Fun Keeps Popping Up, From Slot Cars to Rock Stars, Sudoku to Ninjutsu
Choosing a game to download from the Wii Shop Channel or Nintendo DSi Shop can be a little like taking a personality test. Do you like mystery and surprises? A new WiiWare game offers elements of magic and pop-up excitement. Are you an extrovert who craves the spotlight? Try a Nintendo DSiWare title that turns players into rock stars. Do you crave competition and fierce action? Choose from a new car racing game or a bona fide martial-arts classic. Or maybe you're more of a brainiac? Check out the sudoku-themed installment in the popular Brain Age series. This week's new downloadable games offer something for players of any disposition.
WiiWare
PictureBook
Games: Pop-Up Pursuit
Publisher: Nintendo
Players: 1-4
ESRB
Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 800 Wii Points
Description: Enter the
world of PictureBook Games: Pop-Up Pursuit and enjoy a family board game
set in a pop-up picture book. Instead of simply rolling dice to move
along the map, you'll use cards (which can help or hinder progress) and
coins (useful for buying more cards, but don't forget about your Coin
Bonus at the end of the game). Spaces on the map play an important role
in the game's outcome, and your computer-controlled opponents exhibit
different personalities and behavior. Occasionally, the mysterious Book
of Magick will be opened, causing an event that may change according to
how you play. This mixture of exciting game play and charming, artistic
atmosphere give Pop-Up Pursuit high replay value and unique depth—even
if its characters are flat.
Family
Slot Car Racing
Publisher: Aksys Games
Players: 1-2
ESRB
Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 500 Wii Points
Description: Daddy,
Mommy, Sarah and Billy are putting the pedal to the metal in Family Slot
Car Racing. Race through three racing circuits, each composed of
multiple racetracks and even bonus tracks. You can race against a friend
for some friendly one-on-one racing action. Choose among multiple slot
cars with varying designs to see which car has the best grip and speed.
As you progress, you'll unlock new courses and even new slot cars to
help you reach the top of the racing circuit. Do you have it in you to
be the fastest racer on four wheels?
Virtual Console
The
Revenge of Shinobi
Original platform: SEGA Genesis
Publisher:
SEGA
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older) -
Fantasy Violence
Price: 800 Wii Points
Description: This classic
SEGA Genesis platformer features Musashi, a ninja out to defeat the evil
Neo Zeed and his criminal empire. In this sequel to the arcade favorite
Shinobi, traverse through various districts - from the bamboo forests of
Japan to the streets of New York City - and fight incoming enemies by
throwing Shurikens, performing special ninjutsu moves and slashing a
katana sword. Battle against unique bosses at the last stage of each
district and make your way to the final match with your nemesis, Neo
Zeed.
Nintendo DSiWare
Brain
Age Express: Sudoku
Publisher: Nintendo
Players: 1
ESRB
Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 500 Nintendo DSi Points
Description:
Sudoku takes center stage in this edition of the popular Brain Age
series. Solve a variety of puzzles at three different skill levels using
the touch screen and an intuitive interface. Track your progress by
completing three tests and finding out your Brain Age. The unique charm
of the Brain Age series and the challenge of sudoku make for an
enjoyable combination. Prepare for another round of training your brain
in minutes a day.
Guitar
Rock Tour
Publisher: Gameloft
Players: 1-4
ESRB Rating: E
(Everyone)
Price: 500 Nintendo DSi Points
Description: If you like
rock music and have a sense of rhythm, your road to stardom starts here.
Guitarist or drummer - choose your path and fire up the most famous
concert stages with your band. For beginners or music experts, the
engaging game play provides hours of fun. Tap the touch screen or press
buttons to the beat of your favorite songs. Keep your cool in front of a
hyped-up crowd and don't miss a note. Warm up your fingers and prepare
your ears for the explosive track list of Guitar Rock Tour, mixing
recent hits like "Girlfriend," "In the Shadow" and "Banquet" with rock
classics like "Beat It," "Rock You Like a Hurricane" and more. Use the
Nintendo DSi Camera to take a photo of yourself or your friends, then
display it onstage and receive goodies at your effigy. A new rock idol
is born!
Nintendo adds new titles to the Nintendo DSi Shop and the Wii Shop Channel at 9 a.m. Pacific time on Mondays. Users with broadband Internet access can redeem Wii Points or Nintendo DSi Points to download the games. Wii Points can be purchased in the Wii Shop Channel. Nintendo DSi Points can be purchased in the Nintendo DSi Shop. A Nintendo Points Card can be purchased at retail locations. All points from one Nintendo Points Card must be redeemed in either the Nintendo DSi Shop or the Wii Shop Channel. They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems.
Remember that both Wii and Nintendo DSi feature parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about this and other features, visit Wii.com or NintendoDSi.com. For the latest WiiWare games, click here. Click here for a list of games available on Virtual Console.
