Published on: September 28, 2017
Nintendo fans across Europe can look forward to a packed week on the Nintendo eShop, with a strong selection of new releases, downloadable content, and special discounts spanning Nintendo Switch, Nintendo 3DS, and Wii U.
From blockbuster retail launches to indie gems, this update caters to a wide range of gaming preferences and highlights Nintendo’s thriving digital ecosystem.
Switch Retail Headlines: FIFA 18 and One Piece Unlimited World Red - Deluxe Edition
Leading the charge this week is FIFA 18 from Electronic Arts, making its much-anticipated debut on Nintendo Switch.
Available from September 29, FIFA 18 for the Switch sets itself apart with a custom version tailored for Nintendo’s hybrid system.
While this edition does not feature the series’ cinematic story mode, it delivers core elements like FIFA Ultimate Team and introduces unique local multiplayer options optimized for Switch users.
Pricing is set at €59.99 / £54.99, ensuring fans can enjoy the football experience both at home and on the go.
Another major retail addition is One Piece Unlimited World Red - Deluxe Edition by Bandai Namco, also launching September 29.
This re-release builds upon its 3DS and Wii U predecessors, incorporating all previously released DLC and improved performance.
Enhanced visuals and increased content make this the definitive edition for One Piece fans at €59.99 / £54.99.
Switch eShop Highlights: Golf Story, Picross S, and More
The eShop sees a strong lineup of indie and classic titles, headlined by Golf Story—a unique blend of retro RPG and sports mechanics from Sidebar Games, available at €14.99 / £13.49.
Players can explore eight diverse environments and interact with a host of personalities, earning praise for its innovative approach and nostalgic presentation.
Picross S from Jupiter Corporation also makes its series debut on Switch, offering over 300 puzzles and a welcomed two-player mode for €7.99 / £7.19.
Music rhythm fans can dive into Deemo (Flyhigh Works, €29.00 / £26.09), a celebrated mobile hit enhanced for Switch with physical controls and additional content arriving later this year via free update.
Classic arcade experiences return with Arcade Archives Mario Bros.
(Nintendo / HAMSTER, €6.99 / £6.29), while challenging platforms like Binaries (Ant Workshop), and unique party games such as Conga Master Party! (Rising Star Games) expand this diverse eShop slate.
DLC and Discounts: Wide Selection Across Platforms
Alongside new titles, a wide variety of downloadable content is available this week, most notably the FIFA 18 Ultimate Team Points packs ranging from 100 to 12,000 points, and additional characters for Mighty Gunvolt Burst by Inti Creates.
Temporary discounts are offered on an array of titles including Thumper (Drool LLC), Death Squared (SMG Studio), and The Bridge (The Quantum Astrophysicist's Guild) on Nintendo Switch, while Nintendo 3DS and Wii U see markdowns on popular RPGs like 7th Dragon III Code: VFD and Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse (Deep Silver), and creative indie fare such as Nano Assault NEO (Shin'en Multimedia).
3DS and Wii U Updates
On the Nintendo 3DS side, Yo-kai Watch 2: Psychic Specters (Nintendo / Level-5) delivers the ultimate ghost-collecting experience with added content from previous releases, available from September 29 for €39.99 / £34.99.
The eShop is also home to new themes, DLC, and a variety of discounted titles spanning genres.
Wii U owners aren't left behind, with Virtual Console additions like Shockman, Chew Man Fu, and China Warrior (all published by Konami) and a slate of eShop bargains.
Nintendo’s European eShop continues to demonstrate impressive variety and value, solidifying the Switch, 3DS, and Wii U as attractive platforms for digital gaming.
Let us know in the comments which titles are on your download list this week.
Nintendo Electronic Arts Bandai Namco Sidebar Games Jupiter Corporation Flyhigh Works Rising Star Games HAMSTER EA Level-5 Inti Creates CIRCLE Entertainment Konami Sanrio