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Friday, August 28, 2009

DSiWare, WiiWare: EU Nintendo Update - Mr. Driller, More Poker, and Oscar In Toyland

mrdrillerw.pngMr. Driller W

Wii Points: 800
Game Type: Puzzle
Control Type: Wii Remote
Players: 1
Publisher: Namco Bandai

"Mr. Driller W is the newly updated version of the exciting game that challenges players with level upon level of frantic underground drilling action. Experience more than 20 varied stages and missions. Drill through a seemingly endless onslaught of colored blocks while avoiding falling obstacles and strategically managing your air supply. Multiple degrees of difficulty now challenge everyone from novices to hardcore Mr. Driller veterans. A tutorial will even help first-time players learn the rules quickly and easily. Vibrant graphics, engaging game play and loads of characters make this a modern twist on a gaming masterpiece."

Click here to view a video of the Japanese version of Mr. Driller W.

texasgameloftwiiw.pngTexas Hold'em Poker

Wii Points: 600
Game Type: Poker
Control Type: Wii Remote
Players: 1-6
Publisher: Gameloft

"Prepare to experience the intensity of a real Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament! Whether you're a poker novice or a veteran, you'll enjoy Tournament, Cash Game, and Heads-up mode with simple and fun Wii Remote controls. Hit the tables as one of 6 fun and charismatic characters, or import your own Mii to really put on your poker face. Take on the world's most prestigious casinos - from Monaco to New York - and challenge opponents that won't hesitate to taunt or comment on your playing style, creating a very realistic poker atmosphere!

"Or you can impress friends with wild poker parties thanks to an Online mode that allows you to play with up to 5 friends and create your own tournaments, in addition to joinging official Gameloft tournaments. You can even challenge random online opponents in any skill level you want.

"Even if you've never played poker before, you can learn all the rules and strategy with the Advanced Tutorial that teaches you everything from winning hands and betting to bluffing."

oscardsi.pngOscar In Toyland

Nintendo Points: 800 (Not available in Australia)
Game Type: Platformer
Players: 1
Publisher: Virtual Playground

"This fabulous jump and run game is easy to play,packed with hours of fun & non-stop action,
100’s of collectables & surprises! In psychedelic Worlds of Candy, Soda Pop, Amusement Park Rides, Board Games, Fantasy Land & more, meeting lots of cool Toys and Animals in hidden rooms and Bonus and Bogus mini games. Use Wings to Fly, Springy Shoes to Jump and Oscar’s secret weapon – his magical Yo-Yo to swing on and zap enemies in some of the craziest platform levels you’ll ever play!"

Click here for the official trailer for Oscar In Toyland.

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