Wii Shop Channel Gets Pool Revolution, StarTropics 2 and Maboshi's Arcade Today

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As 2008 draws to a close, Nintendo has detailed the last Wii Shop Channel update of the year, continuing in the tradition of two new WiiWare games and a retro title.
    WiiWare
    • Cue Sports - Pool Revolution (Hudson) / 500 Wii Points ($5)
    • Maboshi's Arcade (Nintendo) / 800 Wii Points ($8)

Left, Maboshi's Arcade. Right, Pool Revolution.
    Virtual Console
    • Zoda's Revenge: StarTropics II (Nintendo, NES) / 500 Wii Points ($5)

All three games will be available for download through the Wii beginning today at 12 PM EST / 9 AM PST. For more details on each game, check below.

Maboshi's Arcade
Nintendo
1-3 players
Rated E for Everyone
800 Wii Points ($8)

Featuring three distinct modes and simultaneous play across three game windows, the constantly changing environment of Maboshi's Arcade creates an atmosphere unlike any other. Each of the modes is based on one of three familiar shapes (circle, stick and square) and offers the same goal: score a million points. Use the intuitive controls to bash enemies in Circle mode, weave your way through Stick mode or burn a path around obstacles in Square mode-all while dealing with power-up items and keeping watch on which effects the other game windows may have on your own. Also featuring Mii characters, action replays that you can send to your Wii Friends via WiiConnect24, and the ability to download a version to a Nintendo DS, you may never want to leave this arcade.

Cue Sports - Pool Revolution
Hudson Entertainment
1-4 players
Rated E for Everyone
500 Wii Points($5)

Grab your Wii Remote controller and take a shot at this virtual billiard game. Enjoy match-ups, playing classic favorites such as 9 Ball, 8 Ball, Rotation and Snooker, as well as walk-through trick shots in Puzzle mode. Connect to Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection (Nintendo WFC) to go head-to-head with your friends, or even hustle opponents across the world in Nintendo WFC match-ups. This game offers two types of controls, allowing you to virtually strike the cue ball with your Wii Remote controller or use the buttons to adjust the strength of your shot and then strike. Hone your skills in Practice mode, learning all the cool techniques you need to be a true hustler. Use the edit feature to create your own challenge and nail the trick shot you've always dreamed of sinking. Pull off an amazing shot and show everyone who's the biggest shark in the pool.

Zoda's Revenge: StarTropics II (NES)
Nintendo
1 player
Rated E for Everyone-Mild Cartoon Violence
500 Wii Points($5)

Take on the role of Mike Jones, intrepid hero of the StarTropics universe, and once again battle the evil alien Zoda to control the fate of the Argonian people. In this journey, the island hopping of Mike's original adventure gives way to traveling through time and visiting locations around the world. And you never know what famous historical figures may appear along the way, giving Mike helpful advice or useful items. Luckily, Mike also has a wider range of weapons and improved play control on his side, so he may yet stand a chance against Zoda. Can you help Mike stand the test of time and save the world again?

Chris Faylor was previously a games journalist creating content at Shacknews.

From The Chatty
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    December 29, 2008 8:34 PM

    hmm wonder if this pool revolution is any good, could be neat if done well

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