Oh, man, it's not that there's anything wrong with Wii U but its advertisement. It's not a direct competition to PS4 or Xbox One in my opinion and it shouldn't be compared to those systems. I love my Wii U as much as I love my X360 and PS3. They all share the same shelf near my TV and on each of these consoles I have a different awesome eperience. Yeah, I will buy PS4, maybe even on day one because I wanna play games like AC4 or Watch_Dogs in a super high graphics but it doesn't get me any less excited about some Wii U games like the absolute gorgeous Wind Waker HD or Bayonetta 2, Pikmin 3, Wonderful 101, and of course the game I actually bought the system for: Rayman Legends - why anyone would NOT buy a Wii U for that Mr. Pachter??
Yeah, what platformers on Nintendo systems need is a new take on previously made stuff just like Ubi did with Rayman Legends which is basically Origins but with so many additions, changes and improvements that it instantly feels all fresh again.
Nintendo should ship all new consoles with the new firmware already installed with no way to do downgrade. Hackers will update soft for flashcards as well, sure, but it would delay it, and maybe discourage some folks to even bother with flashcards.
I actually played only demo version of both the 3DS ooroginal and now the Wii U HD remaster. I was thoroughly impressed by 3DS version and came kinda disappointed by the remaster.
Why scanning doesn't utilize gyro controls? Why you can't play with Wii Remote Plus + Nunchuck combo? Why camera control feels so damn stiff and imprecise? Whe the textures are so washed out and ugly?
Rachel's awesome rack alone does not justify the asking price for me. Maybe I'll finally pick up 3DS version, after all.
I imagine Circle Pads are better suited for such a wide and flat controller as the Wii U. You can hold it firmly in your hands instead of raising your thumbs all the time. Well, that's just a thought since I never touched the thing.
It's all cool but pretty much everybody is waiting for that 3DS Pokemon. It would push hardware sales probably better than any other franchise but still there are more than 150 million DS consoles out there, and like 10 times less 3DS units. Maybe they're waiting for a big reveal at E3 or something alongside 3DS redesign?
I really like my aqua blue 3DS but always they announce new color or special edition, I just go like 'hey, this one is the best color evaaar'. Every single time, I'm just hopeless So far the Zelda edition was probably the one that I really loved, and I would like to see maybe a vintage, book-like, profesor Layton themed console.
Stylus aiming is a lot more accurate and I don't know why there were so few first person games on the original DS except the great Metroid Prime Hunters, Moon, Dementium and couple of others. Yeah, how about Dementium 3DS?
I'd say it's not gonna happen. Nobody will buy a Kinect anymore if there's new Microsoft console coming on the horizon. And it seems PS3 hasn't been pushed to its limits yet, and Sony still have PS Vita to brag about the whole E3 conference. I'm super curious about Wii U, the price, actual games (maybe reveal of a launch lineup), and since it's fully backwards compatible with Wii maybe it will offer something like upscaling resolution of Wii games? On Xbox 360 at least on some games you get additional antialiasing for original Xbox games, and Nintendo is always kicking butt with backwards compatibility.
Without a question one of the very best game designers of all time. It will be interesting to see how some of the biggest Nintendo franchises go on without him.
So Wii U has online connection, confirmed! Just kidding I'd say it's Ghost Recon Online but I'm not sure if they announced what studios are developing this one.
Tetris is a no brainer on 3DS. The ultimate puzzle game in 3D with some cool modes should provide some fun on the go. While it's no killer app, something like Tetris is inevitable on every device I guess.
@SennaKurosaki Good point about the redesign, but they always could just make it vertical on the bottom screen only, in a way games like Hotel Dusk or Rythm Heaven were handled.
They will have to pack in a lot of cool content and super-sharp controls / visual presentation combo to justify the price compared to iOS release. If you own any iOS device, you will probably not need the DSi version or this uber cool game.
More games the better! I just want to play some really cool games from past systems that are no longer available or hard to get, and to have a wide choice. I recently bought Chrono Trigger from VC for 900 points. Really no big money for such a brilliant game. The original snes cartridge goes for 50$ to as high as 200$ on Amazon. That's insane.
My point is, I just want Nintendo to release as many games they can, don't care about manual etc.
I've seen somewhere around the net (sorry, forgot the exact source) info about rumored games for both NES and GBA. NES list looked very much alike (if not the same) and as for GBA they named things like Metroid Zero Mission, Pokemon Emerald and everyone's favourite Minish Cap! I was counting a bit for FF 6 Advance but I guess the original sells too well on Wii VC.
Big announcement: end of production of 3DS... just kidding I think it will be 3DS related not Wii U. Next home console is all about 2012, now's the time to boost 3DS sales and help this handheld fighting PS Vita. I wish Nintendo the very best
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Re: Nintendo Download: 18th July (Europe)
Shantae is a must, maybe Zero Escape as it's now more affordable and I really like the demo. Puddle seems ok for half the price.
Re: Pachter: Nintendo Has Lost Its "Mojo"
Oh, man, it's not that there's anything wrong with Wii U but its advertisement. It's not a direct competition to PS4 or Xbox One in my opinion and it shouldn't be compared to those systems. I love my Wii U as much as I love my X360 and PS3. They all share the same shelf near my TV and on each of these consoles I have a different awesome eperience. Yeah, I will buy PS4, maybe even on day one because I wanna play games like AC4 or Watch_Dogs in a super high graphics but it doesn't get me any less excited about some Wii U games like the absolute gorgeous Wind Waker HD or Bayonetta 2, Pikmin 3, Wonderful 101, and of course the game I actually bought the system for: Rayman Legends - why anyone would NOT buy a Wii U for that Mr. Pachter??
Re: Club Nintendo Rewards Updated for July
How is that UK Club Nintendo gets literally nothing in terms of digital download rewards?
Re: Phil Fish: Animal Crossing: New Leaf Not Having Microtransactions is "So Special And Precious"
That's some change of heart from Fish after he trashed 3DS for his experience with Monster Hunter.
Re: First Impressions: Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
Yeah, what platformers on Nintendo systems need is a new take on previously made stuff just like Ubi did with Rayman Legends which is basically Origins but with so many additions, changes and improvements that it instantly feels all fresh again.
Re: Feature: The Biggest Wii U Games of 2013 - Summer Edition
Rayman Legends 3%, really?
Re: Evidence of a Functional 3DS Flashcard Emerges
Nintendo should ship all new consoles with the new firmware already installed with no way to do downgrade. Hackers will update soft for flashcards as well, sure, but it would delay it, and maybe discourage some folks to even bother with flashcards.
Re: 32GB White Wii U, Rechargeable Wii Remote Battery And 2550mAh GamePad Battery Announced
Yeah, how about new battery for 3DS. 8 hours on that would be awesome.
Re: Hands On: Running Scared in Resident Evil Revelations
I actually played only demo version of both the 3DS ooroginal and now the Wii U HD remaster. I was thoroughly impressed by 3DS version and came kinda disappointed by the remaster.
Why scanning doesn't utilize gyro controls? Why you can't play with Wii Remote Plus + Nunchuck combo? Why camera control feels so damn stiff and imprecise? Whe the textures are so washed out and ugly?
Rachel's awesome rack alone does not justify the asking price for me.
Maybe I'll finally pick up 3DS version, after all.
Re: Those Wii U Launch Details Might be Coming in September
$250-$300, and November release would be optimal. I hope for Assassin's Creed III and Rayman Legends to be day one launch titles.
Re: Wii U Controller Originally Had Proper Analogue Sticks
I imagine Circle Pads are better suited for such a wide and flat controller as the Wii U. You can hold it firmly in your hands instead of raising your thumbs all the time. Well, that's just a thought since I never touched the thing.
Re: Pokémon Black & White Version 2 Announced
It's all cool but pretty much everybody is waiting for that 3DS Pokemon. It would push hardware sales probably better than any other franchise but still there are more than 150 million DS consoles out there, and like 10 times less 3DS units. Maybe they're waiting for a big reveal at E3 or something alongside 3DS redesign?
Re: Feature: 3DS and the Trend of Colourful Handhelds
@Koto I envy your Mario GB Micro. I was even thinking about getting one of these lately but it's rather pricey these days.
Re: Feature: 3DS and the Trend of Colourful Handhelds
I really like my aqua blue 3DS but always they announce new color or special edition, I just go like 'hey, this one is the best color evaaar'. Every single time, I'm just hopeless So far the Zelda edition was probably the one that I really loved, and I would like to see maybe a vintage, book-like, profesor Layton themed console.
Re: Nintendo Senior Managing Director Nobuo Nagai Passes Away
That's pretty sad news.
Re: Kid Icarus: Uprising Will Use the Circle Pad Pro
Stylus aiming is a lot more accurate and I don't know why there were so few first person games on the original DS except the great Metroid Prime Hunters, Moon, Dementium and couple of others. Yeah, how about Dementium 3DS?
Re: Rumour: Wii U Heading for E3 Face-Off with PS4 and Xbox 720
I'd say it's not gonna happen. Nobody will buy a Kinect anymore if there's new Microsoft console coming on the horizon. And it seems PS3 hasn't been pushed to its limits yet, and Sony still have PS Vita to brag about the whole E3 conference. I'm super curious about Wii U, the price, actual games (maybe reveal of a launch lineup), and since it's fully backwards compatible with Wii maybe it will offer something like upscaling resolution of Wii games? On Xbox 360 at least on some games you get additional antialiasing for original Xbox games, and Nintendo is always kicking butt with backwards compatibility.
Re: There's a Myst Descending on 3DS Next Year
I remember playing Myst for the amzing atmosphere and punishing difficulty of its puzzles. I loved both.
Re: VVVVVV eShop Release Date Revealed for North America
I recently got it off Steam... for free.
Re: 3DS to Hit 4 Million Sold in Japan Sooner Than Expected
Great news! More 3DS customers mean attention from developers, and that means more awesome games. A win-win situation for everybody.
Re: Review: The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap ( / Game Boy Advance)
First time I beat it on emulator, and it was awesome. Now I am a happy owner of the game on my 3DS
Re: Nintendo Narrows Wii U Release Date Window
So, jokes about GTA V being a Wii U launch title might turn out to be true ;]
Re: Nintendo Download: 22nd December 2011 (Europe)
Mighty Switch Force may be really great.
Re: Zelda: Skyward Sword Available for £24.99 in UK
Oh man, and I just payed for it 33 only several days ago. It's awesome anyway so don't regret
Re: New Pokémon Game to Be Announced in January
Pokemon Gray 3DS, let's face it, everybody's expecting it.
Re: Review: Pullblox (3DSWare)
Already grabbed it and it's quite a bit of fun. I hope it will get some really great fan-made levels.
Re: Miyamoto Sure Has Some Weird Game Ideas
Brilliant
Re: Miyamoto Stepping Down Into Smaller Role
Without a question one of the very best game designers of all time. It will be interesting to see how some of the biggest Nintendo franchises go on without him.
Re: Capcom Committed to Monster Hunter in the West
Well, I can always just get Tri for the Wii if the 3DS version doesn't come out in Europe. But MH 4 is a must have.
Re: Ubisoft Recruiting for Triple-A Wii U Online Game
So Wii U has online connection, confirmed! Just kidding I'd say it's Ghost Recon Online but I'm not sure if they announced what studios are developing this one.
Re: Aonuma: "We'll See" About Zelda Voice Acting
I'd like to keep him silent but I don't mind rest of the cast talking. Pretty much like in Oblivion or Skyrim where every character talks but not you.
Re: WayForward Working on Shantae for 3DS Virtual Console
Super awesome. A must buy.
Re: Kid Icarus, Kirby Getting 3D Classics Makeovers
Kid Icarus 3D? I'd pay for that.
Re: Feature: Castlevania - The Terrifying Ten
Super Castlevania IV, couldn't pick a better choice. I wish it apears on 3DS VC one day.
Re: Nintendo Reveals Zelda: Skyward Sword Trailer
Looks like one hot GOTY material.
Re: Get Your Special Resident Evil Miis Now
Now you can have your own Master of Unlocking Mii
Re: Nintendo Explains Lack of Online Play in Star Fox 64
Yeah, how about including online MP with DLC at a later date, like in Lara Croft on XBLA. I don't believe you can't do DLC stuff on 3DS, right?
Re: The World Ends With You Lives On, Says Tetsuya Nomura
Raise your hand if you want TWEWY sequel on 3DS. I'm raising as high as I can
Re: Tetris 3DS Drops Into Europe on 21st October
Tetris is a no brainer on 3DS. The ultimate puzzle game in 3D with some cool modes should provide some fun on the go. While it's no killer app, something like Tetris is inevitable on every device I guess.
Re: Super Mario 3D Land Video Shows Raccoon Bowser and More
Awesome, period.
Re: Check Out the Concept Trailer for Monster Hunter 4
That's a bold concept to execute on 3DS. Really nice animation. Seems like a more fast paced MH this time. Looking forward to it.
Re: Cut the Rope to Slice Up EU DSiWare on 22nd September
@SennaKurosaki Good point about the redesign, but they always could just make it vertical on the bottom screen only, in a way games like Hotel Dusk or Rythm Heaven were handled.
Re: Cut the Rope to Slice Up EU DSiWare on 22nd September
They will have to pack in a lot of cool content and super-sharp controls / visual presentation combo to justify the price compared to iOS release. If you own any iOS device, you will probably not need the DSi version or this uber cool game.
Re: Talking Point: The Future of No-Frills Emulation on the eShop
More games the better! I just want to play some really cool games from past systems that are no longer available or hard to get, and to have a wide choice. I recently bought Chrono Trigger from VC for 900 points. Really no big money for such a brilliant game. The original snes cartridge goes for 50$ to as high as 200$ on Amazon. That's insane.
My point is, I just want Nintendo to release as many games they can, don't care about manual etc.
Re: You're Not Alone in Finding the First Zelda So Hard
Yeah, it's pretty hard, playing it a bit from time to time but I get frustrated all the time.
Re: These Are The 10 NES Ambassador Games in Japan
I've seen somewhere around the net (sorry, forgot the exact source) info about rumored games for both NES and GBA. NES list looked very much alike (if not the same) and as for GBA they named things like Metroid Zero Mission, Pokemon Emerald and everyone's favourite Minish Cap! I was counting a bit for FF 6 Advance but I guess the original sells too well on Wii VC.
Re: Rumour: Nintendo Readying Big Announcement Next Month
As for games, hmm. Pokemon 3DS? Monster Hunter 3DS? Metroid 3DS - hello, it's 25th anniversary!
Re: Rumour: Nintendo Readying Big Announcement Next Month
Big announcement: end of production of 3DS... just kidding
I think it will be 3DS related not Wii U. Next home console is all about 2012, now's the time to boost 3DS sales and help this handheld fighting PS Vita. I wish Nintendo the very best
Re: Let This Tales of the Abyss Trailer Set the Scene
Trailer sucks big time but the gameplay itself looks really good.
Re: Nintendo Download: 11th August 2011 (Europe)
Avenging spirit, never heard of it but if it gets good review on Nintendolife I might get it.