VIDEO: Chibi-Robo returns with 3DS eShop game Photo Finder

Nintendo has announced GameCube platformer star Chibi-Robo will receive a sequel next month on 3DS.

Chibi-Robo: Photo Finder will have the title character running errands for a museum curator looking for photos of real world objects.

Players will be charged with snapping shots of items around their actual surroundings for Chibi-Robo to complete various missions.

The title is set to launch via the 3DS eShop on January 9th, and will also pack community-driven photo challenges on top of the standard campaign.

Here’s a look at the new trailer (released as part of today’s Nintendo Direct conference):