2007 [some 2008] Guide to Wii Gaming!

[Homesrfan]

Well, the holidays are coming up... and you are probably trying to figure out what to ask for and what to get for Christmas. This to pick the best possible titles that interest you this holiday season.

Platformers
Super Mario Galaxy

Release Dates
Europe: November 16, 2007
USA: November 12, 2007

Description
It's simple... if you have a Wii, you must get this game. Seriously, I'm not kidding. Mario's newest adventure takes place in space and it's beautiful! Waggle the wiimote to attack and point at items to collect as you explore planets in the galaxy.

Videos
1, 2, 3, 4

Dewy's Adventure

Release Dates
Europe: 2007
USA: September 25, 2007

Description
The evil Don Hedron has descended upon the peaceful forest with Black Water and it's up to Dewy, a small droplet of water, to eliminate the terrible scourge and save the towering Elder Tree. Take control of Dewy using the Wii Remote, rolling him around the environment and using special elemental powers with unique gesture-based controls to take on the dastardly forces of Don Hedron. Control heat and cold to transform Dewy into ice and steam to solve puzzles and restore a beautiful world of peace!

Videos
1, 2, 3

NiGHTS: Journey of Dreams

Release Dates
Europe: November 2007
USA: Q4 2007

Description
The follow-up to the classic Sega's Saturn game, built for play with the innovative Wii Remote to allow gamers to experience a heightened sense of gliding, spiraling, and looping through a variety of mystical dream worlds packed with high-flying adventure. As a fantasy jester called NiGHTS, players will fly through Nightopia, a rich and vibrant world where dreams come to life. Players must find inventive ways to confront the "Nightmarens" from the neighboring dark world of Nightmare using amazing acrobatic skills, freedom of flight, and other special abilities to protect Nightopia. NiGHTS: Journey of Dreams is an adventure filled with courage, hope and inspiration.

Videos
1, 2, 3

Adventure/Exploration

Metroid Prime 3

Release Dates
Europe: October 26, 2007
USA: August 27, 2007

Description
Metroid Prime 3 is the end of the awesome trilogy. If you have ever played the first ones, and even if you haven't... get this game. The controls are excellent and the graphics and art styles are awesome as well as the boss fights.

Videos
1, 2, 3

Tomb Raider: Anniversary

Release Date
Europe: 2007
USA: November 13, 2007

Description
Created with an advanced version of the engine used for Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend, the gameplay mechanics, artificial intelligence and level puzzles of Tomb Raider: Anniversary are now more refined, in-depth and complex. Now fans can explore the original adventure on a much grander scale, while enjoying the elements which made the original such a success.

Videos
1

Fighters

Super Smash Brothers Brawl

Release Date
Europe: 2008 ()
USA: December 3, 2007

Description
Smash Brothers is back on Wii! Now with a robust single player mode and rumored online play with brand new... EVERYTHING!

Videos
1, 2, 3

Shooters

Medal of Honor: Heroes 2

Release Dates
Europe: 2007
USA: November 6, 2007

Description
It's June 6th, 1944, and the war is in your hands. Step into the boots of OSS Operative John Berg and infiltrate Normandy from behind enemy lines to undermine the Nazi regime.Choose to tackle all-new missions in traditional single player campaign or engage in massive, 32-player online, continuous-joining multiplayer battles where you can jump into the battle at any time.

Videos
None

Ghost Squad

Release Dates
Europe: 2007
USA: Q4 2007

Description
Based on the action-packed arcade game, Ghost Squad puts you in a a squad of three others as you traverse three different mission areas each comprised of multiple levels, unlocking 25 high-powered weapons as you progress. Within each level there are a series of selectable alternate routes that will provide the gamer with increasing challenges as enemies attack from unexpected places. Weapon selection is varied across a wide array of weapon types ranging from machine guns, submachine guns, pistols, sniper rifles, shotguns, and even crossbows.

Videos
1

Resident Evil: Umbrella Chronicles

Release Dates
Europe: November 30, 2007
USA: November 2007

Description
The first Resident Evil game for the Wii, Umbrella Chronicles takes place from the first person as your characters move through a fully 3D mansion. This action/shooter hybrid reveals the back story behind the fall of the Umbrella Corporation by exploring locations from Resident Evil 0, 1, 2 and 3 as well as new never-before-seen locations, such as Umbrella's stronghold.

Videos
1, 2, 3


I'm going to post the rest in the next post. I'll edit it later because I'm really tired.

[Neversoft]

Nintendo why!? SSBB in 2008, omg.

[Azza]

Nintendo why!? SSBB in 2008, omg.

because the USA version isnt released until 3rd dec 2007
Which is only one lanuage but as we live in Europe for a game to come here they need all the different translations for other countrys, and as it seems such a large game which will proberly have alot of text will be a while until all are translated.

Mario galaxy and SSBB are the main ones there i want =] might get NiGHTS Metroid and resi though =] Seems quite a short list though =]

• i think MySims will be quite good (other hand may not be also i dont know release date)

• Also guitar hero III for Wii migh tbe good aswell =]

• Rayman: Raving Rabbids 2 could be good for mini game worth but may end up being too similar to the first

• Pokemon Battle Revolution like that to be released in europe soon, but i dont know when pfft =[

• I have no idea if the date is right but i have never seen anything about a Wii AC game : http://www.play.com/Games/Wii/4-/343...i/Product.html

• Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles - The Crystal Bearers should be good too =]

Only thing being is alot of the games i have said i have no idea when they are released

Anyway nice list. I think you should do one for the DS as well =]

[Homesrfan]

This is not all the games by far, you guys! I still have a lot to do!

[GommeInc]

I remember Nights, which I believe had 2 names back then in one game: Christmas Nights and Night (or Knight) Nights. I remember unlocking Sonic Really good game back then, the music was good too.

I am getting SSBB and deffinitely Nights, for memories sake.

[Oni]

SSBB, Mario galaxy, Rayman Rabbids 2, Metroid and last but not least Battalion wars 2.

[Homesrfan]

The list isn't over yet, you guys!
Shooters (cont.)

Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition

Release Dates
Already out.

Description
A remake of the blockbuster survival horror game, fourth entry in the Resident Evil universe not only takes players out of the country on a recovery mission but also into the arms of a whole new enemy. As Leon Kennedy, players will explore a town overrun by cultists, mutants and mind-controlled villagers, using the Wii Remote to aim, fire, slash and avoid oncoming adversaries with intuitive motions and movements. Added Wii Remote and Nunchuck support allows players to immerse themselves in the game as never before. This package includes the original game (with tuned-up control for the Wiimote) plus the playable bonus Ada Wong side-story, The Another Order not available in the original GameCube version.

Videos
1, 2, 3
Sports

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 08

Release Dates
Europe: TBA
USA: August 28, 2007

Description
Shoot for the pin with the '08 edition of Tiger Woods PGA Tour for the Nintendo Wii. The all-new Shot Confidence feature tracks your performance on every hole, round, and golf course. Based on key factors, including club selection, hole, lie, and more, dig into past performances with the Confidence Meter to identify strengths and weaknesses before every shot. Players will get to play on the most golf courses ever in Tiger, including the all-new FedExCup championship format. Challenge the greatest PGA Tour pros, including Tiger Woods, John Daly, and Vijay Singh, plus LPGA Tour pros such as Annika Sorenstam, Natalie Gulbis, Christie Kerr, and Morgan Pressel.

Videos
1, 2

FIFA 08

Release Dates
Europe: September 28, 2007
USA: October 9, 2007

Description
The whole family can play FIFA Soccer 08 on the Wii with a flick of the wrist. Play the traditional and authentic way or in a new party mode called Footii Party with Ronaldinho where you can play Juggling, Table Soccer or Boot It with your own Mii characters to unlock a customized Ronaldinho character to take on the champ. The in-game Soccer Academy makes it easy to learn the basic and FreeMotion advanced controls in more than 30 interactive tutorials, or let the game give you an assist with EA Sports Family Play. EA's award-winning Interactive Leagues online play is also featured.

Videos
1, 2

Mario Strikers Charged

Release Dates
Already out.

Descriptions
Mario and friends once again take to the pitch in this second entry in the soccer series. Players form an original team by combining one of 12 captains with three of eight sidekicks before competing in one of the game's many modes. Anything goes in Mario Strikers Charged, as players are allowed to use a variety of special abilities to clinch important goals. Each captain has his or her own set of skills and super abilities, as well as the ability to perform special shots called Mega Strikes, where the iron ball splits into five balls and flies at the goal. The defending player must use the Wii Remote to target and aim at and shoot these balls out of the air before conceding a goal. Each of the stadiums in Mario Strikers Charged has various characteristics and contraptions, which influence game play. Players must learn to use this to their advantage to truly dominate the pitch.

Videos
http://media.wii.ign.com/media/846/846913/vids_1.html

Madden

Release Dates
Already out.

Descriptions
American football with online play and party mode.

Videos
http://media.wii.ign.com/media/868/868496/vids_1.html

Super Swing Golf 2

Release Date
Europe: TBA
USA: November 1, 2007

Description
Swing into the action with your favorite characters as they return to the island to challenge new courses with all new story and tournament modes. New multiplayer modes have been introduced to keep the party going with friends and family. With completely new customizations, costumes, and secrets, Super Swing Golf Season 2 is a true hole-in-one!

Videos
None

We Love Golf

Release Date
Europe: TBA
USA: TBA 2007

Description
From the original designers of the Hot Shots series, We Love Golf has cute style characters and colorful visuals, but still promises realistic and enjoyable golf gameplay. Camelot is making full use of the Wiimote's motion sensing capabilities to give players the feeling that they're actually swinging a golf club. The result of your swing is affected by more than just the way in which you swing the Wiimote. The combination of buttons that you hold when gripping the Wiimote also results in a variety of shot types. You can achieve draw and fade shots and add backspin based on how you hold and swing the controller.

Videos
None

NBA Live 08

Release Date
Europe: October 5, 2007
USA: October 9, 2007

Description
The 2007 game of EA's hoops sim, designed with a new development philosophy that drives gameplay and feature innovation. When the game is on the line and the ball is in your hands, what will you do? Will you penetrate the lane and rise above the rim for a monster slam, or find an opening around the perimeter and sink the game-winning basket? Jump in on the NBA action with EA SPORTS Family Play that gives every user the opportunity to enjoy success in NBA Live 08. You control your team’s shooting, passing, and steals on defense with the Wii remote, and leave the rest up to the AI. If you're already a pro, use both the Wii remote and nunchuck for more advanced controls.

Videos
http://media.wii.ign.com/media/826/826440/vids_1.html

[Stitch]

I'll have a wii by the time super smash bros. brawl comes out! can't wait

I read on pokecharms.com pokemon battle revolution comes out in europe 7th december 07

[Homesrfan]

Here's a list of all games with online features. I hope I don't forget any.

Guitar Hero III (Online Play) (Possibly Downloadable Content, probably not)
NiGHTS: Journey of Dreams (Item Sharing) (Realtime Weather) (Online Multiplayer Rumored)
Pokemon Battle Revolution (Online Play)
Dewy's Adventure (Level Sharing)
Metroid Prime 3: Corruption (Voucher Sharing for Extra Content)
Mario Strikers Charged (Online Play) (Online Leaderboards)
Super Smash Brothers Brawl (Online Play Rumored)
Medal of Honor: Heroes 2 (32 Online Multiplayer) (No Friend Codes)
Endless Ocean (Online Co-op)
Geometry Wars: Galaxies (Online Leaderboards)
Trauma Center: New Blood (Online Leaderboards)
Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games (Unknown, Probably Online Play and Leaderboards)
Elebits (Level Sharing)
Madden 08 (Online Play) (No Friend Codes)
Madden 07 (Realtime Weather)
FIFA 08 (Online Play) (No Friend Codes)
NBA Live 08 (Online Play) (No Friend Codes)
Ghost Squad (Unknown, Probably Online Leaderboards)
We Love Golf (Online Play Rumored)
Nitrobike (6 Player Online Mutliplayer)
Mario Kart Wii (Online Multiplayer)
Battalion Wars II (Online Multiplayer/Co-op)
Soul Calibur Legends (Downloadable Content Rumored awhile ago, probably not there)
Worms: A Space Odyssey (Online Play)
Red Steel 2 (Online Play)
Animal Crossing Wii (Online Play Rumored)
Brain Age: Wii Degree (Score Sharing)