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[E3 2015] Skylanders SuperChargers – Nintendo Amiibo Announcement, Screenshots, Trailer

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It was Activision and the franchise’s various developers which helped really pioneer the “Toys to Life” genre back in 2011 with Skylanders: Spyro’s Adventure. With Nintendo launching their own very successful line of amiibo figures in 2014, one might expect there to be some rivalry between the two companies. Instead, E3 2015 has seen Nintendo and Activision form a collaboration for the Nintendo platform versions of Skylanders SuperChargers.

Available exclusively in Starter Packs for the Wii U, Wii and Nintendo 3DS versions of Skylanders SuperChargers, it will be possible to bring in new versions of Donkey Kong and Bowser into your game. Developed by Vicarious Visions, Skylanders Superchargers introduces Turbo Charge Donkey Kong and Hammer Slam Bowser, which usher in a first-of-its-kind collaboration for the Skylanders franchise. With a changeable stand, it will be possible to use both of these new figures in Skylanders and in amiibo supported games.

Activision claim that the goal of this creative collaboration was to honour the personalities and heritage of Donkey Kong and Bowser, while creating a fresh look and feel for the guest stars in Skylands. For example, Turbo Charge Donkey Kong’s powers and attacks include barrel throws and exploding bongos and other classic Donkey Kong powers that pay homage to the lore of the character, as well as exciting new moves for the iconic character. Hammer Slam Bowser’s powers range from commanding Koopas, summoning Warp Pipes as well as fierce fire-breathing attacks.

Bobby Kotick | Chief Executive Officer of Activision Blizzard

Activision Blizzard has always cherished our collaboration with Nintendo, and we are grateful for decades of partnership. Since we made the first toys-to-life game, some of our most dedicated players have been Nintendo fans around the world. Skylanders is delighted to welcome beloved guest stars Donkey Kong and Bowser into its magical world.

Satoru Iwata | President of Nintendo Co., Ltd

Activision’s Skylanders games have been very popular on Nintendo platforms, and we hope this collaboration will delight fans of the franchise. We believe this unique approach will help expand the entire category and make it appealing to even more players.

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