I personally don't see Nintendo giving the Wii U a price cut, unless pikmin 3 doesn't drive sells. They really pissed off a lot of early adopter when they gave the 3ds a price cut, but they made up for it by giving out free games. Maybe they'll do the same thing again if there is a price cut?
I was actually hoping for a June release date for this, but you know that when Nintendo says,"coming this summer" they mean August in NOA. I'm so excited for this , but it looks like I'll be playing Luigi's Mansion dark moon and animal crossing new leaf to keep me busy over the summer. It would be cool if Nintendo released Flipnote Studio 3d in all regions in the same month.
As long as Nintendo has first party games, actually markets the Wii U, and a cheaper price point, I don't think they have to worry about Xbox One or PS4 this winter/year. If these console aren't expensive (which I doubt) then Nintendo is going to run into a problem.
I guess it's true that if you slap Nintendo on something, people will buy it (or in this case will want to theoretically buy it). The only thing that makes this different from an iPhone or Galaxy is that it has Nintendo features on it. The only thing that sells it for me, is the Wii U gamepad attachment.
I decided that I'm going to buy a Wii U this summer. This will be one of my last summers living at home before I go off to college, and what better way to spend it than playing video games with the fam. I'm also buying it, that way I can get wind waker when it comes out.
Maybe this article is a satire? Anyway, I love my 3ds, but I wouldn't necessarily call it the greatest console of all time. In fact, I don't think there has ever been a "greatest console". However I do think that the 3ds is the greatest handheld of this generation. In order for PS Vita to be it, it would have to get some games, and smartphones/tablets don't stand a chance.
I will be getting a Wii U probably this summer, because I'm excited for a few games that come out later this year. I may consider getting a PS4, but I will NOT be buying at launch. This generation of consoles overall is kind of ify :/
@UnseatingKDawg I never once denounced the validity of his comment. I did however say no one would read it, because when people see long comments like that (in general), they tend to shy away from them (I'm just removing myself from the chopping block, so to speak) . Of course, there will be people like @LDXD and yourself, who will actually take the time to read the longer comments on here.
At first, I was going to buy Pokémon Black in order to get ready for Pokémon X, but I decided against it because I want to be blown away by the new features in X (I haven't played Pokémon since Gameboy advance SP, so there are going to be a lot of surprises for me). All the games just became too similar for my likings, so I'm glad to see that the series is getting a well needed upgrade.
@PvtOttobot sorry to tell you, but that most likely won't be happening any time soon. They remade wind waker (which still isn't available atm) to be a buffer for the waiting time for a true Wii U Zelda. It's the same thing they did with the 3ds. They remade LoZOoT, and we didn't hear a single word about the new Zelda, exept that they are working on it, til recently; I think the same is going to be true for Wii U Zelda.
If this is true, then my head will EXPLODE from anger at Nintendo because, I want a new Zelda game made specifically with the 3ds in mind, and not a remake. Once the new Zelda is released, then I wouldn't mind them doing this game.
The Wii U is just an expensive paper weight, and until Nintendo and other companies start releasing innovative games that consumers actually want to buy, that's all it will ever be. I find myself on the fence about this generation of Nintendo consoles, and until they give me a reason to invest my money in them, I will not be purchasing a Wii U.
@Super-Mario-Fan Nintendo can't afford to run flipnote hatena, that's why there is a monthly fee for flipnote 3d. Nintendo wants to promote its newest handheld, so you and many others will just have to deal with it.
I'm so glad that this is finally coming to the 3ds, but I'm not looking forward to having to pay to use the online feature. I'd rather just pay for this if it meant that the online service would be free.
@Bankai I really hate Patcher. Most of his predictions are wrong, so for the most part I pay him little to no attention, but his prediction about the Wii U has upheld itself so far. People don't want to hear doom and gloom for their favorite things.
Before I make any predictions about the future of Nintendo, I want them to release titles that use the Wii U to its full potential. Nintendo could surprise the whole industry again, like they did with the Wii.
Wow so many comments... It seems so many people are getting their butts hurt by a few words that most likely wont amount to much. Have you guys seen this ad besides in this post, because I know I haven't, so it's not a big deal to me. I do believe Sony is seen as the jerk of the day by many Nintendo fans now.
I still think that Nintendo is holding back something with the WiiU because to me, it's not all that mind blowing. Maybe at e3 Nintendo will drop a bomb that'll make everyone swoon to the WiiU...
When are you guys going to realize that America's club nintendo sucks ass? Here are a few of the crappy prizes they offer: Screensavers, Grill-with the ultra hand, Notebooks, Reversible pouches, Animal crossing paper fan, shoelaces, greeting cards, towel, Yoshi cleaning cloth... do I need to continue?
People are trying to justify the selling of only 320,000 Wii U s by saying that they don't like GameStop. That doesn't accumulate the whole Nintendo fan base, so I don't see how that is a valid reason.
I'm so excited! This will be the first pokemon game I'll be purchasing in over 6 years. I'll make sure to have some money reserved for this in October 😁
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Re: Pachter Predicts Wii U Price Cut, Feels Nintendo Is Losing "Non-Traditional" Players To Social And Mobile
I personally don't see Nintendo giving the Wii U a price cut, unless pikmin 3 doesn't drive sells. They really pissed off a lot of early adopter when they gave the 3ds a price cut, but they made up for it by giving out free games. Maybe they'll do the same thing again if there is a price cut?
Re: Flipnote Studio 3D Sketched In for 3rd July in Japan
I was actually hoping for a June release date for this, but you know that when Nintendo says,"coming this summer" they mean August in NOA. I'm so excited for this , but it looks like I'll be playing Luigi's Mansion dark moon and animal crossing new leaf to keep me busy over the summer. It would be cool if Nintendo released Flipnote Studio 3d in all regions in the same month.
Re: Poll: Wii U Hardware Revisions and Accessories, There's No Escape
I want to see green,gold, and silver Wii U's. if they released all three, I wouldn't know which one to get.
Re: 32GB White Wii U, Rechargeable Wii Remote Battery And 2550mAh GamePad Battery Announced
This is why you should wait a year or two after a console is released to get it.
Re: Nintendo Confirms E3 Best Buy Demo Locations
I can go to Miami I live about 15 minutes away
Re: Talking Point: The Wii U's Next-Gen Challenge Starts to Take Shape
As long as Nintendo has first party games, actually markets the Wii U, and a cheaper price point, I don't think they have to worry about Xbox One or PS4 this winter/year. If these console aren't expensive (which I doubt) then Nintendo is going to run into a problem.
Re: FIFA 14 is Skipping Wii U Because of "Disappointing" FIFA 13 Sales
@SanderEvers news is news, so just because it isn't good or what you want to hear, it doesn't mean that nintendolife shouldn't post it.
Re: Tech Site T3 Predicts What The Nintendo Smartphone Would Look Like
I guess it's true that if you slap Nintendo on something, people will buy it (or in this case will want to theoretically buy it). The only thing that makes this different from an iPhone or Galaxy is that it has Nintendo features on it. The only thing that sells it for me, is the Wii U gamepad attachment.
Re: Fresh Pokémon X And Y Details Emerge: New Pokémon, Cover Art, Gameplay Trailer Revealed
They walk funny anyways...
I'm so excited for this game. I can't wait till October. I already set my money aside
Re: Industry Analyst: Nintendo Is "Positioned Perfectly" To Capitalise On Second-Screen Trend
I decided that I'm going to buy a Wii U this summer. This will be one of my last summers living at home before I go off to college, and what better way to spend it than playing video games with the fam. I'm also buying it, that way I can get wind waker when it comes out.
Re: UK Mainstream Newspaper Declares 3DS The "Best Console Ever"
Maybe this article is a satire? Anyway, I love my 3ds, but I wouldn't necessarily call it the greatest console of all time. In fact, I don't think there has ever been a "greatest console". However I do think that the 3ds is the greatest handheld of this generation. In order for PS Vita to be it, it would have to get some games, and smartphones/tablets don't stand a chance.
Re: Insomniac Not Working On Wii U, Considers It More "Current Gen" Than "Next Gen"
I actually enjoy spyro and rachet and clank games. If they come out on the Wii U, then that would be great. I really don't care about fuse though.
Re: PS4 And Next Xbox Could Share Wii U's Teething Troubles, Says Activision's Kotick
I will be getting a Wii U probably this summer, because I'm excited for a few games that come out later this year. I may consider getting a PS4, but I will NOT be buying at launch. This generation of consoles overall is kind of ify :/
Re: CNN Money: Nintendo Is "Tone Deaf" To Industry Trends And Has "Lost Touch With Reality"
@UnseatingKDawg I never once denounced the validity of his comment. I did however say no one would read it, because when people see long comments like that (in general), they tend to shy away from them (I'm just removing myself from the chopping block, so to speak) . Of course, there will be people like @LDXD and yourself, who will actually take the time to read the longer comments on here.
Re: CNN Money: Nintendo Is "Tone Deaf" To Industry Trends And Has "Lost Touch With Reality"
@Kage_88 sorry, but no one is going to read that long post 😁
Re: There's Still Plenty Of Interest In Older Pokémon Games
At first, I was going to buy Pokémon Black in order to get ready for Pokémon X, but I decided against it because I want to be blown away by the new features in X (I haven't played Pokémon since Gameboy advance SP, so there are going to be a lot of surprises for me). All the games just became too similar for my likings, so I'm glad to see that the series is getting a well needed upgrade.
Re: Nyan Cat, Keyboard Cat Meme Creators Suing Over Appearance in Scribblenauts
Tbh, I didn't even know this was in the game... Now it's time to have some fun with keyboard cat
Re: New Wii U Virtual Console Titles Confirmed By Nintendo UK
They should release A link to the past on the 3ds eshop. I would buy it in a heart beat, because I really want to play it before I get the sequel.
Re: Hardware Review: MaxPlay Wii U In-Car Adapter
That's gonna kill your car battery
Re: Nintendo Won't Be Holding A Large-Scale Press Conference At E3 This Year
Nintendo just basically handed over E3 to Sony and Microsoft. I hope they know what they are doing.
Re: Meet The Wii U Karaoke System Which Costs $16,000
I guess it is true, the japanese do love their karaoke wink wink
Re: Eiji Aonuma Takes To Link To The Past Miiverse To Discuss Zelda 3DS
@PvtOttobot sorry to tell you, but that most likely won't be happening any time soon. They remade wind waker (which still isn't available atm) to be a buffer for the waiting time for a true Wii U Zelda. It's the same thing they did with the 3ds. They remade LoZOoT, and we didn't hear a single word about the new Zelda, exept that they are working on it, til recently; I think the same is going to be true for Wii U Zelda.
Re: Rumour: Majora's Mask 3D Listed for November Release by Retailer
If this is true, then my head will EXPLODE from anger at Nintendo because, I want a new Zelda game made specifically with the 3ds in mind, and not a remake. Once the new Zelda is released, then I wouldn't mind them doing this game.
Re: Colors! 3D Update Available To Download On 5th April
The update is AmAzInG!!! I love you colors! 3d developers
Re: Colors! 3D Update Available To Download On 5th April
I've been waiting for this update... I guess I will be returning to colors pretty soon 😄
Re: Miyamoto Teases the Possibility of a Real "Nintendo Land" in the Future
If they make this, It should be build it in Florida because we're the number one tourist state, and it's where I live 😄
Re: Aussie Retailers Express Their Views on Wii U
Here in NA, they only show Lego city Wii U commercials... Oh yeah I REALLY want a Wii U now (insert sarcasm)
Re: Talking Point: The Pros and Cons of a Wii U Price War
The Wii U is just an expensive paper weight, and until Nintendo and other companies start releasing innovative games that consumers actually want to buy, that's all it will ever be. I find myself on the fence about this generation of Nintendo consoles, and until they give me a reason to invest my money in them, I will not be purchasing a Wii U.
Re: Flipnote Studio 3D Drawing to the West, For Free, This Summer
@Super-Mario-Fan Nintendo can't afford to run flipnote hatena, that's why there is a monthly fee for flipnote 3d. Nintendo wants to promote its newest handheld, so you and many others will just have to deal with it.
Re: Rumour: Pikachu 3DS XL Already In US Stores, March 24th Release Mooted
I knew it wouldn't be too long til we saw this in stores when they started playing the commercial for it.
Re: Flipnote Studio 3D Drawing to the West, For Free, This Summer
I'm so glad that this is finally coming to the 3ds, but I'm not looking forward to having to pay to use the online feature. I'd rather just pay for this if it meant that the online service would be free.
Re: Special Edition Pikachu 3DS XL Shows Up In North American Commercial
I just saw this commercial on tv 😄 I assumed that it would be coming to NA, and it turns out I was right.
Re: Video: Possibly the Most Legendary Zelda Cake Ever
Most of that "cake" isn't even edible, but it looks really good in action.
Re: PETA Starts "Whaling" About Assassin's Creed IV's Animal Cruelty
This is a VIDEOGAME! The sooner PETA learns that, the sooner they can shut the hell up, and go deal with real problems. 😡
Re: Cliff Bleszinski Sees A Future Where Nintendo Is Out Of The Hardware Business
@theblackdragon you are EpIc!!! You truly do ooze awesomesauce. (Insert virtual high five)
Re: Cliff Bleszinski Sees A Future Where Nintendo Is Out Of The Hardware Business
@Bankai I really hate Patcher. Most of his predictions are wrong, so for the most part I pay him little to no attention, but his prediction about the Wii U has upheld itself so far. People don't want to hear doom and gloom for their favorite things.
Re: Cliff Bleszinski Sees A Future Where Nintendo Is Out Of The Hardware Business
@Darel Sony's prediction is only off by a year, so it's not like it makes a huge difference.
Re: Cliff Bleszinski Sees A Future Where Nintendo Is Out Of The Hardware Business
Before I make any predictions about the future of Nintendo, I want them to release titles that use the Wii U to its full potential. Nintendo could surprise the whole industry again, like they did with the Wii.
Re: Nintendo Direct: Watch the Japanese 3DS Direct - Live!
Go thing I happened to wake up at this time, because I had no idea about this...The video is taking a long time to load on my iPhone :/
Re: Sony Trolls Nintendo Ahead of PlayStation 4 Announcement
@Jaz007 & @AbeVigoda your arguments are kind of pointless because you both are arguing over opinions.
Re: Sony Trolls Nintendo Ahead of PlayStation 4 Announcement
Wow so many comments... It seems so many people are getting their butts hurt by a few words that most likely wont amount to much. Have you guys seen this ad besides in this post, because I know I haven't, so it's not a big deal to me. I do believe Sony is seen as the jerk of the day by many Nintendo fans now.
Re: 3DS Has The Potential To Find You A Partner
People do this all the time on colors (watch out for pedo bear). It probably got removed because it wasn't artsy.
Re: EA: Excited About New Generation Which Is "Yet to Come"
I still think that Nintendo is holding back something with the WiiU because to me, it's not all that mind blowing. Maybe at e3 Nintendo will drop a bomb that'll make everyone swoon to the WiiU...
Re: New Club Nintendo Reward In The Form Of A Yoshi Cleaning Cloth
@gekslupis It has Yoshi on it lol
Re: New Club Nintendo Reward In The Form Of A Yoshi Cleaning Cloth
When are you guys going to realize that America's club nintendo sucks ass?
Here are a few of the crappy prizes they offer:
Screensavers, Grill-with the ultra hand, Notebooks, Reversible pouches, Animal crossing paper fan, shoelaces, greeting cards, towel, Yoshi cleaning cloth...
do I need to continue?
Re: Analyst Firm Concerned That Wii U Will "Lack Broad Appeal"
I think big first party games will produce a lot of Wii U sales, but until then, the Wii U isn't going to be flying off the shelves :/
Re: New Sonic Fan Film Receives Mixed Reception, But At Least Yuji Naka Likes It
That was rather boring. I wish I could get back the 17 minutes I just wasted watching it.
Re: GameStop Reports 320,000 Wii U Sales Since Launch
People are trying to justify the selling of only 320,000 Wii U s by saying that they don't like GameStop. That doesn't accumulate the whole Nintendo fan base, so I don't see how that is a valid reason.
Re: The Big Wii U Survey
The tablet doesn't look to have any innovative uses for it :/
Re: Pokémon X and Pokémon Y Caught In Worldwide Release This October
I'm so excited! This will be the first pokemon game I'll be purchasing in over 6 years. I'll make sure to have some money reserved for this in October 😁