For the Nintendo Wii and DS, Sega will be publishing yet again, Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games. With the guidance of Shigeru Miyamoto himself, Mario and Sonic At The Winter Olympics will take players to venues for all kinds of new sports not seen in the previous title.

Developed by SEGA of Japan, under the guidance of Shigeru Miyamoto, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games will take players to lifelike Olympic venues where they can choose from a legendary cast of playable characters, including new faces to the series to be revealed later this year. Following the phenomenal worldwide popularity of Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games, which has sold over 10 million copies worldwide, this fresh gaming experience will feature completely new Olympic Winter Games events from the official competition schedule including Alpine Skiing and Speed Skating with more events announced throughout the year.

Tailored to the specific system controls, Nintendo DS and Wii gamers will enjoy completely unique experiences thanks to each platform having its own specific gameplay features and modes. Players of all skill levels will enjoy the intuitive controls of both the Wii and Nintendo DS systems, in both single and multiplayer gaming modes. The Wii game will offer an even richer multiplayer experience offering co-op and competitive gameplay where the Nintendo DS brings an intense competitive element using the Nintendo DS wireless capabilities. Additionally, one of the new features to be found in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games is the inclusion of the Wii Balance Board™ which can be used in some events featured in the Wii version, allowing for a more interactive and realistic gaming experience.

Mario & Sonic At The Winter Oympics will be releasing in stores everywhere Late 2009.

Another week has started and yet it begins another week for the Wii Ware update. This week only contains one title that has you traversing the streets of high school yet again in LIT. Also for those that feel the need to become a mercenary killing people for money, you can check out the Virtual Console entry from the Seg Genesis in Wolf of the Battlefield.

WiiWare

LIT (WayForward Technologies, 1 player, Rated E10+ for Everyone 10 and Older—Violence, 800 Wii Points): Dark creatures have taken over Jake’s high school, and it’s up to you to guide him through each classroom in order to be reunited with his girlfriend Rachael. Existing light sources must be used smartly to create bridges of light for Jake to cross. One false step and Jake gets pulled into the darkness. Along the way he’ll encounter twisted versions of his school’s faculty, which must be battled in order to advance. LIT is a horror/puzzle game that requires the Wii Remote^™ and Nunchuk^™ controllers. It contains 30 levels, five boss battles, replay modes and several unlockables, including multiple endings, Dark Mode timed challenges and an unlockable character.

Virtual Console

Wolf of the Battlefield^™: MERCS (SEGA GENESIS, 1 player, Rated E10+ for Everyone 10 and Older—Mild Violence, 800 Wii Points): Following a rash of terrorism outbreaks and increasing opposition from guerilla fighters, the U.S. government has decided to hire a group of professional mercenaries to undergo secret missions, battling through enemy lines to go where no ordinary soldier would dare to go. Based on the popular arcade game, the SEGA GENESIS version of MERCS lets you play as a MERC and also adds an original mode, allowing players to choose from five different characters. Take no prisoners as you shoot, drive jeeps and tanks, and clash against huge bosses to accomplish your mission.

Hopping online onto the Wii Ware service are two casual games that hopefully fill the void, at least until The Conduit hits store shelves. If you're into puzzles, then Lonpos is your game.

Snowboard Riot^™ (Hudson Entertainment, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone—Mild Fantasy Violence, 1,000 Wii Points): This snowboard racing and battle game can be enjoyed by multiple players and is compatible with the Wii Balance Board^™ accessory. In an intense scramble for first place, guide your character down the slopes while snatching up items to attack and defend against rivals along the way. Up to four players can battle and participate in various ranking modes via Nintendo^® Wi-Fi Connection.

LONPOS (Nintendo, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone, 800 Wii Points): Looking for a puzzle game that anyone can play, but still offers plenty to master? Look no further than LONPOS, with its straightforward premise and large variety of puzzles to solve. Each puzzle revolves around a rectangular playing field of 55 spaces. Using a set of 12 pieces, the goal is to place every piece into the playing field, filling it completely. The higher the level, the more pieces you’ll need to fit correctly into the playing field. Challenge yourself with two single-player modes or bring a friend to compete against or cooperate with. When you think your skills are worthy, use Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection to check out how you compare with other LONPOS players or download additional puzzles and backgrounds. (Router and broadband access required for online play. For more info, go to www.nintendo.com.)

Your Virtual Console title is Sonic Chaos from the Sega Master System...which you can read more about below.

I don't know how this announcement was missed but Steven Spielberg and EA Games are at it again with Boom Blox: Bash Party. Spielberg himself even had a bit to say about the next title.

“BOOM BLOX Bash Party is a wild social gaming experience,” said Steven Spielberg. “We know families and friends really enjoyed playing the original BOOM BLOX together, so we designed more explosive multiplayer experiences with BOOM BLOX Bash Party.”

Electronic Arts then goes into detail about the games features and gameplay modes....

BOOM BLOX Bash Party is packed with tons of new features that are sure to get the party started! The game showcases new block types, including: virus and conveyor blox, new blox shapes, such as: cylinders and wedges, and new tools that will make for even more destructive fun. Players will find twists on BOOM BLOX game play favorites like throwing and grabbing. Players now can also sling, launch, and blow the competition away with new cannon, paint ball and slingshot tools.

Check out more below...

2k Games has announced today via press release that Don King's Prize Fighter will be made available to Wii and DS owners in the States on March 31st. Using the unique skills of the Wii Balance Board, you'll be able to take full control of your character in the ring. How much realistic an you get?

"Don King Boxing has been specifically designed to take advantage of everything the Wii and DS have to offer," said Christoph Hartmann, 2K president. "We worked closely with Nintendo to make Don King Boxing a unique experience, especially using the Wii Balance Board. It is great for those who love boxing or those who just want a fun way to get some exercise."

SouthPeak Games has announced that it has released a demo over the Nintendo Channel for its Nintendo DS firework brigade, Big Bang Mini. The fireworks show allows players to shoot fireworks earning an ultimate high score against enemies known as balloons forming lightning strikes of symbols from the chinese new year. GamePlasma will have a review of the game shortly.

The demo of Big Bang Mini includes a selection of levels from three of the game’s worlds, including Hong Kong, Aurora and Luxor. These are just a handful of the full version’s nine uniquely themed locations, which see players travelling all over the globe blasting waves of enemies using spectacular firework displays. Featuring 90 challenging levels of play, tough boss battles and seven different modes, Big Bang Mini is the perfect game for Nintendo DS owners looking for their next action fix.

The game is also now available in stores..

High Voltage Software, developers for the up coming title, The Conduit, have confirmed release for their upcoming Wii Ware game. Akani Games has confirmed the launch date for the devs and have announced that it will be releasing on February 16th for 1600 Wii points.

Key features of the game include:
- Guide Konki through 20 hazardous space missions spanning four worlds
- Deftly pilot your ship with innovative use of the Wii Remote’s infrared pointer capabilities
- Pick up items and ship upgrades to enhance skills and increase your chances for survival
- Four person multiplayer matches locally on your home console
- Compete for best times with Nintendo® Wi-Fi Connection online leaderboards

This week on the Wii Shop Channel looks a bit different this time around. Only one Wii Ware and Virtual Console release hit the servers this morning.

Niki - Rock ‘n’ Ball (Bplus, 1-2 players, Rated E for Everyone—Comic Mischief, 500 Wii Points): Are you in love with those unforgettable arcade classics where the only goal is to vanquish all opponents to reach the next stage? Niki - Rock ‘n’ Ball is a new interpretation of those games with a completely innovative and unique gaming mechanism. Roll along with Niki through fantastic worlds, find all the ZeLeLi pearls, and liberate your village from cuddly-yet-evil monsters before it’s too late. Timing is everything. Jump in the nick of time to avoid landing amid barbs. Hop across the stages thanks to the realistic gaming physics. Snap on the ZeLeLi amulet, transform yourself into Niki Rock, and force even the most obstinate monster to its knees. Explore all the stages and win valuable medals while dribbling through them, alone or with a friend. Use familiar controls in Retro style, or experience novel controls in the Wii style.

The Virtual Console release is Wonder Boy In Monster Land and you can read more about that below...

Developer High Voltage Software will probably recieve a pat on the back from a lot of Wii owners this Spring or Summer, that is whenever The Conduit sees its official release. Someone over at GoNintendo.com spotted this tib bit of info that might lead to a Summer release for the sci-fi shooter?

Apparently it seems that Amazon thinks the game will be available June 9th, 2009. Obviously though, we won't hear any official word until Sega leads on the details in an official press release.

The image to the right explains all.

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Harmonix has revealed new Rock Band 2 tracks for the Nintendo Wii version of the title. The six tracks are content that was already released on the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3. Starting in February, Wii owners can expect the weekly DLC that hits the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 to bestow itself upon the Nintendo Wii. You'll have to, obviously, purchase Wii points from the Wii Shop Channel if you ever think you're going to have a chance to get in on these tracks.

• Nine Inch Nails: "March of the Pigs"
• Nine Inch Nails: "The Collector"
• Ramones: "Rockaway Beach"
• Clash: "I fought the law"
• Jimmy Buffet: "Margaritaville"
• Jimmy Buffet: "Volcano"

Price: $2.00 (200 Wii Points)

These tracks are available starting today (January 20th, 2009)