showing 12 games

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The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess Nintendo (EAD Software Development Group 3)2006Nintendo EAD/Nintendo won the 7th annual (2007) Game developers Choice Awards - Best Writing. Kyogoku Aya, Nate Bihldorff, and Mitsuhiro Takano were designated in the nomination.
Nintendo EAD was also nominated for Best Game. Eiji Aonuma, Satoru Iwata, and Shigeru Miyamoto were designated in the nomination.
[Zerothis]***When an evil darkness enshrouds the land of Hyrule, a young farm boy named Link must awaken the hero – and the animal – within. When Link travels to the Twilight Realm, he transforms into a wolf and must scour the land with the help of a mysterious girl named Midna. Besides his trusty sword and shield, Link will use his bow and arrows by aiming with the Wii Remote controller, fight while on horseback and use a wealth of other items, both new and old.
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Shrek the Third Activision (Amaze Entertainment)2007 labelminimizeminimize
Shrek the Third  Activision (Shaba Games)2007 labelimageminimize
Ōkami  Capcom (Clover Studio;Ready at Dawn)2008Honestly after playing through the PS2 version and the Wii version, the Wii version is easier to play.***Supposedly partially remade due to Clover Studio being closed down prior to release, faded IGN logo has been spotted on the package art, and there's been various other points made how the Wii port is inferior to the original. labelimageminimize
The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon Sierra Entertainment;Activision (Étranges Libellules)2008 labelimageminimize
Tomb Raider: Underworld  Eidos;Spike (Crystal Dynamics;Buzz Monkey Software)2008[b]Embark on a perilous journey around the world to uncover the secrets of a forgotten power that, if unleashed, could lay waste to all civilization. Experience a new level of challenge and choice in this epic tomb raiding adventure.[/b]

For generations, stories have been told of the fearsome weapon of Thor, the Norse god of thunder. Legend holds that Thor’s hammer had the power to smash mountains into valleys and to destroy even the gods. For more than a thousand years it has existed only as a myth...until now. In an ancient ruin on the floor of the Mediterranean Sea, Lara Croft uncovers proof of the Norse underworld and the mythical hammer. As she attempts to unravel the secrets behind these myths, Lara’s perilous journey leads her toward a forgotten power that, if unleashed, could lay waste to all civilization.

• Master your surroundings: Reach new heights with the broadest range of acrobatic abilities and utilize objects within the environment to uncover new paths to explore.

• Explore epic and unknown worlds: Discover ancient mysteries of the underworld hidden within the coast of Thailand, frozen islands of the Arctic Sea, the jungles of Mexico, and more.

• Treacherous and unpredictable challenges: Each level is an elaborate multi-stage puzzle masked within an interactive environmental playground offering more flexibility over how the area is solved.

• New state-of-the-art gear: Utilize the latest technology in Lara’s upgraded inventory to navigate the world including:

– Multi-purpose grapple: A claw-like device with a high-tension cable designed for climbing, rappelling, performing wall runs and manipulating objects within the environment.

– All-terrain motorbike: A unique vehicle design built to drive on everything from mud to snow and ice.

[b]EXCLUSIVE Wii FEATURES[/b]

Built specifically for the Wii: Level design and environmental challenges are designed to take advantage of the unique capabilities of the Wii Remote and Nunchuk. Exclusive Multi-Tool: Excavate hidden secrets with this modernized and expanded tool kit that includes:

– Compressed Air Gun: A high-powered instrument used to clear away dirt or silt.

– Acetylene Torch: An advanced, multipurpose torch used to weld metal objects, set fire to objects, and melt ice.

– Chisel: Pry apart objects or chip away sediment in order to discover hidden secrets.

– Pliers: Extract elements from ancient devices.

• Exclusive Active Aim Combat System: The combat system has been enhanced for more fluid character control and more precise aiming with the Wii Remote and Nunchuk.

• Expanded Camera Control: Take more control of the camera using the Wii Remote. If the Wii Remote is not pointed at the screen, the camera will follow Lara automatically. If it is pointed at the screen, the game will enter a "free look" mode***
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The Conduit Sega (High Voltage Software)2009In a fictional near future, Washington D.C. is shaken by several strange events resulting in heightened local and national tensions. John Adams, the enigmatic leader of a shadow organization known as the Trust, realizes that the nation's capital has come under attack by an alien race called the Drudge. A former Secret Service agent, codenamed "Mr. Ford", is recruited to learn the origins of this attack. The answer Mr. Ford finds is not the one he expects.

The Conduit is a fast-paced action First Person Shooter (FPS) set in the near-future of a fictional America. Players battle enemy forces in a highly detailed 3D world using a dynamic control scheme only possible on the Wii.

Features:

• "Next-Gen" Visuals – Dynamic environment mapping, interactive water with real time reflection, and four stage texture composition including gloss, diffuse, and bump mapping all make this the best looking game on the Wii

• Fearsome Enemies – A vast number of terrifying alien creatures work against you as you attempt to prevent the invasion

• Intelligent Behavior – Enemies make use of human-like behavior in combat including use of cover and tactical thinking

• Intense Weaponry – Unleash destruction with a huge arsenal of human and alien weaponry that utilizes the innovative Wii controller for unique firing modes

• Secrets Revealed – Use a device called the All Seeing Eye (ASE) to reveal concealed objects and enemies, providing a deeper level of puzzle solving

• Full peripheral support - Nintendo's new Wii Speak & Wii MotionPlus
[Sega]***The Conduit is an exciting new First Person Action / Adventure Game that's been built from the ground up to take full advantage of the Wii's unique capabilities. Utilizing High Voltage Software's own proprietary Quantum 3 graphics engine, The Conduit will unlock the full graphical capabilities of Nintendo's hardware to create awe inspiring visuals.
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NyxQuest: Kindred Spirits  Over the Top Games2009Fly with Nyx in her dangerous search for her dearest friend Icarus. With NYXQUEST: KINDRED SPIRITS you will discover a new type of game play and mechanics that will surprise you...

The action takes place in ancient Greece, a place inhabited by all kind of fantastic creatures, where the fate of humans is in the hands of capricious Gods.

Through impressive sceneries, you will guide Nyx in her icarian quest, and will enjoy the ultimate Wii™ experience: the joy of flight!.

¡But be careful! These surroundings are dangerous for celestial beings. Without your help she will not be able to complete her task. Protect and guide her flight, and take advantage of the incredible powers that gods such as Zeus or Eolus will grant...if you figure out how to reach them!
"An exciting epic in which you will be able to rise and fly, cast rays, transform the sceneries, remove obstacles and achieve with Nyx all her might."

FEATURES
- New gameplay mechanics taking full advantage of the Wii Remote™. You will be able to invoke the powers of the gods and move platforms, cast rays and control winds while pointing your Wii Remote to the screen . An interaction as never seen before!
- A game for one or two players. Play with a friend and maximize your abilities, while one controls Nyx, the other will control the powers from the Gods.
- Charming graphics that take full advange of Wii™ technology.
- A fascinating story. ¿Will you be able to help Nyx discover what happened to her friend Icarus?***Cooperative multiplayer has one player controlling Nyx and the other cotrolling the magic of the Gods (normally both are controlled by the same player).
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Mini Ninjas Eidos Interactive (IO Interactive)2009Prepare yourself for a Ninja adventure like you have never seen before! Join Hiro, the smallest hero on the biggest adventure, as he embarks on an epic and electrifying quest to restore harmony to a world on the brink of chaos. Use your skills and mighty Ninja training to battle a magical army of evil Samurai. Harness the power of your Kuji magic and utilise the special skills of your Mini Ninja friends as you travel through a perilous world to reach the final confrontation with the Evil Samurai Warlord in his Fortress of Doom. labelimagesubject
Shrek Forever After Activision (XPEC)2010 labelimageminimize
Red Steel 2 Ubisoft (Ubisoft Paris)2010Red Steel 2 returns with an artistic style and flair created just for Wii. Set in a desert-bound, high-tech metropolis, Red Steel 2 promises to be a revolution in the action-fighting genre, taking full advantage of the capabilities of the Wii MotionPlus accessory. Your movements are faithfully replicated on-screen, putting the emphasis on swinging, shooting and fun! With the ability of the Wii MotionPlus to sense the strength of a swing, you will literally be able to make an impact on your adversaries through power and precision. labelimagesubject
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Nintendo (Nintendo EAD)2011
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[104]***This Zelda game features an interface designed arround the Wii MotionPlus. The sword follows the wiimote movements, realistic bow and arrow operation. This necessitates the player selecting left or right handedness for Link for the first time. The development team was a blend of current and past Zelda developers, including Shigeru Miyamoto. Graphics are a combination of style from Wind Waker and Twilight princess and have an impressionist feel inspired by Paul Cézanne's works.

[b]Story[/b]
This time Links comes from the heavens down to rid the world below of enemies. The origin of the Master Sword is explained. The Sword is associated with a feminine artificial being. This game is pre-Gannon and takes place before Ocarina of Time and possibly before any other official Zelda game.
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