Nintendo Download: 30th December (North America)


Hollow 2
Image: Forever Entertainment

The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it’s bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region… Er…, actually ‘galore’ might be generous in the extreme this week. In fact, it’s the first time we’ve managed to fit the entire roster into the strapline above. Hey, it’s that inter-holiday idle week where most everyone’s on vacation — playing video games, we hope! They certainly aren’t releasing many of ’em.

The big Indie World sale is still running at the time of writing, though, so plenty to dip into that isn’t brand-spanking new. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy!

Switch eShop – New Releases

Deathsmiles I?II (City Connection, 30th Dec, $39.99) – An angel runs through the sky of tragedy Gothic horror shooting revival. Deathsmiles is a side-scrolling shoot ’em up game set in the alternate world of Gilverado, where girls known as “Angels” take center stage. The game features an exotic world imbued with gothic horror themes, adorable character designs, and intuitive controls that will keep you coming back for more. – Read our Deathsmiles I?II review

Hollow 2 (Forever Entertainment, 30th Dec, $19.99) – In Hollow 2, exploring and surviving won’t be enough to learn your past and unravel all secrets. With re-designed, fast and friendly mechanics, you will be forced to purge abandoned station in order to reach your goal. Use all weapons and tools you will find to make sure, that not even a single wanton can stand between you and the truth. Run, fight, hide, explore… do your best to destroy Shakhter-One once and forever! If that is even possible…

Pawn of the Dead (Forever Entertainment, 30th Dec, $9.99) – Pawn of the Dead is a 3D game based on chess, in the style of Battle Chess. As Leonard the King of the White Kingdom, you have to defend your land against the marching army of the undead. With a help of your Queen Elona, the bravest warrior in the realm, you must overcome the threat. During your quest, you will face a sinister reflection you forgot a long time ago… Explore the storyline through animated cinematics and complete the campaign mode which consists of 64 levels – or pick a side and play against a friend!

So that’s your lot for this week’s North American Nintendo Download. Go on, be a sport and drop a vote in the poll above, and comment below with your hot picks! Yep, all three of ’em.