Nintendo has revealed the list of new downloadable titles and sales on its North American 3DS and Wii U eShop for the week of December 18, 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:
- Asterix: The Mansion of the Gods ($34.99)
Inspired by the cult comic book series, Asterix: The Mansion of the Gods has you roam around the Gaulish village, hunt boar and save the forest from the Roman invaders. It features sixteen games modes with two difficulty settings that include all the iconic characters from the comic books.
- Cube Creator 3D (Free Demo)
Cube Creator 3D is basically the 3DS knock-off version of Minecraft. It’s all about forging your own world by gathering resources, combining elements and battling all kinds of different creatures to survive. You have the choice of playing Creative Mode, which allows you to calmly build your own terrain, or Survival Mode, which is all about surviving for as long as possible. Unfortunately, there is only a free demo available for it this week and we have no word on when the game will officially release.
- Fairune ($2.99)
Fairune is a retro 8-bit-inspired Action Role Playing title that puts you in the shoes of a girl who has been mysteriously chosen to go on an exciting adventure. You’ll have to help her unlock the three ancient statues to seal away the evil forever by solving a multitude of puzzles that are as addicting as they are easy to understand.
- I Love My Horse ($24.99)
Following the release of its demo last week, I Love My Horse is now available to download on your 3DS. This means that you’ll be able fully take care of your horse through the game’s 18-chapter story.
- League of Heroes ($4.99)
With over 60 RPG quests to take on, League of Heroes is a never-ending tale that allows you to create your own character and customize it, and take on the dangers of the Frognest Forest to become the true hero.
- Mes Comptines ($4.99)
In this French variant of My First Songs, you will be able to tap to the rhythm of 17 classic French nursery themes like Frère Jacques, Pomme de Reinette and Le Vieux MacDonald.
- Toys Vs. Monsters ($1.99)
This puzzle game is all about building an army of toys and setting out for an all-out war against evil monsters. It features over 20 hours of gameplay across its four different modes, and is one of the simplest Strategy game you’ll find for the console.
On the Wii U eShop:
- 99Moves ($2.49)
Following the hits 99Bullets and 99Seconds, EnjoyUp Games is launching 99Moves – a game where you must complete the level in 99 movements or less. It has all the fundamentals of a 99 game with pixelated visuals, online rankings, 60 FPS and, of course, off-TV play.
- Art of Balance (Free Demo)
A free demo is now available for the exciting Puzzle Strategy game that is all about balancing various objects using the 3DS’ touch screen. Also, the game is currently on sale for $6.70 instead of $8.99, so, if you want to snag the game after trying out the demo, now is the perfect time to do so.
- Blok Drop X Twisted Fusion ($1.99)
Blok Drop X Twisted Fusion merges a fantastical world with physics based puzzle mechanics to deliver an entirely unique experience. You’ll have to guide GoGo through the game’s 50 levels, all while destroying the bloks scattered throughout the stages.
- Cake Ninja 3: The Legend Continues ($4.99)
Cake Ninja is making the switch from the 3DS to the Wii U platform with Cake Ninja 3: The Legend Continues. As you have probably guessed, the game takes full advantage of the GamePad’s touch screen as you play through the six challenging game modes it has to offer.
- Meme Run ($4.99)
If you are one of those players who constantly references memes through your everyday life, well Meme Run is definitely the game for you. It’s an Endless Runner where you must dodge all the ridiculous meme obstacles to collect as many swag points as possible. Plus, Tyrone rates the game 8/8 so it must be good, right?
- Plenty of Fishies ($4.99)
In Plenty of Fishies, you must eat smaller fishes than you in order to rank up the highest score possible. It has several different Multiplayer and Single-Player options, so you’ll be able to swim through the ocean to your liking.
- Toss N Go ($0.99)
Playing against one of your friends or the CPU, Toss N Go is a game where you must bank as many points as possible by tossing dice before your opponent’s turn. If you liked other games coming from RCMADIAX, you’ll most likely enjoy this game.
On the 3DS Virtual Console:
There are no games releasing on the 3DS Virtual Console this week.
On the Wii U Virtual Console:
- Mega Man Zero ($7.99)
Zero has finally awoken, and is ready to attack the Resistance, courtesy of the Wii U’s Virtual Console. This Platformer is the bigger, faster and even more action-packed than the traditional Mega Man games, so fans of the genre will definitely want to pick this classic up.
- Natsume Championship Wrestling ($7.99)
Featuring 12 outrageous fighters, Natsume Championship Wrestling is the most realistic wrestling game you’ll find coming out of the 16-bit era. Plus, you can enjoy its Multiplayer with up to four of your friends.
eShop sales:
Mega Manniversary Sale:
Starting today and ending on December 22, selected Mega Man titles are up to 50 percent off on the Wii U and 3DS eShop:
- Mega Man II (3DS)
Now $1.49 instead of $2.99 on the 3DS eShop.
- Mega Man III (3DS)
Now $1.49 instead of $2.99 on the 3DS eShop.
- Mega Man IV (3DS)
Now $1.49 instead of $2.99 on the 3DS eShop.
- Mega Man V (Wii U)
Now $2.49 instead of $4.99 on the Wii U eShop.
- Mega Man VI (Wii U)
Now $2.49 instead of $4.99 on the Wii U eShop.
- Mega Man VII (Wii U)
Now $3.99 instead of $7.99 on the Wii U eShop.
Other Sales:
- Art of Balance & Nano Assault Neo (3DS & Wii U)
These titles, as well as many more games from Shin’en, are on sale until Janurary 14 on the Wii U and 3DS eShop.
- SteamWorld Dig (3DS & Wii U)
This game is 50 percent off on the Wii U and 3DS eShop until January 1.
- Little Inferno (Wii U)
This title is more than 50 percent off on the Wii U eShop until Janurary 1, making it $4.99 instead of $9.99.
- 1001 Spikes & VVVVVV (3DS)
These Platformers, as well as other fun games from Nicalis, are on sale on the 3DS eShop from December 19 to January 5.
And finally, retail games coming to the eShop:
- Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater 3D (3DS)
The 2012 remastering of the popular Hideo Kojima game is finally available as a digital download for the 3DS. It costs $29.99, but you can also check out the free demo if you are on the fence of buying the game.
- Urban Trial Freestlye (3DS)
The Arcade platforming biking game is now available as a digital download for the 3DS. It costs $4.99, but you can also check out the free demo if you are on the fence of buying the game.
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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