Nintendo eShop Update: Ghosts 'n Goblins, Touch Battle Tanks 3D, and More Launch in Europe

As the new year begins, Nintendo of Europe has announced its latest digital update, delivering a fresh batch of games and downloadable content across several platforms.

This week’s Nintendo eShop offerings may not introduce any additions to the Wii U eShop, but Nintendo 3DS, DSiWare, and WiiWare users in Europe can look forward to a mix of new releases and classic experiences. **Nintendo 3DS Download Software** Leading the week’s lineup is Touch Battle Tanks 3D from Agetec, available for €4.99 / £4.49.

The game invites players to navigate through 70 levels filled with explosive tank action, requiring quick reflexes and strategic movement.

Though initially released in North America in summer 2012, European players now have the opportunity to tackle this frenetic action title on their Nintendo 3DS systems. **3DS Virtual Console** For retro gaming enthusiasts, Capcom’s iconic Ghosts 'n Goblins debuts on the 3DS Virtual Console, also priced at €4.99 / £4.49.

Renowned for its high difficulty, this NES action platformer challenges players to rescue a princess from monstrous foes with only two hits standing between victory and defeat.

The portable release benefits from modern save state support, offering a user-friendly enhancement while retaining the title’s original challenge. **3DS Retail DLC** Art fans can expand their creative horizons with new downloadable content for New Art Academy.

Two new lesson packs, "Life Drawing" and "Paint like Turner," are available for €1.99 / £1.79 per pack, purchasable in-game.

These packs provide additional learning materials designed to help players refine their art skills. **DSiWare** CIRCLE Entertainment’s Crystal Adventure offers a budget-friendly RPG experience for 200 Nintendo Points.

Emulating the feel of classic 8 and 16-bit adventures, the game delivers top-down exploration and combat.

However, its minimal storytelling and automatic combat mechanics may leave some genre fans wanting a deeper experience. **WiiWare** On WiiWare, Vampire Crystals from Shanblue Interactive launches at 1000 Nintendo Points.

Far from the typical RPG, this twin-stick shooter delivers action-packed gameplay both in single-player and local multiplayer modes.

The title is praised for its intense action sequences, polished presentation, and a mix of cooperative and competitive play, providing Wii owners with a compelling new addition. This week’s Nintendo eShop update illustrates Nintendo of Europe’s commitment to all three legacy platforms, catering to a variety of tastes.

With action-packed tanks, challenging retro platformers, artistic DLC, and twin-stick shooters, users have a solid array of choices to kick off their new year of gaming.

For more details and direct links, visit the official Nintendo eShop on your preferred platform.

Nintendo Capcom Agetec CIRCLE Entertainment Shanblue Interactive Ghosts 'n Goblins Touch Battle Tanks 3D Vampire Crystals New Art Academy Crystal Adventure Nintendo eShop Nintendo 3DS DSiWare WiiWare