Bubble Bobble Plus and Clay Fighter added to Wii Shop @ Gaming Target

Written by John Scalzo on May 25, 2009

News: And Nintendo adds another clock to the DSiWare service.

Nintendo does not rest on holidays as five new titles were added to the various Nitendo download services this Memorial Day. The biggest of them is no doubt Clay Fighter, a Genesis one-on-one fighter from the heyday of the genre. Rather than attempting to compete with Mortal Kombat or Street Fighter, it skewered both games with characters made of clay and wacky "Claytalities." Man, the 90s were a good time to be a gamer.

The WiiWare service gets a pair of new games this week and both belong to the "remixed classic" genre: Adventure Island: The Beginning and Bubble Bobble Plus!

Then we get to DSiWare. Gameloft, best known for their cell phone games, brings American Popstar: Road to Celebrity to the service. The game mashes together the music and adventure genres while also working in DSi Camera support. Finally, Nintendo brings another clock (that's two this month) to DSiWare with Photo Clock.

If you want to learn more about these games, see below.

Nintendo DSiWare

American Popstar: Road to Celebrity (Gameloft, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone Ц Comic Mischief, 800 Nintendo DSi Points): This is your enthralling and interactive success story as a young hopeful in the music milieu. The adventure begins when you get the chance to audition at your Hollywood high school. But the road to celebrity isn't an easy one: Your secret crush is also auditioning, and so is your evil rival. This unique mix of music-themed gaming and social adventure will let you show your talents to the world, take your best photo with the Nintendo DSi system's built-in camera and meet lots of people who may help you build your career. You're about to become the greatest pop star in the world. Talk, share activities and be friendly or unfriendly with numerous characters. Customize your character's name and appearance, and develop skills and personality through your actions. Four musical mini-games include Guitar, Singing, Drums and Dance. Record your voice, take your own photos and sign autographs.

Photo Clock (Nintendo, 1 player, 200 Nintendo DSi Points): Photo Clock allows you to enjoy the photos taken with your Nintendo DSi Camera application in a new way. Watch your images appear on the top screen of your Nintendo DSi system according to your chosen display settings (specific photos or all photos; in order or randomly displayed). Select from either an analog or digital clock, using the system's internal clock or offsetting the time however you like. Program up to three alarms Ц with snooze functionality for those who need it Ц and assign them a preset ring or use a sound created in Nintendo DSi Sound. Experience all the enjoyment of a photo album while ensuring you won't lose track of the time.

WiiWare

Bubble Bobble Plus! (Taito, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone Ц Comic Mischief, 600 Wii Points): Bubble Bobble Plus! is a simple yet exhilarating action game where you control the bubble-blowing dragons Bub and Bob, trapping enemies in bubbles and then popping them. You can play all 100 of the Standard Mode rounds, which faithfully recreate the nostalgic arcade game, or try 100 new Arrange Mode rounds, which allow up to four players to play on stages with exciting new features such as new enemies and stage layouts. There are also Super Mode rounds for you to enjoy. Determine the true ending by solving puzzles hidden on each stage to defeat the final boss. In Ranking Mode, players with broadband Internet access can use the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service to compete with players from around the world. Enjoy an additional 100 rounds and face off against new boss characters by purchasing УExpert Mode 1Ф and УExpert Mode 2Ф add-on content.

Adventure Island: The Beginning (Hudson Entertainment, 1-2 players, Rated E for Everyone Ц Cartoon Violence and Comic Mischief, 800 Wii Points): Adventure Island: The Beginning comes to the Wii console with exciting new skills and elements. Learn how to use new skills while exploring Adventure Island from coast to coast. Search for Golden Melons hidden throughout the stages and mini-games. When obtaining Golden Melons, you'll be able to purchase various items to help you on your adventure. These items can increase your attack power or enable you to reach places you couldn't get to before. Fulfill certain requirements while playing in any of the modes to achieve a УMaster Higgins FeatФ and you'll be awarded a Master Higgins costume.

Virtual Console

Clay Fighter (Sega Genesis, 1-2 players, Rated T for Teen Ц Comic Mischief and Mild Cartoon Violence, 800 Wii Points): In this zany 2-D fighter, it's just another day for a humble traveling circus troupe when a meteor crash-lands in their camp. The otherworldly orb, made entirely out of interstellar clay, contaminates all the circus employees, turning them into bizarrely superpowered versions of themselves. Choose from among the unique clay creatures, such as Bonker, the cheerfully manic clown, or Blue Suede Goo, the mild-mannered Elvis impersonator turned violent vocalist. Master their УClaytalities,Ф like the operatic Helga's deadly high note and Bad Mr. Frosty's fists of snowball fury!