This week Affordable Space Adventures launches on the Wii U, but the real meat of downloads this week happens on the Nintendo 3DS. If you’re into JRPGs and have already upgraded to the New Nintendo 3DS, be sure to check out Xenoblade Chronicles 3D this week. Etrian Mystery Dungeon is also new this week and all of the DLC packs are available for free until May 5.
eShop on Nintendo 3DS
Xenoblade Chronicles 3D – Take up arms against an invading army in this remake of the acclaimed Wii RPG, playable only on the New Nintendo 3DS XL system. Explore landscapes and beat down foes in battles that blend real-time action with RPG strategy. Exclusive features make Xenoblade Chronicles 3D the best way to learn the truth behind the mythical sword, the Monado. Xenoblade Chronicles 3D will be available on April 10. Additionally, two new Xenoblade Chronicles 3D themes will also be available in the Theme Shop on Nintendo 3DS at launch.
Etrian Mystery Dungeon – Far off in the mountains, the small village of Aslarga becomes a hub for adventurers looking for fame and fortune in the Mystery Dungeons. But dire challenges await even the most stalwart adventurers in Etrian Mystery Dungeon, a turn-based action RPG roguelike developed by ATLUS and Spike Chunsoft. Now you can expand on your Etrian Mystery Dungeon experiences in-game and out: get the special Nintendo 3DS HOME theme for only 99 cents, and download all five DLC packs for free until May 5!
Pokémon Rumble World – Pokémon Rumble World is an action-packed adventure that’s free to download! Battle and collect more than 700 Toy Pokémon, including some that Mega Evolve. Travel on a hot-air balloon and battle in 18 different areas with more than 80 stages. The more Toy Pokémon you collect, the more ways you have to defeat Toy Pokémon you’re facing.
Nintendo eShop on Wii U
Affordable Space Adventures – Affordable Space Adventures lets you enjoy all the thrills and excitement of space exploration on a budget. Thanks to Uexplore’s guaranteed promises of comfort, fun and safety, you and your friends will be able to fly the newest Small Craft line of affordable spaceships into the fabulous alien planet of Spectaculon. Affordable Space Adventures is available exclusively on Wii U.
Virtual Console on Wii U
WarioWare: Touched! – In this Nintendo DS classic, Wario and his friends have prepared more than 180 microgames that will test your skills using the Wii U GamePad controller’s touch screen and built-in microphone. You can replay any microgame, top your best score or sort through souvenirs and characters in the Games area.
Yoshi Touch & Go – Help Baby Mario and Yoshi get past airborne and grounded enemies as they attempt to reach the delivery stork. Set new records as you trek through Yoshi’s Island, and you may even encounter Baby Luigi and other Yoshis who need your help. Master your actions by using the touch screen on the GamePad!
Nintendo eShop Sales:
Nintendo eShop on Wii U and Nintendo 3DS
Super Spring Sale! Got some time this Spring Break? Check out these deals in the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U starting April 9 at 9:00 a.m. PT until April 20 at 8:59 a.m. PT. Whether you’re planning a getaway or a “stay-cation,” pick up select great games for up to 30 percent off!
Nintendo eShop on Wii U
- Tetrobot & Co. is 70 percent off (reduced from $9.99 to $2.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on April 12.
- 99Moves, 99Seconds and Abyss from EnjoyUp Games are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on May 7.
Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS
- 3D MahJongg, Gardenscapes, Jewel Match 3 and more games from Joindots are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on April 23.
- WRC Official Game of the FIA World Rally Championship is 42 percent off (reduced from $34.99 to $20) until 8:59 a.m. PT on April 16.
- Snow Moto Racing 3D is 50 percent off (reduced from $7.99 to $3.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on April 16.
- Heavy Fire: Special Operations 3D is 80 percent off (reduced from $4.99 to $0.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on April 23.
Price reduction:
- Watch_Dogs on Wii U has been reduced to $29.99 (from $59.99).
- LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham on Wii U has been reduced to $29.99 (from $39.99).
- LEGO Ninjago: Nindroids on Nintendo 3DS has been reduced to $19.99 (from $29.99).
- Tri-Strip on Wii U is reduced to $1.49 (from $1.99) beginning at 9 a.m. PT on April 9.
Also new this week:
- Runny Egg (Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS)