Some of you were probably looking forward to Nintendo's weekly Wii Shop Update this particular Monday. As you may have read last night, Coop reported that Mega Man 1 and 2 would be making its way to Wiis August 4th--also known as TODAY. Well, either someone got the story wrong or Coop just blatantly lied to you (hey, it happens). Either way, you won't be seeing Mega Man today.

You will, however, find a WiiWare game called Wild West Guns, for which I couldn't find an image so instead substituted a picture of actual Wild West guns. Also, you get ANOTHER version of the original Sonic the Hedgehog, and Splatterhouse 2. Yeah, that's not really so exciting, is it? Don't worry, I will get revenge for the lies you have been told, probably by throwing things at Coop's desk.

Sonic The Hedgehog
Sega Master System
1 player
500 Wii Points

Based on the original Sega Genesis version, Sonic The Hedgehog was re-created as the first Sonic game for the Sega Master System. Not just a straight port, this version includes new stages, bosses, some different zones and a level map. The most noticeable difference, however, is that the Chaos Emeralds have to be found within certain stages other than the Special Stages. Dash through six Zones (including special zones that were only available for the Sega Master System version) and face Dr. Eggman (a.k.a. Dr. Robotnik) at the end of every Zone.

SPLATTERHOUSE 2
Sega Genesis
1 player
800 Wii Points

SPLATTERHOUSE 2 is the sequel to SPLATTERHOUSE, released only on the Sega Genesis. A few months after escaping from the first mansion in SPLATTERHOUSE, the main character, Rick, once again encounters the Terror Mask and must use its powers to rescue his beloved Jennifer. Rick will need to punch, slash, smash and even chainsaw his way through a haunted mansion against unspeakable horrors and terrifying bosses to make it out alive.




Wild West Guns
1-2 players
1000 Wii Points

Draw your revolver to see if you're the fastest gun in the West. Adjust your speed and precision as targets or enemies appear in front of you. Point and shoot to earn more points. You can aim at anything, so be sure to explore the environment for elements that will earn you more shooting points. Identify your enemies among the characters you encounter, but don't shoot at innocent citizens. Take part in an Old West-style train attack, or challenge your skills in a variety of increasingly difficult shooting challenges in other beautiful, classic and lively Western environments. As you progress through challenges, you'll earn medals and rewards, making for nonstop, addictive action. Play in a two-player multiplayer mode where you and your partner can combine points, or play against each other to find out who's the fastest gun in the West.

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