Feb. 28, 2013 – This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following featured content:

Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS™
Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate – Demo Version – Set 25 years after the events of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, this new game reveals the story of Gabriel Belmont’s descendants, as they battle their own destinies to discover their true, shocking fates.  Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate allows players to select their own character as they battle massive bosses and traverse tricky obstacles.  The game combines classic side-scrolling game play with unrivaled 3D visuals only possible on Nintendo 3DS.  The full version of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate will be available in retail stores and in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS on March 5. 

Nintendo eShop on Wii U™
BIT.TRIP Presents… Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien – Runner2 is a rhythm-based, auto-running platformer with five exciting worlds, 125 tantalizing levels and five death-defying boss battles.  Play as eight different characters and find secret areas to unlock new and zany costumes.  The full and demo versions of Runner2 are now available in the Nintendo eShop on Wii U.

Nintendo eShop Sale – Fractured Soul
Fractured Soul is a classic side-scrolling platform game with a twist: It is played across both screens at once.  For a limited time, you can download this game from the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS at a discounted price of $7.99. 

Last Chance for Free Downloadable Map
Fire Emblem Awakening DLC – The Champions of Yore 1 map is available as a free download only through March 6, so be sure to visit the “Outrealm Gate” in the game soon to take advantage of this special offer.  You can also keep the adventure going with the new EXPonential Growth map, the second installment of the Golden Pack and said to grant tremendous experience to those who defeat the Entomed, a rare variety of Risen soldiers.  The EXPonential Growth map is now available for $2.50. 

In addition to video games available at retail stores, Nintendo also offers a variety of content that people can download directly to their systems.  Nintendo adds new titles weekly to the Nintendo eShop for the Wii U system as well as the Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo 3DS XL systems, to the Nintendo DSi Shop for the Nintendo DSi system and to the Wii™ Shop Channel for the Wii console. 

The Nintendo eShop is a cash-based service and features games, applications and videos.  Users can add money to their account balance by using a credit card or by purchasing a Nintendo Prepaid Card at a retail store and entering the code from the card.  All funds from one card must be redeemed in either the Wii U eShop or the Nintendo 3DS eShop, respectively.  They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems. 

The Wii Shop Channel offers games and applications and uses Wii Points™, which can be purchased via the Wii Shop Channel.  The Nintendo DSi Shop offers games and applications and uses Nintendo DSi Points™, which can be purchased in the Nintendo DSi Shop.  A Wii Points Card™ and Nintendo DSi Points Card™ can be purchased at retail locations.  All points from one card must be redeemed in either the Wii Shop Channel or the Nintendo DSi Shop, respectively.  They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems. 

This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following featured content:

Nintendo eShop on Wii U™
Wii Street U™ powered by Google™ – With Wii Street U powered by Google, you can step into Google Street View with an immersive experience that will make you feel like you’re actually there.  View a 360-degree Google Maps Street View of locations all over the world using the Wii U GamePad controller’s motion controls.  Jumping to a location is easy: Just use the GamePad touch screen to type in an address or location and start exploring, or instantly travel to more than 70 hand-picked locations around the globe. 

Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS™
NARUTO™ Powerful Shippuden – Demo Version – A new side-scrolling NARUTO game developed exclusively for Nintendo 3DS, NARUTO Powerful Shippuden features a cute presentation and comical characters, and has easy pick-up-and-play game play for fans of all ages. 

DIG DUG™ – The classic arcade game comes to Nintendo 3DS.  In DIG DUG, you must defeat the deep-dwelling Pooka and Fygar by using your harpoon and pumping air into them, or by dropping rocks from above.  Lure and defeat multiple enemies at once, and collect vegetables for bonus points.  Destroy all the enemies to clear each stage. 

Rabbids® Travel in Time 3D – Join the Rabbids as they travel back in time in a washing machine and make a mess of history.  Play a wide variety of mini-games in four different historical environments: pre-history, Egypt, Rome and King Arthur.  Customize and unlock nearly 50 unique costumes, such as a cowboy, Egyptian and Musketeer. 

In addition to video games available at retail stores, Nintendo also offers a variety of content that people can download directly to their systems.  Nintendo adds new titles weekly to the Nintendo eShop for the Wii U system as well as the Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo 3DS XL systems, to the Nintendo DSi™ Shop for the Nintendo DSi system and to the Wii™ Shop Channel for the Wii console. 

The Nintendo eShop is a cash-based service and features games, applications and videos.  Users can add money to their account balance by using a credit card or by purchasing a Nintendo Prepaid Card at a retail store and entering the code from the card.  All funds from one card must be redeemed in either the Wii U eShop or the Nintendo 3DS eShop, respectively.  They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems. 

The Wii Shop Channel offers games and applications and uses Wii Points™, which can be purchased via the Wii Shop Channel.  The Nintendo DSi Shop offers games and applications and uses Nintendo DSi Points™, which can be purchased in the Nintendo DSi Shop.  A Wii Points Card™ and Nintendo DSi Points Card™ can be purchased at retail locations.  All points from one card must be redeemed in either the Wii Shop Channel or the Nintendo DSi Shop, respectively.  They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems. 

This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following featured content:

Nintendo eShop on Wii U™
Fist of the North Star®: Ken’s Rage 2 – Fist of the North Star: Ken’s Rage 2 is a collaboration between the popular manga Fist of the North Star and the action-packed Warriors video game series.  With the majority of the episodes from the original manga intact, the game faithfully re-creates their legendary martial arts and the battles between these captivating characters. 

Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS™
Brain Age™: Concentration Training – Brain Age is back with new devilishly difficult brain-training exercises designed by world-famous brain researcher Dr. Ryuta Kawashima.  Brain Age: Concentration Training introduces newly designed training exercises that challenge players with activities to help refine their concentration skills and the ability to access their short-term memory.  Players can spend five minutes a day with the game to help better their focus and attention skills.  Brain Age: Concentration Training will be available in the Nintendo eShop and in retail stores on Feb. 10. 

Etrian Odyssey™IV: Legends of the Titan – Demo Version – Etrian Odyssey IV is the newest addition to the beloved franchise, and brings with it an enhanced graphics engine boasting polygonal enemies and new 3D special effects.  The game also features upgradable, customizable skyships that let players travel and battle amid the clouds, a fully orchestrated musical score from Yuzo Koshiro and expanded, immersive 3D dungeons with analog camera control. 

Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 3D – Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 3D returns to the roots of the sport with unique levels of control and a major emphasis on the individual style of the world’s best players.  Thanks to feedback from dedicated fans, PES2013 offers full control over shooting and first touch.  Endorsed by famous soccer players Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar, Pro Evolution Soccer will continue to push boundaries and capture the essence of teamwork.  Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 3D is now available at retail stores and will be available in the Nintendo eShop on Feb. 12. 

In addition to video games available at retail stores, Nintendo also offers a variety of content that people can download directly to their systems.  Nintendo adds new titles weekly to the Nintendo eShop for the Wii U system as well as the Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo 3DS XL systems, to the Nintendo DSi Shop for the Nintendo DSi system and to the Wii™ Shop Channel for the Wii console. 

The Nintendo eShop is a cash-based service and features games, applications and videos.  Users can add money to their account balance by using a credit card or by purchasing a Nintendo Prepaid Card at a retail store and entering the code from the card.  All funds from one card must be redeemed in either the Wii U eShop or the Nintendo 3DS eShop, respectively.  They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems. 

The Wii Shop Channel offers games and applications and uses Wii Points™, which can be purchased via the Wii Shop Channel.  The Nintendo DSi Shop offers games and applications and uses Nintendo DSi Points™, which can be purchased in the Nintendo DSi Shop.  A Wii Points Card™ and Nintendo DSi Points Card™ can be purchased at retail locations.  All points from one card must be redeemed in either the Wii Shop Channel or the Nintendo DSi Shop, respectively.  They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems. 

This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following featured content:

Nintendo eShop on Wii U
Puddle – Winner at the Independent Games Festival 2010, Puddle is a game that finds players guiding a puddle of fluid through 49 challenging and diverse levels by tilting the environment left or right.  Players must also take into account friction, gravity and temperature, and use various types of liquids to navigate the unique environments that include burning passageways, carnivorous plants and electric currents. 

The Cave – Demo Version – The Cave is a new adventure game from Monkey Island and Maniac Mansion creator Ron Gilbert and Double Fine Productions, the award-winning studio behind Psychonauts and Brütal Legend.  Assemble your team of three from seven unlikely adventurers, each with his or her own unique personality and story.  Descend into mysterious depths to explore many different locations, including a subterranean amusement park and a medieval castle, not to mention a fully armed and ready-to-launch nuclear-tipped ICBM.  The Cave awaits. 

Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS
Fire Emblem Awakening – Lead an army of knights, mages, archers and other classes into battle to defend a fantasy world teetering on the brink of war.  Your army, which grows as the game’s epic story progresses, is composed of a brave group of memorable characters with unique abilities.  Just plan your attacks carefully – the lives of your soldiers and the future of the world depend on it.  Fire Emblem Awakening launches exclusively on Nintendo 3DS on Feb. 4. 

Ikachan – You wake up in an underwater cave at the bottom of an enormous abyss, and there’s only one way out.  Avoid dangerous obstacles and deadly earthquakes as you search for a way out before it’s too late.  Use whatever tools you can find in the vast undersea kingdom to escape. 

New Downloadable Decoration Sets
Sparkle Snapshots 3D DLC – Personalize your photographs with two new decoration sets: the “Mario Core Set” and “Mario Kart 7 Set.”  These new themed sets are now available for purchase in the Sparkle SnapShop, the in-game boutique.  Sparkle Snapshots 3D is available in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS. 

In addition to video games available at retail stores, Nintendo also offers a variety of content that people can download directly to their systems.  Nintendo adds new titles weekly to the Nintendo eShop for the Wii U system as well as the Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo 3DS XL systems, to the Nintendo DSi Shop for the Nintendo DSi system and to the Wii Shop Channel for the Wii console. 

The Nintendo eShop is a cash-based service and features games, applications and videos.  Users can add money to their account balance by using a credit card or by purchasing a Nintendo Prepaid Card at a retail store and entering the code from the card.  All funds from one card must be redeemed in either the Wii U eShop or the Nintendo 3DS eShop, respectively.  They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems. 

The Wii Shop Channel offers games and applications and uses Wii Points, which can be purchased via the Wii Shop Channel.  The Nintendo DSi Shop offers games and applications and uses Nintendo DSi Points, which can be purchased in the Nintendo DSi Shop.  A Wii Points Card and Nintendo DSi Points Card can be purchased at retail locations.  All points from one card must be redeemed in either the Wii Shop Channel or the Nintendo DSi Shop, respectively.  They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems. 

This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following featured content:

Nintendo eShop on Wii U™

ZombiU™ Demo – A great plague has enveloped the city in a fog of death.  The Infected prowl through the streets, waiting to prey on your living flesh at every turn.  ZombiU is built from the ground up to take full advantage of Wii U, and will test your will to survive in a fear-fueled zombie nightmare.  The Wii U GamePad controller becomes your all-in-one survival kit for tools, inventory, med kit and maps.  Feel the tension mount as you try to keep your eyes on the TV and Wii U GamePad controller at the same time.  ZombiU is available for purchase in the Nintendo eShop on Wii U and at retail stores. 

NBA® 2K13 Demo – NBA 2K13 has joined forces with the legendary Jay-Z as executive producer to transcend sports video games and take virtual hardwood to the next level.  Featuring game-play features unique to the Wii U console, NBA 2K13 will allow players to use the Wii U GamePad controller to get up-to-the-second details on their players’ moods, fatigue levels and performance, while also calling plays and making coaching decisions and substitutions.  NBA 2K13 is available for purchase in the Nintendo eShop on Wii U and at retail stores. 

In addition to video games available at retail stores, Nintendo also offers a variety of content that people can download directly to their systems.  Nintendo adds new titles weekly to the Nintendo eShop for the Wii U system as well as the Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo 3DS XL systems, to the Nintendo DSi Shop for the Nintendo DSi system and to the Wii Shop Channel for the Wii console. 

The Nintendo eShop is a cash-based service and features games, applications and videos.  Users can add money to their account balance by using a credit card or by purchasing a Nintendo Prepaid Card at a retail store and entering the code from the card.  All funds from one card must be redeemed in either the Wii U eShop or the Nintendo 3DS eShop, respectively.  They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems. 

The Wii Shop Channel offers games and applications and uses Wii Points™, which can be purchased via the Wii Shop Channel.  The Nintendo DSi Shop offers games and applications and uses Nintendo DSi Points™, which can be purchased in the Nintendo DSi Shop.  A Wii Points Card™ and Nintendo DSi Points Card™ can be purchased at retail locations.  All points from one card must be redeemed in either the Wii Shop Channel or the Nintendo DSi Shop, respectively.  They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems. 

This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following featured content:

Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS™
Unchained Blades – Fang must traverse dangerous living temples known as Titans in order to meet his maker once again and exact his revenge on the great Goddess Clunea.  But he cannot do it alone.  Journey through grid-based dungeons in first-person view with your seven allies in classic turn-based combat, all while fighting more than 180 varieties of monsters that you can convince to fight alongside you in battle. 

Code of Princess™ – Blending fighting game play with components from classic arcade side-scrolling beat ‘em ups and the character development of an RPG, Code of Princess provides hard-core gamers with a new twist on some of their favorite game types.  Up to four players can take on challenges cooperatively or battle against one another in competitive play either locally or online.  Code of Princess is also available at retail stores. ( Additional systems and software required for multiplayer games; sold separately.  Wireless broadband Internet access required for online features.  For more info, go to support.nintendo.com)

Gunman Clive – In the year of 18XX, the west is overrun by thugs and outlaws.  A group of bandits has kidnapped Mayor Johnson’s daughter and is spreading havoc across the land.  Only Gunman Clive can bring order to the west and save the girl.  Gunman Clive is an old-school side-scrolling platform game set in the Old West with 3D graphics and a unique art style.  Jump and shoot your way across diverse and challenging levels while fighting massive bosses. 

Nintendo Video™ on Nintendo 3DS
Nintendo Video Best of 2012 – Nintendo Video is bringing you the very best comedy and music videos from 2012.  Don’t miss special re-airings of your favorite 3D videos. 

In addition to video games available at retail stores, Nintendo also offers a variety of content that people can download directly to their systems.  Nintendo adds new titles weekly to the Nintendo eShop for the Wii U system as well as the Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo 3DS XL systems, to the Nintendo DSi Shop for the Nintendo DSi system and to the Wii™ Shop Channel for the Wii console. 

The Nintendo eShop is a cash-based service and features games, applications and videos.  Users can add money to their account balance by using a credit card or by purchasing a Nintendo Prepaid Card at a retail store and entering the code from the card.  All funds from one card must be redeemed in either the Wii U eShop or the Nintendo 3DS eShop, respectively.  They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems. 

The Wii Shop Channel offers games and applications and uses Wii Points™, which can be purchased via the Wii Shop Channel.  The Nintendo DSi Shop offers games and applications and uses Nintendo DSi Points™, which can be purchased in the Nintendo DSi Shop.  A Wii Points Card™ and Nintendo DSi Points Card™ can be purchased at retail locations.  All points from one card must be redeemed in either the Wii Shop Channel or the Nintendo DSi Shop, respectively.  They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems. 

This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following featured content:

Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS™
Wario Land 2™ – In Wario Land 2, Wario must steal his treasure back from the devious Captain Syrup and the Black Sugar Gang.  Scavenge for coins and treasures through multiple levels surrounding Wario’s castle.  Multiple paths, bonus games and creative game play await Wario as he goes on a challenging quest to find his stolen treasure.  Wario Land 2 was originally released for Game Boy™ Color in 1999 and is now available as a Virtual Console title for the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS. 

escapeVektor™ – Vektor has been trapped inside the CPU for what feels like an eternity and you are his only hope of escape.  As he travels through the CPU, help him recover his memories and destroy the different enemy types sent to hunt him.  There is a whole world to uncover within the CPU.  Hiding away are 150 levels, 27 worlds and four unique abilities to unlock and upgrade.  Online leaderboards allow you to compete against your friends.  Use wildcards to double your score in each level and boost your ranking. 

2 Fast 4 Gnomz – Demo Version – Join Bumb, Berzerk, Speedster and Uncle Time as they run, fly, bounce, glide and break their way through the magical lands of Gnomia to fulfill their mysterious destinies.  Help them save the kingdom, find a princess and collect hundreds of precious lost socks.  2 Fast 4 Gnomz features 45 levels and four playable characters. 

Nintendo Video™ on Nintendo 3DS
Dinosaur Office: New Year’s Party – Dinosaur Office wraps up 2012 with a special Triassic period New Year’s party.  Don’t miss a sneak preview on Nintendo Video starting Dec. 23, and the full episode beginning Christmas Day. 

New Downloadable Coin Rush Course Packs
New Super Mario Bros.™ 2 – Feel the rush with two new downloadable Coin Rush course packs.  The “Mystery Adventures Pack” and “Impossible Pack” are now available for purchase from the New Super Mario Bros. 2 in-game shop. 

In addition to video games available at retail stores, Nintendo also offers a variety of content that people can download directly to their systems.  Nintendo adds new titles weekly to the Nintendo eShop for the Wii U system as well as the Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo 3DS XL systems, to the Nintendo DSi Shop for the Nintendo DSi system and to the Wii Shop Channel for the Wii console. 

The Nintendo eShop is a cash-based service and features games, applications and videos.  Users can add money to their account balance by using a credit card or by purchasing a Nintendo Prepaid Card at a retail store and entering the code from the card.  All funds from one card must be redeemed in either the Wii U eShop or the Nintendo 3DS eShop, respectively.  They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems. 

The Wii Shop Channel offers games and applications and uses Wii Points™, which can be purchased via the Wii Shop Channel.  The Nintendo DSi Shop offers games and applications and uses Nintendo DSi Points™, which can be purchased in the Nintendo DSi Shop.  A Wii Points Card™ and Nintendo DSi Points Card™ can be purchased at retail locations.  All points from one card must be redeemed in either the Wii Shop Channel or the Nintendo DSi Shop, respectively.  They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems.