The classic update returns with an original Nintendo title that might bring back memories for some.
Zoda’s Revenge™: StarTropics II™(NES™, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone—Mild Cartoon Violence, 500 Wii Points): Take on the role of Mike Jones, intrepid hero of the StarTropics universe, and once again battle the evil alien Zoda to control the fate of the Argonian people. In this journey, the island hopping of Mike’s original adventure gives way to traveling through time and visiting locations around the world. And you never know what famous historical figures may appear along the way, giving Mike helpful advice or useful items. Luckily, Mike also has a wider range of weapons and improved play control on his side, so he may yet stand a chance against Zoda. Can you help Mike stand the test of time and save the world again?
The road to 2009 begins ladies an gentlemen Hopefully everyone is planning their own New year party with friends and family to ring in the new year. Nintendo certainly has with two new Wii Ware titles on board to the Wii Shop Channel this morning.
Maboshi’s Arcade™ (Nintendo, 1-3 players, Rated E for Everyone, 800 Wii Points): Featuring three distinct modes and simultaneous play across three game windows, the constantly changing environment of Maboshi’s Arcade creates an atmosphere unlike any other. Each of the modes is based on one of three familiar shapes (circle, stick and square) and offers the same goal: score a million points. Use the intuitive controls to bash enemies in Circle mode, weave your way through Stick mode or burn a path around obstacles in Square mode—all while dealing with power-up items and keeping watch on which effects the other game windows may have on your own. Also featuring Mii™ characters, action replays that you can send to your Wii™ Friends via WiiConnect24™, and the ability to download a version to a Nintendo DS™, you may never want to leave this arcade.
Cue Sports – Pool Revolution (Hudson Entertainment, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone, 500 Wii Points): Grab your Wii Remote™ controller and take a shot at this virtual billiard game. Enjoy match-ups, playing classic favorites such as 9 Ball, 8 Ball, Rotation and Snooker, as well as walk-through trick shots in Puzzle mode. Connect to Nintendo® Wi-Fi Connection (Nintendo WFC) to go head-to-head with your friends, or even hustle opponents across the world in Nintendo WFC match-ups. This game offers two types of controls, allowing you to virtually strike the cue ball with your Wii Remote controller or use the buttons to adjust the strength of your shot and then strike. Hone your skills in Practice mode, learning all the cool techniques you need to be a true hustler. Use the edit feature to create your own challenge and nail the trick shot you’ve always dreamed of sinking. Pull off an amazing shot and show everyone who’s the biggest shark in the pool.
In my opinion the highlight this week would probably be Madoshi's Arcade. Your virtal console update is coming shortly...
A couple of items on the list just incase you might've missed his update. A demo and a new arcade title hit the Xbox Live Marketplace.
Content: Puzzle Arcade Price: 800 Microsoft Points Availability: Not available in Asia Dash Text: Puzzle Arcade - the online jigsaw game with a twist! Multiple ways to play, loads of cool features and endless possibilities. Download the full version to experience Xbox LIVE Vision Camera support, multiplayer modes and access to downloadable content. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts. Source
Content: Legendary Demo Price: Free Availability: Austria, Belgium, Canada, France, Ireland, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom and United States Dash Text: [ESRB: M (Mature) BLOOD AND GORE,INTENSE VIOLENCE] Download the demo for Legendary™, a first person shooter where the beasts of mythology have been unleashed on the modern world. Use heavy weapons and special powers to fight werewolves, minotaurs and more in this incredible fight for survival. Source
Also, be sure to check out the Xbox Live top 10 lists for the week of December 15th....all straight from Major Nelson
It only seems like it took forever to get this update out, but at 2 am Pacific Time this morning, the update patch went live according to a post on the official forums. No patch notes or developer comments were made puiblic yet, as a Dev blog post should be going live tomorrow explaining the update.
The patch finally fixes the ever frustrating 4 player co-op lag that was taken to the next extreme that it was so bad. Also fixed were other issues inside the game as well.
Though it hasn't been officially announced by Activision yet, Metallica decided to showcase the newest trailer for their upcoming Guitar Hero iteration, Guitar Hero: Metallica. VIa Xbox360Fanboy.
