In line with improving the experience players receive when playing their Wii U, Nintendo has recently released updates that will enhance the gameplay and remove some bugs in their games. Upcoming games will also be released to leverage on Wii U's Gamepad's capabilities.
Nintendo has recently released patches for Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, Mario Kart 8, and Super Smash Brothers 4. The patches for Pokémon and Super Smash Brothers will be improving online play while the patch for Mario Kart 8 will be focusing on the gameplay.
The recent patch for Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, Patch 1.4, includes features which can be used online. It was released last April 23, 2015 and gives players more options online and makes gameplay more challenging. These online options include the Wonder Trade option, claiming of Mystery Gifts, connection to the Global Trade Station, and Utilization of the Game Sync feature.
Nintendo's new patch for Super Smash Brothers was released on April 23, 2015 to fix a few glitches in the game. Patch version 1.0.7 can now be downloaded and it can be conducted right from the game itself. The patch will no longer allow Mewtwo DLC owners to access Mewtwo's "custom moves" in order to make room for fair play. Nintendo also fixed the problem regarding the previous update, Patch 1.0.6, not allowing players to watch their replays.
Mario Kart 8's update version 4.1 was released last May 1, 2015 and it is available for all regions. The update unlocks the 200cc and mirror mode at the start of the game. At first, players had to master all the other cups in order to unlock these modes but players can now enjoy these game modes even if 200cc is the hardest difficulty in Mario Kart 8. Mirror mode allows players to play the race tracks of the game in reverse.
Meanwhile, one of the revolutionary features of the Wii U is its ambitious Gamepad controller which provides gamers with a dual screen option wherein players can access additional information or menu options on the gamepad while their game plays on TV. Gamers can also opt to play their games on the Gamepad in case the TV is unavailabe.
Though some fans have voiced their disappointment with the Gamepad controller such as issues with limited battery life, bulky design, among others, this is one feature which sets the Wii U apart. In fact, upcoming game releases such as Klei Entertainment's wilderness survival game "Don't Starve: Giant Edition" will be available for Wii U via Nintendo's eShop on May 28 for North America and June 4 for Europe.
Nintendo is the consumer electronics company that developed the Wii U, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, Mario Kart 8, and Super Smash Brothers 4. To this day, they continue to give gamers all over the world the unique gaming experience they created.
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