Category: Wii

Shootanto Evolutionary Mayhem

Release dates / Wii

13 Nov, 2009

Shootanto Evolutionary Mayhem Release Date

From the outset Shootanto from Hudson may remind of you of Spore from EA. Spore was one of 2008’s most popular games with its rather unique creature creator. Shootanto Evolutionary Mayhem is a rather unusual first person shooter which throws you back many millions of years to the very beginnings of homosapien life. By taking control of an early primate can you battle your way to the top of the evolutionary ladder or will you be beaten to the punch by the reptilian lizard men and other nasties? The Shootanto Release date is November 20th and is exclusive to Nintendo...

Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games screenshot

Reviews / Wii

12 Nov, 2009

Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games review

Mario and Sonic’s Olympic Games game if you know what I mean sold like the proverbial hot cakes. Not only did it tap into the spirit of the Olympics but it also brought together two gaming greats as they competed along with their friends and enemies over track and field events – see what we thought of that back in our Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games review. Now they’re back competing over snow and ice but does the game get a chilly reception? Well, the good news is that this game improves on the last one. You’ll notice...

Up

DS / PC / PS2 / PS3 / PSP / Reviews / Wii / Xbox 360

12 Nov, 2009

Up review

I had my first experience of 3D cinema the other day when I watched Up. Once my eyes had adjusted I was initially impressed but then I sort of got used to it. It’s the same with videogames. Next-gen machines come out and everyone goes ‘whooo’ but then the bar has to constantly be raised in order to impress. It’s a pity then that not only does Up have average graphics, but it’s also a very average platform game that’s of little interest to me. You mainly play the game as Carl and Russell as you move round the 3D...

Nintendo Wii U

News / Wii

12 Nov, 2009

Wii 2

There could very well be a Wii 2 on the way sooner than you’d think. According to a leaked Nintendo document, the machine may be out in a year’s time, have Blu-Ray support and be able to deliver movies and games at 1080p. Buy a Nintendo Wii now New: Buy a Nintendo Wii from Amazon.com Related: Wii hardcore games, Nintendo Wii buyers guide

New Super Mario Bros

DS / News / Wii

10 Nov, 2009

Interview with Charles Martinet the voice behind Mario

Charles Martinet recently joined us for a chat and explains what it’s like to be the voice behind the oldest and most recognisable video game character of all time – Mario. He’s also behind a whole host of other Nintendo characters who appears in New Super Mario Bros for the Wii. Related: Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games review, Mario Kart review

Top kids Wii games

Guides / Wii

9 Nov, 2009

Top kids Wii games

So three years after launch Nintendo’s Wii console is still a hot ticket to be the number one system of choice this holiday season. The recent price drop to $199 has spurred sales and finally becomes a more realistic prospect for families or even just for the children’s bedrooms. We all know that everyone loves the Wii because it brings unique motion sensing gameplay to your living room. The free bundled Wii Sports game is still a worldwide phenomenon to this day and everyone from young children to grandparents enjoy it immensely. Here are my hot tips for the best...

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