Hudson Soft seems to know what's up -- if a snowboarding game isn't going to be a new SSX, at least let players use weapons. That seems to be the deal with the just announced WiiWare title, Snowboard Riot. 

The game will allow players to use rockets and bombs, which -- if I recall correctly -- was not the reason my ass and legs were killing me the morning after I went snowboarding that one time. The game will support four-players of the Nintendo Wi-Fi connection, as well as Balance Board support, for those of you who actually have one of those. (Side-note: I do, and still haven't used mine yet!)

Oakley will also be lending their name and products to Snowboard Riot, so you'll be able to deck out your boarder in the latest in fancy snowboarding gear. Combine that with the previously-mentioned Balance Board support, and Hudson says they're "providing a realistic snowboard experience." With homing missiles and invisibility power-ups. 

Sounds good.

HUDSON ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES SNOWBOARD RIOT FOR
DIGITAL DOWNLOAD ON Wii

A Unique Twist on Snowboarding Using Weapons!

REDWOOD CITY, CA - November 11, 2008 - Hudson Entertainment, the North American publishing arm of HUDSON SOFT, today announced that Snowboard Riot, a distinctive
snowboarding game unlike anything players have ever encountered will be coming to WiiWare. Snowboarding will reach new heights when players take to the slopes with action-packed racing utilizing weapons such as homing bullets and invisibility!

"Snowboard Riot is not your standard snowboarding game," said Sabine Duvall, Vice President of Product Development at Hudson Entertainment. "A snowboarding game is a rush by itself, but when you add weapons, it becomes even more exciting. Add in online play for four people and you have the perfect game for both snowboarding and action-racing fans"

While snowboarding is already an exhilarating activity, nothing can prepare players for Snowboard Riot. Battle with up to 4 boarders using the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection to race online and blow away the competition. Weapons such as mines and turbo are available to give players an edge fighting it out on the mountain.

Gamers have several control options, as they can use the Wii Remote and Nunchuk or the Wii Balance Board to carve their way to victory. Just like a real snowboard, players can lean left and right on the Wii Balance Board, providing a realistic snowboard experience. Boarders can also choose from four characters to bomb the slopes, and can customize their look with Oakley apparel and goggles to improve their performance.