Nintendo Life's Top Nintendo eShop Picks: 20 Essential 3DS and DSiWare Games for Summer

Nintendo Life's Top Nintendo eShop Picks: 20 Essential 3DS and DSiWare Games for Summer As the summer heats up, fans of the Nintendo 3DS and DSiWare platforms have another reason to revisit the Nintendo eShop: Nintendo Life, one of the industry’s most trusted voices, has returned with a new curated shelf highlighting 20 must-have digital games.

After last year's overwhelmingly positive reception, Nintendo has once again collaborated with the editorial team at Nintendo Life, bringing together influential writers to select standout titles sure to enhance any gamer’s digital library. Available exclusively in the North American Nintendo eShop, this special feature shines a spotlight on downloadable gems perfect for both on-the-go gaming and at-home relaxation.

The list encompasses a wide range of genres and game types, from reimagined classics to inventive indie releases, catering to players looking for summer escapism or those hunkering down during a rainy day. Curated by Four Experienced Writers Nintendo Life’s team, including seasoned editors Tom, Phil (known as Chicken Brutus), Drake, and downloads editor Corbie, has carefully chosen five favorites each, highlighting games that represent the best of what the Nintendo eShop has to offer on the 3DS and DSiWare.

Together, their recommendations cover everything from retro classics to modern indie sensations: Tom’s Picks: Tom favored a balanced mix, selecting enhanced classics and 3DS-exclusive downloads.

Headliners include the timeless "Super Mario Bros." (NES), the immersive "Zen Pinball 3D," "3D Classics: Kirby's Adventure," "Freakyforms: Your Creations, Alive!", and "3D Classics: Xevious." Phil’s Selections: Phil brought attention to clever puzzlers and indie favorites, such as the gravity-flipping "Antipole" (DSiWare) and the frenetic "Bird Mania 3D," alongside "VVVVVV," "Mega Man: Dr.

Wily's Revenge" (Game Boy), and "Avenging Spirit" (Game Boy). Drake’s Choices: For those who relish a challenge, Drake aimed for skill-testing titles and creative outlets.

His recommendations included "Mutant Mudds," "Donkey Kong" (Game Boy), the artistic "Colors! 3D," "BurgerTime Deluxe" (Game Boy Color), and "3D Classics: Kid Icarus." Corbie’s Recommendations: Corbie curated a selection that blends nostalgia with innovation, from "Adventure Island" (Game Boy) and "The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening DX" (Game Boy Color) to WayForward’s action-packed "Mighty Switch Force!", "Art of Balance: Touch!", and "Pushmo/Pullblox." Celebrating the Collaboration In a statement reflecting the enthusiasm of the editorial team, Nintendo Life's editors expressed delight at their ongoing partnership with Nintendo of America, which enables them to guide players towards some of the digital storefront's best content.

This initiative underlines Nintendo’s commitment to spotlighting high-quality, downloadable experiences for handheld fans. The curated shelf aims not only to boost discovery for popular titles but also to introduce new gamers to iconic franchises and indie standouts available on the eShop.

With selections ranging from "Super Mario Bros." to "Mighty Switch Force!," there’s something for every player. The Nintendo Life eShop shelf is accessible now for North American users.

Gamers are encouraged to explore these editorial picks and share their favorites within the Nintendo Life community.

Special thanks are extended to Nintendo of America for their ongoing support in highlighting the best digital entertainment the Nintendo platform has to offer.

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