Get the most out of your Wii or Nintendo DSi by downloading new software directly from the Wii Shop Channel or Nintendo DSi Shop in exchange for Nintendo Points. More information on WiiWare and Nintendo DSiWare can be found at the bottom of this article. This week, the following new releases are now available to download:
WiiWare
New, original games offering something for everyone!
UNO
This new version of the world famous card game features new rules and a multiplayer mode for up to four players. Play together on one Wii console or go online with opponents across the world. You can even use Wii Speak to chat to players and shout "UNO" for real!
Tales of Monkey Island Chapter 3: Lair of the Leviathan
In the third Tales of Monkey Island chapter, Guybrush's quest for the voodoo-exfoliating La Esponja Grande takes an unexpected turn – through the guts of a giant manatee! Will the Mighty Pirate find the supernatural sponge in time to save Elaine from the deadly pirate pox?
Manic Monkey Mayhem
Now this is jungle warfare! Rival gangs of apes are waging a bitter banana-based battle, and now it's your turn to fling the curiously shaped fruit in combat – against computer-controlled opponents, friends or worldwide via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection!
Virtual Console
Enjoy classic games from yesteryear on your Wii console!
Fighting Street – Turbografx
Get to grips with this authentic Turbografx conversion of the original arcade Street Fighter – the one that started it all! Play as Ryu or Ken and journey the globe, using your arsenal of punches and kicks, plus unique special moves, to become the ultimate World Warrior!
Nintendo DSiWare
The following new Nintendo DSiWare releases are now available:
A Little Bit of… All-Time Classics: Family Games
The second instalment of the A Little Bit of… All-Time Classics series features five popular board and parlour-style games: Hearts, Contract Bridge, Dots and Boxes, Dominoes and Ludo! Up to eight players can compete wirelessly, including players who don't own a copy of the game.
SUDOKU
SUDOKU from Electronic Arts brings you hundreds of brainteasers in a sleek package with lots of options for beginners and experts alike. It also includes the unique Newspaper Mode that lets you add a daily puzzle from your favourite newspaper and complete it in comfort on your Nintendo DSi!
BOMBERMAN BLITZ
Bomberman blasts onto Nintendo DSiWare with this ultimate version of the classic game! It's all here: the best stages, the best power-ups and online multiplayer action, making BOMBERMAN BLITZ a true must-have for any Bomberman fan. Novice players are welcome too, as the game also includes an extensive tutorial.
About WiiWare (Wii Shop Channel)
To discover more about WiiWare and read about the other WiiWare games currently available, visit the WiiWare home page.
About Virtual Console (Wii Shop Channel)
The Virtual Console is a treasure trove of classic games from past consoles like N64, NES, SNES, SEGA Mega Drive, SEGA MASTER SYSTEM, NEOGEO, Commodore 64 and TurboGrafx (PC Engine) and even the arcade era! Find your favourite games from yesteryear! Click here to read more about all Virtual Console games available.
About Nintendo DSiWare (Nintendo DSi Shop)
Nintendo DSiWare offers an ever-expanding collection of games and applications exclusive to Nintendo DSi. From useful applications like the Nintendo DSi Browser to bite-sized versions of your favourite games, there's always something new in store! Click here to read more about all Nintendo DSiWare games available.
About Nintendo Points
With your Nintendo DSi or Wii wirelessly connected to the Internet you can access the Nintendo DSi Shop or Wii Shop Channel and start browsing. In the Nintendo DSi Shop, you can turn Nintendo Points into Nintendo DSi Points and redeem them for Nintendo DSiWare games and applications. In the Wii Shop Channel, you can turn Nintendo Points into Wii Points and redeem them for Virtual Console games, Wii Channels or WiiWare games. Nintendo Points can be purchased at retail outlets. They can also be bought directly as Nintendo DSi Points in the Nintendo DSi Shop, or as Wii Points in the Wii Shop Channel. Click here to read more about Nintendo Points for the Nintendo DSi.