ScreamoPichu

I didn't think about an extended DDP, but I've been hoping they'd do that,

My biggest question still not answered... and I've been searching all over the web for it since it's Japanese release... are the speakers better than the XL's?!

Strictly speaking about Wii U, I feel like Nintendo is moving on. Still putting a good amount of work into the software, but there was no mention of their usual "More quality software for Wii U = Better Wii U sales." They seem to just want the Wii U's image to be clear by its, for lack of a better word, death.
Sort of side-note: I have a feeling Miyamoto's new IP could be this NFC thing.

Speaking of smart device stuff: I don't really know what they're talking about. It sounds just like a Miiverse app, but I see no reason for them to not just say it's Miiverse. I'm really curious to see what they're doing with smart devices.

Future of NNIDs: This one sounds fantastic. Though one thing that kind of bothers me (simply because I like stuff) it sounds like digital sales will me a big deal to Nintendo the future.

Speaking of the QOL stuff: I'm starting to understand it. They want their next console(?) to make as much of an impact as Wii did when it released. (Although, they want it to be bigger than Wii.)
Their next thing is going to be something anyone has seen before and they want it to be the next big thing. (Comparable to how "wearable tech" is now.)

I really hope this gets localized. Though I'd imagine that's not to likely...

During my Black Friday trip I never saw a single Wii U sold. But I also only saw one or two Xbox Ones and PS4s. There were a ton of PS3s and 360s still being sold.
I've been seeing commercials everywhere on TV, which is good.

I still have no idea how Wii U will perform this holiday. All I know is there is NO WAY they'll hit nine-million.

All three are going to struggle, no doubt about it. (Especially since Wii U already is) I literally have no idea who will be on top in a year. Wii U does have the brightest software future at the moment, but Nintendo needs to advertise the hell out of them upon release. Obviously, Mario Kart is going to hopefully put it on solid ground (if 3D World wracks up a decent amount, at least) I'm really afraid Smash Bros. 3DS is going to kill the Wii U version. I think X could be a huge system seller, if they advertise it right.

I love Nintendo, but their advertising the main thing I really don't like about them. They have the worst choice. (Lately, trying to create memes out of Cat Mario) I've only seen three ads out in the wild for Wii U, the console (at launch), Pikmin 3, TW101, and SM3DW.
Besides the fact that Nintendo has done a horrible job explaining what the Wii U is. I still have people IRL ask me what the Wii U really is. I've even shown people some of the future releases for Wii U and gotten people excited, how come Nintendo can't do the same?
Also, when Smash Bros. 4 comes out I hope we NEVER see the 3DS version in ads. It'll do fine, just advertise the hell out of the Wii U version. And Mario Kart. (Hell, just show some stuff off on TV and YouTube ads!)

"PS3, Xbox 360, and PS3."

A little over four hours? I beat it in just over two. Interesting review to read. Especially since I really didn't enjoy the game at all.

Is a Project X Zone demo coming? I've seen a couple other sites say it is.

A number of 3DS games have been localized I was wishing for have been. There are still so many more I'm hoping for, this near the top.

Microsoft is, openly, going for more than just gamers. But they also seemed to have rustled up many fans, in a bad way. By everyone's reactions (on the internet) it was very very rare that I came across a positive post. I don't know how Microsoft will fare with a console that tries to reach outside of gaming. As for games, Xbox One definitely needs to step it up for the release.

Sony has a good line up, and seems to have much excitement among their fans. Even I have some interest in it. A decent line-up of exclusives are on PlayStation 4's horizon, well, hopefully by horizon it's release week.

Concerns I have for both are how backwards compatibility and price affect them. The no backwards compatibility is what scares me about spending $300+ on a PlayStation 4 or Xbox One. Just as a comparison, I've spent more time in Wii Mode on my Wii U than I have playing Wii U games. Oh yeah, another concern, Mario. Mario is probably the hardest game anything can compete with in sales. And if there is a Mario Kart out as well on Wii U, there is going to be some strong competition. I also think they, Xbox One and PlayStation 4, will hurt themselves in their fight. With most games coming out "cross-gen" what's the use in upgrading? Why spend $300+ on a game you can get on a console you already own?

Assuming everything I brought up will be released this holiday season, it's going to be a wild ride for us gamers.

Every Nintendo Direct has something I can freak out about. THIS WAS IT FOR THIS ONE!!!!!

Awesome! I didn't even think it'd hit it's Wii U goal. Let alone all stretch goals!

"It'll be 30c on the Wii U* Virtual Console soon"

All-time favorite game. Awesome review! This is the first review I've ever read for this game, aha.

Awesome, this guy seems cool. Rex Rocket and this look amazing.

Whoa, this is amazing!

I'll probably download this now!

I remember being super interested in this when it was announced. I'd definitely get this if it came to Wii U!

This Nintendo Direct was just as good as the Wii U one a couple months ago.

FINALLY! (Saying this again in a comment) I've been dying to try this game out.

I don't like the look of Link that much, but everything else looks gorgeous. I have been wanting to see a new style of Link. This'll do, aha. (Super excited for this, either way!)

Super Mario World!!!!!!! And Kirby GBA!!!

FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Long way away..... but glad it's finally on the way!

Hm, they seem like they'd be a good choice for F-Zero... but keeping my excitement to a minimum until an official announcement.

Still hoping for Bravely Default 100% confimation.

Awesome review. Loved this game! I really hope another Veautiful Joe happens at some point.

I still found it nostalgic that you could still yell "Mario". But I guess since that's not from a Mario game it doesn't count.

I'd love to see this on Wii U/3DS. It looks awesome.

Looks like a Super Meat Boy clone. The music is definitely lacking compared, though. But if it's just as good I'll look into it.

Love Retro and MegaMan, but I think I'm fine with this not becoming a reality. Doesn't look to great to me. (Though I am on the side that's dying to see a new MegaMan game.)

I really enjoyed that demo! I wanted to play more. I'd definitely buy this if it came to the eShop. Awesome music, fun/unique gameplay and gorgeous sprite work. This has gotten me excited.

Hm. Awesome interview. Although I still don't agree with him on most things, I have gained a bit of respect for him. I do think the Wii U has a bright future (stating as a gamer and Nintendo fan) with the amount of first party exclusives releasing (Pikmin 3, Mario Kart U, Super Mario U, Smash Bros. U, Wind Waker HD, X, etc.), a hand full of third party exclusives (Bayonetta 2 and The Wonderful 101), Wii U sales should increase a very good amount. If those don't drive up sales, Nintendo has a real problem.

PLEASE. I'VE BEEN PATIENTLY (kinda) WAITING FOR A LOCALIZATION SINCE THIS GAME WAS ANNOUNCED.

This looks awesome!!

So excited for HarmoKnight! An hour and a half left!

@Retro_on_theGo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1mD_j6yM4k

Finally, been waiting forever.

Am I the only one who thinks it's a cool idea? When Pokemon Rumble first came out I thought there'd be real figurines. Of course, I wasn't a big fan of the original Rumble. But if this is priced right, has online multiplayer and more variety, I'll be pretty excited for it.

I realized this last month of rewards, I was going to get Paper Mario, then I realized I couldn't play it. I said, "I'll play with my GameCube controll- wait....." I can't play it on my Wii U unless I have a Classic/Pro Wii Controller. Which I don't have. And I plan on getting a Wii U Pro Controller, but that won't fix the problem, either...

For me, I'll really just read reviews if I'm on the fence about a game but reviews very rarely affect my decision to buy a game. If I'm super excited for a game, I'll buy it no matter what. Pikmin 3 for example, I've been looking forward to it before it was even announced. If, as much as I hope not, it starts getting bad reviews a week before launch. I'm still going to buy it because I've been waiting years for it, but I'll check the score for the game. Mainly because it's hard to avoid and I'm still curious. With a game I'm super excited about, I want my experience to be as fresh as possible. With knowing as little as possible going into the game, so I usually won't read the reviews. (Not saying I avoid all places of seeing the game, I'll still watch interviews with devs and trailers etc.) Now a game like Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate, which I've never played a MH game before but the demo was fun and the 3DS to Wii U features sound awesome, but I'm not super excited for it. If bad reviews start to come out, I may put it off but I'll still get it at some point because of my curiosity. Also with a game I'm on of the fence about I'll usually thoroughly read reviews to know as much as possible to get me to see why I want the game or not, with the score not really affecting my decision of purchasing a game if what was talked about in a review (or that I've seen of the game) was something I think I'd enjoy.

So glad this is finally coming to NA. Can't wait for it.

I've always wondered how this game stacked up against the originals.

HarmoKnight is literally one of my most anticipated games of 2013. I cannot wait for it.

It will be a sad day when Miyamoto retires. But he sounds like he does have a good batch of new blood ready to replace him at Nintendo. Which I'm actually excited to see. Saying that, I'm still excited for his new IP and Pikmin 3.

I was just hoping it wasn't going to be $20. $15 is fine by me.

I can't find the Sonic demo.

I wish this came out at launch.

I do think it should be less. But I'm still getting it day one. I even plan on this being my first retail-download game.