1 player
Virtual Console
Super Street Fighter II Turbo Revival (Capcom/Wii U/$7.99/eShop)
Choose from over 16 brawlers from the Street Fighter universe. The original eight world warriors are back, along with four playable boss characters and four newcomers. Execute special moves and super combos to wreak havoc on your opponent. There can be only one street fighter champion!
No. of Players 1 player
Nintendo eShop sales:
- Nintendo eShop on Wii U and Nintendo 3DS
- Adventure Time: Finn & Jake Investigations for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS is on sale starting 9 a.m. PT on Nov. 24 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Dec. 1.
- Mighty Switch Force! 2 for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS is 50 percent off (reduced from $5.99 to $2.99) starting 9 a.m. PT on Nov. 25 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Dec. 2.
- The Peanuts Movie: Snoopy’s Grand Adventure for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS, Amazing Spider-Man 2 for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS and more from Activision are on sale starting 9 a.m. PT on Nov. 25 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Dec. 4.
- Nintendo eShop on Wii U
- TNT Racers – Nitro Machines Edition is more than 35 percent off (reduced from $7.99 to $4.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on Dec. 3.
- Blocky Bot and Paper Monsters Recut are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on Dec. 3.
- KEYTARI: 8-bit Music Maker is more than 35 percent off (reduced from $7.99 to $4.99) starting 9 a.m. PT on Nov. 20 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Dec. 1.
- Gemology is more than 10 percent off (reduced from $6.99 to $5.99) starting 9 a.m. PT on Nov. 23 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Nov. 29.
- Brave Tank Hero, Alphadia Genesis and more games from Natsume Inc. are on sale starting 9 a.m. PT on Nov. 24 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Dec. 1.
- Mighty Switch Force! Hyper Drive Edition is 50 percent off (reduced from $9.99 to $4.99) starting 9 a.m. PT on Nov. 25 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Dec. 2.
- Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS
- AeternoBlade is over 45 percent off (reduced from $14.99 to $7.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on Nov. 30.
- Funfair Party Games, Jewel Match 3 and more games from Joindots are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on Nov. 26.
- Hello Kitty Picnic with Sanrio Friends and Hello Kitty and Sanrio Friends 3D Racing are on sale starting 9 a.m. PT on Nov. 23 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Dec. 7.
- Gardening Mama2: Forest Friends, Cooking Mama 5: Bon Appétit! and more games from Majesco Entertainment are on sale starting 9 a.m. PT on Nov. 23 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Nov. 30.
- A-Train 3D: City Simulator, Gotcha Racing and more games from Natsume Inc. are on sale starting 9 a.m. PT on Nov. 24 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Dec. 1.
- DOOORS is 50 percent off (reduced from $3.99 to $1.99) starting 9 a.m. PT on Nov. 25 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Dec. 16.
- Mighty Switch Force! is 50 percent off (reduced from $5.99 to $2.99) starting 9 a.m. PT on Nov. 25 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Dec. 2.
- AERO PORTER, BUGS vs. TANKS! and more games from Level-5 International America, Inc. are on sale starting 9 a.m. PT on Nov. 25 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Dec. 2.
Activities:
- New Photos with Mario Characters! Check out the newest members of the Photos with Mario series of Nintendo eShop Cards this fall at select retailers. Customers can buy a special-edition $10 Nintendo eShop Card and get the new Bowser, Koopa Troopa or Luigi AR card at no additional cost. Use your Nintendo 3DS system to play and pose with Mushroom Kingdom characters in the free Photos with Mario app. Click here to learn more.
Theme Shop on Nintendo 3DS:
- New themes this week include:
- Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon Bonus Theme: For a limited time, you can get a free theme when you buy the Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon game for Nintendo 3DS from the Nintendo eShop. Offer expires Dec. 6, 2015. Click here for full details.
- SEGA Saturn Theme
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