Wii U Version Of Ghost Recon Online Still On Hold

Good to hear that it hasn't been cancelled!

Its on Hold, but that doesn't mean its cancelled. Probably more sensible way to do things tbh, purly from a technical point its far easier to fix client problems that may appear on the PC version.
Also Ubi May be waiting till the PC version has reached a target level of users so as to make sure the upkeep/running of the servers is viable.

I had no Idea it was released already on PC. Well it was about time I crawled out of my rock.

They're gonna pull a "Rayman Legends" on us again!! Do not be surprised when the next time you hear about this game their gonna say:

"Oh BTW this is also coming out on the PS3/360/PS4/720 lol"

I get it because everyone thought Wii U was gonna sell like hot cakes like the first one but since people see there isn't super easy money to be made everyone is putting their cars in reverse. Still.....(no balls)

Anyway in short I'm glad it's still alive hope it comes out soon.

At least it's not cancelled and i hope this stays a console exclusive or else the Wii U version will be delayed even more. I also want this game to be available on retail, I don't like downloading games, I want the disc of Ghost Recon Online.

SOON

Probably keeping a close eye on the console's performance, especially nearing E3.

I'm a big fan of the Ghost Recon franchise but even if they did cancel it I'd understand due to the limited install base and cost of the online services. They are actively supporting the console its not like I'd rage cancel my ubi pre-orders or anything.

This is one of the best games from recent times. Actually, it's the only triple A type of game that I played more than 40 hours in the last few years!

And it's completetly free!

Not sure if this will work on the WiiU though...

@HugoSmits Is it really that good? I was interested at E3 time but I decided to wait for the Wii U version. Why won't it work on Wii U - Iwata did say they were embracing F2P!

TC's Ghost Recon Future Soldier is good online, so i hoping Ghost Recon Online is still coming to the Wii U.

I understand, I'm actually a little proud of them. This makes me feel like they're holding back, so that once they have a good game, they can focus on properly implementing Wii U features, so it won't just be another port with Off TV play.

@C-Olimar I don’t think it will work well because it’s a really tactical team based game. Communication and good controls are key to winning a match. For communication you really need a headphone + microphone; because you need to actively talk with your team members to make sure snipers are giving backup on the right spot,etc (most modes are about capturing/defending spots on the map).

Also some classes have the ability to become invisible and they might just stab you in the back, so headphone is almost required to hear them coming.

Because this is a free2play game there are a lot of in depth options that can be upgraded. I play mainly as a sniper class being able to quickly and steady aim is crucial. Obviously this sounds normal for a sniper, but there are many ways to increase your steadiness (there’s a hit/damage percentage meter that will increase depending on how steady your aim is).

I just don’t see this working without a mouse.

Also there are a lot of extra hotkeys that you want to quickly access without letting go of your movement keys/mouse (switching weapon, throwing grenades, use your special abilities).

They can put those keys on the gamepad screen, but then you need to let your hand go from one of the sticks, which will be annoying.

@HugoSmits OK, I see what you mean.
They could of course optimise the Wii U version of the game, but that would take extra development time - which is probably why it's on hold at the moment.

@HugoSmits Though it does sound like I'd enjoy this game! Might have to check out the PC version...

@C-Olimar Yeah, and of course all wiiU players would have the same disadvantages so the playing field is leveled. I just don’t think that I would personally enjoy it as much as the PC version.

As for the PC version; it’s awesome. Best thing about it that the matchmaking only fixes you up with players of around your skill level. This means that all the games are pretty fair, and you never end up against people that just simply emptied their parents bank account for a super-high leveled character that you can’t beat.

All the shooters showed in the E3 2011 was cancelled: Metro, Alien C.M., and maybe... just maybe, this one too

@ErnisDy ah.. I haven't reached lvl 30 yet... should play some more then

it wont get released along with watchdogs,oh well looks like ps4 needs bought watchchdogs looks amazing.

Well, at least they said something about it.

Whenever it comes to the Wii U I'll buy it. Just hope they don't backout on us.

I'm hoping this doesn't become vaporware.

I hope they get to it soon. This was one of the games I most wanted when the Wii U was announced.

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