US eShop 14/08: Super Mario Kart, Mega Man 5, Double Dragon II

It's classic racing and futuristic side-scrolling action in the US eShop and virtual console line-up this week.

Leading the pack is the much-loved Nintendo racer Super Mario Kart, joined by Capcom's side-scrolling blaster, Mega Man 5 with newcomers including Shut the Box and Jett Tailfin. Wii U players can also take a step back in time with Double Dragon II and Life Force.

Wii U Downloads

• Super Mario Kart (VC)
• Mega Man 5 (VC)
• Cybernator (VC)
• Double Dragon II (VC)
• Life Force (VC) - 21st August
• Jett Tailfin
• Shut the Box
  

Nintendo 3DS Downloads

• Steel Diver: Sub Wars update
• The Mysterious Murasame Castle (VC)
  

Nintendo 3DS eShop

• Discounts on various UFO Interactive Games - Johnny Impossible, Samurai Sword Destiny, Zombie Slayer Diox and more from 12 August to 2nd September.
• Internal Invasion - from $4.99 to $1.99 till 9am PT on 8th August.