citrus lump
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Haleon said:
Is that "Sony Defense Force"? I'd rather have an Xbox one.
You know that next gen console with a future.
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Wii3: Apocalypse Redux
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Is that "Sony Defense Force"? I'd rather have an Xbox one.
You know that next gen console with a future.
John Harker
Definitely doesn't make things up as he goes along.
Hey guys. I miss anything since 3:10 am? :lol
At least I'm in the right time zone this time...
Anyone know where in NYC it is?
I wanna sneak over, heh.
At least I'm in the right time zone this time...
Anyone know where in NYC it is?
I wanna sneak over, heh.
the ninjas would kill me
Nexus Zero
Member
Why are Japanese screens always so low-res? Can't wait for the US media blowout.
DefectiveReject
Banned
its only 9 :08 so no where!!pxleyes said:
ElectricBlue187
Member
$250 holy crap what a dumb move.
i really wanted a Wii at launch too. oh well.
i really wanted a Wii at launch too. oh well.
radioheadrule83
Banned
SolidSnakex said:
Sweet widescreen awesomeness!
MasterMFauli
Banned
ElectricBlue187 said:$250 holy crap what a dumb move.
i really wanted a Wii at launch too. oh well.
So you´re not going to buy a PS3, as well, are you?
I just got the official word from Nintendo UK:
NINTENDO ANNOUNCE LAUNCH DATE AND PRICE FOR JAPAN AND THE AMERICAS
- Affordable System for Gamers, Newcomers and Families -
14th September 2006 - Nintendo will reshape the home entertainment and video game landscape with the launch of its heralded Wii home video game console. Wii will go on sale in the Americas on November 19th and Japan on December 2nd - European launch date, price and software line up will be announced at a press conference in London tomorrow (Friday 15th).
Wii will be sold as an affordable, mass-consumer product at an MSRP in the US of just $249.99. The price includes one wireless Wii Remote controller, one Nunchuk controller and the groundbreaking collection of five different Wii Sports games on one disc, which anyone can play using simple physical movements, experienced or not.
Every Wii console will include another distinctive feature: a series of on-screen channels that make up the Wii Channel Menu, which makes the console approachable and customizable for everyone, from the most avid gamer to people who have never played before. The Wii Channel Menu is the starting point for all of the consoles functions. The channels offer a gateway to a rich variety of entertainment options. When connected to a TV, the Wii Channel Menu offers a simple interface letting users pick games to play, get news or weather, upload and send photos or even create playable caricatures of themselves to use in actual games. The variety of options available through the Wii Channel Menu motivates both gamers and non-gamers to turn on Wiis power every day.
Wii is creating worldwide excitement with its unique control system, an inventive, first-of-its-kind controller whose position can be detected in a 3-D space. The new controller allows users pinpoint target in games or move through the Wii Channel Menu with precision and ease. This intuitive control system will be understood immediately by everyone, regardless of their previous experience with video games. With this one small controller, Wii makes games both easier and more intense than anything previously experienced. For example, in the Wii Sports tennis game players swing the Wii Remote like a racket to hit the ball, as in real life. They can add topspin or slice the ball just by angling their hands and wrist like they would in a real match.
Wii reinvents games for the devoted player, says Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime. But more importantly, Wii breaks the wall separating players from non-players by delivering the best game experiences for the most affordable price. We believe the next leap is games for the masses young and old, gamer or non, alone, with a friend or with the whole family.
Fils-Aime made his remarks in New York, shortly after Nintendo executives in Japan announced Wii will launch there on Dec 2nd priced at 25,000 yen. Both announcements come ahead of a European press conference during which Nintendo will unveil specific detail around the consoles launch in Europe.
Between launch day and Dec. 31, Wii owners across America will enjoy a robust lineup of 30 software titles, with selections for everyone from video game veterans to newcomers. Some top Nintendo launch titles include Wii Sports, a compilation of tennis, baseball, golf and bowling; The Legend of Zelda®: Twilight Princess; and EXCITE TRUCK. While publishers are free to set their own prices for games, first-party Nintendo titles will have an MSRP of $49.99. Wiis self-loading media bay also can play the entire library of more than 530 Nintendo GameCube titles from day one.
Third-party developers around the world have lined up to provide unprecedented support for Wii, I believe the Wii will attract new and casual gamers to the world of interactive entertainment, says Larry Probst, Chairman and CEO, Electronic Arts. Its a fun, easy and economical system that will become a bridge to gaming for mainstream audiences. At EA, we are putting more support behind the Wii than any Nintendo hardware launch since the Super NES.
Additional information about the list of Virtual Console games and the pricing structure will be revealed in the coming weeks.
NINTENDO ANNOUNCE LAUNCH DATE AND PRICE FOR JAPAN AND THE AMERICAS
- Affordable System for Gamers, Newcomers and Families -
14th September 2006 - Nintendo will reshape the home entertainment and video game landscape with the launch of its heralded Wii home video game console. Wii will go on sale in the Americas on November 19th and Japan on December 2nd - European launch date, price and software line up will be announced at a press conference in London tomorrow (Friday 15th).
Wii will be sold as an affordable, mass-consumer product at an MSRP in the US of just $249.99. The price includes one wireless Wii Remote controller, one Nunchuk controller and the groundbreaking collection of five different Wii Sports games on one disc, which anyone can play using simple physical movements, experienced or not.
Every Wii console will include another distinctive feature: a series of on-screen channels that make up the Wii Channel Menu, which makes the console approachable and customizable for everyone, from the most avid gamer to people who have never played before. The Wii Channel Menu is the starting point for all of the consoles functions. The channels offer a gateway to a rich variety of entertainment options. When connected to a TV, the Wii Channel Menu offers a simple interface letting users pick games to play, get news or weather, upload and send photos or even create playable caricatures of themselves to use in actual games. The variety of options available through the Wii Channel Menu motivates both gamers and non-gamers to turn on Wiis power every day.
Wii is creating worldwide excitement with its unique control system, an inventive, first-of-its-kind controller whose position can be detected in a 3-D space. The new controller allows users pinpoint target in games or move through the Wii Channel Menu with precision and ease. This intuitive control system will be understood immediately by everyone, regardless of their previous experience with video games. With this one small controller, Wii makes games both easier and more intense than anything previously experienced. For example, in the Wii Sports tennis game players swing the Wii Remote like a racket to hit the ball, as in real life. They can add topspin or slice the ball just by angling their hands and wrist like they would in a real match.
Wii reinvents games for the devoted player, says Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime. But more importantly, Wii breaks the wall separating players from non-players by delivering the best game experiences for the most affordable price. We believe the next leap is games for the masses young and old, gamer or non, alone, with a friend or with the whole family.
Fils-Aime made his remarks in New York, shortly after Nintendo executives in Japan announced Wii will launch there on Dec 2nd priced at 25,000 yen. Both announcements come ahead of a European press conference during which Nintendo will unveil specific detail around the consoles launch in Europe.
Between launch day and Dec. 31, Wii owners across America will enjoy a robust lineup of 30 software titles, with selections for everyone from video game veterans to newcomers. Some top Nintendo launch titles include Wii Sports, a compilation of tennis, baseball, golf and bowling; The Legend of Zelda®: Twilight Princess; and EXCITE TRUCK. While publishers are free to set their own prices for games, first-party Nintendo titles will have an MSRP of $49.99. Wiis self-loading media bay also can play the entire library of more than 530 Nintendo GameCube titles from day one.
Third-party developers around the world have lined up to provide unprecedented support for Wii, I believe the Wii will attract new and casual gamers to the world of interactive entertainment, says Larry Probst, Chairman and CEO, Electronic Arts. Its a fun, easy and economical system that will become a bridge to gaming for mainstream audiences. At EA, we are putting more support behind the Wii than any Nintendo hardware launch since the Super NES.
Additional information about the list of Virtual Console games and the pricing structure will be revealed in the coming weeks.
Infernal Monkey
Member
Nexus Zero said:
Get out.
John Harker
Definitely doesn't make things up as he goes along.
6:05: Attendees are just starting to filter into the conference space and the show is set to begin soon.
we're not getting video till 12:00 EST? sucks.
we're not getting video till 12:00 EST? sucks.
Tim the Wiz
Banned
Any word on what type of game Forever Blue is? Definitely intrigues me at the moment. Hmm, guess I'll have to wait for the US event for details otherwise.
MMaRsu
Member
6:05: Attendees are just starting to filter into the conference space and the show is set to begin soon.
gamespot: http://www.gamespot.com/news/6157575.html
gamespot: http://www.gamespot.com/news/6157575.html
citrus lump
Banned
MasterMFauli said:
I'd say the PS3 price is easier to swallow, being a new product and all.
The Gamecube wasn't worth $250 five years ago, it certainly isn't worth it now.
Father_Brain
Banned
Viddie said:
Dammit. Why bundle a multiplayer-focused title with the system when there's only one controller included?
Souldriver
Member
Edit: nvm, nothing good can come from this.
Oooooohhhh, burn!! Look dude, it's relatively simple. If you don't want the Wii, don't buy it. I'm not entirely sure why you're still in a thread full of people psyched about the news that want to talk about it. Go play Burnout 17 on Xbox Live and let us enjoy the news.citrus lump said:
SantaC
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Pureauthor
Member
SSBB & Metroid Prime 3 for US conference, please.
John Harker said:
I too thought about driving over there, however it's raining here and there's one thing that I hate more than NYC drivers, and that's NYC drivers in the rain.
Damn @ the $249.99 price point a little higher than I expected. So it's $300 with a Quality game. Not bad.
Pope Benedict XVI
Member
wooo! here we go again!
citrus lump
Banned
Haleon said:
Ok.
And you enjoy playing Mario 42 on your repackaged Gamecube.
ElectricBlue187
Member
MasterMFauli said:
not at launch. I don't like financial rape, it's not my thing.
John Harker
Definitely doesn't make things up as he goes along.
Wii Sports: 5 game collection the press release says.
So its confirmed.
Boxing and Bowling included.
So its confirmed.
Boxing and Bowling included.
Pureauthor
Member
citrus lump said:
I really don't get this.
PS3 = Large boost in power, marginal boost in control
Wii = Large boost in control, marginal boost in power
One costs USD 600. One costs USD 250.
What else?
Souldriver
Member
I agree, exept for the last thing because that's kinda bashing.Haleon said: