Holiday Gift Guide – be a hero!
05/12/2016
Most of us look forward to some rest and relaxation over the holiday season, but a hero’s work is never done! Below, you’ll find the ultimate quests, adventures and voyages that await brave players on Nintendo 3DS family systems and Wii U this winter. Now venture forth and save the day!
Nintendo 3DS family systems
Pokémon Sun and Pokemon Moon
The next era of Pokémon games has arrived! Explore the lush islands of the Alola Region and encounter brand new Pokémon to catch, train, battle and trade in Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon.
The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds
Embark on a unique adventure that’s both nostalgic and new in The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds. Explore the troubled lands of Hyrule and Lorule, and save the kingdom from an evil sorcerer.
DRAGON QUEST VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past
Travel to the past to save the present in DRAGON QUEST VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past. Use mystical stone tablets to travel back in time and come to the aid of troubled towns, solve perplexing puzzles and face unique monsters in classic turn-based battles.
Fire Emblem Fates
Two kingdoms are on the brink of war – and you must decide whose side to take in Fire Emblem Fates. Command your chosen army with expert precision and form stronger relationships in this ambitious turn-based strategy game.
Wii U
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD and The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD
These classic adventure games are brought to life once more in stunning high-definition! Travel between the worlds of light and dark to save the land of Hyrule in The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD, or set sail across a vast ocean in The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD.
Paper Mario: Color Splash
Solve the mystery behind the colourless Toads and save Prism Island in Paper Mario: Color Splash! Use Mario’s crafty abilities to explore a world made entirely of paper and use the power of Battle Cards to trump baddies in turn-based battles.
Xenoblade Chronicles X
Fight for survival while exploring the vast expanses of an unknown planet where anything you see is reachable in Xenoblade Chronicles X. In this epic sci-fi RPG, traverse a seamless open world and fight against threats of all sizes.
Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
The sometimes cowardly, sometimes courageous Captain Toad embarks on his first solo adventure in Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker! Our diminutive hero is joined on his adventure by Toadette – help them track down the ultimate treasure, a coveted Power Star.
Where to buy
As well as being available at retail – though check with your local retailer for availability! – all of these games are available as downloadable versions in Nintendo eShop. If you can’t decide on a specific game, you could always purchase a Nintendo eShop Card, available from these retailers (PDF, 272 kB) in denominations of £15, £25 and £50.
You can also order games, systems and more directly from Nintendo at the Nintendo Official UK Store.
Looking for gifts for another gamer in your life? Head back to the Holiday Gift Guide homepage, where you’ll find a huge range of different gaming experiences and gift ideas.
Have fun this holiday season!
