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Ghost Squad

Released: November 20th, 2007
Genre: Rail Shooter
Developer: Sega-AM2
Publisher: Sega

The Ghost Squad is a Special Forces unit established in strict secrecy by the U.N. to combat terrorism and carry out special highly-classified missions without leaving a trace. As an elite member of the Ghost Squad, players will complete dangerous missions such as eliminating terrorist groups, releasing hostages, deactivating bombs, and even rescuing the US President when terrorists hijack Air Force One! Using the Wii Remote, players will utilize revolutionary selectable weapons including a high powered rifle, sub machine and shot gun, or even engage in hand-to-hand combat.

Reviews

IGN: 7.5 out of 10
Gamespot: –
GameSpy: –
We Love Wii: 7.5 out of 10

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Soulcalibur Legends

Released: November 20th, 2007
Genre: Action
Developer: Namco Bandai
Publisher: Namco Bandai

In Soulcalibur Legends, follow the 16th century exploits of Siegfried and Soulcalibur characters, new and old as they find themselves on a quest for ultimate power in order to save an empire from destruction. Using the Wii Remote and Nunchuk as their weapons of choice, players perform moves and combos using orchestrated slashes and movements. Sword fighting capabilities are pushed to the limit as gamers unleash special attacks to crush scores of enemies and large bosses.

Reviews

IGN: –
Gamespot: –
1UP: 6 out of 10
We Love Wii: –

Trauma Center: New Blood

Released: November 20th, 2007
Genre: Medical Sim / Action
Developer: Atlus
Publisher: Atlus

Keep your hands steady and your mind focused for Trauma Center: New Blood, sequel to Trauma Center: Second Opinion. This time around there’s a lot more on the line, as every cut of the scalpel, every pinch of the forceps, each and every second that ticks by is of the absolute greatest importance. If you think it’s too much to handle alone, invite a friend to assist with the operation and work together to save patients from flat lining.

Reviews

IGN: 8.5 out of 10
Gamespot: 8 out of 10
1UP: 5 out of 10
We Love Wii: 8 out of 10

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Geometry Wars: Galaxies

Released: November 20th, 2007
Genre: Shooter
Developer: Kuju Entertainment
Publisher: Sierra

Geometry Wars: Galaxies, the planet’s most addictively fast-paced arcade shooter, accelerates to warp speed this fall for Nintendo Wii and DS. Blast your way through all-new battle grids, develop your new Battle Drone and blast through relentless waves of enemies in first-ever Geometry Wars single-player campaign. Then join a friend for fast-paced multiplayer that’s out of this world.

Reviews

IGN: 8 out of 10
Gamespot: —
1up: 8.5 out of 10
We Love Wii: –

Rayman Raving Rabbids 2

Released: November 15th, 2007
Genre: Party Game / Action
Developer: Ubisoft Paris
Publisher: Ubisoft

They’ve invaded the world of Rayman, and now the insane Rabbids have a new objective: invade planet Earth! They have established their base at a shopping mall and begun training for their nastiest scheme yet. As part of this training, the Rabbids must carry out several missions around the globe to help them in an attempt to dominate the world. The Rabbids will also try to study human behavior by mimicking everything we do… but in the Rabbid sort of way, with no logic… of course.

Reviews

IGN: 6.3 out of 10
Gamespot: –
GameSpy: 3.5 out of 5
We Love Wii: 6.5 out of 10

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WWE Smackdown! Vs. Raw 2008

Released: November 13th, 2007
Genre: Wrestling
Developer: Yuke’s Media Creations
Publisher: THQ

WWE SmackDown! vs. Raw 2008 lets players take the fight into their own hands with the debut of Superstar Fighting Styles. The game features eight unique styles, each having its own strategy and exclusive attributes. A brand new Struggle Submission System gives players intuitive and natural control over their WWE Superstars by using the game’s popular analog controls. Realism and strategy are at the forefront, as players now control the amount of pressure they apply to their opponents. In addition, WWE SmackDown! vs. Raw 2008 features a significant Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) presence, including a variety of Superstars, arenas and weapons. The game is also packed with significant updates requested by fans, including new rosters, more environmental hotspots, a combined Season and General Manager Mode experience, improved out-of-ring action, enhanced online community support and much more.

Reviews

IGN: 7.5 out of 10
Gamespot: –
GameSpy: –
We Love Wii: –

Mdeal Of Honor Heroes 2

Released: November 13th, 2007
Genre: Historic First-Person Shooter
Developer: EA Canada
Publisher: Electronic Arts

It’s June 6th, 1944, and the war is in your hands. Step into the boots of OSS Operative John Berg and infiltrate Normandy from behind enemy lines to undermine the Nazi regime. Choose to tackle all-new missions in traditional single player campaign or engage in massive, 32-player online, continuous-joining multiplayer battles where you can jump into the battle at any time.

Reviews

IGN: 8.4
Gamespot: —
GameSpy: –
We Love Wii: –

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Resident Evil: The Unbrella Chronicles

Released: November 13th, 2007
Genre: Survival Horror / Rail Shooter
Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom

Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles is a brand new game in the Resident Evil franchise, with familiar locales from the entire series. This action/shooter hybrid reveals the back story behind the fall of the Umbrella Corporation by exploring locations from Resident Evil 0, 1, 2 and 3 as well as new never-before-seen locations, such as Umbrella’s stronghold. Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles combines first-person, light-gun style combat with interactive pathways, multiple weapons and new enemies to create an entirely new Resident Evil experience that could only be delivered on the Wii.

Reviews

IGN: 7.9 out of 10
GameSpot: –
GameSpy: –
We Love Wii: 7.5 out of 10

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Super Mario Galaxy

Released: November 12th, 2007
Genre: 3D Platformer
Developer: Nintendo EAD Tokyo
Publisher: Nintendo

The ultimate Nintendo hero is taking the ultimate step … out into space. Join Mario as he ushers in a new era of video games, defying gravity across all the planets in the galaxy. When some creature escapes into space with Princess Peach, Mario gives chase, exploring bizarre planets all across the galaxy. Mario, Peach and enemies new and old are here. Players run, jump and battle enemies as they explore all the planets in the galaxy. Since this game makes full use of all the features of the Wii Remote, players have to do all kinds of things to succeed: pressing buttons, swinging the Wii Remote and the Nunchuk, and even pointing at and dragging things with the pointer. Since he’s in space, Mario can perform mind-bending jumps unlike anything he’s done before. He’ll also have a wealth of new moves that are all based around tilting, pointing and shaking the Wii Remote. Shake, tilt and point! Mario takes advantage of all the unique aspects of the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controller, unleashing new moves as players shake the controller and even point at and drag items with the pointer.

Reviews

IGN: 9.7 out of 10
Gamespot: 9.5 out of 10
GameSpy: 5 out of 5
We Love Wii: 10 out of 10

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Mario & Sonic At The Olympic Games

Released: November 6th, 2007
Genre: Sports Party Game / Olympic Sports
Developer: Sega Sports
Publisher: Sega

Two of the biggest icons in the entertainment industry, Mario and Sonic, are joining forces to star in Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games. Developed exclusively for the Wii video game system and the Nintendo DS system, this momentous agreement marks the first time these two renowned stars have appeared together in a game. Featuring an all-star cast of characters from the amazing worlds of both Mario and Sonic, players will be able to compete as or against a range of familiar characters including Mario, Sonic, Luigi, Knuckles, Yoshi, Tails and more.

Reviews

IGN: 7.9 out of 10
Gamespot: 6 out of 10
1UP: 6 out of 10
We Love Wii: 6 out of 10

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Batallion Wars 2

Released: November 6th, 2007
Genre: Real-Time Strategy / Third-Person Tactical Shooter
Developer: Kuju Entertainment
Publisher: Nintendo

Tricked into believing that the Solar Empire is developing a devastating super-weapon, Commander Pierce and Colonel Windsor of the Anglo Isles launch a pre-emptive strike on the Coral Atolls. The world is once again at war. Drive tanks, command ships, pilot planes and direct your troops into the heart of the action in the return of the popular tactical action game for Wii.

Reviews

IGN: 8 out of 10
Gamespot: 7.5 out of 10
GameSpy: 4 out of 5
We Love Wii: 8.5 out of 10

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Lego Star Wars: The Complete Saga

Released: November 6th, 2007
Genre: Platformer / Action-Adventure
Developer: Traveller’s Tales
Publisher: LucasArts

From the Trade Federation’s “negotiations” with Obi-Wan Kenobi and Qui-Gon Jinn in The Phantom Menace to the space battle above Endor in Return of the Jedi, The Complete Saga allows players to kick some brick through 36 Story Mode levels, including Episode II’s newly added high-speed pursuit of bounty hunter Zam Wessell. Traveller’s Tales has revamped levels from the original LEGO Star Wars to match the gameplay evolutions found in LEGO Star Wars II, and Prequel Trilogy characters can now be mixed and matched with those from the Original Trilogy � more than 160 in all.

Reviews

IGN: 8 out of 10
Gamespot: 7 out of 10
GameSpy: 4.5 out of 5
We Love Wii: –

Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn

Released: November 5th, 2007
Genre: Tactical Role-Playing Game
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Publisher: Nintendo

Three years have passed since the great war that ended in the death of Mad King Ashnard. His country of Daein suffers under the rule of the war’s victors. Now, a small band of freedom fighters struggle to end the long, dark night of Daein’s oppression.

Reviews

IGN: 8 out of 10
Gamespot: —
1UP: 9 out of 10
We Love Wii: –