At the center of the LEGO Multiverse lies an ancient planet that is inhabited by the evil mastermind, Lord Vortech. It is believed that the person who controls the Foundational Elements on which this planet is built will control all of the Multiverse. Vowing to become that ruler, Lord Vortech determines that by summoning characters from a variety of LEGO worlds, he'll be able to find the building blocks of the LEGO civilization. One day, a mysterious and powerful vortex appears in a variety of LEGO worlds, and different characters from DC Comics, The Lord of the Rings, The LEGO Movie and more are swept away. Noticing their friends are being taken, Batman, Gandalf and Wyldstyle jump into the vortex on a journey they never imagined. Now, realizing Lord Vortech's intentions, the three intrepid heroes must venture through space and time to save their friends and all of LEGO humanity.After you've saved the day, expand your LEGO Dimensions experience with this DC Comics: The Joker & Harley Quinn Team Pack. Join Mr. J and Harley Quinn, as you bring the same fun and hijinks to the LEGO Dimensions as this duo does to Gotham. Featuring 92 buildable pieces, this Team Pack plunges you into another realm of the LEGO multiverse for a fun-filled adventure.
Maybe doesn't have much value on its own, but if combined with the Lego Dimensions Starter Pack, the characters and vehicles provided are a lot of fun to use. I got a special kick out of the conversations between the characters.
Explore the most bustling blocks of the city in LEGO City: Undercover for the Wii U. It lets you hunt down villain Rex Fury as undercover detective Chase McCain, and the Wii U GamePad provides bonus content, such as mission updates and location tracking. LEGO City: Undercover combines action-packed game play with the trademark comedy from the LEGO series.
I have seen this game referred to as Lego Grand Theft Auto for kids. This is absolutely accurate and my brothers and I had a blast playing it. Collecting disguises, rampaging through traffic, doing parkour through the city, and arresting criminals are all fun and engaging. The story and characters are also very compelling. The lack of co-op might deter some, but I don't see it as a drawback.
Speed through iconic virtual landscapes with this LEGO Dimensions Sonic the Hedgehog expansion pack. Build Sonic and two vehicle accessories, and use the added functionality to chase rings or race through other levels in Dimensions play. This LEGO Dimensions Sonic the Hedgehog expansion pack comes with three collectible figurines.
The minifigure and the mini-builds are high quality, and the gameplay within Lego Dimensions is just as it should be. Sonic controls just like he should, and the included level feels just like a Lego version of a traditional Sonic the Hedgehog game.
Celebrate 20 years of adventures in the Pokémon universe with Pokémon Sun for Nintendo 3DS. This new game features compatibility with previous Pokémon games, so you can transfer your old characters and continue to collect powerful fighters. With vibrant graphics, Pokémon Sun for Nintendo 3DS helps you on your quest to "catch 'em all".
This game is a vast improvement on the previous games in the franchise. Increased freedom of movement, a lovely selection of catchable monsters, a compelling story and cast all contribute. My only complaint would be a lack of Stereoscopic 3D, but that complaint is not major enough to take off a star from the score.
You've dived down pipes with Mario and Luigi, teamed up for hairy, barrel-rolling fun with Diddy Kong, taken on boxers of all sizes and shapes as Little Mac and more. Now, you can bring your favorite Nintendo characters alive with new amiibo figures. Team up against bad guys, solve challenging puzzles and even Smash the competition in thrilling battles. With Lucina from Fire Emblem: Awakening on your side, you'll have an ally who will do anything to keep her father safe from harm. Are you ready to discover a brand-new way to interact with everyone's beloved Nintendo characters?Jump into the fun-filled, thrilling adventures of your favorite Nintendo Wii U games, including Super Smash Bros. with your favorite Nintendo characters — who can now come to life. With this amiibo figure, you'll get to discover the power inside of Lucina. Tap your Lucina amiibo figure to your Wii U GamePad to bring her to life in your compatible game. Use multiple amiibo at the same time to expand your gameplay fun. Add your amiibo to the thrilling, action-packed fun of Super Smash Bros., Hyrule Warriors, Mario Party 10 and Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker for Nintendo Wii U and Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS, and experience an all-new way to battle it out. Level her up to CRUSH your opponents, supercharge her stats and expand her abilities. When your favorite Nintendo characters come to life, the gaming possibilities are endless.
The expansive kingdom of Hyrule is a peaceful one, yet a mysterious dark force has invaded, shrouded in twilight. Faced with the task of restoring light to the realm, Link must set out on a quest, but can only do so once he embraces the darkness. Team up with a mystifying creature, Midna, and transform into a divine wolf. In The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD, you'll join Link and Midna on a thrilling adventure across Hyrule where you'll meet an engaging cast of characters, explore confusing dungeons and survive puzzling traps. Get ready for an exciting and legendary Zelda adventure.
The game is an excellent remastering of the original Twilight Princess, with its compelling story, characters, and gameplay. The Wolf Link figure that comes with it is incredibly detailed and its functionality in-game is engaging.
Save the Sprixies from Bowser in the Super Mario 3D World WII U game. Run, jump, and swim through beautifully rendered 3-D levels as one of four iconic characters while also mastering special skills that help you collect useful power-ups. Multiplayer mode in the Super Mario 3D World WII U game lets other people jump in at anytime during gameplay.
My 10 year old is the one who wanted to purchase this and he really enjoys it, especially the fact that it encourages cooperation in play. (My 15 year old does NOT like this feature.)
You love the fun and excitement the standard controllers provide, but sometimes you want just a little more style. A cool design, sleek graphics, smooth contours perhaps — but what about controllers that glow and light up your gaming experience like no other? With the Afterglow Remote and Lightchuck, you'll be able to solve complex puzzles, bowl a 300 game, slay epic monsters and more, while enjoying cool style.Illuminate your next gaming session with this Afterglow Motion Plus Bundle, which includes an Afterglow Remote and Lightchuck for Nintendo Wii U and Nintendo Wii. Featuring a clear polycarbonate housing, each controller provides a view of the inner circuitry and allows the dazzling light display to shine. Choose from on, off and acceleration light modes to suit your style. Take advantage of the improved button layout to slay your foes and watch as your movements are truly transferred to the in-game action thanks to the built-in Motion Plus support. Freely move around your room and enjoy smooth motion with the 30' wireless range. With this bundle in your gaming arsenal, you'll be able to control your favorite games in style.
These seemed like a good deal in the store, however our kids have had some problems with them malfunctioning -- apparently not an uncommon problem with non-Nintendo products of this type.
You've been a fan of the action-packed world of Nintendo gaming since your very first console, and some major evolution has taken place since your first journey to the Mushroom Kingdom. Get ready for a whole new way to play with this Wii U Bundle, which includes Mario Kart 8, bonus DLC and more. Enjoy stunning, high-quality graphics, immersive action-packed worlds and an innovative controller design that reinvents the way you interact with games. With new racing circuits, new gameplay features and a stunning new look, Mario Kart 8 certainly lives up to the legacy. The new anti-gravity feature will have you suddenly finding yourself racing on walls in a haunted mansion or upside-down over Princess Peach's castle. See who's got what it takes in 12-player online competitive play. Hang gliders and motorbikes are back, as well as underwater racing and mid-air tricks, while Waluigi and Toadette rejoin the cast of characters. A thrilling world of racing, action and adventure awaits — are you ready for the time of your life?
Our kids were thrilled to receive this for Christmas and have spent many hours playing. The console means that if only one is playing, a TV (and the accompanying sound effects) does not have to be involved.
Fans of the Super Smash Bros. franchise love the action-packed, fast-paced combat the games deliver, as well as the opportunity to take on some of the most beloved Nintendo characters in heated battle. Where else could you fight Mario, go head-to-head with Mega Man or take on Pikachu? Prepare yourself for a smashing good time with Marth as you leap into the action. Get ready to step into the ring once more in a stunningly rendered world where you — and your friends — can smash the competition. Experience an epic adventure with Marth with this amiibo, which allows you to connect and interact with Super Smash Bros. in a whole new way. Just tap your Wii U GamePad controller with the amiibo to get started. Customize your figure's defensive and offensive capabilities to create a one-of-a-kind battle strategy. Defeat even the hardest opponents by building your amiibo to level 50. Create a totally unique experience by storing data as you play. You can even team up with your amiibo or go head-to-head with friends. Are you ready to step into the world of Super Smash Bros. like never before?
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