

Notwithstanding the sheer variety of the platforming levels, 3D World also has a wealth of other fun diversions. Where many other AAA games focus on cinematic immersion and spectacle, EAD Tokyo firmly places the spotlight on gameplay that is fine-tuned down to its essence for maximum fun. Mario and company’s romp through the Sprixie Kingdom was filled with tightly designed levels, imaginative mechanics, lush visuals, and a showstopping soundtrack. Was there every any doubt concerning what game would take home this prize? In Super Mario 3D World, Mario proved once again that he is the king of platforming, and Nintendo EAD Tokyo showed us that the studio’s magic seemingly has no end. So without further delay, here are Nintendojo’s choices for the best Wii U games of 2013. While the system still has a lot of ground to cover, that doesn’t change the fact that Wii U got some really amazing games in the past 12 months.

However, Wii U kicked back into gear the second half of 2013, and the games kept on rolling in. The sales reports weren’t boosting our optimism for the console’s future, either. After a decent launch, owners were subjected to half a year of game starvation. 2013 was a roller coaster ride for Wii U.
