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Monday, April 13, 2009

WiiWare: NA WiiWare Update - Party Fun Pirate, Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure

popuppirwiiw.pngParty Fun Pirate

Wii Points: 500 Wii Points
Game Type: Otherr
Control Type: Wii Remote
Players: 1-4
Publisher: Tomy

"Based on the popular Pop-Up Pirate toy, players take turns thrusting swords into a barrel that holds your captain captive, trying to see who can insert the most swords into the barrel. Thrust a sword into the wrong hole and you'll send your captain flying, which means it's game over for you! Unique Wii features add to the excitement, making for a fun-filled party game. Try swapping out the captain and putting your custom Mii™ character in the barrel for some real laughs!"

virtualconsole.pngPitfall: The Mayan Adventure

Wii Points: 800
Game Type: Action
Players: 1
Publisher: Activision

"Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure is a side-scrolling action game in which you play adventurer Pitfall Harry Jr. in search of his father, Pitfall Harry. Pitfall Harry has been taken captive by the dreaded warrior spirit Zakelua: Lord of Evil. Armed with only a trusty sling and his father's journal, young Harry Jr. must now venture into the unknown to rescue him...before it's too late! Bungee jump and boomerang your way to safety as you battle through treacherous Mayan jungles, waterfalls, and deserted mines. With 13 levels of fast, gripping action, you will need to be attentive and quick—or prepare to die..."

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