This week's Virtual Console and WiiWare addition rounds out 2008 with a Virtual Console sequel, an original Nintendo WiiWare title, and yet another from Hudson.

Zoda's Revenge: StarTropics II is a sequel to the obscure Nintendo-made, NES RPG Star Tropics. Mike Jones returns to the Virtual Console with his trusty yo-yo in hand, along with a multitude of other weapons, to once again battle the evil alien Zoda. In order to save the Argonian people, Mike will have to travel through time and around the world. Zoda's Revenge: StarTropics II is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB and is available now through the Wii Shop Channel for 500 Wii Points ($5).

Maboshi's Arcade, this week's first WiiWare title, is published by Nintendo and features three distinct modes and simultaneous play across three game windows for anywhere from one to three players. Each mode is based around three shapes, circle, stick, and square, and all provide the same goal: scoring a million points. Players will bash enemies in circle mode, weave through puzzles in stick mode, and allow players to burn paths around obstacles square mode. Players will need to keep watch for power ups and the events in other windows in order to successfully complete their goal. Mii usage, video capture and transmission through Wii Connect 24, and the ability to download a DS version of the game are all included. Maboshi's Arcade is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB and is available now through the Wii Shop Channel for 800 Wii Points ($8).

The final WiiWare entry of the week comes from Hudson, and features a game up to four people can enjoy. Cue Sports – Pool Revolution features traditional 8-ball pool along with 9-ball, Snooker, Rotation, and a unique Puzzle mode. Pool Revolution also features two control schemes and the ability to go head-to-head through the Nintendo WiFi Connection for extended play. Cue Sports – Pool Revolution is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB and is available now through the Wii Shop Channel for 500 Wii Points ($5).

WII-KLY UPDATE: TWO WIIWARE GAMES AND ONE VIRTUAL CONSOLE GAME ADDED TO WII SHOP CHANNEL

Dec. 29, 2008

Champagne? Check. Confetti? Got it. But you're not fully prepared for New Year's revelry unless your Nintendo game library is stocked with games to please everyone under the sun. As always, the Wii™ Shop Channel is open 24 hours a day for your downloading pleasure. The final slate of new game offerings for 2008 includes a couple of wild multiplayer titles on WiiWare™, plus an enthralling sci-fi title for the Virtual Console™. Load up and enjoy!

Nintendo adds new and classic games to the Wii Shop Channel at 9 a.m. Pacific time every Monday. Wii owners with a high-speed Internet connection can redeem Wii Points™ to download the games. Wii Points can be purchased in the Wii Shop Channel or at retail outlets. This week's new games are:

WiiWare

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.

Virtual Console

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?

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