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 / Wii U
Shadow Archer (Ultra Dolphin Revolution/Wii U/$2.99/eShop)
Welcome to the Darker Realm! You are Shadow, a skilled archer of the realm. You must survive hordes of creatures by defeating them with your trusty crossbow. Find powerups to defeat even tougher enemies that will aid you in your suvivial against the ever spawning creatures of the realm! Arrows are limited, so make every shot count in this challenging, retro inspired, arcade styled game!
No. of Players 1 player
Nintendo DSiWare/3DS/3DSXL/eShop
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Spirit of Justice (Capcom/3DS/eShop/Free Demo)
The latest entry in the popular Ace Attorney series Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Spirit of Justice comes to Nintendo 3DS this September. This narrative adventure stars beloved defense attorneys Phoenix Wright and Apollo Justice and sees the return of many familiar faces alongside some exciting new additions. Filled with puzzling cases to solve, the new game also brings popular investigative techniques from previous installments, along with brand new mechanics such as the Divination Séance.
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Spirit of Justice sees Phoenix in a brand new location: a courtroom situated in the Kingdom of Khura'in, origin of the Kurain Channeling Technique, where mysterious séance trials decide the fate of all defendants. Meanwhile, defense attorney Apollo Justice faces his own challenges holding down the fort at the Wright Anything Agency, as he takes on a case that will have explosive implications. Both our heroes are joined by a host of returning friends and adversaries in their fight to bring about justice.
- New and returning characters – Fan-favorite faces return to the series, along with brand new characters such as Rayfa, the Royal Priestess of the Kingdom of Khura'in.
- New mysterious location – While Apollo still battles in court back home for the Wright Anything Agency, Phoenix explores a brand new lawyer-less court system in the Kingdom of Khura'in. Here Phoenix fights to bring about a legal revolution.
- Twisting plots and puzzling cases – The unusual cases the Ace Attorney series is known for come to session alongside the witty, comical dialogue that's become iconic in this courtroom drama.
- Divination Séance gameplay – This new mechanic allows the player to revisit the last moments of a victim's life. Players must fight to unravel the discrepancies and contradictions between the Royal Priestess's insights and what is shown in the séance vision.
- The return of popular gameplay features – Investigative techniques from previous installments return, utilizing the touch features of the Nintendo 3DS to explore crime scenes and assist in court proceedings.
No. of Players 1 player
Japanese Rail Sim 3D Monorail Trip to Okinawa (Sonic Powered/3DS/$19.99/eShop)
This game is set on the Yui Rail, a railway located at the southern most point of Japan amidst the tropical atmosphere of Okinawa prefecture. The monorail travels along a grand total of 12.9 kilometers of railway.
The Yui Rail runs entirely on an elevated railway! From a height of 20 metres from the ground, you can look out the window and feel like you are taking a walk above the city.
Night Mode is also included. Changing from Day Mode, enjoy the peaceful glittering lights of the city at night.
Simple to operate! With just one lever you can easily control power and breaking. Aim for a high rating by paying extra attention to the speed limit as you take on the steep slopes and sudden curves with the monorail!
Enjoy your time as a monorail conductor as you take in the refreshing view while speeding across the elevated railway.
No. of Players 1 player
The Legend of Kusakari (Nnooo/3DS/$4.99/eShop)
You know what's the worst thing ever? Fighting slimes and dragons knee-deep in grass and weeds.
Well if Kusakari has anything to do with it, it wont be that way for long. Get your scythe sharpened and jump into this quirky Japanese adventure puzzle game. Slice through over 50 levels of grass-filled action and help those heroes save the kingdom, in battle grounds fit to have a picnic on!
Up to the challenge? Compete for the most grass cut in the endless grass cutting competion and record your best cut in the online leaderboards!
Purchase The Legend of Kusakari at full price and you can save 50% off these titles:
- Blast 'Em Bunnies on 3DS
- escapeVektor on 3DS
- Cubemen 2 on Wii U (Your Wii U and 3DS must be linked with the same Nintendo Network ID. )
This offer lasts from 8/25 at 9:00 a.m. PT to 9/22 at 8:59 a.m. PT.
No. of Players 1 player
Pixel Paint (Rainy Frog/3DS/$3.99/eShop)
The Wii U pixel art paint package comes to 3DS with new features!
Pixel art is a picture created pixel by pixel such as retro games and many recent indie games. Base your creation off an old game, or create something entirely new! Create your very own pixel art with ease and post it to Miiverse or save it to the SD Card for use on social networks etc!
Classic Features
- Smooth, easy controls, drawing dot-by-dot using the Stylus
- 8 color palettes including some of the greatest retro systems
- 5 canvas sizes for pixel art of all sizes
- Change brush size and shape
- Cut/copy/paste/erase
- Color picker, fill color, and replace color
New features for Nintendo 3DS
- Shape tool to easily create circles, triangles and squares
- Export your drawings to the SD Card for use on computer or anywhere!
- When your pixel art is complete, share it with the world by posting to Miiverse!
No. of Players 1 player
Virtual Console
Super Mario 64 DS (Nintendo/Wii U/$9.99/eShop)
Mario, Luigi, and Wario set out for a party at Princess Peach's castle but arrive to find it empty except for Yoshi. They soon discover that Bowser has stolen the Power Stars and imprisoned the Toads. Enter all of the castle paintings, and save the day! Then try out some action-packed minigames!
No. of Players 1 player
Street Fighter Alpha 2 (Capcom/3DS/$7.99/eShop)
Street Fighter Alpha 2 explodes on-screen with lightning-fast gameplay and amazing innovations. Quick Move Reversals, Alpha Counters and the incredible Custom Combo System create a new standard for all games to fight by. Push your talents to the limit as you discover new hidden moves and reversals for every character. Neutralize opponent’s attacks with high and low Alpha Counters and execute incredible Custom Combos to create your own rapid-fire assault of attacks. All your favorite warriors are back for more! Previously hidden characters Dan, Akuma, and Bison are joined by five new fighters: Rolento, Gen, Sakura, and classic favorites Dhalsim and Zangief.
This game is only playable in 2D.
No. of Players 1 player
Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers (Capcom/3DS/$7.99/eShop)
When Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers debuted, the fighting game genre would be forever changed. Along with a revolutionary combo system, the game introduced a new set of challengers to fight alongside the original Street Fighter II cast. In addition to the classic characters, players take control of four brand new characters in exciting head-to-head fighting game play! Choose T. Hawk and his unmatched strength to crush your opponents. Use Deejay's unrivaled kickboxing ability to defeat your opponents. Fight with the furious kung fu of Fei Long and unleash your inner dragon. Drill your rivals with the deadly beauty of Cammy and emerge victorious. Get ready for the Street Fighter Tournament and to fight!
This game is only playable in 2D.
No. of Players 1 player
Street Fighter II Turbo: Hyper Fighting (Capcom/3DS/$7.99/eShop)
Street Fighter II defined gaming in the 1990s by revolutionizing the fighting game genre. Street Fighter™ II Turbo: Hyper Fighting, regarded as one of the greatest games of all time, was the third and final release of the original Street Fighter II series. The original eight world warriors are featured, along with playable boss characters Balrog, Sagat, and M. Bison. The game offered enhanced gameplay speed and improved character balancing.
This game is only playable in 2D.
No. of Players 1 player
Nintendo eShop sales:
- Nintendo eShop on Wii U and Nintendo 3DS
- Summer Savings – There’s one week left of the Summer Savings event, so don’t miss out. Nintendo fans are invited to celebrate the last days of summer with our Summer Savings event, which offers discounts of up to 30 percent on select games. Shop online at http://www.nintendo.com/games/sales-and-deals or on Nintendo eShop during the sale, which runs through 8:59 a.m. PT on Sept. 1.
- The Delusions of Von Sottendorf and His Square Mind (Nintendo 3DS) and The Rivers of Alice: Extended Version (Wii U) are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on Sept. 8.
- Nintendo eShop on Wii U
- Journey of a Special Average Balloon, The Letter and more games from TreeFall Studios are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on Aug. 31.
- Kung Fu FIGHT! is 50 percent off (reduced from $1.99 to 99 cents) starting at 9 a.m. PT on Aug. 26 until 8:59 a.m. PT on Sept. 5.
- Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS
- Aqua Moto Racing 3D is 50 percent off (reduced from $7.99 to $3.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on Sept. 1.
- Conception II: Children of the Seven Stars is more than 65 percent off (reduced from $29.99 to $9.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on Sept. 5.
- Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure is 75 percent off (reduced from $19.99 to $4.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on Sept. 5.
- Toy Defense, Wakedas and more games from Circle Ent. are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on Sept. 15.
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