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Wii U Community Thread
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*rolleyes*
Thanks, Sid, for not listening and even throwing a big bucket of oil in the fire with that added sentence (which is a false statement/wild guess presented as fact to top it off).
Really, great work.
Black system, no additional peripherals, ZombiU and Pikmin ... then I'll probably be broke (or in debt)
EatChildren
Currently polling second in Australia's federal election (first in the Gold Coast), this feral may one day be your Bogan King.
No idea. I mean, they'll do events for all kinds of media, because Nintendo will be selling this product to everyone. But I don't know the tone of this particular event.
I'm pretty wary of belief Nintendo will reveal anything truly significant prior to launch, full stop. Though I don't find the line-up very appealing, they've got enough software to push them through the launch period. I'd be more inclined to believe bigger announcement would be saved for early next year and E3 2013 when the appeal of launch software has dwindled and the marketing push needs a kick up the pants.
ShockingAlberto
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I am expecting launch details then separate hands-on and trailer releases afterward.
I do not expect many huge unannounced game reveals at the September conference.
I do not expect many huge unannounced game reveals at the September conference.
I'm pretty sure it's that, the Wii one and 3DS one showed a lot.
axisofweevils
Holy crap! Today's real megaton is that more than two people can have the same first name.
If it helps, CNet seemingly has a picture of the actual NYC Event Invitation
http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-57497493-1/nintendo-to-hold-wii-u-event-in-nyc-on-september-13/
http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-57497493-1/nintendo-to-hold-wii-u-event-in-nyc-on-september-13/
Absolutely. But I do not think this holds true for the Japanese event.
gamergirly
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That sucks. Would fly to New York for another Wii U event hehe
GiantEnemyGoomba
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I'm getting a black launch WiiU. Getting Mario, Pikmin, Batman and ACIII (hopefully that one releases close to launch, sounds like it could be pushed back) for sure. ZombiU, Lego City, P100 and Rayman are on my radar.
Mihael Mello Keehl
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There doesnt have to be a big reveal though. It could just be out there....whatever it is
RETRO
gamergirly
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Considering everything, this thread has done good. On its what? 5th iteration
Same here.
I warn you crazies again, do not expect the new Retro/MonolithSoft game to be shown or announcements of Metroid/F-Zero caliber. I repeat. Do. Not. Expect. Those!
If Nintendo throws is a cool bone like that, we'll be even more surprised and excited. But going into that event thinking "oh that'll happen" will surely end in e-Tears.
edit: woo I got Member'd two posts ago
edit2: oh god, I should've maybe phrased that differently ...
If it helps, CNet seemingly has a picture of the actual NYC Event Invitation
http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-57497493-1/nintendo-to-hold-wii-u-event-in-nyc-on-september-13/
If CNet got one, it probably means it's open press invitations.
I'm fine with the way it is. I'm only interested in Nintendo products, so I'm only here on NeoGAF to post with Nintendo fans about Nintendo products. The second I can't do that anymore because we have trolls shitting up the place every other post is the day I just bounce from GAF and go somewhere else. This is nice here...no reason to fix something that isn't broke.
GiantEnemyGoomba
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Soooo, *when* are you expecting those game reveals?
Hijacking the answer...
February Nintendo Direct to warm up for GDC and kickstart the new year. But not all of them, probably just small teases. Big stuff will still be saved for E3. But they definitely need to put their cards on the table before that to keep the momentum going.
EatChildren
Currently polling second in Australia's federal election (first in the Gold Coast), this feral may one day be your Bogan King.
But did they show anything new? Remember, Nintendo and third parties have the following to heavily market over the Wii U launch period:
- Nintendo Land
- Pikmin 3
- New Super Mario Bros. Wii U
- Ninja Gaiden
- Project P-100
- Zombi U
- Scribblenauts Unlimited
- Rayman Legends
- Rabbids Land
- Lego City
- Arkham City
- Mass Effect 3
- Darksiders 2
- Fifa 13
- Colonial Marines
- Black Ops II
- And more.
There's a lot of software in the pipes for Nintendo's 'launch window'. Ports or not, third parties will want their release games marketed. Nintendo will want to push the early software hard, and not overshadow them with announcements of software still far away.
We still have a lot to learn about these games too. We've been seeing the same Pikmin 3, P-100 and NSMBU levels over and over. We don't know the full extent of how they're integrated with the Wii U's social networking features, or what extra gameplay quirks they contain. Nintendo will want to really sell these games as these are the ones first out the gate, so we're going to hear more about these before we hear about new stuff.
Anything is possible, but I do think it's wise to keep expectations in check. We've got a lot more to learn about the Wii U in general, let alone the software we already know about. I'd love to have some surprises thrown our way, but I don't see many happening before launch. And if anything happens I expect it will be some Japanese third party ports.
Kacho
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I'm not so sure E3 will be the big reveal place for Nintendo going forward. I'm sure we'll get a few nuggets, but their primary source of game reveals seems to be Nintendo Direct. Should be interesting to see how Nintendo handles their announcements for the next few years.
GameplayWhore
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I'm not sold on a launch window purchase, not by a long shot. But assuming that I do, here's my rundown:
I'd get a Black Wii U.
I would enthusiastically buy Rayman Legends and Zombi U. I'd consider Arkham City a few months later. There's nothing from Nintendo that I'm hard set on, though it is likely that I would eventually pick up NSMBU, just because I like platformers a lot. There are a few others, including but not limited to Pikmin 3, P-100, and A:CM, that I have some minor degree of interest in but could be won over with.
And, you guys know me; I'd do some pretty desperate things for "TimeSplitters 4: It's Time U Split!".
We will absolutely see Japanese 3rd party stuff, and I bet there will be some relatively noteworthy stuff. Remember, we've seen virtually nothing from Japan so far.
ShockingAlberto
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I am not discontent with the announced software. If I bought one at launch, I would get at least two games.
But I really need to know price and hear the words "account system."
But I really need to know price and hear the words "account system."
GameplayWhore
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Seventh, if you count the E3 thread as one. Sixth otherwise.
Haven't we already heard those words, or at least equivalent details ? (edit: talking about accounts, not about price)
I just want to see some evidence of Japanese support and I'll probably be there at launch.
Spieler Eins
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No, they did what you further suggest in the post. Went into detail with launch software and what has already been partially known. Afterwards, journalists got to play the stuff.
I remember how Jonathan Ross (the host for the EU conference) tweeted how fans would be pleased, then everyone assumed Metroid and whatnots coming. And of course, there wasn't a single new game announcement after all.
That's a vast minority, most people would not buy consoles by that prices.
Probably black with no peripherals. I might get a Pro Controller if I need to, but probably not. As for games, definitely NSMBU and Little Inferno (honestly, id I had to get only one game, it would be this one. I loved World of Goo so much). Possibly Arkham City, but only if Rayman Legends isn't at launch (then I'll get that).
Big stuff = new Metroid/Zelda. The stuff that is geared towards the cinematic/action/epic adventure crowd. The stuff we'd refer to as megaton will still be an E3 thing.
The Fire Emblems, handheld Zeldas and Animal Crossings of the world will be come via Nintendo Directs, yes.
you can't add up optional DLC to the retail price and take the ridiculous PS3 launch price from 6 years ago as an example. that's reaching a bit.
Check that "quantum" thread.
Nostremitus
Member
Certainly not this guy, I'm enlisted. I don't make a lot. I have to budget for the hobby.
Yeah, that one dude sure is the majority.
Shadow Hog
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No. I will eventually get one, but nothing makes me want it right now. Instead, I'll probably put money into my older consoles.
Not entirely sure. Not especially enthused with either color, these days. Might get white just to remain consistent with my Wii, though.
I'd almost certainly get New Super Mario Bros. U out of tradition, and Rayman Legends based on nostalgia for the first two Rayman games (despite them playing nothing like Origins or Legends). Maybe Assassin's Creed III for the novelty of a Revolutionary War setting, maybe Pikmin 3 as an introduction into that series. I want Batman, but can't justify it since I already have the game, and pretty much all DLC for it, on Steam.
There were 3, actually. I'm just overreacting, I guess. It's just that those statements really disgusted me. Like, you would HAVE to want gaming to go extinct to want those prices.
I agree. I don't really mind either way, but I just think that the thread will be cleaner/more focused here.
There will be a lot of good threads with news coming out of the Sept 13th conference that can be the gaming side representation of what is going on.
Lastly, everything Alberto said.
gamergirly
Member
That's really a lot of how I feel. I'm "good" but not exactly satisfied. A sneak peek at Mario or Zelda or Retros new game would definitely go a longgg way. Even if the game doesn't release until 2014. At the same time, I'm don't feel like the launch lineup is "it" and doom mongering over Wii U's future
The games I am interested in at launch and launch window are:
NSMBU
Pikmin 3
P-100
ZombieU
I would buy a black console and pro controller. But I'm going back to school and I won't have the money to preorder one anymore I might not get a wii u until next year now
Edit: I find it odd that most people aren't satisfied with the launch window games when comparing it to past console releases it's really deep and varied. You got a mix of all genres, ports, new IP's, etc. I guess the only thing it's missing is its MEGATON game like Twilight Princess or Smash Bros. Melee or Super Mario 64.
But compared to the PS1, PS2, PS3 and Xbox 360 the Wii U is poised to have the best console launch since the Wii itself (or vita if you want to include handhelds)
NSMBU
Pikmin 3
P-100
ZombieU
I would buy a black console and pro controller. But I'm going back to school and I won't have the money to preorder one anymore
I might not get a wii u until next year now Edit: I find it odd that most people aren't satisfied with the launch window games when comparing it to past console releases it's really deep and varied. You got a mix of all genres, ports, new IP's, etc. I guess the only thing it's missing is its MEGATON game like Twilight Princess or Smash Bros. Melee or Super Mario 64.
But compared to the PS1, PS2, PS3 and Xbox 360 the Wii U is poised to have the best console launch since the Wii itself (or vita if you want to include handhelds)
Nostremitus
Member
I'd be down for another space outing.
What Sony bad news?
GameplayWhore
Member
Seamlessly interconnected world. Run anywhere (but with tons of shortcuts to get you places quickly and obvious cues where to go for the next zone). Make it like a living, breathing Mushroom Kingdom. (edit: like, you could dash all the way to the mountains with the lava setting and rock boss, then you could grab a hang-glider and soar all the way down to the swamplands with the sinking patches and bog monsters and so forth.)
…with tacked-on drawing minigames.
Studio Liverpool closing.
chertipros
Member
Super mario 128 please
They'll not show new software at the NoA conf, imho.
Maybe, just maybe, CoD.
This will be some sort of E3 showfloor dedicated to the software we already know about. They'll share price and date details, tough.
I'm way more interest in a possible Jap conf, due to the absolute actual lack of Jap software
Maybe, just maybe, CoD.
This will be some sort of E3 showfloor dedicated to the software we already know about. They'll share price and date details, tough.
I'm way more interest in a possible Jap conf, due to the absolute actual lack of Jap software
Liverpool studios (wipEout) were shut down as well as 1000 jobs lost in their mobile sector.
Not many but some confirmed!
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