TheGreatMightyPoo
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System update, then around 3 hours later after that's done, play Mario.
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System update, then around 3 hours later after that's done, play Mario.
I'd system update. Gotta see what stuff is on the downloadable store.
... There is of course the fact we may not have a choice in the manner, or at least it'll nag us and we just do it then.
I'll probably update the system, play with all the settings, explore the eshop, download Mario if available, then take a nap. After that, I'll play some games.
TV remote
Nintendoland has stamps. Mario U has bronze/silver/gold rewards in challenge mode. Competition has had achievements and trophies for years. Nintendo somehow can't put 2+2 together. Really bizarre. Maybe MiiVerse will have a workable solution, like a page that shows all your game-specific accomplishments.
chertipros
Member
That mii maker music makes me feel happy 
This would have been amazing. Holy shit, why Nintendo! Why must you deny us this!
ultrazilla
Member
Hopefully update the system and then hit the eshop for the indie titles.
TheFLYINGManga_Ka
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Okay, thanks.
The Wii U seems like it's less hyped than the Wii was.
Same. Except when Mario is downloaded there will be no napping, that's when the gaming begins.
That mii maker music makes me feel happy
I could fall asleep to it. Very soothing to just have on in the background as I'm cleaning house.
Dusting off the entertainment center right now. Holy hell, the dust bunnies! Gotta make a nice little spot for the U, right next to the Wii. Mmm.. Lemon Pledge..
RPG Wizard
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Ha, that's a good shot.
SirUltimos
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I can confirm that you cannot do this. Gamepad is singleplayer only unless you want to be the helper.
Outtrigger888
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I'd say its about the same as wii, I remember launch day for the wii, target had over 200 consoles and only like 30 people in line.
Reluctant-Hero
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So I've noticed a few people in the thread saying that they want to obtain a USB Ethernet adapter for the Wii U. Any particular reason for this aside from having a solid connection for online multiplayer titles?
Despite what I just said, I think they recognize that isn't the best fit for all games. I feel like it's somewhat intrusive on the experience to have something like that at a system level over all games, and for some games it really just isn't RIGHT to have them there (especially galling with more artistic games... which of course seem to be most plentiful on the system where you can't turn notifications off).
I think it's that some don't have a wireless router. Which really does seem kind of crazy nowadays, versus when the Wii launched where the most popular HD system lacked internal wireless, but there you go. Though there's also the fact some people have their systems set up by their router and would rather have a stable wired connection, it's not really a big deal to me despite being one of those people but after the PS3, especially the troubles Demon's Souls had with wireless versus wired on an older router I can understand it.
brochiller
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Yeah I'm afraid it could be painfully long which makes me kind of want to just put a game in and start playing.
soulassssns
Banned
That's what I did about 4 days ago. The dust was shocking considering I usually dust. I guess because I never unhook anything it sneaks by.
Might have to skip 2 for now, unless you're talking about when you get it for Christmas or whatever. :/
soulassssns
Banned
Not TVii, just the ability to turn my HDTV on and off with the gamepad.
You're right (and I was wrong earlier in the thread). If you want to do multiplayer the GamePad is only for Boost Mode.
Reluctant-Hero
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Yeah, I get that. I was going to hard wire my Wii U as well. But then my wife and switched to DirecTV in October and that took up the last free Ethernet jack on my AirPort Extreme. I'd have to unplug the PS3 or 360 to free up a slot.
soulassssns
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Nice to see UPS should deliver my U on monday.
I only dust about once a month. Probably need to step that up a bit.
Also, note to self: grab some Twinkies and/or Ding Dongs. This may be the last game launch where I can enjoy Twinkies. And those little chocolatey cupcakes with the white icing lines on top.
edit: and the channel's dead again. Poop.
edit, again: and it's back up. Again. anti-poop. I wish he'd play some Mario.
True. I keep toying with ME but I know I shouldn't bother with it. So much uncertainty around it. Yet I do want to play an RPG first with shooting but not a pure shooter. It's why I'm attracted to ZombiU.
Maybe BO2 will surprise me and it will indeed offer replay value but it's so much constant shooting.
Here's a question: the audio out on the controller. Does it stream all game audio or just the audio being streamed to the gamepad? More importantly, does the console support simultaneous audio output? I want to use HDMI via DVI to my monitor for video and A/V stereo audio like in this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6uF7hYSA8Q
VeryGooster
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Still sitting on this TRU online order although I'm tempted by the Newegg bundle minus Black Ops 2.
GiantEnemyGoomba
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It was short, but I think Reggie did great.
brochiller
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Wii U ad on youtube now. It shows the commercial beforehand.
I got pretty much the opposite of this; a COD Black Ops: Declassified ad.
That went really well. Fallon was so crazy happy and into it that it had to get some people excited. It also was mentioned that it was a new system, many times, and they mentioned that it was the first HD Nintendo system a bunch of times. Wasn't a confusing message.
Run updates if they're up. I do hope it isn't to large though and I'm sitting there for most of the morning and a good part of the afternoon updating. All the interesting stuff has to be downloaded anyway.
FearMyWrench
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First, install the online System Update. Then probably just mess around with the system features (TV Remote, Miiverse, eShop) for half an hour. It'll be time for Nintendo Land or Mario after that.
Treythalomew
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Since Reggie brought it up, does the Wii U have any official 3D capabilities? I know BLOPS 2 has 3D on both the 360 and PS3 but wondered if the Wii U version would carry the same features.
Update -> Transfer -> Play.
Christberg
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Do a quick, basic plug in for just power and internet and update it from the GamePad. Get my receiver inputs renamed, Harmony remote programmed and test switching. Should be done by the time that happens, pop a game in at that point.
Charging the gamepad? I assume that will probably take a while, so go to bed and play with it in the morning?
TheGreatMightyPoo
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Seriously???
The only reason anyone watches television is so they can consume 16 minutes of commercials every hour so they can buy everything they see.
Do you know how advertising works?
Well that sucks...would be nice if there was a day one patch to give an option.
So what about Nintendoland? Games like the Metroid minigame can use the gamepad for aiming, or just wiimote + nunchuk? I wonder if people new to the system will be ok with having to use two Wiimote instead of pad+wiimote for normal co-op in Mario.
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