Nintendo has released a bunch of new games this week in the eShop, including a couple of games from Capcom and a bunch of nice looking new 3DS eShop games.
Capcom’s classic role-playing game Breath of Fire II hits the Wii U Virtual Console today and joins Capcom’s eShop D&D game Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara. Also released this week include original eShop titles Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams and Spot the Differences: Party!
Over on the 3DS we find the eShop release of retail title Sonic Generations as well as the debut of Darts Up 3D! Also available on the 3DS are Boulder Dash-XL 3D and Virtual console title Summer Carnival ’92 RECCA. The Nintendo DSi sees another new DSiWare title with the puzzler Jewel Adventures arriving.
Take a look at the full rundown of releases below.
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Nintendo Wii U Virtual Console
Breath of Fire II
Role-Playing | Capcom | Rated: E | $7.99
Take up the sword, and prepare for battle! You are the last member of the Dragon clan, fighting to rid the world of a growing evil. A cast of unusual and exciting companions joins you in your adventures across a wondrous land full of magic and mystery. You’ll find strange mystic items, memorable monsters and exotic locations in your quest to conquer evil. There’s strategy and spellcasting galore in the hours of compelling action and adventure that awaits you!
Nintendo Wii U eShop
Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara
Action, Adventure | Capcom / Iron Galaxy Studios | Rated: T | $14.99
Join the Party, Split Your Enemies Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara combines two timeless D&D arcade classics -Tower of Doom and Shadow over Mystara- into one definitive package. Battle through a rich fantasy universe with a host of new features, including HD visuals, drop-in/drop-out 4 player online co-op, customizable House Rules, leaderboards, and a trove of extras.
Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams
Action, Adventure | Rated: E | $14.99
A fast-paced platformer with a twist! Morph at will between two dynamically different dream worlds in this fast-paced platformer! Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams combines punchy graphics and tight controls with the challenge of retro era platforming. Fluidly combine the special moves of perky and punk Giana as you flip between the dreams at the press of a button. Take skillful shortcuts to barrel through a level at top speed or keep your eyes peeled for the oodles of secret areas hidden within. Intertwine the classic chiptunes of Chris Huelsbeck with their metal counterparts by Machinae Supremacy as you switch worlds.
Spot The Differences: Party!
Puzzles, Strategy | Sanuk Games | Rated: E | $5.00
Find the differences solo or with family/friends. Who is the quickest spotter? The most complete difference game on Wii U! Play solo or with up to 3 friends, and see who is the quickest spotter! From 1 to 4 players; 360 pictures, 3,600 differences to find!
Game modes:
– Solo game: play on the GamePad, or on your TV with a Wii Remote. Hints and extra times will help you when you are stuck.
– Synchronous multiplayer game using the GamePad and Wii Remotes.
– Turn-based multiplayer game on the GamePad with synchronous replay: compare your performance with your friends after each turn!
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Nintendo 3DS Full Game Download
Sonic Generations
Action, Adventure | SEGA of America | Rated: E | $29.99
Two Sonics – two ways to play! The ultimate celebration of 20 years in Sonic gaming, Sonic Generations delivers the definitive gaming experience for Sonic fans new and old. Sonic’s universe is thrown into chaos when a mysterious new power comes into force, creating ‘time holes’ which take Sonic and his friends back in time. While there, Sonic runs into some very familiar characters from his past including a younger, classic version of himself! Now they must defeat their enemies, save their friends, and find out who is behind this diabolical deed. Play as both Classic Sonic and Modern Sonic in the ultimate Sonic experience. Master the moves of each character as they race through each environment on their own specially designed track. 2 Player Versus mode; Take on your friends and earn valuable status points. Street Pass: Collect new content and unlock bonus material, increasing variety, interaction and replayability.
Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console
Summer Carnival ’92 RECCA
Action, Adventure | Kaga Electronics | Rated: E | $4.99
Prepare for intense action at stunning speeds! Experience the frenetic pace of this classic top-down shooter. Created for a gaming competition back in 1992, Summer Carnival ’92 RECCA makes its way to North American shores for the first time! Widely considered one of the most challenging shooters ever made, you must fight your through wave after wave of enemy ships, and defeat the boss at the end of each stage. There are five primary weapons, and five secondary weapons, all of which can be powered-up.
Nintendo 3DS eShop
Boulder Dash-XL 3D
Puzzles, Strategy | Rated: E | $4.99
Boulder Dash-XL 3D Classic Puzzler – Set forth as Rockford or Crystal Mine through 100 levels & 5 game Modes Boulder Dash-XL 3D is a classic action puzzler shining on Nintendo 3DS. In this sequel to the 1984 classic, players set forth as Rockford™ or Crystal™ and mine their way through a variety of hazardous, yet stunning, three dimensional Caves. Explore the 100 caves and collect the right number of diamonds, while avoiding Boulders and Enemies to unlock the exit. But hurry… the clock is ticking! The difficulty increases with each new cave and more enemies and challenges will emerge as you progress. After completing a cave successfully, a green checkmark will appear next to it in the cave list. If you complete a level perfectly, a gold checkmark will appear.
Features Include:
– 4 Varied Gaming Worlds
– 5 Game Modes (Arcade, Puzzle, Zen, Score Attack and Retro)
– Over 100 All New and Exciting Caves
Can you master the power ups, transform boulders into jewels, squash enemies, and get to the exit before time runs out and without becoming trapped?
Darts Up 3D
Sports, Racing | Enjoy Up Games | Rated: E | $2.99
The ultimate darts game is now on Nintendo 3DS. Darts Up 3D is a fun game of darts in which you will have complete control over aiming thanks to the Nintendo 3DS motion sensor. You can play with your friends and family, up to a maximum of 4 Players, using Mii characters to create your profile. Darts Up 3D has several playing modes, including the famous 501.
Features of Darts Up 3D:
– Send the full Darts Up 3D using the “Download Play” option.
– 4 Players on just one Nintendo 3DS.
– Create your own profile using Mii characters.
– Use the motion sensor to aim and view the surroundings.
– Entirely in 3D Stereoscopic.
– Three playing modes, including 501!
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Nintendo DSiWare
Jewel Adventures
Puzzles, Strategy | Enjoy Gaming ltd. / 7 Raven Studios | Rated: E | 500 Points / $4.99
The fantasy world has been destroyed after a great war against the forces of darkness! Match gems to help Ayla rebuild the destroyed kingdom and learn all the secrets of magic along the way. Fight monsters and search for lost artifacts and gems in your mission to restore order and help save the human race!
Features:
– Stunning Match-3 game with 25 enthralling backgrounds
– Play in “classic” and “master mage” modes
– 10 levels for every mission
– Play 250 different levels
– Battle 25 evil enemies
Can you master the power ups, transform boulders into jewels, squash enemies, and get to the exit before time runs out and without becoming trapped?
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Nintendo adds new titles to the Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo 3DS™/Nintendo 3DS XL system, to the Nintendo DSi™ Shop for the Nintendo DSi system and to the Wii™ Shop Channel for the Wii console and games for the Nintendo Wii U console at 9 a.m. Pacific time on Thursdays.