Wii Rally

Release Date Fall 2008

The Lost in Blue series debuts on the Wii with it’s latest version, Shipwrecked! Explore the island and either find a way off this beautiful paradise or make a permanent home on it.

The graphics are much improved over the DS version of the series. With the Wiimote and Nunchuk, it will also be possible to explore more of the island. You will also have help in gathering object thanks for an animal companion and a new friend.

Beside the main game set on a beautiful 3-D island, you can play mini-games with a friend in cooperative mode. The better your score, the better the reward.

Lost in Blue was originally released for the Nintendo DS and has two sequels on the handheld console. This is the first time the franchise will debut on another gaming platform.

Rating is pending but expected to be E +10.

Release Date Holiday 2008

Mama is back in the kitchen with new recipes, new gameplay mode, and much more. Use the Wiimote to create potato salad, parfait, or even a California roll. If only real cooking was as fun and easy. You can cook against friends in two player local mode. This Wii sequel features new graphics, new mini-games, and is bound to be a big hit especially with fans of the original.

Release Date - October 2008

Dora makes her first appearance on the Wii. This is exciting news at the Little house because our toddler is crazy about Dora. The Dora games are for pre-schoolers - who make up the fan base of the TV show. The games feature fun activities that are easy and simple tasks that toddlers can do by themselves. Dora Saves the Snow Princess is not yet rated.

There were several Wii games that were on display during E3. Over the next few days, I will be posting a broad sample of those games with basic information and screen shots. First up is one that really grabs my attention just from the title - Lawn Games. I always thought that this would be a great area to explore for casual games.

Lawn Games will feature eight class outdoor games like badminton, lawn darts, and more. Players can even play in tournament mode with up to 32 people through Nintendo WIFI. Lawn Games will be released first quarter of 2009.

Release Date October 2008

Genre Action

Rating Rating Pending

Overview Crash must save his friends and the titans from the wrath of Neo Cortez who has discovered a powerful mind-controlling device.

Did you know there are over 250 games(on disc) for the Wii? Combine WiiWare and Virtual Console games and the number grows to over 500. Nintendo released that interesting fact and a partial list of games that are due out this year. Here’s a look at some of the games that have an August release date.

Sam and Max Season One August 12th

Madden NFL 09 All-Play August 12th

Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 09 All-Play August 26th

Lost in Blue: Shipwrecked August

Freddi Fish: Keep Seed Mystery August

Brothers in Arm: Double Time August 26th

The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor August 29th

Here’s a look at the few Wii games that are being put in the spotlight at E3 by Nintendo. Transcript to follow the jump.

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It was Nintendo’s turn to hold a press conference during E3. Some exciting Nintendo titles for the Wii are announced as well a new accessory for the Wiimote.

New game titles that will be discussed in their own post include Wii Music that turns the Wiimote into several musical instruments including a cowbell, Animal Crossing: City Folk, And Wii Sports Resort that comes with Wii MotionPlus accessory. The Wii MotionPlus plugs into the base of the Wiimote and allows players to experience a new level of motion control. The Wii MotionPlus enhances precision and power of the Wiimote. We’ll have a while to wait for it as it is scheduled for release early next year.

Another new accessory is the Wii Speak microphone. Animal Crossing: City Folk will make use of the microphone. Wii Speak allows Internet voice chat among Wii friends.

That’s some exciting news for Wii owners as Nintendo brings more fun and functionality to our favorite console. More E3 news is forthcoming as well as screens of the games announcement by Nintendo.

Want to get up close with wild animals from the comfort of your living room? Then SimAnimals might just be the game you have been looking for.

Players use the Wiimote to touch, grab, and handle wild animals as they take a stroll through the woods. You’ll meet all kinds of wild animals like squirrel, deer, rabbits, and owls. There are also some mischievous animals like foxes, raccoons, and badgers that enjoy stirring up trouble.

Solve challenges and achieve goals that will help the animals thrive. After all, they are depending on you. You can also take up to three friends into the forest in SimAnimals.

SimAnimals will be released January 2009.

The Littlest Pet Shop is another title from the EA Casual Entertainment level and is made possible through a partnership between EA and Hasbro.

The Littlest Pet Shop is basically a sim where players take care of their pet. They can earn Kibble Coins to purchase over 100 accessories for their pets. You earn coins by either playing mini-games or playing in free mode. The game is targeted to girls ages 6-12.

The Littlest Pet Shop will also be released for the Nintendo DS(3 versions) and the PC. It’s due to be available October 2008.

EA is bring Facebreaker K.O. Party to the Wii. This boxing game is specifically designed for the unique controls of the Wii. It also promises to be one of the wackiest matches you’ll play this year.

Once you’ve beaten down an opponent you can use the Wiimote to brand your victory on your opponent’s face. Grab the Wiimote and Nunchuk to deliver punch after punch or to carry out special moves.

Facebreaker K.O. Party will be on shelves in early November 2008.

EA Casual Game Entertainment Label is working on bringing classic board games to the Wii. Hasbro Family Game Night features classic games like Yahtzee, Battleship and Connect Four. It also offers new ways to play your favorite games with games like Reverse Yahtzee and Boggle Portal Cubes.

Mr. Potato Head will accompany you as your family enjoys game night with the Wii. You can create your own game room as well as host a custom game party. Just choose a few options like favorite games, number of players, and duration of games.

Hasbro Family Game Night will be available November 2008.

It’s an exciting week in the world of video games as Los Angeles plays host to the E3 Media and Business Summit. Publishers and developers will be there to show off their upcoming video games to the media.

There is a ton of information about new games for the Wii. Look for as much as I can post here over the next few days and probably beyond.

Game developer Southpeak will be showcasing their new games for the fall at E3. Two of their titles will be released for the Nintendo Wii.

Brave: A Warrior’s Tale - Fall 2008

This sequel to Shaman’s Challenge features an elderly Brave who reflects back on his life. Between stories, players take control of Courage, a young boy who is taking lessons from his elders to stop current threats to the village. Xbox 360 and PSP.

Igor the Game - September 2008

This game is based on the animated movie that is due out later this year. Players will take on the role of one of the main characters: Igor, Eva, Scamper or Brain. Up to four people can play cooperatively. Igor will also be available for the DS and PC.

Next week is E3, the all-media expo and summit held in Los Angeles. Majesco Entertainment has released which games they will be showcasing at the E3 Media and Business Summit.
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