1. Mario Kart 8
Platform: Wii U
US Release Year: 2014
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Driving (Kart)
ESRB Rating: E
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Synopsis: Mario Kart returns with some old favorites and all-new tricks. For the first time all eight of Bowser's Koopalings join the race. The new anti-gravity mechanic gives a whole new dimension to racing and Mario Kart TV lets you upload your favorite moments and check out your friends' accomplishments as well. Up to 12 player online action - or four-player local action - with the ability to join races the world over. Karts, cycles, gliders and underwater racing - get your fix in the crispest tracks yet as you race for supremacy.
2. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U/3DS
Platform: Wii U
US Release Year: 2014
Overall Rating: 3.9 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Fighting)
ESRB Rating: E10+
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Synopsis: Featuring the biggest roster of fighters yet, Super Smash Bros. WiiU is the ultimate Nintendo fighting game. Choose from old favorites or some new faces as you battle for supremacy across a variety of stages. For the first time, your Mii can join in the fun - plus you can train each character with the inclusion of the amiibo - just set it on the WiiU Gamepad to train it, power it up, or battle with and against it. Unlock new customizations for your character by winning battles. Local and Online gameplay apply - including the ability to import from the 3DS version.
3. New Super Mario Bros. U
Platform: Wii U
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 3.9 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: E
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Synopsis: The latest Super Mario Bros. game hits the WiiU. A new side-scrolling adventure that lets you play as Mario, Luigi, Toad and, for the first time, yourself - import your Mii and play right along with the characters. The ability to create your own blocks opens up a whole new world of speed runs and fun.
4. The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD
Platform: Wii U
US Release Year: 2016
Overall Rating: 4.3 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Synopsis: When his pastoral life is threatened by darkness spreading across the land, yet another
Link in the long chain of heroes takes up the sword to set things right. Venture through a
world filled with foes in the company of a strange, imp-like girl named Midna, who knows
more than she is willing to admit. The WiiU updated version also comes with an exclusive
Amiibo, to add bonuses to the game as well as upcoming titles.
5. Shovel Knight
Platform: Wii U
US Release Year: 2015
Overall Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: E
Developer: Yacht Club Games
Publisher: Yacht Club Games
Synopsis: Shovel Knight brings classic 8-bit platforming into the current generation.The design is
classic, the gameplay easy to learn, but difficult to master. Jump, dig, enhance in the story
of Knight searching for his beloved against the nefarious Order of No Quarter and their
menacing leader, The Enchantress. The game content will be updated for free, including
three full new campaigns, along with Challenge Mode, Battle Mode and Body Swap Mode.
6. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Platform: Wii U
US Release Year: 2017
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure, Sandbox)
ESRB Rating: E10+
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Synopsis: The first open-world Zelda game - plunge in to the wilderness, climb the highest peaks
or dive into the depths as you make your way across the land battling enemies that are
varied and dangerous. Hunt for ingredients to sustain you, uncover over 100 Shrines
of Trials and take on the puzzles inside to uncover items and rewards to aid your
adventure. Attire is everything - outfit yourself to survive harsh cold or brutal deserts,
maker yourself more stealthy or powerful. Assign the right weapon for the job - each
enemy has its own strength and weakness - almost anything can be used as a
weapon, but make sure you're prepared as every weapon can break. Use amiibos to
help on your journey - compatible figures can help you on your journey.
7. Darksiders II
Platform: Wii U
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Vigil Games
Publisher: THQ
Synopsis: Running parallel to the event in the original Darksiders, you take control of Death, on of the four horsemen of the Apocalypse, as he attempts to undue the damage caused by his brother, War, who has prematurely brought on the End of Days. With giant scythe in hand, customizable armor and his pale horse, death with go through Heaven and Hell to make things right and discover there are far worse things than an earthly Apocalypse in store, threatening all of creation.
8. Super Mario 3D World
Platform: Wii U
US Release Year: 2013
Overall Rating: 3.9 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (3D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: E
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Synopsis: It's the first multiplayer Mario game set in a 3D world. Join Mario, Luigi, Peach and Toad in
the Sprixie Kingdom. The all-new Cat Suit let's you claw your way to the top and pounce
on enemies from above. Use the GamePad to freeze enemies and reveal secrets or use it
in off-TV play to turn it into a camera to get into all the nooks and crannies of each level.
9. Super Mario Maker
Platform: Wii U
US Release Year: 2015
Overall Rating: 4.3 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: E
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Synopsis: Let your creativity run wild and enjoy near-limitless number of level designs from
around the world. Mario Maker lets you design your own Mario levels using the Wii U
Game Pad and share them. Four different and unique worlds - the original Super Mario
Bros., Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario World and Super Mario Bros. U. Combine
items, enemies and traps in new and inventive ways and expand the characters roster
through challenges or Amiibos. Use your imagination to create the most unique or
devious levels - online rankings make it easy to play the most popular levels.
10. Rayman Legends
Platform: Wii U
US Release Year: 2013
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: E10+
Developer: Ubisoft
Publisher: Ubisoft
Synopsis: It's an all new Rayman adventure when Rayman, Globox and the Teensies enter a mysterious tent and find wondrous paintings of mythical worlds - and find themselves sucked inside. Now they must work together, fight incredible bosses and find a way back home. Unique to the WiiU - up to five players can play together - and you new WiiU controller can even be used without the TV. Have fun, be challenged and see what kind of adventure Rayman discovers next.
