Nintendo is finally doling out the release dates for some of the bigger games coming out on 3DS this Fall, from Professor Layton & the Miracle Mask to Skylanders Giants and even Paper Mario: Sticker Star.
Remember, with the exception of two games on this list, these are only games being published by Nintendo for 3DS; this list does not represent the entirety of the 3DS Fall lineup. Check out the list of release dates below-
Art Academy: Lessons for Everyone - Oct. 1
The next installment of Art Academy, where users of any skill level can learn painting and drawing techniques as well as share and upload certain content via Spotpass. Additional lessons will also be available via DLC.
Crosswords Plus - Oct. 1
The next installment of Crosswords (which was on DS), which will feature more than 1,000 different crossword puzzles, as well as wordsearch, anagrams, and a new Word of the Day mode. Users can also share and receive puzzles via Streetpass or receive bonus puzzles via Spotpass.
Sparkle Snapshots 3D - Oct. 18
E-shop exlusive that lets you customize your photos with 3D effects. Users will be able to share their creations wirelessly with friends as well as transfer them to SD card and such.
Skylanders Giants (Activision) - Oct. 21
More than 20 new figures to collect and play with in-game, including Giants that are twice the size of normal Skylanders, and Lightcore Skylanders that light up in real life and in-game when placed on the Portal of Power. See more info here.
Style Savvy: Trendsetters - Oct. 22
Players run their own full-scale fashion shop where they help customers keep up with the latest trends, buying new clothes for their store and sharing creations online.
Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask - Oct. 28
Solve of dozens of puzzles through a brand new storyline as you try and solve the mystery of the Miracle Mask. Players will be able to download a new puzzle every day for 365 days starting from release date, free of charge.
Freakyforms Deluxe, Your Creations Alive! - Nov. 5
Players will create their own creatures and use them to explore a planet that they can customize. This new version of the game features content not previously available in the eShop version, such as dungeons to explore, added creation functionality, and new special powers.
Paper Mario: Sticker Star - Nov. 11
The Paper Mario series returns in 3D, and this time, the gameplay revolves around using stickers to win battles and solve puzzles.
Disney Epic Mickey: Power of Illusion (Disney Interactive) - Nov. 18
Inspired by the classic game, Castle of Illusion: Starring Mickey Mouse, this game will feature new ways of interacting with the world using paint and paint thinner.
No doubt we'll be hearing more release dates for more 3DS games as well as the Fall months creep ever closer. One thing remains unclear though- where is Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon?
Which games are you looking forward to on this list?