Right now, right this second, according to NIntendo, you can get on your Wii and download three new classics from the Wii Shopping Channel for your Wii's virtual console.

I know a lot of people were excited about Nintendo's generic Icy Hockey hitting, but Tennis, I really did despise that game, even when it was cutting edge. Fortunately, they make up for the offensive Tennis game by also releasing Sega Genesis classic Space Harrier II and Military Madness from the TurboGrafx16.

Hit the jump for the prices and official descriptions... Tennis, phhhht! Brian Crecente

Tennis (NES(R), 1-2 players, 500 Wii Points): Players slam a serve, fire a
blazing backhand and smash a forehand volley on their way to winning the
victory cup. Players can choose between five different levels of difficulty,
ranging from Beginner all the way up to Advanced. If players want to become
true champs, they should be ready to show off their most brilliant lobs and
most powerful smashes. Play a singles match or grab a partner for doubles, and
then choose an opponent. Players control the moves in tennis action so
intense, they'll almost believe they're at center court.

Space Harrier II(TM) (Sega Genesis, 1 player, 800 Wii Points): Fantasyland
has been taken over by destructive forces, and a call for help comes from deep
in the universe. Space Harrier is quick on the scene, armed with his laser, to
defeat wave after wave of destructive forces through 12 thrilling stages, with
a dangerous boss waiting at the end of each round.

Military Madness(TM) (TurboGrafx16, 1-2 players, 600 Wii Points): Military
Madness is a futuristic simulation game that throws the player into the middle
of a war on the moon's surface. The rules are simple, making it easy for
newcomers to enjoy the thrills of this war-strategy game. Players can see
easy-to-understand, detailed instructions from the Title screen. Military
Madness is also turn-based, allowing players to devise their strategy before
they move. To top it off, the units players have for each stage are already
decided, allowing them to concentrate on commanding. Use the terrain and
surround enemies to claim victory. Fight through all 16 stages and thwart the
enemy's ambitions!

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