Minecraft: Story Mode Hits Wii U This Week

Telltale Games has finally announced when Wii U owners will be able to experience Minecraft Story Mode and it is sooner than expected, in fact its later this week. Players will be able to purchase the first episode, or the season pass to get all 5 episodes at a discounted price.

"Working with Nintendo, we're tremendously excited to be bringing our unique style of storytelling to Wii U for the first time, and we couldn't be happier to be kicking things off with a series like 'Minecraft: Story Mode' that allows players of all ages to craft their own adventure across the Minecraft universe," said Kevin Bruner, CEO and Co-Founder of Telltale Games.

The game will feature off-TV play and mirroring, so players can continue the story on the Wii U GamePad controller, as well as seamlessly integrated touch-control options that allow players to use the joysticks and buttons or simply tap and guide the story directly on the screen at any time.

"Telltale Games is synonymous with quality gaming and compelling content," said Steve Singer, VP of Publisher & Developer Relations at Nintendo of America Inc. "We are thrilled that Nintendo fans will have the opportunity to experience this first-hand with the debut of 'Minecraft: Story Mode' on Wii U."