Splatoon
Nintendo has a model for players that has always worked: sit down, play a game, play a lot of it, play even more, take no breaks because the game is just addictive, remember it forever.
"Splatoon" is no exception, being a shooter that never leaves you unhappier than before sitting down. It involves a brilliantly executed, simple concept, and the best part is it never lets you get frustrated. You move around the environment of the game by shooting ink as a humanoid and then transforming into a squid so you can swim through the ink.
You play against an enemy team in a variety of game types, the default mode being Turf Wars. In this mode you must ink as much territory as you can within a time limit.
Verdict: Simple to get into but very difficult to master.
Mario Kart 8
The overdue high-resolution edition that Nintendo owed us for so long came equipped with many game changes that added a retro feel to the shiny new look. "Mario Kart 8" was the welcome mat into Nintendo’s HD era.
Aside from the graphics, this game allows players to upload their racing highlights to YouTube, contains gimmicks like anti-gravity sections and no longer ends friendships as Blue Shells can finally be countered.
Verdict: The best multiplayer Wii U game.
Honorable Mentions
"Super Mario 3D World" and "Super Smash Bros for Wii U" — the titles speak for themselves and are simply always a must-play, as it’s highly unlikely that Nintendo ever drops the ball on its flagship titles.
