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Nintendo Streams Mario Kart, Hyrule Warriors Amiibo Trailers
posted on by Lynzee Loveridge
Nintendo began streaming two trailers to show the interactive abilities of its amiibo figures with its Hyrule Warriors (Zelda Musō) and Mario Kart 8 Wii U games on Wednesday. When a Link amiibo figure is used with Hyrule Warriors, a new weapon becomes available.
Hyrule Warriors shipped in North America in September. Those who pre-ordered the game in North America at selected retailers received a free DLC costume pack such as Twilight Princess, Skyward Sword, or Ocarina of Time.
The game shipped in Japan as Zelda Musō on August 14 in three versions: A normal version for 7,389 yen (about US$74); a premium box containing an official book of art and settings, a Triforce alarm clock, a set of three types of "Courage" in-game costumes, and a set of three "Wisdom" in-game costumes for 10,800 yen (about US$108); and a Treasure Box containing all of the contents of the premium box, as well as two in-game "Power" costumes," a real "Scarf of Courage," and a treasure box-styled jewelry box that makes sounds.
Zelda Musō ranked #2 on Media Create's video games sales ranking in its first week.
Players can use their amiibo figures in Mario Kart 8 to unlock costumes for their Mii characters. Nintendo's trailer gives a preview of some of the costumes.
Nintendo is also adding a two DLC packs for Mario Kart 8 with new vehicles, tracks, and characters. A second DLC pack is also planned.
Mario Kart 8 sold over 1.2 million copies during its launch weekend on May 30.
