Mario Kart 8 DLC PLANNED

Each Add On Content pack will contain two new cups, each with four courses, which, in total, increases the number of available courses by 50 percent. The Add On Content packs include classics like Wario’s Gold Mine from Mario Kart Wii, as well as new courses, some taking place in the worlds of The Legend of Zelda and Animal Crossing. New vehicles will also arrive with each pack, including the Blue Falcon kart representing the F-Zero franchise in the first pack.

Mario Kart 8 Pack 1 - Released: November 2014, $7.99 or $11.99 for both packs
Pack 1 includes:

• 3 Characters: Tanooki Mario, Cat Peach, Link
• 4 Vehicles
• 8 Courses

Mario Kart 8 Pack 2 - Released: May 2015, $ 7.99 or $11.99 for both packs
Pack 2 includes:

• 3 Characters: Villager, Isabelle, Dry Bowser
• 4 Vehicles
• 8 Courses

As a bonus for purchasing both packs for only $11.99 - as a bundle or separately - you can get eight different-coloured Yoshis and eight different-coloured Shy Guys that can be used right away.

Japan announces New 3DS and 3DS LL, Coming to US in 2015

NFC, Second Circle Pad, Extra Shoulder Buttons And Improved Screens

The revised hardware will include NFC as standard — for Amiibo support — a second, smaller Circle Pad, additional shoulder buttons and improved 3D viewing angles. The upper screen will also have less blur.

Nintendo has moved the placement of some key features — such as the cartridge slot and existing buttons — and has confirmed that the system will also use MicroSD instead of SD.

It is also suggested that hardware CPU has been improved, with elements such as downloading and Miiverse running faster than on a standard 3DS console

Nintendo's Fall 2014 Press Release

REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Nintendo has prepared a massive lineup of new games and products for the 2014 holiday season. The lineup includes new entries from some of the biggest franchises in gaming, new hardware bundles for Wii U and Nintendo 2DS, and new amiibo interactive figures featuring some of the most iconic characters in the world of video games.

The holiday shopping season begins today for Nintendo fans, as the first 12 amiibo interactive figures become available for pre-order at a suggested retail price of just $12.99 each. The first dozen characters available for pre-order at select retailers are Mario, Peach, Link, Samus, Yoshi, Donkey Kong, Pikachu, Kirby, Fox, Marth, Villager and Wii Fit Trainer, with more on the way in the future.

“Nintendo’s holiday offerings demonstrate a combination of fun franchises and great value,” said Scott Moffitt, Nintendo of America’s executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. “With Wii U and Nintendo 2DS hardware bundles, classic names like Super Smash Bros., Bayonetta and Pokémon, new IP like Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker, and amiibo, everyone will find something to love about Nintendo this holiday season. Whether people are shopping for themselves or they’re prepping their gift lists, Nintendo has them covered.”

Here’s a taste of what Nintendo has on tap for the 2014 holiday season:

• Major Franchises: Nintendo has four games from two of the most well-known franchises launching this year: ◦ Super Smash Bros.: The Wii U game and the first portable game in the series are getting ready for their debuts. Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS launches Oct. 3, with Super Smash Bros. for Wii U following during the holiday season. Fans who register both Wii U and Nintendo 3DS versions of the games with Club Nintendo will receive the Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS & Wii U: Premium Sound Selection, a soundtrack CD packed with music taken from and inspired by the games. More details about this offer will be provided in the future.

Also, in a separate announcement this morning, Nintendo revealed that Shulk from the Xenoblade Chronicles franchise would be a playable character in both games.

◦ Pokémon: Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire for Nintendo 3DS will hit stores and the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS on Nov. 21. Trainers will catch, battle and trade Pokémon as they immerse themselves into a grand tale that draws ever closer to the heart of the secrets behind Mega Evolution and the power of Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre. With beautifully rendered graphics and new challenges to overcome, these games are a true evolution in the Pokémon series.

• Interactive amiibo Figures: Nintendo’s foray into the toys-to-life category starts today, with the first 12 amiibo figures available to pre-order from select retailers. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U, which launches this holiday season, will be the first game with full integration of amiibo functionality. Other games that will support amiibo include Mario Kart 8, Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker, Mario Party 10 and Yoshi’s Woolly World, with more to come. More details on amiibo functionality with the various games and a launch date will be revealed shortly.

• Bayonetta 2: The witch is back on Oct. 24. The game features over-the-top battles with wild weapons that take place in gorgeous set pieces. A new snake transformation lets Bayonetta better navigate underwater. The original Bayonetta game, complete with some Nintendo cosplay options for the powerful heroine, comes bundled with the retail packaged version of Bayonetta 2

New Hardware Bundles Available This Fall: Everyone loves a deal. Three new Nintendo hardware bundles are set to deliver more value and more options to holiday shoppers: ◦ Super Mario 3D World Deluxe Set: Starting mid-September, the new Wii U Deluxe Set will include the Wii U console and physical Super Mario 3D World and Nintendo Land games at a suggested retail price of $299.99.

◦ Walmart Exclusive Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Set: In mid-September, Walmart stores nationwide will offer a special-edition Wii U bundle that includes the console along with physical Mario Kart 8 and Nintendo Land games at a suggested retail price of $299.99. This exclusive bundle will be available while supplies last.

◦ New Nintendo 2DS Bundles: In early October, three new Nintendo 2DS bundles will hit stores. The new bundles feature the Electric Blue, Crimson Red or Sea Green Nintendo 2DS system along with a code to download Mario Kart 7 from the Nintendo eShop. The bundles will be available at a suggested retail price of $129.99 each.

• Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker: This holiday season, everybody’s favorite intrepid explorer, Captain Toad, stars in his own quest through maze-like mini-universes – only on Wii U. Each little world Captain Toad visits is a unique microcosm filled with tricks to solve, traps to avoid and treasure to find.

• Hyrule Warriors DLC: This mashup of Dynasty Warriors and The Legend of Zelda already includes a large amount of content. Nintendo plans to support the game for the long run with more content to help players expand their adventures even farther. That program kicks off when the game launches on Sept. 26. People who buy the game will receive access to a free download that adds a new mode, a new weapon and the option to select music to add to the Hyrule Warriors experience. As detailed in a recent Nintendo Direct, consumers who pre-order the game at select retailers will receive a free download code for a set of alternate in-game costumes for Link and Zelda. Additionally, anyone who registers the game with Club Nintendo will receive a free download code for a set of alternate costumes for Ganondorf. All of these additional costumes will become available for purchase in the Nintendo eShop in the near future. Further details on timing and pricing will be announced at a later time.

• Pokémon Art Academy: This Nintendo title is coming to stores and the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS on Oct. 24. The game teaches basic and advanced art techniques throughout 40 lessons and encourages artists to draw their favorite Pokémon and bring them to life with a large variety of tools. They can also share their Pokémon masterpieces by posting them to Miiverse, or saving them to the SD Card and printing them out.

• Art Academy (working title): This new entry in the Art Academy franchise is a download-exclusive application that incorporates the touch screen of the Wii U GamePad controller. Users learn, create and share with in-depth step-by-step lessons accessible even to novice artists, using the large Wii U GamePad screen as the canvas. The game is scheduled to launch in 2014.

• Ultimate NES Remix: This new Nintendo 3DS game will be available in stores and in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS on Dec. 5 at a suggested retail price of $29.99. The game features rapid-fire challenges and mashups from a selection of 16 of Nintendo’s finest 8-bit games. Regional online leaderboards will let players see how they stack up against others in their area, and Championship Mode offers a series of challenges from three different games.

• NES Remix Pack: Wii U fans can also get into the 8-bit mix on Dec. 5, with a new game that combines the original NES Remix and NES Remix 2 games for Wii U into one package. NES Remix Pack will be available in stores at a suggested retail price of $29.99. Both NES Remix and NES Remix 2 games remain available in the Nintendo eShop on Wii U for $14.99 each.

• Fantasy Life: Available in stores and in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS on Oct. 24, Fantasy Life lets players become the masters of their destinies as choices they make help determine their own Fantasy Life. Players can easily change their Life Class at any time and experience how each offers a new perspective on the world. Local and online multiplayer options let friends share the adventure, the exploration and the bounty. A downloadable content pack called Origin Island – available for purchase from the Nintendo eShop starting on Oct. 24 – will extend the Fantasy Life adventure even further. Origin Island offers a new area that is home to an ancient culture and powerful enemies, additional story content, new ranks to achieve in Life Classes, access to even more powerful equipment and two new varieties of pets to adopt: birds and dragons.

• Two Deluxe Downloadable Kirby Games: Bounce or battle with two new titles available today at $6.99 each in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS. Dedede’s Drum Dash Deluxe and Kirby Fighters Deluxe are standalone downloadable games that first made an appearance in Kirby: Triple Deluxe, and are now updated with enhanced game-play features. In Dedede’s Drum Dash Deluxe, players move Dedede across the stage, bouncing to the beat in seven new stages exclusive to this downloadable version. In Kirby Fighters Deluxe, players use different copy abilities to defeat all of the arena opponents. This version includes five new stages and a new team battle feature. Players who already own Kirby: Triple Deluxe with StreetPass data will get bonus content in both downloadable games.

• Indie Games: Nintendo loves indie content, and a number of downloadable games exclusive to the Nintendo eShop are on their way this year. ◦ Curve Digital’s Stealth Inc 2 combines the best elements of puzzle solving, action platforming and stealth game play into a game that’s all about hiding in the shadows. The game includes a two-player co-op mode, level editor, off-TV play and Miiverse integration. The game launches for Wii U in the fall.

◦ Swords & Soldiers II is a side-scrolling action strategy game from Ronimo Games launching this holiday season for Wii U. The game includes 20 story missions and lets players buy units, cast spells and build structures to overwhelm enemies on a 2D battleground.

◦ Azure Striker GUNVOLT from Inti Creates launches today exclusively for Nintendo 3DS. Featuring the talents of Keiji Inafune, the creator of the Mega Man series, the game takes the best aspects of Japanese 16-bit classics and updates them with new play mechanics and slick graphics. For a limited time, the game comes with a free digital version of the 8-bit nostalgia-fueled Mighty GUNVOLT as well.

• New Themes for Nintendo 3DS HOME Menu: Following a system update in October, Nintendo will be introducing new Nintendo 3DS HOME menu themes that change the menu background, icons and folders, and music and sound effects. Themes will be available for purchase from a Theme Shop that will be added to the HOME menu. More details will be announced in the future.

• Third-Party Games: More than 60 games from Nintendo’s third-party partners are launching for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS before the end of year, with more great content coming in early 2015. The 2014 list is highlighted by Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric for Wii U and Sonic Boom: Shattered Crystal for Nintendo 3DS from SEGA, which introduce two unique and epic adventures as Sonic and team work together to stop the evil villain Lyric. Players can play as multiple characters, each with his or her own abilities, as they explore, fight and speed through an undiscovered land. Each game features its own individual story and game-play features.

Smash Bros 3DS/Wii U Soundtrack CD Coming to North America, European and Japanese Club Nintendo

If you are a Club Nintendo Member when you register both Super Smash Bros. titles (3DS and Wii U) you will qualify for this limited edition Smash Bros. CD set.

Mario Kart 8 UPDATE (Free DLC)

In order to grab the Mercedes DLC pack, you’ll need to head over to the eShop and select it. Doing this will mean the 2.0 update starts automatically for you, which brings improved features like statistics, an on-screen TV map, as well as a menu showing several future DLC packs, featuring characters like Link. Here’s the full changelog:
Version 2.0

• Displays an in-game shop menu on the main start screen, which will take you through what’s included in the new DLC packs arriving November this year and May 2015.
• The in-game shop menu will also give you access to the Mercedes free downloadable content, if you haven’t already downloaded it from the eShop.
• Displays statistics on the main start page, giving players access to the number of coins they’ve collected, win-loss record play, favorite courses and characters, number of boosts and super boosts, etc.
• Adds the ability to display an on-screen TV map both on the main TV screen and on the GamePad for off-TV play. To enable this feature simply press the select button (or (-) minus button) on your chosen controller.
• Changes the default menu option after a race to select “Next Race” with the “Watch Highlight Reel” following after.
• Enables a system memory function – even when your Wii U is powered down – in order to save your favored vehicle customization.
• Increases the maximum player race or battle rating to 99,999 from 9,999.
• Improves stability for online races and battles, as well a number of other fixes for overall player enjoyment.
• Mercedes DLC pack adds three vehicles, including the Mercedes-Benz GLA, 300 SL Roadster and the Silver Arrow.

Post E3 Thoughts: Nintendo's case for the Wii U Gamepad

Going into E3 (Electronic Entertainment Gaming Expo) this year, Nintendo had a lot to prove about their Wii U game system. Most importantly to prove to the public why their Gamepad is unique and necessary. Rather than a press conference like in the past, Nintendo chose to unveil its E3 news in a Nintendo Digital Event video stream. What was announced was:

YOSHI'S WOOLLY WORLD (2015)

The Yoshi's Island-themed iteration of Kirby Epic Yarn is coming to Wii U in Yoshi's Woolly World. Like Yoshi games before it, you jump on enemies, consume them to create shootable eggs, and exaggeratedly jump across gullies as Yoshi. Everything in the game is made of "woolly" things this time around. The levels are gorgeous and look like real, living worlds, only everything's made of craft store items. Secrets abound, and the textured cloth effect is hidden everywhere. Besides off TV play not much Gamepad usage was mentioned. Amiibo figures will work with this game in 2015.

CAPTAIN TOAD: TREASURE TRACKER (This Holidays)

A highlight of Super Mario 3D World was Toad's puzzle levels, wherein you navigate a twistable 3D maze using a light helmet-wearing Toad. They were a welcome aside, and a notable deviation from the usual Mario formula. Nintendo apparently recognized their excellence as well, awarding Toad his own game -Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker -- and making the puzzles better than ever.

In 3D World, Toad's worlds were limited. In Captain Toad, they range in size dramatically, from the standard-ish 3D cube to a vertical world inside a volcano. On one puzzle, you had to carefully time your movements based on the attacks of a fire-breathing lava monster. On another, you struggled with deciphering the twists and nooks of a floating world. Amiibo figures will work with this game in 2014.

SUPER SMASH BROS. FOR 3DS / WII U (This Holidays)

Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and Super Smash Bros. for 3DS are completely different games.

The controls are different on each and some of the modes are different with the Wii U having Amiibo specific NFC (Near field communication) functionality.

Both versions of Super Smash Bros. are set to arrive this holiday, with the 3DS version launching a bit sooner on October 3.

HYRULE WARRIORS (September 26, 2014)

The folks behind Dynasty/Samurai Warriors were given access to the world of The Legend of Zelda. The result is Hyrule Warriors, a third-person action game that revolves around quickly disposing of large quantities of enemies to achieve an ever-changing set of goals. It's fun, quick, and light. There are plenty of Zelda references embedded, from the loading screen 8-bit animation to the trademark jingle that plays when treasure chests are opened, but this is pretty far from a main series Zelda game.
Hyrule Warriors is fine, but nowhere near the grandeur or delivery of a standard Zelda entry. Sadly, all we have for now is a 2015 window and a brief tease of the actual next series entry from longtime producer Eiji Aonuma.

 

MARIO MAKER (2015)

Nintendo's foray into the world of creation allows players to edit levels using assets found in the original Super Mario Bros. for NES.

The trailer showcases the ability to swap between the 8-bit art style of SMB, as well as the visual style of New Super Mario Bros. U. The visual user interface is reminiscent of Mario Paint for the SNES, even down to the cute flyswatter mechanics.
Mario Maker is set to launch in 2015.

SPLATOON  (2015)

 Splatoon is a team-based third-person shooter which is playable by up to eight players in 4-vs-4 matches. Players control characters known as Inklings, who have the ability to change between human and squid forms. In human form, Inklings are able to shoot colored ink across the game environment, with the player's goal being to have the most territory inked in their team's color before the match ends. Transforming into a squid allows players to swim through ink of their own color, even up walls and through grates, hiding from the enemy and replenishing their ink supply in the process. 

Conversely, enemy ink is much slower to move across in human form. Players can use their ink to try and 'splatter' their opponents, which will send them back to their team's respawn point whilst also providing a large splat of ink.

Players can use the Wii U Gamepad to view a map of the surroundings and instantly launch towards the location of another teammate, as well as use gyroscopic controls to assist with aiming. Along with the standard ink gun, special weapons with limited ammo can be obtained, such as a paint roller, a bazooka, grenades, and a sniper rifle.

ZELDA WII U (2015)

The game is planned to take part in a fully connected overworld, similar to the original The Legend of Zelda video game, with less emphasis on defined entrances and exits to temples and dungeons. Designer Eiji Aonuma stated that this is intended to give players more freedom on how to encounter the game, letting them decide where they want to go and how to get there.

KIRBY AND THE RAINBOW CURSE (2015)

^{The game has you controlling Kirby with the Wii U Game-pad stylus around a world made of clay. This game heavily uses the Wii U Gamepad.}

 

^{BAYONETTA 1 & 2 (Oct. 2014)}

^{Platinum Games showed off Bayonetta 2 and revealed that when your buy the 2nd game you will get the first one remastered with Nintendo costumes and options for Free. True to Platinum games their game features over the top action and adventure with a powerful female witch battling demons and creatures.}

 

^{STARFOX WII U (2015)}

^{Miyamoto showed off Project Robot and Project Guard that were tech demos for ideas he wants to incorporate into the next StarFox game coming to Wii U in 2015. Not much was revealed other than having a strong focus on the gamepad. so hopefully in 2015 you'll be able to do a barrel roll!}

 

^{Overall I thought Nintendo did a fantastic job of conveying why the Wii U is still relevant. My biggest criticism was there wasn't much content for 2014. Smash, Hyrule Warriors, Bayonetta, Sonic Boom and Toad aside don't do much to make a dent in the next 6 months of this Nintendo drought of games. 2015 looks promising but still lacking a new Metroid or a proper 3D Mario.} 

 

^{Smash Bros. just highlights what is missing from the Wii U even more. So many Nintendo franchises that have yet to make the leap to HD deserve to be made. Hopefully we get them sooner rather than later. Because most games are 2015 I am giving Nintendo a "B" for E3 this year.}

^{Hopefully what we have seen is just the beginning.}

Mega Man August

Every Thursday in August Nintendo will be adding a Mega Man classic to the Nintendo Wii U eShop. The original Mega Man Battle Network is available now for console owners.

Fans will be able to pick up the following four titles at some point in August, one game each Thursday. The games are:

• Mega Man 5 (NES)
• Mega Man 6 (NES)
• Mega Man X3 (SNES)
• Mega Man Battle Chip Challenge (GBA)

Originally released on the GameBoy Advance, Mega Man Battle Network allows players to stop cyber war through a simple battle system, not unlike those found in grid-based strategy games, by utilizing powers found in cards and equipment picked up when bosses are defeated.

Players can pick this title up right now on the Nintendo eShop for $8.

Wii U firmware update 5.1.1 U now available

Wii U firmware update 5.1.1 U now available

Released August 4th, 2014

Further improvements to overall system stability and other minor adjustments have been made to enhance the user experience

World of Nintendo Figure Line

Jakks Pacific is going to release a a new series of fully articulated figures to their World of Nintendo line. These include a line of 4″ and 6″ fully articulated Nintendo figures. Included are:
World of Nintendo 4″ Assortment

• Mario
• Link
• Yoshi

World of Nintendo 6″ Assortment

• Bowser
• Donkey Kong

They have a few other items listed, mostly unarticulated figures, Mario Kart racers, etc. But it’s the line of poseable figures that should get fans excited. Prices were not listed, but expect these to be more affordable than Figma or the SH Figuarts Nintendo figures.

The toy line has been spotted at Target. So head over to Target and see if the line of figures have come in. 

Hyrule Warrior Direct PR Release

REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Video game fans will get the chance to play as the baddest bad guy of The Legend of Zelda video game series. Ganondorf, nemesis of Link and aspiring Triforce owner, will become a force to be reckoned with in the upcoming Hyrule Warriors video game, which launches Sept. 26 for the Wii U home console. Nintendo revealed new information about Hyrule Warriors during a Nintendo Direct video. To view the Nintendo Direct in its entirety, visit http://www.nintendo.com/nintendo-direct.

Ganondorf, nemesis of Link and aspiring Triforce owner, will become a force to be reckoned with in the upcoming Hyrule Warriors video game, which launches Sept. 26 for the Wii U home console. (Photo: Business Wire)

Hyrule Warriors combines two classic video game franchises, The Legend of Zelda and Dynasty Warriors, and challenges players to face off against hordes of enemies in epic battles. Some of the information discussed in the Nintendo Direct included:

Adventure Mode: Players are faced with a grid of challenges that looks like the map from The Legend of Zelda on NES. Completing each challenge unlocks a new region of the map, and with it, a new level of Adventure Mode. Certain characters and weapons can only be unlocked in Adventure Mode.

Costumes: Club Nintendo members who buy and register Hyrule Warriors within four weeks of launch will receive a set of alternate Ganondorf costumes as free in-game downloadable content. More details will be made available on http://club.nintendo.com. For certain other characters, Nintendo will make downloadable alternate costumes available as pre-order bonuses from select retailers in North America. Nintendo will announce more information about how to get these cosmetic add-ons in the future.

Playable Characters: In addition to Ganondorf, players can opt to play as various characters from The Legend of Zelda universe. Each character carries his or her own specialty weapons: Link (Hylian Sword), Princess Zelda (Rapier), Impa (Giant Blade), Midna (Shackle), Sheik (Harp), Agitha (Parasol), Darunia (Hammer), Princess Ruto (Zora Scale), Zant (Scimitar), Fi (Goddess Blade), Ghirahim (Demon Blade) and Lana (Book of Sorcery).

Weapons: A Chain Chomp will make a guest appearance as a weapon. As the story advances, new weapons will become available to some characters, such as the Magic Rod for Link, the Baton for Zelda and Spear for Lana. Weapons have special abilities called Skills that increase attack damage, or perhaps increase the chance of finding Hearts. Filling the Focus Spirit magic gauge will temporarily increase a character’s abilities and help to mow down huge numbers of enemies. And Bombchus are back, just bigger and more explosive.

Game Play: Players can level their characters up to increase HP and attack skill, or they can grab materials dropped by defeated monsters to craft Badges to increase a weapon’s number of attacks, create longer combos or extend Focus Spirit time.

Co-Op Mode: Two players can play a local co-op match, with one player looking at the TV and the other looking at the Wii U GamePad controller. Single players can also play on the TV, or using only the GamePad in off-TV play.

Locations: Players will face down hordes of enemies in familiar locations, such as Skyloft from The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, Lake Hylia from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Twilight Field from The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess.

Classic Zelda Elements: Players will recognize items from their favorite Zelda games, including bombs, arrows and a Hookshot. The game is filled with familiar Zelda staples, such as Cuccos, Rupees, Gold Skulltulas and plenty of grass cutting.

For more information about Hyrule Warriors, visit http://zelda.com/hyrule-warriors.

Club Nintendo Digital Rewards Announced For August

• Dr. Mario Express for 3DS eShop: 200 Coins
• Excitebike for Wii U Virtual Console: 200 Coins
• Mario Golf (GBC) for 3DS Virtual Console: 200 Coins
• Nintendo Baseball for 3DS Virtual Console: 150 Coins
• Puzzle League Express for 3DS eShop: 200 Coins
• Star Fox 64 for Wii/Wii U Virtual Console: 250 Coins
• Super Mario Bros. 2 for Wii U Virtual Console: 200 Coins
• Vegas Stakes for Wii/Wii U Virtual Console: 250 Coins

            The titles are available from now until September 7.

Zelda Monopoly Arrives in Stores Next Month

 GameStop has started taking pre-orders for the board game.

The game’s traditional pieces have been replaced with the Bow, Hookshot, Boomerang, Triforce, Shield, and the Ocarina, which will be exclusive to the GameStop edition.

Houses and hotels are now Deku Sprouts and Deku Trees respectively, while Chance cards have become Empty Bottles and the Community Chest a Treasure Chest. Additionally, those who pre-order through GameStop will also receive extra exclusives including a Hyrule Map Lithograph in a Treasure Chest holder, and six Item Power Cards: Goddess, Wind Walker, Minish Cap, Spirit Flute, Phantom Hourglass, and the Ocarina of Time.

The Legend of Zelda Monopoly edition arrives in stores September 15 with a suggested retail price of $39.99.

You can pre-order your Monopoly game now online at
http://www.gamestop.com/toys/monopoly-the-legend-of-zelda-gamestop-exclusive-edition/115791