WiiWare
Every week Nintendo announces their new Virtual Console offerings. But what you may not know is that they also announce the newest games for the Wii's specialized WiiWare channel. This is the place where you can download cheap smaller games, the type of titles you would only pay a few dollars for. Thus far we haven't spent much time covering these hidden gems, but today that's going to end. Starting today we're going to cover the WiiWare line-up just as we would any other section. To keep things consistent, we have decided to post all WiiiWare reviews in the form of a limerick. This week we look at more than a half dozen WiiWare games. I'm talking about games that come in all shapes and sizes. See for yourself below.
Bit.Trip: Core (Nintendo/$8)
I once played a game called Bit.Trip: Core, and rockin' out is what it's for. It looks a little like Pong and the gameplay is strong, so I suggest you buy it from the WiiWare online store.
Drill Sergeant Mindstrong (XSEED/$8)
I once watched a movie named Full Metal Jacket and those recruit really couldn't hack it. When the drill sergeant screamed much information was gleaned, and he made a very large racket.
Family Mini Golf (Aksys Games/$5)
There's nothing better than a quick round of mini putt putt, especially when you're in a rut. But with families I fear that kids will be near and want them to keep their mouths shut.
NEVES Plus (YUKES Company/$6)
I completely forgot about a game called NEVES Plus, but trust me it's not worth the fuss. All you do place tiles and it's supposed to bring lots of smiles, but all it made me do was spit and cuss.
Reel Fishing Challenge (Natsume/$5)
Hey look, Reel Fishing Challenge made a pun. Too bad the game isn't much fun. All I did was wish for something that wasn't about fish, until I finally shot the DS with my gun!
Silver Star Reversi (Agetec/$5)
I was going to review this Silver Star, but I didn't make it very far. When I sat down and played this game I wanted to trade, I decided it wasn't worth the mental scar.
Water Warfare (Hudson/$8)
I used to wage wars on the water, always doing what I could to get with the neighbor's daughter. I was forced to flee and admit that it wasn't to be, either that or get involved in a slaughter.
DSiWare
Not content with the Virtual Console and WiiWare, Nintendo has decided to offer up a THIRD avenue for downloading games. That's right, it's the DSiWare, and it's the best (and only) way to download games to your brand new Nintendo DSi. Each week we take a look at Nintendo's uploads through the form of poetry. Haiku, to be exact. Will these reviews help your purchase of DSiWare games? Nah, but they're a lot of fun to read. After a week of Mario Calculator and Mario Clock, this week's releases feel like a breath of fresh air. Well, one of them does.
Art Style: BOXLIFE
Don't escape the box.
I'm warning you, don't you dare!
Or you'll be BOXDEAD.
Sudoku Master (Hudson/$5)
Numbers hurt my head.
So does sound and the bright light.
I need an Aspirin.
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