Topic: Downloadable Wii Games

Galaxy 2 now available on the eShop.

I haven't seen the direct yet, but this is like having the Wii as a VC system. Can these be played on the game pad off TV?

Those that support classic controller can be played on the Gamepad. Currently downloading SMG2 and I'll check if you need Wii Remote.

If the game is compatible with the Classic Controller, you can play the game using the Gamepad.

Also, the Gamepad has a sensor bar built in, so you can control games that require the pointer using the Gamepad.

I believe it's exactly like having an actual physical copy of the game, but digital. So anything you can do in Wii Mode, you can do here, plus the added controller compatibilty.

You need to get Punch out as well, it's a great pick up and play game!

It is going to $9.99 for the first week: http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/pvqEpTCeo0N6UW0Da3T1f1c2...

I own all these games except for Punch out. But as even as we speak I'm downloading Galaxy 2!
Here is my Credit card number Nintendo, the pin is £$£$

@NintyMan You are in for a treat!

The only game I don't own is the Prime Trilogy, but I have all the original Prime games. Still interested to see what other Wii games they will be distributing via eShop.

I'm very,very surprised downloadable Wii games got the priority over downlodable Gamecube games

Strange how they give us Galaxy 2 first and not 1!

Wait are we only getting 1 a week then?

They probably figured it was the best one to choose. it did get a perfect score on a lot of critic sites like IGN, gamespot, gamesradar, edge, and nearly flawless with everyone else.

So, have just downloaded and installed Galaxy 2. Runs nice and smoothly, loads existing save data. Just to clarify, obviously required nunchuck and wii remote to play. Nothing else to say really, other than I've just paid £8 for a game I already have on disc.

Can't see it on American eShop yet?

@NintyMan: The regular price of Prime Trilogy is listed as $19.99 on Nintendo's website, so it will definitely be $9.99 the first week.

Great! 9,99 is the best price ever

I summarise:
Mario Galaxy 2 : Original game has no Classic controller support -> No GamePad Controller support
Donkey Kong Country : Original game has no Classic controller support (WHY???) but single Wii-Remote-control-> Maybe GamePad Controller support (???)
Metroid Trilogy : I don't know if the Wii remakes allow a classic controller. I played the first two on the GameCube. But I hope, they have.

Well, at that price point I will be picking up some new games this month. Never played Super Mario Galaxy 2, only finished Metroid Prime 3 (and only played the first one on gamecube), and hopefully I will be able to purchase Skyward Sword. This is really good news since my gaming budget is almost non-existent right now due to other needs.

Wow, $10 for Metroid Prime Trilogy, you all better buy it. Every one of you. You will bring great dishonour to your family if you do not.

Unless you already have the disc version of course.

i'm buying all 3. Metroid, MG2, and punchout. I've played and finished 1, played a little of 2 and never played 3. Never played the MG series at all. I played punchout but it was my nephews copy so he took it with him =(. best 30 bucks I will ever spend.