Game News Roundup: Call of Duty Black Ops, Wii U Launch, and More

Summary

In this article, we cover the latest game news, including the launch of Nintendo’s new console, the Wii U, and the release of Call of Duty Black Ops 2. We also highlight some of the top games available on the Wii U, such as Nintendoland and New Super Mario Bros. U, as well as other games coming out on multiple platforms.

Table of Contents

• Call of Duty Black Ops 2: Live Streaming and Release Date
• Wii U Launch: Games to Consider
• Other Games Coming Out

Call of Duty Black Ops 2: Live Streaming and Release Date

Activision’s Call of Duty Black Ops 2 is set to release on November 13 for Xbox 360, Playstation 3, and PC, with a Wii U version coming on the 18th. This year’s installment of the popular game franchise will allow players to instantly live stream their matches, including audio and webcam video, through YouTube.

Wii U Launch: Games to Consider

Nintendo’s new console, the Wii U, launched on November 18th, with 23 games available on day one. Nintendoland, a collection of mini-games that showcase the various ways to play with the Wii U’s touchscreen-based controller, is included with the $350 deluxe Wii U package. Other games to consider include New Super Mario Bros. U, which allows up to five players to play together, and Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two, which features two-player co-op as Mickey Mouse and Oswald the Lucky Rabbit.

Other Games Coming Out

For those who are not interested in the Wii U, there are still plenty of games coming out on other platforms. LEGO Lord of the Rings is available on November 13 for pretty much every game system except the Wii U. Ubisoft’s Rabbids Land is another fun collection of mini-games, while ZombiU is a scary horror game that pits players against an army of undead.

Conclusion

Whether you’re a fan of Call of Duty, Nintendo, or other game franchises, there is something for everyone in the latest game news. With the release of the Wii U and Call of Duty Black Ops 2, gamers have plenty of options to choose from this holiday season.