With the upcoming release of the Nintendo Switch and the success of Nintendo’s Pokémon Sun and Moon, 2017 is turning out to be their year. Now to further the hype for the Japanese gaming company’s products, Nintendo has announced the release of a special edition Yellow Pikachu 3DS XL to be launched within the next few months along with several new game titles.

If you are a fan of Nintendo’s hand-held 3DS devices, we’re you will be positively delighted when this Pikachu edition of the 3DS hits shelves, especially if you are also a Pokémon fan. Sporting a yellow color scheme, this version of the 3DS XL will be featuring an adorable drawing of one of Pokémon’s most beloved characters. Being described as “an electrifying new design,” this new 3DS will be hitting shelves on February 24th and will be sold for $199.99 so keep a lookout so as not to miss your chance to get your hands on one of these bad boys!

As far as games are concerned, Nintendo plans on releasing several new titles over the next couple months. First up on the list releasing February 3rd is Poochy & Yoshi’s Woolly World. Previously only available on the Wii U, Poochy & Yoshi’s Woolly World features a Craft Yoshi Editor where you can create stop-motion animated adventures starring Yoshi and Poochy along with challenging stages that you can dash through as Poochy. An all new Yarn Poochy amiibo figure will be released alongside this delightful new game.

Next up is Tank Troopers set to release on February 16th.

Storm the battlefield in one of 36 customizable tanks in this tank warfare shooter exclusive to Nintendo eShop. The digital game supports up to six players battling against each other in teams or free-for-all in local multiplayer* matches. Colorful characters with unique personalities, a variety of different maps and modes, and creative challenges combine to make Tank Troopers a fun and engaging multiplayer experience.

We also have Mario Sports Superstars hitting the shelves on March 24th. Mario Sports Superstars will feature five various sports including Soccer, Tennis, Golf, Baseball, and making its debut in a Mario sports game, Horse Racing. Each game mode features Mario and friends and can be played in local or multiplayer arenas. Also being made available on March 24th, to compliment the game, will be all new Mario Sports Superstars amiibo cards. The new ambiio cards will give players fun character bonuses when used in game and will be sold for $4.99 in blind packs of five. As a limited offer, Nintendo is putting a single ambiio card in with the Mario Sports Superstars game for when it launches, so be sure to get your copy quick!

Become a Superstar in five sports – each one supercharged with unexpected thrills!

Joining the classic lineup of Nintendo Select games in 2017 are the critically acclaimed 3DS games Kirby Triple Deluxe and Mario & Luigi: Dream Team. Nintendo Select games retail at $19.99 and these newly added titles will be available in stores starting mid-February.

Also being released in 2017 will be a new Pikmin game available exclusively for the 3DS system family. Journey through a tiny yet harsh environment as Captain Olimar utilizing the unique abilities of the Pikmin to solve puzzles, fend off enemies, and destroy obstacles to navigate to your goal. An official title has not yet been announced neither has a launch date, so be sure to stay tuned!

Looks like we already have an impressive lineup to look forward to from Nintendo this year and that’s only covering through March! Be sure to stay tuned to Don’t Feed the Gamers for all your gaming updates and we’ll be sure to keep you up to speed on what’s happening in the gaming world. What do you think of all these great releases? And how awesome is that new Pikachu 3DS XL?! Sound off in the comments below and until next time, happy gaming!