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2014’s Upcoming Wii U Games
With major titles like Mario Kart 8 and Super Smash Bros. coming this year to Wii U, we decided to pull together everything that we know of that's slated for 2014. The following list will be updated and amended throughout the year. If you something confirmed for 2014 release that's not on our list, please let us know.
Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures 2 - October 14
Pac-Man and friends return to face Lord Betrayus once more.
Lone Survivor - October 16
This title is proof that you don't need HD graphics to create a creepy atmosphere.
Just Dance 2015 - October 21
Ubisoft's annual dance franchise is a huge seller, and it's no wonder it'll be back.
The Voice - October 21
The singing competition show is getting a video game.
Stealth Inc 2 - October 23
No weapons and no armor (again). Curve Studios is bringing its 2D sneaking game to the Wii U.
Bayonetta 2 - October 24
Bayonetta 2 is on track for October, and it will come complete with the original title, updated for Wii U.
Costume Quest 2 - "Halloween"
While not tagged with a specific date, Double Fine has promised to deliver the game around Halloween. Whether that means right on the day or shortly before, we don't know yet, but we're confident the studio will hit the mark.
Citizens of Earth - November 4
This failed Kickstarter was given a second chance by Atlus. Players will step into the shoes of the Vice President of the United States and assemble a party of normal people to fight monsters and aliens.
Disney Planes: Fire and Rescue - November 11
Disney's latest makes the jump to Wii U.
Lego Batman 3: Beyond Gotham - November 11
Tt Games takes us back to the DC Comics universe, this time moving the action outside of Batman's hometown.
Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric - November 11
Sonic and pals are in the hands of Big Red Button, who is taking this new series places Sonic's never been before.
Watch Dogs - November 18
Ubisoft’s delayed open world hacking adventure will be releasing on most platforms in May. The Wii U version has been pushed off just a little further.
Super Smash Bros. Wii U - November 21
Nintendo is delivering one of its biggest titles of the fall alongside the Amiibo figures, an adapter for Gamecube controllers, and new Gamecube-style pads that plug directly into the Wii U.
Penguins of Madagascar - November 25
The Nickelodeon cartoon is coming to Wii U.
Captain Toad Treasure Tracker - December 5
This Super Mario 3D World spinoff expands one of that title's minigames into a full title.
NES Remix Pack - December 5
Nintendo is bundling up both NES Remix titles for release later this year.
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Read on for announced Wii U titles that don't yet have firm release dates.
90s Arcade Racer - Undated
This racer combines the bright colors and style of the eponymous 90s arcade racers with modern car physics.
Affordable Space Adventures - Undated
The Wii U’s gamepad will be put to good use, as players control a struggling ship with systems that slowly come back online. As more functions become available, the gamepad will start to light up with controls.
Art of Balance - Undated
A gamepad-based physics puzzler you play with your stylus.
Nihilumbra - Undated
A puzzle platformer that began its life as a mobile title, before making the jump to PC and, coming soon, Wii U.
QUBE: Directors Cut - Undated
QUBE is a 3D puzzler that gives players the power to manipulate their environments. Challenges include jigsaw puzzles, platforming, and physics-based scenarios.
SlashDash - Undated
SlashDash is a 2v2 arena fighter that puts players in the role of teleporting, kunai-throwing ninja. Unlike most throwback arena titles, SlashDash is focused on capture the flag instead of kills.
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