Nintendo has revealed the list of new downloadable titles and sales on its North American 3DS and Wii U eShops for the week of December 4, 2014. Here’s the list of the digital content highlights releasing on Nintendo’s digital distribution platform within the next seven days.
On the 3DS eShop:
- Christmas Wonderland 4 ($9.99)
The fourth installment of Christmas Wonderland is here and, this time, it’s all about helping Santa’s Elves in preparing the toys for December 25 by engaging in a wide variety of mini-games that all the family can enjoy.
- Disney Violetta Rhythm & Music ($29.99)
Disney Violetta Rhythm & Music lets you show off your musical and rhythmic skills by tapping to the beat of the TV show’s best hits while enjoying music videos. Fans of Violetta will also be able to test their knowledge of the series by taking on the game’s Quiz Mode as well.
- Ultimate NES Remix ($29.99)
For the first time on the 3DS, NES Remix is hitting the handheld space as Ultimate NES Remix, containing the first and second entries in the rapid-fire challenge game based on the 8-Bit era of Nintendo games. The games included feature NES classics such as Super Mario Bros. 3, The Legend of Zelda, Metroid, Excite Bike and many more. Also, as a bonus, you’ll receive a free Nintendo Famicom 3DS theme when you purchase Ultimate NES Remix via the 3DS eShop.
On the Wii U eShop:
- Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker ($39.99)
Captain Toad is starring in his own game following its massive introductory success with the side levels present in last year’s Super Mario 3D World. Help the adventure-hungry mushroom-headed character in solving the 70 maze-like stages to collect the stars located at the end of each level and the gems scattered all over them.
- Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric (Free Demo)
On the fence about buying the latest Sonic game on the Wii U? Well, you can now download a free demo of Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric on the eShop to see if Sonic’s newest adventure captures your attention. You’ll get to experience the demonic nature of Lyric, the main antagonist of Sonic Boom, and try to stop him with the help of the blue hedgehog’s friends.
On the 3DS Virtual Console:
There are no games releasing on the 3DS Virtual Console this week.
On the Wii U Virtual Console:
- Fire Emblem ($7.99)
Become a master tactician with the GBA installment of Fire Emblem as you’ll have to plan your strategy and command the field of war with Lyn, Eliwood and Hector, three warriors prepared to defend their homeland. Not only will you have to plan your attacks, but you’ll also need to master the Turn-Based combat in order to successfully save the continent of Elibe.
- Lode Runner ($4.99)
As Runner, you must complete the 50 levels the game has to offer while collecting the gold nuggets and avoiding the wide variety of enemies out to get you. The interesting thing is you have the ability to dig holes through the ground to reach areas that seem unreachable at first glance. The game also has a robust stage editor, which allows you to create and edit levels, adding a whole lot of replay value.
And finally, eShop sales:
- AeternoBlade (3DS)
This tile is more than 40 percent off on the 3DS eShop from December 5 to December 19, making it $7.99 instead of $14.99.
- AiRace Xeno (3DS)
This game is 40 percent off on the 3DS eShop until December 25, making it $1.69 instead of $2.49.
- Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two (Wii U) & Disney Planes (3DS & Wii U)
These titles, as well as other Disney games, are on sale until December 8.
- Etrian Odyssey IV: Legends of the Titan (3DS)
This RPG is 50 percent off on the 3DS eShop from December 8 to December 22, making it $14.99 instead of $29.99.
- Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers (3DS)
This game is 50 percent off on the 3DS eShop from December 8 to December 22, making it $14.99 instead of $29.99.
- 99Seconds (Wii U)
This title is more than 40 percent off on the Wii U eShop until December 26, making it $1.49 instead of $2.49.
What do you think of this week’s eShop line-up? Is there any particular game you are interested in buying? Let us know in the comments below and, as always, stay tuned to Gamer Headlines for all things gaming.
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