“All for one and one for all” is an apt way to describe the latest lineup of downloadable games from the Wii™ Shop Channel and Nintendo DSi™ Shop. Each of this week’s new titles is a single-player affair, but they’re all quite different in genre and style, offering something special for a variety of gaming tastes.
WiiWare™
Tales of Monkey Island: Chapter 2 Publisher: Telltale Games Players: 1 ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older) – Alcohol Reference, Cartoon Violence, Mild Language, Suggestive Themes Price: 1,000 Wii Points™ Description: Guybrush’s adventures continue on the high seas as pox-plagued pirates lay siege to the innocent Mer-People. Between defending the Mer-People and dodging the persistent pirate hunter hot on his trail, Guybrush manages to catch up to his beloved wife and despised arch-nemesis, but the reunion is short-lived. Now Guybrush must focus on eradicating the Pox of LeChuck before more harm can be done. And as the Mighty Pirate draws closer to a cure, the waters will only grow murkier in this thrilling chapter of the epic saga.
3-2-1, Rattle Battle! Publisher: Tecmo Players: 1 ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) – Comic Mischief Price: 500 Wii Points Description: 3-2-1, Rattle Battle! is a party game packed with exciting mini-games. Intuitive controls mean that anyone can enjoy playing – just grab the Wii Remote™ and shake it to “rattle.” Great fun for single players, but the party really gets started when you register high scores on Nintendo® Wi-Fi Connection to see how you measure up against players from around the globe.
Virtual Console™
Phantasy Star™ Original platform: SEGA Master System Publisher: SEGA Players: 1 ESRB Rating: E (Everyone 10 and Older) – Animated Blood, Mild Fantasy Violence Price: 500 Wii Points Description: Originally released on the SEGA Master System, Phantasy Star is a pioneer in the role-playing game genre. Alis is the fearless female protagonist out to avenge her brother’s death at the hands of cruel dictator King Lassic. Players must guide Alis and her troops through the sprawling environments of the Agol solar system in an attempt to defeat King Lassic and liberate the people of Agol. Engage in dynamic turn-based combat with dragons, ghouls, giants and magicians by using unique weapons such as glowing daggers, crossbows and magic spells.
Nintendo DSiWare™
Puzzle League™ Express Publisher: Nintendo Players: 1 ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) Price: 500 Nintendo DSi Points™ Description: The ever-popular Puzzle League comes to Nintendo DSiWare. As it is with all good puzzlers, the concept is simple: Connect blocks of the same color to clear them from the screen and prevent your stack from becoming too high. There are four single-player modes to choose from: Endless (survive to earn a top score), Clear (eliminate all blocks above the line), Score Attack (score as high as possible in two minutes) and Vs. COM (use items and combos to attack a computer opponent). You can choose from a variety of background music to help get you in the zone, and even play in horizontal or vertical mode by holding the Nintendo DSi system normally or like a book. Whichever way you play, you’re guaranteed maximum fun.
Pretty good but could've been better. The second WiiWare title disappointed me the most. I was really hoping for Driift Mania or Arkanoid Plus. Also, note that the last SSW game didn't appear. I hope it doesn't appear on Labor Day.
It's been a good month for the VC. Although PS does not interest me, I know it has a following of gamers waiting for it. I hope people don't skip over Puzzle League. It's a great game
I can't even remember the last time I downloaded something on the Wii Shop Channel. I'm still waiting for Super Smash Bros. (who isn't?), Final Fanasty IV and V, Zombies Ate My Neighbors, Mario Tennis 64... Ehh, I'll stop now.
FFV will never come since it was never released outside Japan originally plus Japanese games don't get translated when released in Europe or America so a text heavy RPG really has no chance.
Edgey, Gumshoe, Godot, Sissel, Larry, then Mia, Franziska, Maggie, Kay and Lynne.
I'm throwing my money at the screen but nothing happens!
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