brochiller
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These sound delicious.
But yeah, I think we're in for something special from Nintendo this year. I kind of wish my hype levels weren't already this high in February, but that's how it goes.
Wii U Speculation Thread 2: Can't take anymore of this!!!
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These sound delicious.
But yeah, I think we're in for something special from Nintendo this year. I kind of wish my hype levels weren't already this high in February, but that's how it goes.
Gianni Merryman
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That would be my wet dream indeed as well and I've been thinking about a HL3 release on WiiU myself since last E3; in fact if Nintendo should settle an agreement with Valve and supply the WiiU with adequate tech specifics as to comply with HL's new engine's hardware requirements, well, that would be one of those smart moves they should make in order to gain the general attention and praise, at least for what concerns the Western market(for Japan maybe they should need to announce another big IP iteration).
fabricated backlash
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I would puke.
Mr. MondayNight
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Hey guys I'm new to the Gaf but I've been watching this thread since the first speculation thread and I would like to say thank you guys for making the wait for E3 all the more enjoyable and here['s hoping I can contribute to the conversation without sounding/looking like a complete noob.
AceBandage
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Well, if you've been following these threads, then you should be just fine.
Welcome to GAF!
Gianni Merryman
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Hurt PS3 and XBox360's sales?
I don't think so.
PS3 and X360 have a steady solid userbase, so WiiU's versions are bound to sell less, at least as in its early months it will probably start slowly.
The real question is, how much effort third-parties are going to put in upgrading PS360 multiplatforms if they could easily get away with a just slightly improved port?
For sure, in the cases when a PC version is expected, WiiU's one could be allegedly based on that rather than PS360's ones.
As for GTA5, either way a WiiU version - provided they are actually going to announce it - would take advantage of WiiU tablet, for example to take the hud and the map off the TV screen.
Also, try imagine switching radio channels and adjusting volume from the tablet(with music coming off Utablet's speakers).
Much potential in it.
brochiller
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Talking about putting everything from the GTA HUD really makes me hope that developers give us the option of what we want on the TV and what we want on the Wii U controller. For instance, I think having the map up on the TV would be better than having it on the controller since you need to look at that all the time when driving around. Ammo and health could go on the controller though since you don't need to look at those as often.
Hopefully they give us the option of switching their locations by just tapping a button on the screen or something.
Gianni Merryman
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That sounds pretty reasonable, a customizable HUD would be nice.
Mr. MondayNight
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I'm hoping for a MMORPG at launch hopefully I will see Dragon Quest X at E3.
jump_button
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Most third-parties don't want to have to try anything they be happy if everything was the same, and that why Sony and MS cant try something like this they need a strong first party like Big N
but doing so put third-parties off from trying
but doing so put third-parties off from trying
Leave, leave now whilst you can! This thread is just a downward spiral into insanity...
bgassassin
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That was the intent. It's rather effective I see.
Boohbah
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mm9HYtKrkdg
Gianni Merryman
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Yes, we may see something, although I'm not expecting it to be a launch title, as they'll probably wait till the userbase grows to a decent level.
This is what I'm hoping for too as I think it'd be great hype generator.
Gianni Merryman
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I was nearly there, as they're both children TV shows!
That was the intent. It's rather effective I see.
Boohbah
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mm9HYtKrkdg
bgassassin
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^ You know you like the new one Ubermatik. And that video is awesome yes?
It had been so long seen I captured those pictures (I have three others), that I couldn't remember the name and thought you were correct.
So enough about me (it's really always about me
). I think the 3DS will get a max of 45 minutes (probably less) of E3 time while Wii U gets the majority. They have to boast about all the money hatting they did.
There's no way I would let my kids watch that if I had any.
It had been so long seen I captured those pictures (I have three others), that I couldn't remember the name and thought you were correct.
So enough about me (it's really always about me
). I think the 3DS will get a max of 45 minutes (probably less) of E3 time while Wii U gets the majority. They have to boast about all the money hatting they did.I´m expecting something in line with E3 2006, where they started with Miyamoto on stage "directing" Wii Music and it was about Wii for 35-40 minutes before they talked about DS for 15 minutes. Last 10-15 minutes was back to Wii again to finish of the press conference. Ending was playing Wii tennis Reggie, Miyamoto, Iwata and some dude.
lunchwithyuzo
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I think the western version of DQX will probably launch simultaneously across Wii and Wii U. Userbase shouldn't be much of a worry with the Wii version backing things up.
I also don't expect it until 2013 though. For 2012 I'm just hoping for DQ IIIIII Anniversary and Slime Morimori 3. Then DQX and DQM3D in 2013.
It would be a good Japanese launch title if its paired with some other games to make people choose the Wii U version over the Wii one
That was the intent. It's rather effective I see.
Boohbah
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mm9HYtKrkdg
"Beneath this shroud lies the answers you seek"
Tell me about the Wii U, you can trust me, I'm a piece of wood.
bgassassin
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I'd be surprised to see it on Wii in the West. I see them focusing on the Wii U version only for NA and Europe.
I think they will scrap the tablet idea and instead let the world witness the return of the almighty "NEW POWERGLOVE" (with integrated vitality sensor and force feedback)
Minority Report future confirmed.
bgassassin
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I thought I already proved that logs lie?
Not sure why, but this made me laugh aloud!
I don't know whether this is old or the right place to post this, but I want the next Zelda to look like this:
fanmade Zelda trailer
fanmade Zelda trailer
Gianni Merryman
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For reference, this is Igglepiggle.
As you can see your avatar with its blue fur and big eyes somehow looks similar.
/ot
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Rösti
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It's a nice creation, I'd like to know what software he uses (I reckon Autodesk Maya). Also kinda neat he works for Big Park Studios (Kinect Joy Ride, Kinect Sports Season 2). He oughta join NST or Retro, as a stepping stone, if he likes The Legend of Zelda that much. But regarding the trailer I can say I found the shading a bit off (0:20), but otherwise it's impressive and an art style like that would certainly suffice to me at least. We know though what happened due to the procrastination of a "real" The Legend of Zelda (in comparison to The Wind Waker), so Nintendo might not want to go all in on such an idea again.
Oh, I'm totally OK with this! Either a Zelda Windwaker style or another Skyward Sword style would make me very happy.
I think an improved SS style would fit a Wii U Zelda most. Imagine, no jaggies, even more details and a world as huge as Xenoblade's...
AceBandage
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I bet they'll do with a more "realistic" style for Zelda U.
And a more cartoony one for the 3DS game.
And a more cartoony one for the 3DS game.
Rösti;34839658 said:
Maya with toon shaders, After Effects for integrating some of the effects and Photoshop for the texture work/static backgrounds etc.
*EDIT* ^ Yeah, same - Toon Link has found his home on handhelds as of late and I really think Nintendo could show off the power of the Wii U with a gorgeous, HD, realistic Zelda. Can't wait, to be honest.
MasterSheen
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Anouma has said that Zelda Wii U won't use the same art style as Skyward Sword. He also said the new 3DS Zelda won't be connected to the DS Zelda games, so toon link likely won't return for the next games.
fabricated backlash
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A shame, a HD toon shaded art style would look amazing.
When has Zelda ever taken the generational tag? Heck 3D Mario games haven't used the generational tag since the first 3D Mario. (Mind you, Gamecube didn't have a tag)
Point is, I expect U to only be used on games like Wii Sports and such.
They weren't really concrete examples. Even on non-generational games which we can't know the name of yet, I can not think of a single case where U wouldn't sound awful.
U Music.
It sends off vibes of low-budget ripoffs with their own not-quite-Mii systems for Wii this gen.
AceBandage
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U2 Music
I can agree that U Sports and U Music would be terrible titles. Then again I'm still hoping that Wii U won't be the final console name. Still, I wouldn't care in the end since it wouldn't be the games I would actually buy that would have U in the title.
EatinOlives
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I'm confident that Wii U isn't the final name. Not after Nintendo has spent months saying they've regretted naming their new handheld "3DS" because it only confused customers.
I can't remember their specific wording on their Dolphin/Revolution naming wherever it was that they announced those consoles. Did they say from the very beginning that they were only codenames? Because if they did that'd be all the bigger reason to think the name's going to be changed.
I can't remember their specific wording on their Dolphin/Revolution naming wherever it was that they announced those consoles. Did they say from the very beginning that they were only codenames? Because if they did that'd be all the bigger reason to think the name's going to be changed.
Lord Ghirahim
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MasterSheen
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When did they say this?
Worst sountrack in a game ever, cofirmed?
The code name for Wii U was Project Café.
bgassassin
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Yeah when I looked it up, I knew it was different.
EatinOlives
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I can't find it at the moment, but I'm pretty sure Iwata made a remark at some point saying the 3DS name was confusing customers into thinking it was only a DS upgrade rather than a new handheld.
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