Rumor Confirmed: Wii Zapper to be bundled with Link’s Crossbow

Nintendo has officially confirmed the rumors regarding the Wii Zapper’s debut, as the peripheral will launch on November 19, 2007, for an MSRP of $19.99. Link’s Crossbow training, a simple Twilight Princess-themed shooting game, will be packed in with the Zapper.

The game sounds relatively simple but, given the price, could be a fun freebie. From the press release:

“Link’s Crossbow Training drops players into a world in the style of The Legend of Zelda(R): Twilight Princess. Players assume the identity of hero Link, who progresses through a series of tests to perfect his crossbow marksmanship. Start with stationary bull’s-eyes and graduate to moving targets before defending Link against all kinds of enemies.”

The Zapper will be compatible with upcoming Wii titles Medal of Honor Heroes, Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles and Ghost Squad.

Nintendo is really stressing the arcade light gun experience in order to keep all those casual gamers happy. Actually, having the first title essentially replicate boy-scout archery is probably a smart move. We don’t want Jack Thompson to begin talking about “murder simulation” on the Wii again.

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