Anticitizen One
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It's weird I'm not hyped at all for this system and I used to love both nintendo and console launches. I might get up early on Sunday to see if I can pick one up just for sport though.
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BlockheadBrown
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lol
We're only getting the included Nintedno Land to start. I have a feeling he'll want SMBU though. There's a good chance that it could be a Christmas gift.Rösti;44413842 said:
led4lyfe
Member
When my friend and I were 13 we waited in line for the GameCube at Walmart. He was there in line to keep me company since he couldn't get one. His parents came right when Walmart opened to surprise him, bought one and put it on layaway right infront of him. Poor guy had to wait until Christmas to get it.
Don't let him wait!
Net_Wrecker
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My Gamestop order shipped too. Pre-ordered on 9/13.
Next gen cometh
Next gen cometh
Ken Masters
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Called my GameStop, confirmed for Sunday, just paid it off
I wonder if I'm going to regret it
I wonder if I'm going to regret it
I'd recommend at least trying it in case the store policy only accepts returns up to 30 days lol..
Most do extended returns for holiday window shopping, but yeah, maybe not a bad idea to find out.
Same here.
I hope they patch the shit out of those other buggy titles. I've been a PC gamer for years, so I welcome patches galore.
Well, at least we know that the Wii U has a standard patching program in place, so there's that!
A couple of weeks ago an indie dev in an interview commented on how the patching system was more akin to steam than the current system for consoles this gen.
EatChildren
Currently polling second in Australia's federal election (first in the Gold Coast), this feral may one day be your Bogan King.
Yay better patching framework. Nintendo can now make sure everyone has a console Zelda without a save destroying bug!
Which very likely means all the issues in the 360/PS3 versions (which are all post-day one patch) will be on full display in the Wii U version.
SteveWinwood
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So will I be able to download ZombiU first day? Or is it not on the service? Or does no one know yet?
interesting info on gamepad tech., sorry if already posted
http://www.polygon.com/2012/11/16/3653294/wii-u-range-test-gamepad
thread worthy if new?
so if wifi interferes, then why didnt they opt to put an ethernet port into the wiiu rather than only wifi? I was already leaning toward an adapter, but this gives me even more reason, all my consoles and desktop are wired, so hopefully that will help range.
edit: I already see a thread, nevermind
http://www.polygon.com/2012/11/16/3653294/wii-u-range-test-gamepad
thread worthy if new?
so if wifi interferes, then why didnt they opt to put an ethernet port into the wiiu rather than only wifi? I was already leaning toward an adapter, but this gives me even more reason, all my consoles and desktop are wired, so hopefully that will help range.
edit: I already see a thread, nevermind
it is only confirmed for Japan eshop at launch as far as I know. Could mean NA too, but I dont think it is confirmed.
shadyspace
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Robobandit
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So there's not going to be a place where someone without a pre-order can just line up to get one?
I was hoping that Best Buy of all places would do the first-come-first-serve thing, but from what you guys are saying it seems that this won't be the case.
I was hoping that Best Buy of all places would do the first-come-first-serve thing, but from what you guys are saying it seems that this won't be the case.
Cymbal Head
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I have no rational reason to be worried I won't get my preordered Deluxe set, but seeing people in this thread getting delay emails and stuff has me anxious. Maybe it's just empathy.
SirUltimos, can you disclose the retailer that broke street date? I'm thinking about strolling into Walmart after work and trying to pick up my "layaway," just for shits.
SirUltimos, can you disclose the retailer that broke street date? I'm thinking about strolling into Walmart after work and trying to pick up my "layaway," just for shits.
looks like there is already one on the bottom of the front page.
Hmm, just saw something over at Redflagdeals (canada) that if you spend $40 at Old Navy on Nov 24rth, you get a copy of NSMBU. Obviously a first come and limited quantities kind of jobby though. Think it applies on both sides of the border. Could easily buy some shitty clothes as gifts for people..
Like the hat?
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Need to find the target ad and hopefully price match at Walmart
After doing some minor sleuthing the store is located in Canadian from the Ontario region.
amishpriest99
Member
Already have it from Gamefly at home...hoping it runs at least a little better than the other versions. Then I'll probably keep it.
Have they had any kind of launch party for the Wii U yet in America? You know, one where they invite a load of random celebrities, hand out free consoles and photograph Jason Biggs making lewd poses with it? I'm certain that launch party back in 06 was key in driving Wii sales.
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=129588
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=129588
Rollo Tomasi
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He preordered from TRU on 9/15. The subject of the email he got today that I copied text from was "Delays to your pre-order have been experienced".
Online pre-order I assume? That's very worrying.
damn....
shadyspace
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What a load of bullshit. That was like the day preorders started.
Iced_Eagle
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What's everyone doing for buying controllers? I never owned a Wii so don't have any existing controllers.
Are there any good deals out there right now for WiiMotes or nunchucks? Best Buy has refurbished Wii Remote Plus' for $18 which seems like a great deal (assuming I don't get a busted one).
I'm definitely getting one Pro controller, but I read that the game has to specifically support it. My main concern is with the co-op games for Nintendo Land. Does anyone know if Nintendo Land supports the pro controller, or if you have to use the WiiMote? What about SMBU?
Are there any good deals out there right now for WiiMotes or nunchucks? Best Buy has refurbished Wii Remote Plus' for $18 which seems like a great deal (assuming I don't get a busted one).
I'm definitely getting one Pro controller, but I read that the game has to specifically support it. My main concern is with the co-op games for Nintendo Land. Does anyone know if Nintendo Land supports the pro controller, or if you have to use the WiiMote? What about SMBU?
Macho Madness
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Toys R Us has the Flingsmash Wii Remote Plus bundle for $25.
amishpriest99
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I'm just glad I went in-store to pre-order it as soon as I could.
andthebeatgoeson
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Fuck, on that buy 2 get 1. Has that ever happened at launch for a console? I wanted to make things Digital only this generation but I won't be able to resist. Between these types of deals and bargain bins, I may just need to adopt a blended philosophy.
Can't decide on a few things. Getting a deluxe, Nintendoland. Pretty sure I'll double dip on Batman and pick up ZombieU and NSMBU. Then, what would be next? COD, ACIII, Epic Mickey? Damn, this launch is stacked.
I like COD somewhat but don't do multiplayer (i know, sounds stupid but I like FPS) and not thrilled about the gameplay. Never played Assassin's Creed and think it might be time to jump in. Still have Epic Mickey 1 in the wrapper but get excited about those disney characters. I might get excited and buy 6 games. Any reccs on those 3 games?
Can't decide on a few things. Getting a deluxe, Nintendoland. Pretty sure I'll double dip on Batman and pick up ZombieU and NSMBU. Then, what would be next? COD, ACIII, Epic Mickey? Damn, this launch is stacked.
I like COD somewhat but don't do multiplayer (i know, sounds stupid but I like FPS) and not thrilled about the gameplay. Never played Assassin's Creed and think it might be time to jump in. Still have Epic Mickey 1 in the wrapper but get excited about those disney characters. I might get excited and buy 6 games. Any reccs on those 3 games?
I got really lucky. I was able to pick up two Motion Plus controllers for $22 each bundled with Flingsmash Wii games. Game is probably awful.. but hey, better than $44 each. Got another two nunchucks with a Staples coupon.
EDIT: Just noticed that if you can still find Flingsmash at TheSource in Canada, it is now down to $9.99 bundled with the Wiimote Motion + black model. You could get 4 controllers for less than one at MSRP. And for the record, the game inside the box is sealed/upc'ed so you can use it for trade-in too.
I'd make sure you future proof yourself and get only motion + wii motes from now on. I got some from ebay that came with nunchucks for $15.
That's a good deal. I'm tempted to try to get a white or blue one for that price...
seriously, bs to the max... smh
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