Nintendo Download: 12/21/09

DSiWare: Uno, 800 Nintendo Points

It’s the popular card game Uno, now in digital and (more) portable form. In addition to "exciting" and unspecified new rules, you can play multiplayer locally or over the internet.

DSiWare: Dragon’s Lair, 800 Nintendo Points

This hand-drawn game from Don Bluth (The Land Before Time, An American Tail, The Secret Of Nimh) places itself within the genres of "arcade" and "adventure". You are Dirk the Daring, who hopes to rescue the princess from the evil dragon, by exploring a castle enchanted by a wizard. While the plot is generic enough, not a whole lot is revealed about the gameplay.

DSiWare: Hot And Cold: A 3D Hidden Object Adventure, 800 Nintendo Points

What you see here is pretty much what you get with Hot And Cold. You’re on the lookout for the lost stuff of your friends, and a voice in your head tells you if you’re getting warmer or colder. The press release promises a bit of mystery in the story as well.

DSiWare: High Stakes: Texas Hold ‘Em, 500 Nintendo Points

It’s Texas Hold ‘Em poker in this game, which advertises that newcomers and veterans will be able to play together. The No Limit rule set is in play here, as you play with people across the country via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.

DSiWare: myNotebook: Green, 200 Nintendo Points

See myNotebook: Blue.

WiiWare: Eco Shooter: Plant 530, 1,000 Nintendo Points

This light-gun-style shooter has a distinctly green theme to it. The alien race of Cannoids have brought Earth’s discarded cans to life, and it’s up to you to properly recycle these monsters and save the planet. Keep an eye on your ammo, as it acts as your health as well. For high scores, go for big combos.

WiiWare: TV Show King 2, 800 Nintendo Points

This sequel to the WiiWare launch title includes over 8,000 questions sorted into 12 categories, and you can make up your own as well. Play multiplayer locally or online.

WiiWare: Pallurikio, 1,000 Nintendo Points

You are Rusty, a boy who’s been transported to a mysterious new world, and you assume the form of the round, titular Pallurikio. You’ll use the Wii Remote to roll and bounce your way through over 50 levels with realistic physics, as well as collectible cards and space ships.

WiiWare: Happy Holidays Christmas, 500 Nintendo Points

This title lets you keep up with friends over the holidays. You can create your own greeting cards and send them to players in your Address Book.

Nintendo 64: Super Smash Bros., 1,000 Nintendo Points

This game does not need any introduction. This revolutionary and entertaining fighter pits twelve classic Nintendo characters in fast-paced, partially unpredictable combat. Play by yourself in Classic mode, or make it a party with four-player carnage.

Arcade: Ninja Gaiden, 600 Nintendo Points

You are an expert ninja, entering the concrete jungle to take on waves and waves of enemies from an assassination syndicate. Use the three-button controls to execute powerful attacks as you progress through levels influenced by both Japanese and American culture, and parodies thereof.

I’ve been waiting for the arrival of the original Super Smash Bros. I think it may be my favorite in the series, to be frank. Simple and fun.