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Nintendo Download for 7/6/2017: Kirby blasts and Rabbids rave...or something

by: Russell - posted: 7/6/2017 7:11:00 PM
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It's been a while since I've come up with a witty Nintendo Download title so I'm a bit out of practice. Anyway, this week's Nintendo Download features Kirby and the Rabbids.  First off, Kirby enters the third dimension on the 3DS...again...but differently this time. In Kirby's Blowout Blast you'll inhale enemies and blow them away in an interesting 3D perspective. Looking at the screen shot it looks interesting, but I'm also a sucker for a good Kirby game so this might be one to check out.

Over on the Wii U side of things we have Rayman Raving Rabbids hitting the Virtual Console. Rayman Raving Rabbids is essentially a collection of seventy-five mini-games that originally came out back in 2006 on the Wii, PS2, and PC, while the Xbox 360 version came out in early 2007. I've seen friends play it on the Wii and it looks pretty entertaining, so if goofy mini-games are your thing, you'll likely get a kick out of this one.

Check out the official press release for more info including updates for Fire Emblem Heroes and current deals in the eShops.

Nintendo Download: Have a Blast with Kirby!

REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following featured content:

Kirby is ready for action in a whole different dimension - the third dimension! (Photo: Business Wir ...

Kirby is ready for action in a whole different dimension - the third dimension! (Photo: Business Wire)

  • Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS
    • Kirby’s Blowout Blast – Kirby is ready for action in a whole different dimension – the third dimension! Have a blast inhaling foes and blowing them away in 3D environments across 25+ stages. Inhale enough enemies and you can launch one huge Blaster Bullet capable of wiping out a troop of Waddle Dees. Now’s your chance to battle iconic bosses like Kracko Jr. and King Dedede in 3D!
  • Wii Retail on Wii U
    • Rayman Raving Rabbids – Hordes of crazed, out-of-control bunnies have invaded, enslaving Rayman and forcing him to participate in gladiator-style trials. Help Rayman win his freedom back by entertaining and outwitting these furry foes. Use the most hilarious fighting moves imaginable, run races on animals, fight in the arena or mesmerize the bunnies with your dance moves. You can even milk pigs or engage in plunger-shooting madness! The possibilities for fun are endless.

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  • A free, new update to the Fire Emblem Heroes mobile game is here! Update version 1.5.0 features two new modes, adding Chain Challenge and Squad Assault to the Story Maps. Be sure to check out the following three special events, which are coming soon:
    • Bound Hero Battle – A new type of Hero Battle has been added to Special Maps. Heroes who share a special connection are waiting for you to challenge them. Alm and Celica from the Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia game are available on Special Maps until 11:59 p.m. PT on July 12.
    • Tempest Trials – Resonating Fangs – Available from 12:01 a.m. PT on July 7 through 11:59 p.m. PT on July 20, this is the second Tempest Trials event, drawing from Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia. It promises fierce battles featuring Alm and Celica and their allies.
    • Special Hero Summoning Event – Ylissean Summer – Going on now through 11:59 p.m. PT on July 31, popular Heroes from the Fire Emblem Awakening game (Robin, Frederick, Tiki and Gaius) appear in swimsuits. These Special 5-star Heroes have new skills related to their new summer looks.

Also new this week:

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