Dec. 27, 2010
Confetti and noisemakers are essential to any New Year's Eve
bash, but don't forget to stock up on new downloadable games that'll
keep the fun going as the clock hits midnight. The WiiWare™ service
welcomes chick chick BOOM, an irreverent action game involving
everything from UFOs to corncobs. Wii™ owners can also download a demo
version of the award-winning game Max & the Magic Marker for
zero Wii Points™. For fans of classic console action, two games from the
NEOGEO era are available on the Virtual Console™ service: FIGHTER'S HISTORY DYNAMITE and MAGICAL DROP III. And for Nintendo DSi™ users, G.G Series Z•ONE and DodoGo! Challenge
bring new shooting thrills and egg-saving puzzle action to the Nintendo
DSiWare™ service. Pop the cork on these great games and ring in the New
Year with a smile.
WiiWare
chick chick BOOM
Publisher: tons of bits
Players: 1-4
ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older) - Mild Cartoon Violence
Price: 800 Wii Points
Description: In chick chick BOOM,
you throw pianos, pink elephants and sumo chicks or summon slimy giant
jellyfish and real UFOs. Draw lines in the arena to defend against your
opponent's attacks. The skill lies in your use of ink, creativity and
timing. Extra help is provided by a corncob and a piñata (yes, really!).
Play on your own or with friends. To keep things interesting, there are
various game modes and different arenas, each with its own special
attack. Arenas include City, Ship and Haunted Wood. Five teams are
playable immediately, and there are 10 more to unlock. Game modes
include Duel Mode, Time Mode and Pro Mode. Your best scores will be
saved for you to beat.
Around the World
Publisher: Wizarbox
Players: 1-4
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 500 Wii Points
Description: Whether you want to improve your own knowledge of geography or compete with friends and family in exciting mini-games, Around the World is
for you! The game features a solo mode for building your knowledge and a
multiplayer mode for playing against others. Topics include monuments,
history, sports, art, literature and people. Players may be asked to
choose the right answer from a list of options or point as closely as
possible to a given place.
Max & the Magic Marker (demo version)
Publisher: Press Play
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) - Comic Mischief
Price: 0 Wii Points; full version available for 1,000 Wii Points
Description:
One day, Max receives a mysterious marker in the mail. The first thing
he draws is a monster, but as soon as the pen leaves the paper, the
monster comes to life and jumps into another drawing. The monster must
be stopped, so Max draws himself onto the page and the chase begins. Max & the Magic Marker
is an award-winning physics-based puzzle platformer. The game is
suitable for all audiences yet still challenging for hard-core gamers.
It plays like a classic platformer, but with a twist. You have a magic
marker that enables you to draw freehand, and everything you draw
becomes real. You must help Max overcome enemies, obstacles and puzzles
along the way. Enjoy loads of puzzles with multiple solutions. Collect
hidden orbs to unlock extras. Explore 15 awesome levels in three unique
worlds.
Note: Some demo versions do not support all game features, and players cannot save their in-game progress in demo versions.
Virtual Console
FIGHTER'S HISTORY DYNAMITE
Original platform: NEOGEO
Publisher: D4 Enterprise
Players: 1-2
ESRB Rating: T (Teen) - Mild Blood, Violence
Price: 900 Wii Points
Description: FIGHTER'S HISTORY DYNAMITE is a fighting game that was first released in 1994. In this sequel to the well-loved FIGHTER'S HISTORY,
the action takes place once again at a martial arts tournament called
the Great Grapple. This time, 13 combatants have emerged to test their
skills against the best of the best. Notable playing features include a
wide range of secret attacks, a weak-spot system that assigns a
vulnerable area to each fighter and the introduction of original bosses
Clown and Karlov as playable characters. The bull from the bonus stage
of the Data East classic Karate Champ will also make a special appearance if you're able to clear certain secret conditions.
MAGICAL DROP III
Original platform: NEOGEO
Publisher: D4 Enterprise
Players: 1-2
ESRB Rating: T (Teen) - Mild Suggestive Themes
Price: 900 Wii Points
Description:
This puzzle-action game was released by Data East in 1997. Control a
clown to pull in and throw back balloons hurled from the top of the
screen. If you line up three or more balloons of the same color in a
vertical row, they will burst. If you're not quick enough, the balloons
will squash the clown and the game is over. Once you've got the hang of
bursting balloons, you'll need to master combos and chains. The basic
rules of the game haven't changed since MAGICAL DROP II, but with 16 playable characters and a new Magical Journey mode, there is much to explore in MAGICAL DROP III.
Nintendo DSiWare
G.G Series Z•ONE
Publisher: Genterprise Inc.
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) - Mild Fantasy Violence
Price: 200 Nintendo DSi Points™
Description: Breach
enemy lines in this technical side-scrolling shooter. The enemy has
bolstered its defenses with a perilous fortress of blocks. Skillfully
maneuver and make use of pods that fire in eight directions to vanquish
foes as you advance toward the heart of enemy territory. Each level
features a unique landscape and varying difficulty, forcing you to
adapt. Learn the art of quick evasion as some levels scroll faster than
others. Master advanced shooting techniques such as shooting in the
opposite direction.
DodoGo! Challenge
Publisher: Neko Entertainment
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) - Comic Mischief
Price: 500 Nintendo DSi Points
Description: DodoGo! Challenge, the sequel to DodoGo!,
is a unique puzzle game that will put your intelligence to the test.
You must save as many endangered eggs as possible in nearly 100
dangerous, trap-infested levels. Use the stylus to dig in the terrain,
set fire to objects, cut ropes and plenty of other mechanisms. Will you
find the solution to bring all the eggs safely to their nest? Your
perseverance will be rewarded with unlockable bonus levels and trophies.
Beat your own score and see how it ranks against the rest of the world.
Fantasy Slots: Adventure Slots and Games
Publisher: Big John Games
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: T (Teen) - Simulated Gambling
Price: 500 Nintendo DSi Points
Description: Players
can bring the exciting slot machine experience anywhere they go. Choose
from six adventure-themed, five-reel bonus slots, or try your luck with
classic Cherries or Diamonds slots. Win big jackpots and earn access to
VIP suites. Players can use winnings to purchase vibrant merchandise to
customize their suites. As players progress, they can win multiple
awards and achievements.