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    The Nintendo Wii U, the follow-up to the monstrously popular Nintendo Wii console, launched in North America on November 18th 2012.

    Just got a Wii U.

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    So I just picked up a Wii U for 100 euros on a whim. I want to do some Mario Making, but what the heck else should I be in to?

    I'll probably be handing it over to my folks at Christmas so Virtual Console is probably out.

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    The two Zelda remakes maybe.

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    #3  Edited By hermes
    • Bayonetta 2
    • Zelda Wind Waker
    • Super Mario 3D World

    If you have some extra controllers and friends to play with, Mario Kart and Smash Brothers can be fun

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    • Mario Kart 8
    • Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
    • Super Mario 3D World
    • Bayonetta 2
    • Xenoblade Chronicles X
    • Wind Waker
    • Pikmin 3
    • NES Remix 1 & 2
    • Yoshi's Wooly World
    • ZombiiU
    • Shovel Knight
    • Super Smash Bros Wii U
    • Twilight Princess

    That's pretty much my entire collection, but there's not a dud in that pile.

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    Both of the Zelda remakes for sure, with super mario 3d world. That'll probably do ya though.

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    Thanks Duders.

    I had completely forgotten some of those games even existed,poor Wii U. Straight on to the NES Remixes though!

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    Tropical Freeze all day. Mario Kart is pretty good too.

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    Pushmo

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    I wholeheartedly recommended these as some of the greatest games this gen -

    Mario 3D World

    Wind Waker HD

    Xenoblade Chronicls

    ZombiU

    Splatoon

    Bayonetta 2

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    #10  Edited By mgalchemist

    Among the many awesome games already mentioned, I just want to stress that Xenoblade Chronicles X is an awesome RPG if that's your thing, and because it hasn't been said yet, The Wonderful 101 is a charming, fun, and challenging action game that I don't think gets as much love as other Platinum titles. Granted, it's worth mentioning that it's longer than most games of its type and it can be sometimes be a little frustrating when the game makes you figure out some of the tougher parts with little guidance, but it pays off so well, especially if you have any fond memories of Power Rangers/Super Sentai.

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    In my humble opinion:

    Bayonetta 2
    Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
    Devil's Third (I know, I know; but it might be worth a shot)
    Donkey Kong Tropical Freeze
    Hyrule Warriors
    Kirby and the Rainbow Curse
    Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD
    Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD
    Lego City: Undercover
    Mario Kart 8
    New Super Mario Bros. U + New Super Luigi U
    Super Mario 3D World
    Super Mario Maker
    Xenoblade Chronicles X
    Yoshi's Wooly World
    ZombiU

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    Congrats on your bargain, duder.

    At the risk of repeating, I can confirm these purchases each made ownership of this 'failed' system worthwhile:

    • Splatoon - honestly the only FPS I truly have enjoyed for some time. More hours on this than anything else.
    • Mario Maker - you have it already; but two games in one, and a truly unique thing. Only one which makes sense of the gamepad concept.
    • Super Mario 3D World - the Mario game which reminds you how far Nintendo thinks design through: from movement, to levels, to innovation.
    • Wind Waker HD - full disclosure: I haven't finished, but I can see what a masterpiece this is, and I would say essential if you haven't completed the earlier release. I'm really looking forward to getting back into this shortly.

    I do like Mario Kart (and I'm a real fan of the series), but I have to admit I haven't really replayed it in the way I did earlier versions.

    I've also found the Virtual Console stuff great, but the above are the ones I would say make your 100 Euro splash a worthwhile one, in my experience.

    Have fun!

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    #14 fisk0  Moderator

    If you want something a little Wipeout like, Fast Racing Neo is a decent futuristic racing game.

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    Fast Racing Neo is worth a look if future racing is your thing.

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    Oh -

    As no-one has yet mentioned Pikmin 3, I'll give in an honourable mention.

    Not essential in my book, but it it certainly different, and carries the usual levels of Nintendo charm and design philosophy. For me, it has acted as something of a palate cleanser on the system.

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    Splatoon is awesome! Haven't tried Pikmin 3 but I'd really like to, and Wind Waker HD is great (although the original is my favorite game of all time so maybe that's me)

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    Tokyo Mirage Sessions ♯FE

    I didn't see anyone list this but here's my two cents. I agree with the other games people have listed prior.

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    Thanks for all the info. Picked up 3D World. And RPGs are deffo where I will go once I have a break when I finish I am Setsuna.

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    If you like Pokemon and also fighting games, Pokken Tournament is a really fun, really accessible addition to your Wii U library.

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    So many great games.

    For me the absolute essentials are:

    Mario 3D World
    Mario Kart 8
    Bayonetta 2
    Splatoon
    Xenoblade X
    Wind Waker HD

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    Thanks for all the info. Picked up 3D World. And RPGs are deffo where I will go once I have a break when I finish I am Setsuna.

    Please report back, duder!

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    If you like RPGs, play Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE. It's Wii U exclusive too!

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    When you think about it, Wii U has some damn fine games. Real shame.

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