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Best Nintendo Wii U Games for an 8 Year Old

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If you're looking for the best Nintendo Wii U games for an 8 year old, our experts are here to help. We've played, reviewed, and rated all of the biggest and best games, so you can be sure you're buying a game your child will love. Here's the list of our favourites, in order:

Super Mario 3D World

Fantastic four player platforming action the whole family can enjoy

Genre(s): Platform (3D)

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$3.96
Price correct as of 15:32, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

Cars 3: Driven to Win

The team that brought us Disney Infinity rise from the ashes with a great new racer

Genre(s): Racing (Arcade)

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$8.99
Price correct as of 13:11, Wednesday 10th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Yooka-Laylee

An old-fashioned platforming romp from the team behind Banjo-Kazooie? That's a recipe for a modern classic

Genre(s): Platform (3D)

LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens

We return to a galaxy far, far away, in one of the best LEGO adventures ever.

Genre(s): Platform (3D)

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$3.18
Price correct as of 23:10, Tuesday 9th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Disney Infinity 3.0: Rise Against the Empire

Relive the events of Star Wars Episodes IV-VI (i.e. the good films), from blowing up the Death Star to taking part in the Battle of Hoth, in this great expansion pack for Disney Infinity 3.0.

Note: This game is an add-on for Disney Infinity 3.0, and requires it to run

Genre(s): Action (3D)

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$13.41
Price correct as of 01:39, Wednesday 10th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Skylanders SuperChargers

The Skylanders take to the road, sea and sky in their latest figure-collecting adventure

Genre(s): Action (3D), Platform (3D)

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$24.95
Price correct as of 02:43, Tuesday 6th of December 2022, may not include postage. More info

Yoshi's Woolly World

Possibly the cuddliest platformer on the Wii U, Yoshi's Woolly World is an accessible, cute, 2D co-op platform game that's best enjoyed as a pair.

Genre(s): Platform (2D)

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$9.89
Price correct as of 10:06, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

Mario Kart 8

Letting up to four players battle it out in split-screen for pole position, Mario Kart 8's accessible tilt controls make this a game everyone can enjoy.

Genre(s): Racing (Arcade)

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$4.56
Price correct as of 13:42, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

LEGO The Hobbit

Middle Earth gets a bricky make-over as family friendly co-op fun visits Hobbiton

Genre(s): Adventure, Platform (3D)

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$5.34
Price correct as of 17:05, Wednesday 10th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Wii Party U

This simple, pick-up-and-play, yet incredibly fun mini-game collection will get the whole family involved, from the youngest to the young at heart. Perfect for parties.

Genre(s): Mini-game, Trivia, Card or Board Game

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$79.99
Price correct as of 08:56, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

LEGO Marvel Super Heroes

Assemble your Avengers! (And Fantastic Four, X-Men and, er, Rocket Raccoon), in this supercharged co-op LEGO adventure

Genre(s): Platform (3D)

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$1.99
Price correct as of 05:05, Thursday 11th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Just Dance 2014

Grab a Wii Remote (or stand in front of the camera on other formats) and dance along with the crazy routines to dozens of hits from the present day and yesteryear in this perfect party piece.

Genre(s): Music (Dance)

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$5.88
Price correct as of 10:37, Thursday 11th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

LEGO City Undercover

Back in bricks

Genre(s): Platform (3D)

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$3.06
Price correct as of 14:09, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

Just Dance 4

A wide range of tracks, plenty of fun routines, and the same get up and join in appeal Just Dance is known for make this a dancing game that'll get the whole family moving. Note: on PS4, PS3, Xbox 360 and Xbox One, this requires a camera add-on.

Genre(s): Music (Dance)

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$6.98
Price correct as of 08:18, Thursday 11th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Skylanders Imaginators

In this toys-to-life refresh, the greatest hero is the one you dream up yourself

Genre(s): Platform (3D)

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$18.08
Price correct as of 06:59, Thursday 11th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Starfox Zero

The age old shooter gets a motion-control enhanced sequel - but has the format stood the test of time?

Genre(s): Shooter (On the rails)

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$12.50
Price correct as of 11:39, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

Disney Infinity 3.0: Star Wars - The Force Awakens

Relive the film in a co-op adventure expansion for Disney Infinity 3.0

Note: This game is an add-on for Disney Infinity 3.0, and requires it to run

Genre(s): Action (3D)

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$4.00
Price correct as of 08:19, Friday 1st of April 2022, may not include postage. More info

Just Dance 2016

Hey Mama, This Is How We Do a dancing game

Genre(s): Music (Dance)

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$3.40
Price correct as of 19:57, Tuesday 9th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

LEGO Dimensions

LEGO Dimensions merges universes together, as our favourite co-op series goes toys-to-life. Bundling real life LEGO with a full game to play through, this is a game you'd love waking up to on Christmas morning.

Genre(s): Adventure

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$20.45
Price correct as of 01:03, Thursday 11th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

LEGO Jurassic World

A traditional LEGO adventure, LEGO Jurassic World is a co-op block-bashing, brick building tale that takes in all four Jurassic Park films, and offers hours and hours of fun.

Genre(s): Platform (3D)

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$3.02
Price correct as of 09:42, Thursday 11th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Kirby and the Rainbow Paintbrush

Using only the Wii U's stylus, draw a path for the rotund Kirby to follow through a world made entirely out of clay, collecting stars and bopping enemies as you go.

Genre(s): Platform (2D)

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$26.00
Price correct as of 12:39, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

Planes: Fire and Rescue

Dusty and the rest of the Disney Planes hit the Wii U - but can they save the day? With simple, top-down gameplay, you take control of the entire rescue crew as you protect the forest and its inhabitants from disasters, in a truly fantastic kids game.

Genre(s): Action (2D)

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$19.99
Price correct as of 16:13, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham

Heroes and villains come together to face a common foe in this co-op adventure

Genre(s): Adventure

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$1.99
Price correct as of 01:17, Thursday 11th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Just Dance 2015

Pick up and play simple dancing fun that'll get the whole family joining in. Note: on PS4, PS3, Xbox 360 and Xbox One, this requires a camera add-on.

Genre(s): Music (Dance)

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$3.23
Price correct as of 01:36, Thursday 11th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Skylanders Trap Team

Minis and villains join the fight for Skylands, as our favourite toy collecting adventure returns, with all the same co-op fun.

Genre(s): Action (3D), Platform (3D)

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$114.99
Price correct as of 01:03, Thursday 11th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Kirby's Dream Land 3

Pretty pink platformer floats onto the Wii U download store - but is it any good?

Genre(s): Platform (2D)

Nintendo Land

A controller coaster ride though Nintendo's best-loved games

Genre(s): Mini-game

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$2.62
Price correct as of 07:06, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

Just Dance 2018

It's that time of year again - Ubisoft's dancing extravaganza is back

Genre(s): Music (Dance)

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$10.36
Price correct as of 00:38, Thursday 11th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Disney Infinity Finding Dory Play Set

Disney Infinity goes out in style with this bittersweet Play Set adventure

Genre(s): Platform (2D)

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$9.98
Price correct as of 01:26, Thursday 11th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Rakoo & Friends

The Wii U gets a downloadable multiplayer race to get everyone playing

Genre(s): Action (2D)

LEGO Marvel's Avengers

The Marvel Universe gets a LEGO going over once more, in the game of the films

Genre(s): Adventure, Platform (3D)

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$3.39
Price correct as of 17:30, Wednesday 10th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Hello Kitty Kruisers

Cute and colourful racing with the Hello Kitty crew

Genre(s): Racing (Arcade)

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$49.99
Price correct as of 07:16, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

Citizens of Earth

A role playing game with a wicked sense of humour, Citizens of Earth has a lot in common with classic SNES game, Earthbound.

Genre(s): Role Playing Game (Turn Based Battles)

Just Dance Kids 2014

Same simple dancing fun, this time with songs aimed at a younger audience. Note: on Xbox 360 this requires a camera add-on.

Genre(s): Music (Dance)

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$3.49
Price correct as of 01:18, Thursday 11th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Rabbids Land

The Rabbids run amok in a theme park in this board game/mini-game mash-up.

Genre(s): Mini-game, Trivia, Card or Board Game

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$6.02
Price correct as of 15:59, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

FIFA 13

EPAL Ability Level
Level 3
Content Rating
OK

The football game returns for another season - but does it make the grade?

Genre(s): Sports (Football)

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$3.67
Price correct as of 06:27, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

Paper Mario: Colour Splash

The twilight of the Wii U proves to be an incredibly colourful one, as Paper Mario provides a stonkingly good adventure

Genre(s): Adventure

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$46.78
Price correct as of 09:28, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

Disney Infinity 3.0: Marvel Battlegrounds

The Avengers disassemble each other, in this four player brawler expansion

Note: This game is an add-on for Disney Infinity 3.0, and requires it to run

Genre(s): Action (3D)

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$39.51
Price correct as of 01:21, Wednesday 10th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures 2

Pac-Man may have been around longer than I've been, alive but he's no intention of fading away.

Genre(s): Platform (3D)

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$9.88
Price correct as of 11:29, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

Penguins of Madagascar

Everyone's favourite 00 penguins hit consoles this Christmas

Genre(s): Adventure

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$20.04
Price correct as of 23:32, Tuesday 9th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Angry Birds Star Wars

Bringing the same addictive, easy to learn, tricky to master Angry Birds gameplay to consoles, Angry Birds Star Wars is an out of this world catapulting tale.

Genre(s): Mini-game

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$4.99
Price correct as of 23:40, Tuesday 9th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Mario & Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games

Chill out with the plumber and the hedgehog as they hit the slopes once more

Genre(s): Mini-game

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$15.50
Price correct as of 13:43, Sunday 24th of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

Pokemon Rumble U

This arcade take on Pokemon swaps turn-based battles and levelling for button mashing arenas, as up to four players take on stages full of 'mon in battle.

Genre(s): Beat 'em up

Disney Infinity 3.0: Toy Box Speedway

Disney Infinity's racing expansion takes you to familiar worlds, in unusual vehicles

Note: This game is an add-on for Disney Infinity 3.0, and requires it to run

Genre(s): Racing (Arcade)

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$12.54
Price correct as of 08:33, Friday 5th of April 2024, may not include postage. More info

Mario Party 10

As S Club 7 once said, this ain't no party like a Mario Party

Genre(s): Mini-game

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$19.76
Price correct as of 23:24, Saturday 23rd of November 2024, may not include postage. More info

The Girl and the Robot

An unlikely duo join forces in this puzzling fairytale adventure

Genre(s): Adventure, Puzzle

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