A recent banner discovered at a German expo with both the Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate and Wii U logos in coupling has been declared as simply an error, and Capcom appear to have no plans to release the game on the Wii U.
The official word from Capcom PR is as follows:
This was a printing mistake made when the wrong system logo was printed together with the Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate logo by accident. This was corrected immediately on Saturday, 13th Sept. when the issue was discovered. MH4U is only in development for Nintendo 3DS
It's a shame that the title won't be coming to Wii U, but considering that the 3DS game will have full online functionality – unlike its predecessor – it looks like all we'll be missing out on is visual flair, which isn't such a bitter pill to swallow.
Were you hoping for a surprise announcement from Capcom, or are you happy with hunting on the move? Let us and everyone else know what you think in the comments section!
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It's a huge shame, as I love Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate on Wii U, but can't stand playing it on the 3DS. I don't like playing the PSP ones either, even tried them on a Vita. I think if Monster Hunter is going to appear on home consoles again, it's probably going to be the PS4, but it wouldn't surprise me if they just stick to handheld.
Well now I guess I can pre order knowing a Wii U version isn't coming out. Still sad though.
I KNEW IT. Pay up.
Sorry.... but this is old news....
I want it on wii U. Bummer.
But hey, that new 3ds xl monster hunter edition could very well tempt me:)
lol, they already said there would be no Wii U version, so I knew this would either be a fake or error.
I think that's for the better. That way they can fully focus on making things as great as possible without an HD port slowing them down.
@Xiao_Pai Same. I don't even get how people waiting for MH4U could get their hopes up in the first place. The MH development team clearly stated that they wanted to focus on a single platform with the fourth generation, and even explained it.
who knows, they can always surprise us!! Denial is always a way for covering truth!
I can't say it is unexpected but I'm still bummed about the news as I dislike playing MH3U on the 3DS but love it on the Wii U.
This is my sad face. =( Look at it, Capcom! LOOK AT IT!
@Kaze_Memaryu I mean, I'm sure chances are it'll happen, but not anytime soon. Maybe an announcement will happen like...sometime after summer 2015 or something. lol
No Wii U? NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Knew it, at least I'm borrowing my cousin's 3DS until I can find the time to have mines repaired. I guess this will make people stop talking about a Wii U version. [I'd love one too, but the amount of people asking for one was ridiculous.]
In the meantime we always have Monster Hunter 3 on the Wii U I suppose.
@Mega719 That's pretty harsh, don't you think? It was just an accident, after all.
@Xiao_Pai True, they could make a WiiU version at a later point, once development for MH4U on 3DS is truly over (including patches and downloadable events). But, as you said, that won't happen before next year, if at all.
That said, though, I'd love to see Capcom create a WiiU-exclusive Monster Hunter game that really utilizes the consoles potential better than MH3U did, something specifically created to compliment the WiiU's strengths.
@Excep7ional You think so? Just look at the reactions here, and keep in mind cursing and stuff isn't allowed. Other communities and forums probably won't take it as lightly, not to mention the backlash from media in general. It all puts Capcom in a much worse position than necessary, and the person behind the mistake has to take responsibility for it.
after the WiiU MH3U, i dont think i can adjust to the 3DS one.
Same here, Monster Hunter is definitely a game for the big screen
Sigh...
I'm hoping MH5 is on Wii U...like @Kaze_Memaryu said, Wii U doesn't have a Monster Hunter game that was built for the system. (since 3 Ultimate is a port of a 3DS game, which is an expansion to a Wii game, lol))
Ah well. I'm still working on 3U anyway.
YES!
Capcom: "We make our decisions based on what our fans want, then do the opposite."
It's just weird that a game ending with U won't be on the Wii U.
I'd rather they make a great game first, and then port it later. Quality should always be the priority.
Wow, I can't believe some people are actually happy about this. FYI 3DS-only owners, it won't affect your enjoyment of the game if Wii U owners also get to enjoy this game.
I suspected as much. Though I would have prefered a Wii U version I will gladly play it 3DS instead!
I'm glad we have some clarification on this.
Now, excuse me while I go put some more zenny down on my MH4U preorder. :3
@NintyLifer hahaha! Take that u wii u whiners 3DS is the best! It's way more powerful than that last gen toaster u call a console! I'm glad that they can focus on the 3DS version and the wii u's specs won't be holding them back.
@AltDotNerd That wasn't serious, was it? The number of copies of MH4 sold speaks far louder than some fans on message boards/gaming websites.
I would really love to see this game on Wii U but I'll take it on 3DS. It's better than not getting the game at all after all. Put all ur effort into making an excellent game for one system...and then later after it sells millions of units make an HD port on Wii U and catch those double-dippers.
I called it: "Regardless of if it's coming or not, that is OBVIOUSLY a mistake, seeing as it has no mention of 3DS, yet has a demo on 3DS below it xD"
I will keep enjoying MH3 hopefully those servers stay up for sometime then. I still say there will be a WiiU version they would be very stupid not too. Even if it's a port with added features.
#%$/&$/ you, Capcom
" MH4U is only in development for Nintendo 3DS " Plenty of time to start development of a western Wii U release once MH4U comes out.
Off topic: for the 2 people that care, Total War Attila HYPE! I'm loving Rome 2 atm :}
@Mega719 You hope he gets fired? That's harsh i don't care how many Wiiu owners got mad cause of this error,the guy made a mistake cause he's human.Everyone makes mistakes no one's perfect.
Yeah, yeah!!
These Monster Hunter games are so huge and time consuming. One game per console is enough for me anyway. I got my moneys worth from the Wii version (120 hours of playtime), but the endless and repetitive grinding bored me after a while. Or did they change it so that the rare monster item drops are more common now?
And why not calling it Monster Hunter 4? Did I miss a game?
Why MH4 Ultimate?
"Because it's Capcom" is a valid answer you say?
Didn't we already know this? I wish the game was coming to Wii U, but I know it has a slim chance of making it there. Not really a big deal, but it still would've been really nice to have the option.
That's unfortunate. A few others and I would have liked the big-screen presentation of it. As it is, I can't play the MH3U demo on the 3DS very well because of no 2nd circle pad (I abuse the camera a lot), and I honestly don't feel like getting a CPP just for this game. As it is, the CPP takes about 5% of system resources (or whatever), so it is possible that it may affect it. I'm also not very interested in the n3DS because if it's anything like scheduling of the DSi, the upcoming next-gen handheld will be just a couple of years away, so I may get MH4U at that time. I've already double-dipped by getting an XL 2 years after getting the regular 3DS. I'm not about to triple-dip by getting an n3DS unless there is something extremely important that would require me to get it.
Not a surprise, sadly. And it won't be a surprise when Capcom never sees another penny from my wallet either...I'm tired of companies/internet trolls demanding I buy inferior games just because they are on popular consoles/handhelds.
I won't be getting it because of this... it needs to be released on the Wii U. Loved 3 Ultimate on it...
You could have taken my money twice. Could have...
@TimeGuy Well, I was just adding this to the list of Capcom's "track record".
"Oh, you want Mega Man Legends 3? Do the opposite! X in MvC3? Do the opposite! You DON'T want on-disc-dlc? Well, guess what were gonna do! "
For the record, I love Capcom, but I hate their excuses for the decisions they make.
PR persons true response: "don't you know we only release VC games on the wii U???"
No duh
@SKTTR MH4 never came to the west. We missed one game. I'm glad that we are at least getting MH4G.
Can't wait! I'm very anxious to see what a real online co-op game looks like on 3DS. Also hoping Fantasy Life has great online play even though it seems to be a huge secret from Reviewers of the game and from Level 5.
MH3G 3DS -> MH3G Wii U = 2 years
I expect no different.
@AltDotNerd
Except this isn't anywhere near the same situation. They actually are listening to their fans, most of the fanbase is on handhelds, just like with Pokemon. MH3U easily sold 5x more on 3DS, it doubled sales in the US alone. They aren't asking for fan input like the examples you gave, they're going by where fans actually put their money. They didn't do the opposite of anything here.
At any rate, I'd rather they put their effort into a full-scale console game instead.
@Kaze_Memaryu like @Midnafanboy said, I don't care how many people are upset. It's just a game. Nobody should be wishing misfortune on anybody over a harmless mistake. People may be butthurt, but they'll get over it. The job that man does puts food on the table and pay bills, and to literally want him to lose that job just because of one error that pissed off self entitled fans is too much. I agree he should take responsibility for his mistake, but he shouldn't get fired.
@Kaze_Memaryu So a couple of pissed off fans on the internet are mad cause of this error? Who cares but to quote @Excep7ional "The job that man does puts food on the table and pay bills, and to literally want him to lose that job just because of one error that pissed off self entitled fans is too much."Is one mistake he's human just like everyone here, who made mistakes in their lives i know i have. And how sad a game not coming to the Wiiu,amazing that hasn't happened before oh wait it happened many times,so let's all get mad that'll i'll help right?.People like you that are mad about this cry me a river.
@TruenoGT Haha, very true. Remind me, what version of Street Fighter IV are they on now, and how many ports of SF2 are there, counting the Virtual Console Releases?
they are just claiming that there will only be a 3DS version since it will be released first and they want it to sell well. it will, and then after it runs its course, they will almost certainly decide to port it to Wii U anyway in order to milk some more money for the franchise. there's no way it's not win-win for them to do so, no matter what they are saying right now. you'll see, it's just a marketing ploy.
so have faith and be patient. odds are we'll get both versions in the end.
in fact they probably are releasing the 3DS version first because it will net them maximum $$ that way since everyone who has the game or passed on it will also get the console version when it comes out. whereas if they announce it now, a large portion of people might just wait.
in fact its the kind of game that people would actually buy a wii u just to play. the MH franchise is huge and there's no risk in releasing MH products ever.
Shame, MH3 on Wii U is amazing. Would've loved to have MH4 on Wii U as well.
But this isn't that surprising considering this is Capcom we are talking about, their business decisions often don't make any sense, for example the whole Resident Evil Revelations 2 mess.
Obviously I would love another home console version over handheld (it's just my preference of play). Let's hope Nintendo was paying attention to the amount of coverage this printing error received.
@ouroborous
Not quite, its huge in Japan, everywhere else its niche. MH3U only sold 50k on Wii U, it sold 5x more on 3DS. Its definitely not a console seller, at least not as an HD port. If anything they'll save the next console release for MH5.
I think the only reason we got MH3U on Wii U is MH3 was on console, and they thought Monster Hunter would do better in the west with online and on console. It was likely an experiment, and MH3U proved them wrong big-time.
This fits the theme Mh1 console Mh2 handheld Mh3 console Mh4 handheld Mh5 console?
Shame tho as I will only buy console releases of this franchise as with it's just not a big handheld game In the west and Europe!
I also heard that the online is region locked so the UK can only play Europeans and the US can only play US Is this true?
Does it have voice chat?
@NintyLifer People know that, but it's essentially similar to Bayonetta 2. Wii U only owners keep telling 3DS owners to buy a Wii U for things like Mario Maker, GBA games on VC, and even NES Remix (they bashed Nintendo over Ultimate NES Remix) whenever they ask for them to come to 3DS, and then whenever something is 3DS exclusive, they beg for it to come to Wii U (such as MH4U, and even Pokemon ORAS).
Pretty similar to how Xbox/PS fans tell Nintendo-only owners to buy a Xbox/PS if they want to play a game, and then Bayonetta 2 became Wii U exclusive, resulting in them begging for it to come to Xbox/PS.
@midnafanboy Either you got the wrong person, or you didn't really read my comments... to elaborate, I'm probably the last person to even care whether MH4U gets a WiiU release or not. I'm actually among the people who prefer it to remain on 3DS alone.
What I stated about the consequences is more from Capcom's viewpoint, and in their viewpoint, this error hurts the business, since some people actually decided to boycott the 3DS version because of this misunderstanding.
I'm not even close to mad at Capcom, so by all means, hold your horses, Luna (pun intended). If anything, I share your opinion on the matter at hand.
Uhh.... orrrrr, there really is plans for another Monster Hunter on Wii U, and the only real mistake was letting that info slip early.. usually when a company wants to push something like this out there they want to do it in a formal press release, or in a Nintendo direct.
Personally I want Monster Hunter Frontier for Wii U. It just seems like it will be well suited for console play..... As much as I love monster hunter, I will be skipping the 3DS version as its way too hand cramping... Besides I do have Frontier on my iPad and am able to control it fully using the Wii U Pro-controller (Jailbreak FTW)
I really hope they regret not putting it on the wii u.
Welp, I'm buying a New 3DS next year because of this game (the wonderful currently existing catalog is just icing), so the sting of no Wii U version is medicated for me. Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate is great on Wii U, but you can tell it was designed for 3DS, and this one looks even better (including graphically). Basically, I'm pretty excited for this game.
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