In recent weeks we've seen sketchy rumours of a Wii U bundle with The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD become increasingly reliable. The Gamescom build of the game has also revealed a Hero Mode and a host of other details, so Nintendo is clearly gearing up the hype ahead of an October release. With regards to this prospective bundle and the Hero Mode there's now been a reported leak of footage, which includes a new Wii U GamePad design.
According to an eagle-eyed user over on NeoGaf, Nintendo reportedly uploaded and then promptly took down a new trailer showing the Hero Mode in action and then, at the end, confirming the hardware design pictured above. We've marked this article as a rumour due to the fact that trailers can be faked — the video below is a rehosted copy — and due to the faint possibility that this is a concept and not a final product. Just cast your minds back to the supposed Rayman Legends reveal in 2012 that included NFC figurines.
Paranoia and caution aside, this is looking increasingly legitimate. Let us know what you think in the comments below.
[source neogaf.com]
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Wise, wise idea, Nintendo.
I won't be picking it up, since I already have a Wii U, but it doesn't look like I'll be missing out on that big of a special design anyways.
Dang it i already have a wii u...why cant i wait..
Smart art cover, also Nintendo is doing good with there digital prices towards other consoles.I have a cover for the Gamepad Nintendo should do a Zelda art cover for the Gamepad but with a game like a limited edition, i probably be picking up the game but not another console.
Guys, it's already sold out!
Just kidding
They're probably saving the HD Zelda
Phwoar.. The things I'd do to have that and the Zelda 3DS, too.
That controller is pretty <3
Once again, I should have waited...
Seems like early adopters have once again been shafted. Dammit.
Seems pretty real to me. Nintendo, you got busted! The GamePad looks nice, like the limited edition Zelda 3DS. If I can spare the money, this Christmas this will be mine, and I'll make my cousin who got a regular black soooo jealous! Good family quality times ahead.
A green Wii U would've been a sure buy for me, but a black one with white scribbles? Not so much.
Don't see much point in getting this, unless it costs $350.
It isn´t fair for us, launch buyers!
That picture almost makes it look like a plastic casing that is snapped on.
Pretty sure it's real. This was posted on IGN's Youtube channel, with the same Wii U design.
Nintendo really has a way of making people regret buying their systems...
And I just bought a Wii U >.<
I can only hope in a special edition with only game and controller (like skyward), but sound unlikely since not even normal gamepads are aviable in stores T.T;
It would be a pretty smart move. Struggling to sell your console now that the hardcore already bought one? Release one with some Zelda decals on so they all buy it a second time.
I guess it's nice for collectors, but I'm not sure I'd want one game to be displayed all over my gamepad like that for the next 4 or 5 years or however long the Wii U lasts.
@Everyonewithregrets
I shouldn't have bought that tube TV in the 70's, because HDTVs came out around 30 years later. Darn...
Obviously, this is about 1 year later, but deals and improvements happen. You'll never be able to predict the future, so I don't see how you can regret doing something in the past when you didn't know exactly what would change in the future.
How about a free gamepad with just the disc!
This is the kind of thing I have been waiting for to buy a WiiU!
It's times like this I wish I didn't already own a WiiU. :/ But a very good move by Nintendo.
I'm used to missing out on these kinda things since I always buy Nintendo consoles on release, but usually it's not quite so soon.... This one hurts a little, that controller is really pretty.
it´s just me? or it looks like nintendo not only make this game HD but did some enhancement graphics filter treatment to the game, I don't remember the game has this visuals.
Legit. Can't wait.
That is awesome! I bought my console day one, so I wouldn't be able to afford/get this, but I can hope that I find a way to just get the gamepad as a back-up. lol
Now, if only we could get Twilight Princess HD:)
@feline2 Same here.
I thought I'd learn from the Zelda edition 3DS, but no. XD
I just want a bundle of WWHD & that GamePad / a face plate with that design.
I dont regret my early purchase. I had to zoom in the pic to see the difference.
@jayclayx
It's mainly the same. From what I can tell, they added better lighting, particle affects, better polygon models and obviously, 1080p.
The physics look a little better, too. If you never played the original, this to be the best time to get a Wii U and the definitive version of the game(if the bundle is true, which is likely).
I say it's worth getting a Wii U.
Beautiful...
Looks great. Hey, another way Nintendo can differentiate themselves by being able to alter the look of the gamepad in bundles i.e. Wind Waker, Metroid (if they ever do this take my money!!), Maro. Very nice indeed. Will need to pick this bundle up as I have never played WW.
Definitely getting the game, but if this is the console for sure I think I'll pass. I'd upgrade no questions asked if it was a gold console or something.
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Eh, it's just a black wiiu with some paint on. No regrets of buying a normal black wiiu.
@Funny_Moblin
It's basically a new level with the NiGHTS bosses. Everything from the regular version of the game is still there, not replaced.
I might buy myself a wii u just for this design, it will be a great match for my OoT 3ds
Samething happened with the 3ds. DAMMIT I CAN NEVER WAIT
Samething happened with the 3ds. DAMMIT I CAN NEVER WAIT
@OdnetninAges Thanks for the reply. I never played a NiGHTS game, but I might still pre-order it for collector's sake. Any addition only makes it better I suppose..
Darn I knew i should've waited for a limited edition wii u! Oh well at least i got a zelda 3ds
@SCAR392 I just wish they would get out some more colors. White and black is beyond boring; I'd be all over an orange Wii U.
Video removed :/ well, I'd buy me a beautiful special edition, but if it's barely different, the game alone will do. Boxed, of course.
Good.Hope it increases sales.
If they sell the GamePad through select retailers I would definitely buy one. But I'm not going to fork over $350 when I already own a Wii U. My Zelda 3DS will do just fine
That looks fake to me
welp i saw the trailer once before the user removed it
PLAY THE CELEBRATION MUSIC!
http://mrhokeypokey.tumblr.com/post/58950610745/cyanblur-wind-waker-great-sea-electrohouse
I still haven't gotten a Wii U because i was waiting for this.. looks awesome.
Video is down.
@Chriiis
Different console colors is pretty subjective, but more colors is definitely not a bad option to have. I personally don't mind black(I would have chosen black anyway), but I think you'll be waiting another year at the very least until there are other colors available besides that and white.
I have the rubber cover over my gamepad already and it would block out the design anyways... I like the rubber cover to protect the pad and also it give it a nice weight, makes it feel like its worth an extra 100 bucks.
@Morphtorok Same here
It's official! Here's the Hero Mode trailer!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxLJCC1r1VI&feature=player_embedded
Sigh... so pretty indeed... i can't really blame Nintendo for pullling out all the stops to boost Wii U sales but i can't afford to buy another one.
@MrKenta : I totally agree with you. Personally a white with gold Wii U would have been pretty.
The Zelda text and symbols don't really mix well with the black background IMO.. They should have made it like the Golden Wii remote.
I like the cover art of the game although the original was prettier.
video down.
Remember that SNES ad, good things come to those who wait, well Ive waited and if this true then Ill be a Wii U owner as soon as its released.
i would have liked it to be gold, that would fit with the Zelda motif perfectly
yeah i guess i got here late vid got deleted im left with curiosity now
That controller could go on as a collectors item! I hope they sell it separately.... might be wishful thinking though.
Video was removed.... ugh
@All who want to watch the video, go here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxLJCC1r1VI
The only reason why I don't care for this special design because a marathon session of Zelda sweaty hands would eventually rub that gorgeous art work off.
@MrKenta I'm pretty sure the target SKU leak confirmed this would be $350. I'm curious if it will also include Nintendoland.... Putting two games in the box will make the value irresistible to parents when they are comparing it to the more expensive xBone/PS4 that doesn't come with any games.
@SCAR392 excellent point/analogy.... People could of held off. People knew Nintendo would do something special with Wind Waker just like we know they will do something special with the XL when a link between worlds comes out (they will probably do gold decals on the new black XL)
Seems fake. User removed it shortly after.
IGN removed the video also. It was made to be private.
I still long for the days when the N64 came in every color under the sun. Decals and 3rd party hardware covers are a nice alternative now.
It looks pathetic....
Why not make it White with Gold decals? Or even Red and Gold(?)
I had to zoom in on the picture, just to see the decals.
and.... this kind of annoys me. Here I am, an early adopter for the system and really, got nothing special but those who waited/been crying for prices drops and such, can get this special Wii U that will only be sold for a limited time most likely.... and I get..... nothing special at all. My Wii U will be the same as the people who bought theirs 3 years from now except for being older.
At least it will help sell some consoles and possibly help get more support....
Knew I should have waited... Had very little in the way of enjoyment being an early adopted, and now something that would have offset the abysmal games line-up... Damn...
I would have waited for this if it weren't for Pikmin 3... dah well.
I would like to get this Zelda special edition Wii U, but I worry about the decals getting rubbed out by my sweaty hands.
Still hate the HD sign on the box, it's beyond fugly. Just get rid of it Nintendo, that's a -50 points just for that ugly thing...
Can't see the video, can someone give me a link to where I can watch the trailer?
This has got to be fake, it has the Skyward sword logo on it. Why would they do that for Wind Waker?
@Alshain01 Skyward Sword logo?
...wut?
@Chris720 well I looked back and I guess it first showed up on Twilight Princess, but the triforce with the bird below it wasn't around for Wind Waker. None of the box art has that logo.
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