Nintendo Quashes Rumours Of New Hardware At E3 2014

No p**p Sherlock.

Totally false we could Dream cant we

...How the flying Eff do you take "Their absolutely going to show new hardware this year" out of context?! Oh ign how you amuse me. Remember kids you cant spell ignorant without-well you get the picture!

I guess they're going to announce the QOL in a Japanese event then.

lol
thats why IGN didn't bother reporting it.

IGN is horrible.

But Nintendo will release another version of the 3DS for all the people to run out and buy for no reason

Yeah, I listened to that whole podcast and the comment definitely wasn't taken out of context.

Cool, now we can speculate about what kind of hardware Nintendo will not reveal at E3. Even more fun.

IGN is garbage they have been Nintendo Bassing for years, but it was kinda fun to speculate.

Well, duh. There's absolutely no need for new hardware right now.

I will buy and buy and buy and buy......
Have my eye on that Mario Kart 8 Wii U, I can always use another one.
Like the Skylanders Wii in that powder blue color.

Please let it be Virtual Boy 2

It's ridiculous rumors like this from the press that make me realize how much older I've become since I first started playing games in 1990. If there's a new hardware announcement, fine. If not, fine. But stop the silly, rabid speculation and act like civilized human beings.

pfffff...... lots of excitement for nothing ......

I still would've liked a 3DS+ or something where it could have HD and can stream to Wii U have more processing power or another Wii U package containing 500GB storage space. I would say "a more powerful Wii U" but if they did that, I would feel like I shot myself in the foot especially since my games are tied to the system hardware.

Tbh it would be an more out of touch move on Nintendo's part to announce a successor to either system. And they would certainly lose my trust as a consumer

It's better that way. We don't want anything taking away from Zelda Wii U's trailer do we?

Yay!

https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/06/miyamoto_zelda_wii_u_was_considered_for_display_at_this_years_e3 this kind of confirms a Zelda trailer!! "we decided to wait just a little bit longer before sharing it with everyone." imo, more than a year is too long for "just a little bit longer". I CAN'T WAIT!

A comment from Nintendo denying it, isn't really proof there will be no hardware.

LESSON: Don't listen to anything from IGN.

That doesn't rule out a peripheral like the Wii U Zapper for
Link's Crossbow Training 2, Silent Scope U, Mario/Nintendo 3rd person shooter.... c'mon let the hype build until it hits a giant brick wall of disappointment!!!!!!

I think the only thing this rules out is anyone from Nintendo ever telling Peer and Jose any secrets in future.

Nothing to see here, just good old IGN doing their thing.

Didn't Nintendo say there wouldn't be a 3DS XL just before E3 2012 last year? Didn't they reveal the XL in a Direct after E3? I'm wouldn't be surprised if they repeated themselves.

Good!

Haha, that was fun while it lasted. Thanks for the memories, IGN.

@Neko_Chan I find it funny that IGN gave it a 6 and gave Donkey Kong Tropical Freeze a 9... while Gamespot gave DK:TF a 6 and Kirby an 8. Same reviewers, as well. The clear differences is that one likes easy games and the other likes hard games.

IGN: That's what she said.

now IGN deals in "my aunt heard from my sister, who heard it from the neighbour"?

Oh, thats why I dont visit that site anymore...

you can't spell IGNorant without IGN

I wish they were going to reveal new hardware. (Miles more interested in those reveals than anything else). Even if it is another 3rd pillar (Or 4th or 5th).

Don't hate on IGN (Peer Schneider). He himself said they were just rumours that's why they didn't bother to report on it. Better listen to the podcasts yourselves. You say IGN keep bashing on Nintendo? Well..maybe you could say that to some editors there, but the IGN Nintendo team are really fond and fans of Nintendo.
And remember when they [Nintendo] also squashed rumours on new systems in the past and to see later it actually true? The most recent one I believe was the 3DS XL.

@Marshi
Hah I love it, so true. IGN is the worst gaming 'news' site on the web. Over opinionated rubbish.

3ds U please! a 3ds with wii u gamepad compatability, and dual circle pads. id love it but it would add to nintendos confusion among the shoppers. 3ds, 3dsxl, 2ds and 3dsU. perfect.

240p.....in 2015?!?!?

@Knuckles Yep, I was thinking just that!

The "rumor" was indeed taken out of context. Ostero repeatedly said "I think" before saying what he said (interrupted by interjections from other panelists). It's clear to me that he was offering his own speculation, and certainly not speaking as an authority on the subject. Even if you don't buy that, his assertion is based solely on "I heard from some guys." On top of that, this is Ostero speaking on a podcast that I doubt many people listen to/are aware exists. That's not at all the same as IGN reporting a rumor.

Nevertheless, IGN is being bashed for allegedly reporting a rumor... yet no one is taking Nintendo Life to task for actually publishing an unsubstantiated rumor.

YAY!

Wait, I thought Nintendo didn't comment on rumours and speculation?? I smell a conspiracy! (jk)

Whoever got their hopes up, well I feel bad for you.

Let this be a lesson to you all. IGN loves to troll Nintendo fans.

Stop supporting IGN, avoid their links at all costs.

@Damo Was your Nintendo UK rep a certain James Newton?

Meanwhile, the 3DS is getting pretty dang long in the tooth.

@Marshi If you actually listened to their podcast, they said there would not be a new system, but probably a new version or possibly something related to QOL.

@DatFunkySmell

Nah man, you're missing the point. It's cool to hop on the IGN sucks bandwagon. Facts matter not.

Well, I'm glad too see this, I was just saying in the other post Nintendo should make a comment, because this could have negative impact on the new bundle sales, well they acted a lot faster then I thought they would, glad to see they're on top of things.

Why people want so badly a new Ninty Hardware? I'm glad with my 3DSand WiiU - suffered a lot, but doing fine now, thank you. DKC:Tropical Freeze keeps my heart warmed.

What happened to the usual "Nintendo doesn't comment on rumours" line?

@MAB

I'm glad that they are not showing new hardware, I'm happy with the 3DS and Wii U as they are and just want a bunch on new games!

@MAB Smash Bros. 3DS console (like they've done with most major games)

I have a feeling that the 3DS Lite or a new revision will replace the 3DS original and will be announced after E3 in a Direct!

I'm glad this rumors were quashed. Those guys at IGN sometimes says no-sense stuff on their podcasts just to get some more clicks and listeners... Either way, I'm extreeeeemely excited to see what Nintendo will show at E3

Didn't Nintendo say the same thing about the 3DS, like, the day before it was anounced? That being said there better not be another mew hardware. Can't afford it atm.

Interesting NOE quashes rumors about an NOA conference.

Thank god. If they were to show off new hardware it would either be a 3DS 2 (?) or something that would replace the Wii U.

I'm glad to hear it's just bullpoopoodoodoocacapoopledoopledoggiedoodlepoopoo.
_{Please watch the profanity — TBD}

He said "at" E3. Which makes sense as they wont be doing a presentation at E3. Before E3 or in a digital event isnt at E3.

And how many times did they say no Wii U price drop last year?

And what does anybody at Nintendo UK know about E3 anyway? I know this is a UK site but I dont trust N UK HQ to know what is going on in Japan.

Back in 2012...

> "A 3DS XL?! LOL Not gonna happen!" - Nintendo

Days later...

> "OMG GUYS! CHECK THIS OUT!!!1" - Nintendo, again

Yeah, right. I don't trust them at all even if they are being serious this time...

Good and hopefully for the better as Nintendo needs more game announcements than new hardware.

@TeeJay No they didn't. Nintendo are really good at deflecting the question, saying things like "We're happy with the current model of 3DS", which people often took to mean a denial. This is an outright statement saying no.

It's definitely still too soon. Maybe next year? I'm fine with the WiiU and my 3DS XL for a long time. I still have my retro consoles to fall back on among other platforms.

It still possible that these rumors may be true. Speculations is fun. Nintendo squashes rumors means nothing. They have known to be playing this trick before. Hmmm . I was liking that idea about a Wii U controller that acts like a 2ds. That integrates the connectivity between the two consoles that would've totally been a game changer. I also like bashing IGN.

You can't spell IGNorant without Nintendo Life, the people who also reported an article like this!

Its totally not true.

But then again, Nintendo lie all the time! Last time I remember everywhere was saying a new 3DS was coming out in 2012 before E3, Nintendo said no, hand on heart, there is not, the Taco style 3DS is the final version and no other version will be coming so soon then BAM a few days later the 3DS XL was announced.

I'll never forget that, they lied, I can never understand when people on here and IGN etc take their word for things.

The Wii Z will have to wait...

That's so dumb! Why would people think Nintendo would show a new system at this year's E3?? That makes NO sense! It's BARELY been 4 years since the 3DS & Wii U have been on the market... "oooo. My head hurts...."

@readyletsgo "Yea!!! I'll never for that either! I'm still a mad about that too. Those lying-liers! 'Oh. The 3DS will be the final version. We will not make another version.' Then a couple months later... 'We are going to release the 3DS XL!' Wednesday Thursday Friday??!!! Seriously??"

@Superiorspider And titled it a rumor in the very first word of the article? Yeah, so ignorant. -_-

I'd still be cool with a Wii U "3DS Player" that attaches to the back of the gamepad.

@gatorboi352

The worldwide release of the 3DS was in March of 2011 with Japan a little earlier on February 26, 2011. So it is just a little over 3 years old now so basically it is about halfway through a normal handheld life cycle so there should be high quality games ahead for at least two more years. The 2ds and XL models may push it to 3 or 4 more quality software years. I don't expect a true handheld successor until late 2016 at the earliest.

I love how most people are acting like every employee at IGN is a Nintendo hater when in fact if you guys bothered to listen to NVC their podcast you would hopefully realize that isn't the case.

Was really hoping for a 3DS XL HD

People speculated that it's going to be a new console. If Nintendo released a new console this soon it would be like commiting company suicide. More likely to be a new handheld if it was going to happen.

It makes sense for Nintendo to swiftly denounce it.

Otherwise people might have held off buying the Mario Kart 8 bundle in case they revealer a Wii U slim at E3.

I know I was feeling that way.

It's scary how statements can be taken out of hand. I heard the entire IGN nintendo voice chat podcast and clearly they were just talking about possibilities and speculation nothing concrete.

I know Nintendo is very secretive but it wouldnt be logical to showcase new hardware as in consoles at such an early life cycle of their current home and handheld consoles.

Im hyped to hear new games announced and release dates for the games they've already announced. Also the Smash invitational and smash fest are just very exciting and am curious to see how nintendo is going to execute their plans.

The only concern now is "patience" because the HYPE is there but sometimes it may cause the speculation to get out of control…kinda like this rumor ya know

Is this from the same experts that claimed the Wii U would have bluray? The only possible "hardware" Nintendo could possibly unveil is their QOL plan. Other than that, there's no way they unveil a new console/handheld.

Just because Nintendo submitted patents for a new controller design, it doesn't mean they're launching a new console. Nintendo submits patents like crazy to protect future ideas.

@Marshi "'Nintendo is absolutely going to reveal new hardware at E3...' is something that we would say if Nintendo were going to reveal new hardware at E3, but unfortunately it is not the case that NINTENDO IS GOING TO REVEAL NEW HARDWARE AT E3, so we cannot unfortunately say that NINTENDO WILL DEFINITELY BE REVEALING NEW HARDWARE AT E3."
They didn't post the whole quote.

Lol that was quick

@Jazzer94

Exactly. IGN has its fair share of "Nintendorks" working for them now, and even lost a couple last year who now work for Nintendo!

IGN is no worse than any other gaming site when it comes to Nintendo, and are actually probably one of the more fair ones.

I listened to the podcast and you guys definitely took what was said out of context.

I'll just take Metroid for both current hardware platforms and I'll be happy.

@gatorboi352 @johnredcorn

I'm sorry but while IGN have some fair reporters, and usually Jose Otero and Peer Schneider are pretty fair...they have been caught pushing absolutely unsubstantiated rumors and then refused to apologize or run an official retraction when it became painfully clear they had jumped the gun.

Just a few months ago, they pushed out a story about Nintendo pulling copyright claims against certain Youtube channels...it turns out Google was at fault, and Nintendo was actually working to help those who had videos unfairly pulled get them reinstated.

One of the people cited as being "targeted" in the IGN article quickly posted a bunch of videos explaining how bizarre it was that he was named in the controversy, and assured everyone Nintendo had taken no such action.

That was not the only time IGN had jumped the gun to report rumors and false information about Nintendo. Now I think they've gotten better in recent months (in fact Jose Otero is probably one of the reasons for that), but they still make click-bait articles and we all know Nintendo is the low hanging fruit for games "journalists" to beat up on for site traffic.

Let's not make IGN into martyrs...good lord the Nintendoom squad will defend anyone in their crusade against Nintendo.

I'm still more inclined to believe something will be announced, probably a redesign of something. I don't really follow IGN, but MCV have also reported they've been told by multiple sources there will be new hardware at E3. Nintendo do have previous for saying 'There won't be a bigger 3DS revealed at E3', and then 2 weeks later, revealing a bigger 3DS at E3.

@Action51 I think this site is worse for clickbait than any other I have visited. Problem is it has stuff nowhere else has. (Even if it is excessively verbose).

To anyone saying that QoL is a hardware system: seriously knock it off. They never said it was a hardware system. Never. Go and watch the ND agaon and you'll see.

Rumors will be rumors, I suppose. I'm just glad this one was quashed quickly.

NO WAY. RUMORS TURNED OUT TO BE... RUMORS?

@Zyph

he said that they were rumours that they probably started.

Hardware in general, right? Obviously a new game console isn't happening at all, but kinda figured a new accesory or a 3DS....erm, Lite? xD (lol yeah I dunno)

I see IGN has learned well from our politicians: cry that something was taken out of context even when all the context is right there in black and white, and just hope that everyone--like the rest of our media--pretends that that settles the matter.

(Gee, and I wonder why I have a really dim view of game 'journalism'--"hacks" doesn't even begin to describe these people.)

@minotaurgamer Cannot see how it is going to work without some form of hardware. (Don't think it will be on 3DS/Wii U or Windows/Mac or Mobile). If it is good and is entirely software somebody better placed will just copy it.

moving to PC gaming

bye sry guys

@Omarsonic9 We'll miss you?

Called it.

@Omarsonic9 I find PC + Nintendo is WIN.

My PC outclasses a PS4/XB1...but it's still got the same dudebro shooters and murder simulators. I find I have more fun playing indie games and older RPGs on my Steam account lol.

We don't need new hardware...

@Action51 agreed, PC plus Wii U and 3DS does the trick for me too.

They might show off that fancy Wii U Gamepad I keep hearing about for the past 2 years. Maybe the Wii U could use it to create exciting gameplay experiences.

@Peach64

3DS XL wasn't revealed at E3 though. It was revealed two weeks after.

@Daruncic YES!!! 3DS games via some adapter for the Wii U would be ideal!!! I tend to mostly game on the TV so I could get through 3DS games alot faster as I have found I don't play my portables nowhere near as often as I should for the amount of games that I own for it.

@PvtOttobot Nice find. Cant wait.

You guys have no idea how glad I am to hear these news. Hopefully we'll see a portable GBA VC before the next handheld.

IGN is the gaming world's tabloid trash site. I never trust them.

@PvtOttobot gotta get a zelda and smash bros out for any given nintendo console before announcing the next one. Thems the rules. #newhardware2015

Also I miss Audrey Drake. Greatest woman ever.

YES! Let's twist the Nintendo Spokesperson's words into 'The New Hardware will be revealed the day before E3 . . .but not AT E3 - we will just be making software announcements for the new NINTENDOPHONE.

@Warruz What for ? To complain that all the 3DS games out look horrible / dont work on it ? That it sucks up battery juice twice as fast as the vita does (which would be 1-2h) ? That its way to expansive ? That its "just an upgrade" ?

Whats wrong with the current 3DS ? Is the Vita instantly the better handheld because it has an HD display ?
This, the ongoing 1080p discussion and the crys towards hardware upgrades to the WiiU are utterly ridiculous. People are requesting technical standarts that wont add anything worthwhile to perfectly fine systems because mass media throws these terms around like they are the new holy scripture -.-

I just heard of this news now. Honestly, NintendoUK saying there wont be any new hardware isnt much proof.

I remember Nintendo proper said something similar about 3DS before the XL was revealed. Same thing with the WiiU price drops and maybe even a bundle or two. It may not be true this time, but Nintendo loves to cry wolf in order to surprise people later.

It could all just be clever wording, a hint that there may be new peripherals on the horizon, or just a plain rumor. Either way, I'm ready for lots of software reveals.

That's a relief. Hardware isn't Nintendo's problem. It's public perception. They've never recovered from the Wii U's shaky launch, nor has the (uninformed) public let them recover. The Wii U is, now, as solid a gaming platform as any other on the market with AAA games and a robust eShop, but they've been denied a second chance thanks to nonstop bashing.

i was almost expecting a wii u 2... the ultimate showdown...

8K UltimateHD
16 cores
128 gb flash ram
500 gb SSD
GFX from hell and above.
plays all nintendo games from NES/GB to WII u and upscaling.
controllers are not present as it is controlled by brainwaves.

but no no... i must wait

sad face

@Einherjar Because the 3DS XL just stretches the screen rather then increase the resolution to compensate for the larger screen.

@Thats-what-she Hardware is Nintendo's problem they never make nice hardware using the best parts they possibly can its always cheap and nasty but priced as premium hardware.

@peckpeck I listened to the whole podcast too. And he clearly stated, more than once, that new hardware could mean many things, and not specifically a big announcement. Example; should that yoshi patterned Wii mote get a release date in NA, it would qualify as new hardware.

Okay, WHY exactly would they show new hardware only a couple of years after the Wii U and 3DS launched?

I listened to IGN's excellent NVC podcast where Peer made those comments and they are definitely not taken out of context!

@Spanjard lol

I think it will be next year they will give the wii u one more year or until xmas to push sales then it will be game over for wii u. I put my money on 2015 for a next nintendo home console and or handheld.

Considering the Wii U is only just now getting some games(albeit, slowly.) it'd be a bad move to announce a successor, especially since it's only a little over two years old. Not to mention it'd sure be a big kick in the pants to the people who actually supported the console.

why is IGN still in business?

I wouldnt be surprised if they release new hardware. Doesnt mean a new console. Im thinking a redesign of the wiiu. Perhaps no wii backwards compatability to cut costs? Maybe a built in hdd? Would love one with the capability to play dvds and blurays.

When theyre ready to announce a brand new console, expect them to do a live e3 presentation.

Everyone assumes Nintendo is telling the truth?
They always quash rumors, in absolute terms, regardless of whether or not they're true.
Such as "there will not be a price cut for the Wii U this year." Followed by the announcement of a price cut what, two months later?

I believe they also stated they weren't going to announce any new hardware at E3 the year that they announced the Wii U.

Gotta love rumors.

@MAB

Actually kind of relieved because I just bought a Wii U and I don't want a new Nintendo system to come out soon!

@Damo Thanks for setting things straight. As a professional in media myself I didn't report this or make wild speculations and I'm glad to see that you and your wonderful colleagues didn't either! You guys are true professionals.

ZELDA ZELDA ZELDA ZELDA

U!!!!

Remember two years ago where Nintendo said they weren't going to make a follow up device to the 3DS anytime soon and then revealed the XL months later? Maybe we'll be seeing a 3DSMicroLite soon now
I kid, I kid. I don't see why Nintendo really would need anything different from their current hardware, what with 3 3DS models and the perfectly fine Wii U. The most I could ever see them doing is them revealing that second Gamepads will now be sold in stores, since I believe I've heard the console does have that functionality, and they may incorporate it into one of their announced games.

I bet they'll reveal the Wii u game pad xL with a 32 in screen

I hope for an updated wiiu gamepad.

My friend says he's not buying a 3DS yet because the 4DS is right around the corner and he's really excited to be able to smell his games.

My friends are weird...

@unrandomsam Better hardware isn't going to make better software and software is what, ultimately, sells consoles.

IGN: Nintendo is ABSOLUTELY revealing new hardware this E3.

Nintendo: We are NOT revealing new hardware at E3.

IGN: Those comments were taken out of context

@Zyph too late the hatred has already spread in this website towards IGN.

what those comments spread around like a highschool rumor turned out to be wrong? =w= i guess my dream of the nintendo quality of life "thing" is out the window.

@BossBattles
May that truth be chiseled in marble until the heat death of the universe.

@JaxonH Yeah but Nintendo cannot be trusted when it comes to that.

Nintendo : There won't be a price drop certainly not this year

2 days later

Price Drop.

Same when it comes to hardware refreshes they deny it until the last second. (Which rightly annoys people).

@unrandomsam

True. But to be fair, they didn't say no price drops 2 days before the price drop. They said it many months before the price drop came. And of course, no company on the history of planet Earth is going to announce a price drop 9 months in advance, because that would basically be telling consumers "Don't buy our product right now". Everyone knows how these things work. Companies wills say no price drops because they have to. To do otherwise would be commercial suicide in the interim.

As for new hardware, I think that's a different story. I don't think Nintendo would go out of their way to say they're not announcing new hardware if they actually plan to. With price drops, again, that's the sort of thing that's expected. Of course they're gonna say they have no plans to lower the price. But with something like this, all they'd have to do is keep their mouths shut for the next month and then announce it. No reason to deny it if it were actually true.

I was hoping for a new model for 3ds like a lighter version of it with better internet, but alas I guess I must wait for another year or 2.
They obviously weren't going to make a successor console to the 3ds (or wii u) though. That would have been the dumbest idea possible, so it's good that they're committed to fixing their mistakes before moving on to the next console.

1. never trust IGN
2. never trust ex-nintendo employee
3. never trust third party LOL

Lol, had a feeling that was not a true rumor.

My body is ready for the Nintendo 3DS Micro!

Knew it. Rumours from IGN(orant gamers) should never be believed to be true.

@A1234 Pretty much this. IGN is horrible. Why anyone takes them seriously is beyond me.

That probably also means a no-show for the "quality of life device".
Thank god! That means all the focus will be on the games!

@Henmii exactly! Cause we all know what happened at E3 last year with that Sports television machine that can play Halo games

@LUIGITORNADO exactly! We all remember the 'we have no plans on releasing a successor to the wii'...and then they announced the wii u a few months later :-/

"I can confirm Nintendo is not revealing any hardware at this year's E3."

Just read that sentence back to yourself. Understand what it is actually saying.

Nintendo aren't holding a proper E3 event. So they won't be revealing hardware at E3 because they aren't presenting. They'll reveal it on Nintendo Direct, which isnt't at E3. It's during E3, but not at E3.

Yes, I realise that's stupid pedantic nonsense. But I like adding fuel to the fire.

We don't need new hardware! I think Nintendo won't risk new hardware on their current state, 3DS sales are fine and keep the company going.

Zelda who? Zelda who? Zelda Who? ZELDA U!!!

Oh good. Now we can move with our lives and speculate on things that will or could possibly exist this year.

@JaxonH Did you listen to the actual podcast before making comments like #146. smh

I think it would be bad idea anyway if this rumor was true.

Unless its from Nintendo Japan I don't rule out anything as we've seen in the past.

They shouldn't reveal it at E3, but I'd put good money on a 2DSXL coming this year

Was there anyone out there thinking Nintendo was gonna show any new hardware? Really? Really!!?? It makes no sense!!
Even when you know a company is working on new hardware it takes 2+ years to be shown. But now, a rumor comes out about Nintendo working on the next console and everyone thinks they're gonna show it a few weeks later. C'mon! Even if they're working on it, it's pretty clear they won't be showing anything.
Add to that the fact that Nintendo is working on Smash Bros. and Mario Kart. Those are big games, are the ones that sell consoles. The ONLY course of action is to wait and see how those games sell consoles. If not, then you can show something new.
I mean, the single act of showing a new console would be the Wii U's death. This time for good. Every one would just say "So... I was gonna give the Wii U a chance, but now that they've shown the next one, I'll just wait".

You can't bet on releases like smash and mario kart while showing new main hardware. The max I expect this e3 is a new gamepad, or something in the vein of console accessories. It's about the awesome games coming up this year and the next, probably.

@Jazzer94

No, I didn't. I don't have time to be listening to podcasts I have no interest in. But I don't need to. I read the original article quoting the gentleman from IGN saying they're absolutely revealing new hardware. Now I'm reading Nintendo's statement and IGN's response. That's all I need to know.

@JaxonH Skip too 54 minutes in listen to 59 of the podcast and then try to tell me that the quote used was not taken out of context I'm sure 5 minutes isn't wasting that much time to learn that this wasn't really news worthy and is pure click bait, I mean you don't want to seem ignorant to all the details do you.

@Jazzer94

Ok, I'ma do it just because you asked me to. BUT, I hardly see how "Nintendo is ABSOLUTELY showing new hardware" can be taken out of context. Either they ARE, or they AREN'T. And no matter which way you spin it, this guy said they absolutely ARE. No doubt in his mind. That's what he said. Did he not?

EDIT: I've listened to the segment in question, and first of all let me just state that he safeguarded his over-reaching prediction by saying "it could be a new controller or something". Which is nonsense, because we don't need predictions for accessories. Nintendo announces controllers and accessories on a monthly basis it seems, so to lump hardware ACCESSORIES into the hardware category just seems to me to be a lame attempt to safeguard his prediction. I can almost GUARANTEE we will see some form of new controller or accessory at E3- that's a given. But you and I know, as does he, that that is not what "new hardware" is.

It all boils down to this: He should have never stated a rumor as 100% surety in the first place. His reasoning for Nintendo "absolutely showing new hardware" was backed by hearsay. Because he "heard" from this dude here, and that dude there. That's not good enough.

@JaxonH Yes but he wasn't saying it was a home console he even goes on to say they don't know what it will be and it could be a type of GCN controller for the new Smash game the whole thing was speculation hence no official article and them discussing it casually on the podcast.

@Jazzer94

True, and if it were a small Youtube channel it wouldn't have even been an issue. But when you work at IGN, there's always a megaphone next to you. You have to be more careful of the things you say, even in a podcast, because everything you say will be associated with IGN. Know what I mean?

I think if Nintendo did show any new hardware right now it would be just innapropriate anyway. the 3ds is clicking on all cylinders and the Wii-U just hasn't been out long enough. I would be surprised if they even showed a home console next year and if they did I be pretty bummed if I was a Wii-U owner. Maybe a new handheld next year would be my guess although they may not even have too even do that. The 3DS is Rockin! I just hope Nintendo doesn't go tablet gaming although they would probably do very well with tablet only gaming and their own Appstore. I think they are starting to get their stride with how to operate an appstore. The prices are fair and well as far as gaming goes their download games really have surpassed at least the android Market in Quality, maybe even the Apple store. I just want to see my beautiful 3DS go a few solid more years. I've been gaming a longtime and this has been my favorite run of all time with a system. Thank you for that Nintendo! Also thank you for this wonderful site Nintendo life even though I might not ever forgive you guys for that Race for The Line Review you guys generously handed out lol I still love ya!

@JaxonH Oh I understand what you are saying completely maybe they shouldn't have discussed it till they had more info but I feel NL choice of quoting was very misleading once you hear the whole conversation which is much longer and has a different tone to it then the two quotes make it appear.

Edit: @JaxonH These sort of discussions are how we found out about the Wii U gamepad so I don't think it should outright be dismissed, a lot of people who worked at IGN go on to work at Nintendo so this isn't completely out of the realm that he hears something that hasn't been announced yet.

omg how cool would this be now that I think about if? A Nintendo Tablet which would connect to your TV wirelessly with all those cool games either straight from the tablet or on the TV? My only issue with such a system is a control pad. I love my control pad and have never gotten used to touch screen. it just doesn't feel right. But they could make something like the Nexus 7 and have a built in controller with capabilities of Bluetooth controllers so friends could play when on TV. Then your friend could bring his system to your house also for other cool options. OK I'm rethinking tablet gaming. my thoughts are spewing out too much. sorry guys.

It's really quite odd that a Nintendo UK rep confirmed that nothing was coming, they are so far down the pecking list in the grand scheme of things and virtually no one at Nintendo UK would know this information as they are a very small number of individuals who basically arrange distribution, advertising and customer service for the country which are all out sourced. I still hold hope that this is all smoke and mirrors...even if it is an accessory or redesign.

Only time will tell though

@siconlol,

You mean that machine that STILL has to hit Holland?

"Zelda who? Zelda who? Zelda Who? ZELDA U!!!"

If you really think there will be a proper Zelda U showing, then you life in a dream world! The only Zelda we'll see will be Hyrule warriors, wich is just there to fill the Zelda gap!

Okay, maybe a tiny piece of information/artwork. But the true Zelda U reveal will be next year!!

"They'll reveal it on Nintendo Direct, which isnt't at E3"

Hopefully not! I don't want to see a Wii u succesor, nor do I want to see the "quality of life device"! I want to see games, games, games!

Is everyone hyped up for the new hardware that Nintendo is revealing? Everyone's expectations are raised, everyone buzzing about what the announcement will be? Trolls trolling in overtime troll-mode? Astro-turf forum dwellers out there pushing misinformation?

Well, it seems the gaming "journalists" have done their jobs once again...

Good. It's time to focus on the Wii U. It's way too early for new platforms.