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Dragon Fantasy: The Black Tome of Ice will release for both Wii U and 3DS on May 26, Choice Provisions and Muteki have announced.

The Black Tome of Ice is a follow-up to Dragon Fantasy: The Volumes of Westeria. That RPG came to both of Nintendo’s platforms last July.

Here’s a new trailer for Dragon Fantasy: The Black Tome of Ice:

And an overview:

Join Ogden and the heroes of Westeria in this classic JRPG epic, Dragon Fantasy: The Black Tome of Ice. Travel through the frozen wastelands of Tundaria, experiencing action-packed battles without random encounters, using spatially aware Area-of-Effect attacks and power moves. Travel by pirate ship, defending against enemies in thrilling ship-to-ship rock monster combat! Defeat oncoming hordes of demons and huge bosses that threaten the entire world of Dragon Fantasy!

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This week’s North American Nintendo Downloads are as follows:

Wii U Download

Chompy Chomp Chomp Party – $11.99
PixelJunk Monsters – $9.99
Sweetest Thing – $6.99

Wii Download for Wii U

PokePark Wii: Pikachu’s Adventure – $19.99

Wii U DLC

Minecraft: Wii U Edition – Super Mario Mash-Up Pack – Nintendo is partnering with Mojang and Microsoft to bring the imaginative worlds of the Super Mario series and Minecraft together as a free update for those who own the Minecraft: Wii U Edition game. For the first time ever, players will be able to fend off blocky Hammer Bros. and Dry Bones the same way they do Creepers and Zombies.

3DS Download

Digger Dan DX – $0.99

New 3DS Virtual Console

Contra III: The Alien Wars – $7.99

3DS DLC

Hyrule Warriors Legends Master Wind Waker Pack – Download this new DLC in the Hyrule Warriors Legends game for only 99 cents to receive 16 new Fairy Costume pieces, the “Master” Wind Waker map for Adventure Mode and one new adventure battle scenario. You can also purchase the Hyrule Warriors Legends Season Pass for $14.99 to receive all DLC packs as they become available.

Fire Emblem Fates – New DLC Maps: III: The Changing Tide – Shiro’s wounded band must seize an opportunity. Part 3 of Heirs of Fate is now available for $1.99.

Fire Emblem Fates – Map Pack 2 DLC – Across dimensions, other versions of the Hoshidan and Nohrian children are under attack. Born and raised in the Deeprealms, these fledgling warriors must now rise up to save themselves and their parents as they unravel the mystery of their adversaries. In this six-map series, units leveled up in the main game cannot lend support. Devise a strategy using a fresh team and reap the rewards, but only if all of your units survive. You can receive all six maps as they are released by purchasing Map Pack 2 for only $7.99.

eShop Sales

Wii U / 3DS

– Funfair Party Games (Nintendo 3DS), Joe’s Diner (Wii U) and more games from JoinDots are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on May 26.

Wii U

– Shadow Puppeteer is more than 30 percent off (reduced from $14.99 to $9.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 8.
– STEEL RIVALS is more than 25 percent off (reduced from $6.99 to $4.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on May 26.

3DS

– Sweet Memories-Blackjack, Brunch Panic and more games from CIRCLE Entertainment are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 9.
– Nano Assault EX is 25 percent off (reduced from $9.99 to $7.49) until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 9.
– Epic Word Search Collection is 25 percent off (reduced from $7.99 to $5.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 2.
– Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2: Record Breaker is more than 35 percent off (reduced from $39.99 to $24.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on May 30.
– Snow Moto Racing 3D is 50 percent off (reduced from $7.99 to $3.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on May 26.
– Classic Games Overload: Card & Puzzle Edition is 50 percent off (reduced from $29.99 to $14.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 6.
– Tiny Games – Knights & Dragons is more than 30 percent off (reduced from $2.99 to $1.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 2.

Source: Nintendo PR

The new FAST Racing Neo update is now available. As listed in Wii U’s Download Management, it should clock in at 124MB.

In terms of functionality, there’s now a mini map for all tracks. Shin’en has improved loading speed for a number of the courses as well. Online, you can now choose a preferred speed league and stability has been improved.

Thanks to Cameron and NinImpactGaming for the tip.

Another Wii download will be joining the Wii U eShop in North America this week. Starting tomorrow, PokePark Wii: Pikachu’s Adventure will be available.

An overview from Nintendo’s site reads:

Dive into a world of adventure in PokéPark Wii: Pikachu’s Adventure. Compete in a variety of exciting Attractions using the Wii Remote controller. Try to beat your high score in each challenge! Interact with and befriend some Pokémon by defeating them in Skill Games. Once you befriend a Pokémon, you can compete in certain Attractions with them.

PokePark Wii: Pikachu’s Adventure will be priced at $19.99.

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Update: Now confirmed for North America as well with launch discount:



Next week, Futuridium EP Deluxe will be making its way to the Wii U eShop in Europe. A listing on the digital store reveals a May 26 release date and €9.99 price point.

Here’s a trailer:

There’s no word yet on when Futuridium EP Deluxe will be out in North America, but it shouldn’t be too far behind.

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We’re taking one last look at the new Super Mario Mash-Up Pack in Minecraft: Wii U Edition. Here’s the latest gameplay:

As in Europe, PixelJunk Monsters is launching in North America this week. A listing on the Wii U eShop confirms the game for Thursday. You’ll be able to pick it up for $9.99.

Reptilian Rebellion came out on the European Wii U eShop earlier this month. For a look at the game, view the video below.

A new Minecraft: Wii U Edition has gone live. After applying the patch, the Super Mario Mash-Up Pack is made available. You should only need about 70MB to download the update.

We don’t have the full patch notes, so it’s unclear if there’s any other additions/changes other than the Super Mario Mash-Up Pack. If we hear anything, we’ll let you know.

A couple of new titles are coming to the Japanese eShop on May 25. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital downloads:

Wii U Virtual Console

Mario Kart DS (DS, 950 yen)
Sonic Advance 3 (GBA, 702 yen)
Gradius 2 (MSX, 823 yen)

3DS Download

Fushigina Ten Tsunagi 3D – 800 yen

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