PictureBook Games™: Pop-Up Pursuit

Nintendo Points: 800
Game Type: Board Game
Control Type: Wii Remote
Players: 1-4
Publisher: Nintendo

"Enter the world of PictureBook Games: Pop-Up Pursuit and enjoy a family board game set in a pop-up picture book. Instead of simply rolling dice to move along the map, you'll use cards (which can help or hinder progress) and coins (useful for buying more cards, but don't forget about your Coin Bonus at the end of the game). Spaces on the map play an important role in the game's outcome, and your computer-controlled opponents exhibit different personalities and behavior. Occasionally, the mysterious Book of Magick will be opened, causing an event that may change according to how you play. This mixture of exciting game play and charming, artistic atmosphere give Pop-Up Pursuit high replay value and unique depth—even if its characters are flat."

Protöthea

Nintendo Points: 1,000
Game Type: Shooter
Control Type: Wii Remote, Nunchuk
Players: 1
Publisher: UbiSoft

"Protöthea is a top-down scrolling shooter game with free movement that puts players in complete control of a last-generation spaceship. The mission is to destroy the asteroid called Maqno 01 and finish with the plans of The Core. UbiSoft's Protöthea introduces new concepts to a beloved, classic game style while mixing genres and utilizing the full capabilities of the Wii console, from graphics to controls. Players of all ages and experience levels will enjoy taking command of their ship, blasting through four different worlds in 10 challenging missions. Use your weapons arsenal and the special bonus items to help you accomplish your mission, and don't forget to slow down time and take an edge over the enemy."

Shinobi

Original platform:Arcade
Publisher: Sega
Wii Points 800

"As the ninja Shinobi (Joe Musashi) you must stop the criminal organization known as Zeed, who have kidnapped the children of the Oboro clan. Test your ninja skills through five missions of increasing difficulty, and make your way to Zeed's headquarters to free all the hostages. The Ring of Five, the leaders of Zeed, are determined to stop you as you face off against one of them at the end of each stage."

Combat Of Giants: Dragons: Bronze Edition

Nintendo Points: 800
Game Type: Adventure
Players: 1-4
Publisher: Ubisoft

"After centuries of war, humans have defeated dragons. To prevent dragons from gathering their hidden fortune and strength, they have divided their land into four different elements: Fire, Ice, Earth and Wind. Rogue dragons without gems have seized their opportunity to attack and kill the noble dragons. As the last heir of the noble dragons, you have to defeat the rogue dragons. Find all the gems and reunite the dragons’ kingdom!

"Exclusively designed for Nintendo DSiWare, you take control of one of these mythical creatures and, as a noble dragon, seek revenge against the rogue dragons of the land. Customise your dragon to your taste and then explore the land, searching for gems and ready to take on enemies with a real-time combat system. Then get together with up to three of your friends and organise duels and tournaments to see whose dragon on the king of the beasts."

A Little Bit of... Dr Kawashima’s Brain Training™: Arts Edition

Nintendo Points: 800
Game Type: Edutainment
Players: 1
Publisher: Nintendo

"Dr Kawashima brings his popular brain exercise software to Nintendo DSi, with fun, new features and the return of many Brain Training favourites! Choose between two disciplines, Arts or Maths, to train your brain in different ways with your Nintendo DSi.

"A Little Bit of... Dr Kawashima’s Brain Training: Arts Edition features various challenges based on words, pictures and music that you can use regularly to keep your brain sharp in just a few minutes a day. As well as training, you can also relax with a game of Germ Buster. Or try the new Themes Mode, where you can practise your acting and drawing skills using the Nintendo DSi Camera, Touch Screen and microphone!"