So, you got your hands on a shiny, new Nintendo Points Card or eShop card, but what the heck do you use it on? Never fear, IGN is here to help. Peruse this week's Nintendo downloads and decide for yourself which titles are worth the points (hint: Donkey Kong is one of them).
Nintendo eShop
Donkey Kong
Publisher: Nintendo
Price: $3.99
The Game Boy version of the classic arcade game returns! Donkey Kong has once again kidnapped Pauline. Challenged by many perils, Mario must reach his arch rival in order to save the damsel in distress. As the plumber makes his way through a series of platforms while jumping and dodging obstacles, he will also need to gather disappearing keys to unlock doors to hidden rooms.
Donkey Kong will stop at nothing to confuse and trap our hero. Help guide Mario as he journeys to the top. With 10 stages and 100 tricky levels to solve, it is a long trek to the final confrontation.
Virtual Console
Mega Man 5
Publisher: Capcom
Price: 500 Wii Points
Protoman has gone berserk! Destroying half the city was not enough. Now, he has kidnapped Dr. Light and is holding him and the entire city hostage. Speeding to the rescue is Mega Man and his modified Mega Buster, but eight of Protoman's cybernetic soldiers plan to send Mega Man to the scrap heap for good.
Feel the weight of the world on your shoulders as you battle Gravity Man. Chip away at the rock-life defenses of Stone Man and bring him crumbling down. Hit the surf and sail up against the tidal power of Wave Man! Guide Mega Man through 13 action-packed stages and defeat all eight of Protoman's robots, then get ready for the fight that pits brother against brother in the battle of the century!
WiiWare
Snail Mail
Publisher: Sandlot Games
Price: 600 Wii Points
Guide Turbo the Snail as he rushes to deliver Intergalactic mail to the farthest reaches of the universe in Snail Mail, a fast-paced racing adventure for WiiWare. Navigate 50 adrenaline-packed levels of high-speed action in Postal mode, put your stamina to the test in the infinite levels of Challenge mode, or go for the fastest delivery time in Time Trials. Up to four friends can challenge each other in multiplayer mode. Strap yourself in and take off on an interstellar joy ride.
DSiWare
Gold Fever
Publisher: TikGames, LLC
Price: 500 DSi Points
Take a trip back in time to explore the great American Gold Rush in this arcade puzzle game. Flip coins to make matches of three or more as you mine your way to Gold Country. Gold Fever will challenge even the most dedicated puzzle players with its power-ups and increasingly challenging game boards. Enjoy 160 strike-it-rich levels while discovering new power-ups, coins and challenges as you progress.
Zimo: Mahjong Fanatic
Publisher: Agetec
Price: 200 DSi Points
Finally, mahjong that isn't a simple match-two game. Zimo: Mahjong Fanatic is much more than a simple matching game. Zimo uses real mahjong rules with an innovated game play that will challenge your timing, skill and luck.
Hidden Photo
Publisher: Subdued Games
Price: 500 DSi Points
Hidden Photo tests your powers of observation with fun brain-twisting challenges. Locate hidden objects, words and faces in a variety of photos, or spot the difference between two photos. Use your Nintendo DSi system's built-in camera to make your world the centerpiece of unique challenges. Unleash your creative talents by snapping photos of yourself, friends, objects, pets or anything in your environment. Hidden Photo will create new puzzles for you to solve and share with your friends. The clock is ticking, so don't admire your photographic genius for too long.
Beach Party Craze
Publisher: Alawar
Price: 800 DSi Points
There's no party like a beach party. Cater to the needs of your sun-kissed clients as you manage every aspect of a swanky coastline getaway. Prepare to serve drinks, rent diving gear, build rides, stock your souvenir store and make sure everyone has a spot near the shore. There are plenty of tasks to keep you busy and earn you money for upgrades. Take on the role of Maria as she tries to outdo her best friend's spiteful ex in a contest to win a job at the resort.
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