Mario Super Sluggers coming to Wii

Nintendo has unveiled Mario Super Sluggers, a new Wii sports title due for release later in the year.

The firm revealed the game at its San Francisco media summit, and boasts controls similar to those seen in Wii Sports. The game is designed to bridge the gap between casual and core gamers, with simple play mechanics and added depth for the more hardcore player.

The game is currently scheduled for a June release in Japan, however no date has been confirmed for Europe or North America.