I agree. I think the saving grace for the Wii U is the Amiibo! That was a decent cash cow. To my knowledge the Amiibo is still selling some what decent.
I know the Wii U sold pretty bad( I think it's sitting slightly over 13 Mil.). I wonder with the success of the Amiibo , great dlc if the U is profitable at all in the long run or at least breaking even?
I have been calling for the same thing. 2$50.00 with a attractive bundle! However I think the game pad is very expensive to make. That is why nintendo is hesitant.
WTF Nintendo! The game could have sold SO much more at launch! Whats weird is i only saw amazon, gamestop and bestbuy.com carry a few copies. Anyhow as soon as it is available i will grad it but not for 150.00 on amazon. Nintendo will be lucky if this sales 100 lifetime now.
@Quorthon I feel the same. They should have slashed the price at least 50.00 for about a month. I have no doubt the figures would have been much better especially on Black Friday!
Great news! How come vgchartz has nor updated their figures in almost 3 weeks? I really want to know the YTD numbers!!! My guess would be around 5 million.
K. Nintendo i have to words of advice that i know for a fact will work! 1. Advertise,advertise, advertise! Please show tv commercials, internet, radio etc..! Exhaust all options! Also when you advertise please explain that the WII U is a NEW system not just a wii with a gamepad. Many people holds this false doctrine as truth. Airheads @ my local Gamestop who claim to be professional game advisers lol!!) and the general public.
2. Continue to release solid software! ( Pikimin was a great start!)
@Nintenjoe64 GAMESTOP kinda seems like a state( like russisa or cuba) sponsored game retailer! I talked to the workers at my local gamestop last week. It was super interested, they said the WII U is toast! They were so fixated on graphics and technology( talked up the PS4 and XBONE)! I told them it would be foolish to write off the WII U. They pretty much ignored what i said and brought the conversation back to graphics! I realized that i was wasting time. LOL..
Also did they outsource the production( of the wii u version) of this game in Shanghai? If so the production cost would be WAY cheaper vs the other versions.
What my theory/ opinion is they would have to sell WAY less copies to make a return!
@JaxonH I fully endorse your statement! I encourage all WII U owners to purchase this game and Rayman Legends and others coming out) to send a message to Ubisoft and to the 3rd party companies that investing time, capital and resources in Nintendo WII U can make a decent return!
@gatorboi352 I know it kinda sucks but they fixed many of the issues. In fact it is the best port so far in my opinion. Also the game is on sale at amazon and bestbuy for 49.99 Despite these bugs it think its worth it!
Great news! I know this is slighty off the subject but does anyone know if pikmin 3 will get online play(any rumors)? If it did that would be great and it will sell many more copies (also move a tone of systems)! My wife and i are so addicted to bingo battle and we have family that we would love to compete with us!
I snagged my last copy from my local Gamestop! I feel so special! I think it will sell well in North America and sends a message to Ubisoft. As far as a system seller i do not know. Cheers!
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Re: FIFA 18 Gets Reveal Trailer That Suggests Missing Features for Nintendo Switch
@YeshaYahu5417
If they sell it for 49.99 USD that would be a bit fairer.
Re: Capcom Continues to Explore and Plan Nintendo Switch Support
I Preordered it today. I have not played a street fighter game in almost 10 years. I am going to give it a fair shake.
Re: EA Executive Clarifies Scope of Nintendo Switch Support, but is Cautious of Its Prospects
Dear perspective 3rd part Switch candidates,
If you want your games to be successful ( AKA make a profit) please follow this simple formula and you are guaranteed to small profit at the minimum.
1. Please do not release older watered down ports and charge full price. This is a no no !
2. When you release a brand new game across all systems/consoles, please do not release the"Switch" version overpriced and/or with missing content.
Yours truly,
A concerned gamer.
Re: Random: Nintendo NX Rumours From French Media and an Analyst Report, While Zelda Williams Fends Off Anxious Fans
@huxxny
Also to sell of the remainder of the Wii U(s)
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Has No Set Formula for Hardware Reveals, But NX is Testing Fans' Patience
@NintendoEan
I am pretty sure It will be delayed! My guess Nov 2017!
Re: Nintendo Download: 6th October (Europe)
This game looks very underwhelming!
Re: Nintendo is Reportedly Taking 'Final Orders' on Wii U Consoles From Retailers
@Romeo-75
I agree. I think the saving grace for the Wii U is the Amiibo! That was a decent cash cow. To my knowledge the Amiibo is still selling some what decent.
Re: Nintendo is Reportedly Taking 'Final Orders' on Wii U Consoles From Retailers
@DerMeister
I feel ya. However, nintendo never really had their heart into the system!
Re: Apparent amiibo Release Date for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Leaked Online
When are we going to hear about the details of the NX? Come on nintendo!
Re: Rumour: Potential Nintendo NX Details on Screen Size and More Do the Rounds
I am pretty sure it will be delayed. Nov 2017 here we come!
Re: Retail Executives and Analysts Voice Support For Nintendo's NX Release Window and Lack of E3 Showing
I know the Wii U sold pretty bad( I think it's sitting slightly over 13 Mil.). I wonder with the success of the Amiibo , great dlc if the U is profitable at all in the long run or at least breaking even?
Re: Poll: Are You Confident About Nintendo's 3DS Focus for 2016?
@hYdeks I just bought my zelda limited edition "new 3ds at gamestop with Xenoblade port. I could be more happy. Are there offical "new 3ds" games?
Re: Pokkén Tournament Beats Digimon to Number One in Japan and Boosts Wii U Sales
@Romeo-75
I have been calling for the same thing. 2$50.00 with a attractive bundle! However I think the game pad is very expensive to make. That is why nintendo is hesitant.
Re: Weirdness: North American Devil's Third Copies Sell for Silly Money on eBay Due to Stock Shortage
WTF Nintendo! The game could have sold SO much more at launch! Whats weird is i only saw amazon, gamestop and bestbuy.com carry a few copies. Anyhow as soon as it is available i will grad it but not for 150.00 on amazon. Nintendo will be lucky if this sales 100 lifetime now.
Re: Nintendo of Europe Sends Out The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes Demo Codes, Throws in a 10% Discount
I know this is a silly question, but does this have online play for those who do not have friends that have the game?
Re: Just Dance 2016
Wow what a surprise!
Re: Feature: Yoshi's Woolly World, Like Kirby's Epic Yarn Before It, Offers Unique Chill-Out Platforming
I already preordered this over a month ago!
Re: Treyarch Isn't Working on Call of Duty: Black Ops III For Wii U, Though Activision is Noncommittal
That is a pity. Im not a huge COD fan but i think Wii U owners would like to know the option is there.
Re: Super Smash Bros. Grabs Third Place in NPD Charts as Wii U Secures Its Best Week Since Launch
@Quorthon I feel the same. They should have slashed the price at least 50.00 for about a month. I have no doubt the figures would have been much better especially on Black Friday!
Re: Mario Kart 8 Sells More Than 1.2 Million Units in Opening Weekend
Great news! I expected 1 million sales within a month.
Re: Review: LEGO The Hobbit (Wii U)
I will by it when the price drops to 20-30 bones.
Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate Reduced to $19.99 on Both Wii U and 3DS
I snagged this download on my Wii U. Thanks for the heads up!
Re: Talking Point: Is The Castlevania Series Finished With Nintendo?
@XCWarrior
I picked it up brand for a few weeks ago brand new! You are correct the game has only sold about 110 k.
Re: Nintendo Dominates Festive Hardware Charts in Japan
Great news! How come vgchartz has nor updated their figures in almost 3 weeks? I really want to know the YTD numbers!!! My guess would be around 5 million.
Re: Pikmin 3 Mission Mode DLC Launches Today
Very nice DLC. Thanks Nintendo!
Re: Out Now: The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD
Picked up my copy today. Very nice!
Re: Monster Hunter 4 Dominates in Japan as The Wind Waker HD Has a Modest Debut
@ScorpionMG In general the Wonderful 101 has sold about 50k worldwide. Its a new franchise. I think it will sell very well over time.
Re: Monster Hunter 4 Dominates in Japan as The Wind Waker HD Has a Modest Debut
I am picking up my copy friday! Chalk up one for New Jersey!
Re: TT Games Reveals Some New Characters in LEGO Marvel Super Heroes
I will see how it rates first. Hopefully there will be less bugs/ glitches.
Re: New Splinter Cell Blacklist Maps Creeping Onto Wii U
How do you access DLC? I looked on the eshop and could not find it.
Thanks
Re: Review: Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Blacklist (Wii U)
I give a 8.5 out of 10
If they can patch those bugs and drop the price to 39.99 ( As in saying sorry) the WII u version of this game with pick up alot!
Re: Talking Point: Marketing Wii U to the Masses
K. Nintendo i have to words of advice that i know for a fact will work!
1. Advertise,advertise, advertise! Please show tv commercials, internet, radio etc..! Exhaust all options! Also when you advertise please explain that the WII U is a NEW system not just a wii with a gamepad. Many people holds this false doctrine as truth. Airheads @ my local Gamestop who claim to be professional game advisers lol!!) and the general public.
2. Continue to release solid software! ( Pikimin was a great start!)
Re: 3DS Reigns in the U.S. for Another Month as Pikmin 3 Sneaks Into the Top 10
@Nintenjoe64 GAMESTOP kinda seems like a state( like russisa or cuba) sponsored game retailer! I talked to the workers at my local gamestop last week. It was super interested, they said the WII U is toast! They were so fixated on graphics and technology( talked up the PS4 and XBONE)! I told them it would be foolish to write off the WII U. They pretty much ignored what i said and brought the conversation back to graphics! I realized that i was wasting time. LOL..
Re: 3DS Reigns in the U.S. for Another Month as Pikmin 3 Sneaks Into the Top 10
@GiftedGimp Thanks. I checked it out 10 minutes ago. I saw 16,419. Thats not counting the peeps who are not registered with shadownet.
Re: 3DS Reigns in the U.S. for Another Month as Pikmin 3 Sneaks Into the Top 10
@Peach64 I would not rely on the 5k sells figure( Not saying it not possible). Its a rumor. http://wiiudaily.com/2013/09/low-blacklist-wii-u-sales/ But i personally doubt the sales are that bad.
Also did they outsource the production( of the wii u version) of this game in Shanghai? If so the production cost would be WAY cheaper vs the other versions.
What my theory/ opinion is they would have to sell WAY less copies to make a return!
Re: Wii U Version of Splinter Cell: Blacklist Gets Patched Up
@kevinaa Interesting, I played 2 rounds of spys vs mercs today without issue.
Re: Wii U Version of Splinter Cell: Blacklist Gets Patched Up
@JaxonH I fully endorse your statement! I encourage all WII U owners to purchase this game and Rayman Legends and others coming out) to send a message to Ubisoft and to the 3rd party companies that investing time, capital and resources in Nintendo WII U can make a decent return!
Re: Wii U Version of Splinter Cell: Blacklist Gets Patched Up
@gatorboi352 I know it kinda sucks but they fixed many of the issues. In fact it is the best port so far in my opinion. Also the game is on sale at amazon and bestbuy for 49.99 Despite these bugs it think its worth it!
Re: Early Estimates Place Pikmin 3 August Sales in the U.S. at 185,000 Units
Great news! I know this is slighty off the subject but does anyone know if pikmin 3 will get online play(any rumors)? If it did that would be great and it will sell many more copies (also move a tone of systems)! My wife and i are so addicted to bingo battle and we have family that we would love to compete with us!
Re: Out Now: Rayman Legends (North America)
Lol. But still it feels great!
Re: Out Now: Rayman Legends (North America)
I snagged my last copy from my local Gamestop! I feel so special! I think it will sell well in North America and sends a message to Ubisoft. As far as a system seller i do not know. Cheers!
Re: Interview: Hideki Kamiya on The Wonderful 101, Bayonetta 2 and Working With Nintendo
@Sonic128 Wonderful 101 is a new franchise it will gain steam as time moves on. Give it a good 6 months to catch on.
p.s. I will pick up my copy on launch day !