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WII U TRADE GUIDE: PREVIEWS Wii U: The launch line-up


There are dozens of title heading to Wii U at launch, not just on November 30th but in the weeks and months that follow. James Batchelor offers a round-up of some of the biggest titles on the way


NINTENDOLAND NEW SUPER MARIO BROS U Publisher: Nintendo Distributor: Open


A collection of 12 mini-games based on hit franchises such as Mario,Zelda, Metroid and Donkey Kong. Each one shows off different features of the new GamePad. NintendoLandwill be bundled with the Premium model of Wii U.


Contact: 01753 483700


“NintendoLand is going to bring fun for the family this Christmas. This is going to have the flavour of Wii Sports but with all the added mayhem that legendary Nintendo mascots can bring.”


Craig McNicol, Koch Media


Publisher: Nintendo Distributor: Open Contact: 01753 483700


In the first new Mario launch title since Super Mario 64, four players can traverse colourful levels with a fifth lending a hand via the GamePad. They can also share tips via Miiverse.


FIFA 13


Publisher: Electronic Arts Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388


This fresh SKU of EA’s record-breaking game gives fans greater control over the ball, using the GamePad to aim and shoot. They will even be able to use the touch-screen to message online friends.


CALL OF DUTY: BLACK OPS II


Publisher: Activision Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388


The biggest game of the year will be on Wii U at launch. Black Ops 2 will run at a smooth 60fps, even when playing online, and a second player can play co- operatively with the GamePad.


BATMAN: ARKHAM CITY


Publisher: Warner Bros Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388


The critically-acclaimed superhero blockbuster swoops onto Wii U, complete with new features for the GamePad and all of the DLC released for the 360, PS3 and PC versions.


MASS EFFECT 3: SPECIAL ED.


Publisher: Electronic Arts Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388


Bringing the much-lauded EA BioWare sci-fi epic to Nintendo fans for the first time, Mass Effect 3: Special Edition includes the From Ashes DLC and Extended Cut ending.


ZOMBIU


DISNEY EPIC MICKEY 2


Publisher: Disney Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388


The sequel to 2010’s acclaimed Wii exclusive sees Mickey and his predecessor Oswald The Lucky Rabbit explore a world of forgotten Disney characters and theme park rides.


DARKSIDERS II


Publisher: THQ Distributor: Gem Contact: 01279 822800


THQ’s summer hit returns, now using the GamePad to manage items and quests. It will also feature the Argul’s Tomb DLC, plus weapons and armour that were given away with pre-orders.


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TEKKEN TAG TOURNAMENT 2


Publisher: Namco Bandai Distributor: Advantage Contact: 0121 506 9585


The best-selling beat ‘em up series arrives on a Nintendo console for the first time. This SKU adds combo shortcuts via the GamePad and Mario and Zelda-themed costumes.


Publisher: Ubisoft Distributor: Gem


Set during a zombie apocalypse in London, this title uses the GamePad to access inventory, unlock doors and aim weapons. Online multiplayer sees gamers race other survivors for supplies.


Contact: 01279 822800


“ZombiU stole the show at E3 and looks genuinely scary with the nice replayability that you have to kill


your former character if you die.” Christopher Rogers, Dixons


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