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[Phantom_999]

Yeah so the Wii U was released in NA yesterday or so, and I'm wondering if Any one is going to get it now or later? And also what Games are you planning to get from what releases that you heard about so far? Me? I'll get it later when when they have more top quality games from Nintendo. Just Super Mario Bros Wii is not going to cut it for me. At least for now, cause we're tight on money with My family right now so to speak. BUT I WILL get Zelda Kirby, Mario (when I buy the Wii U), Maybe Metroid, Donkey Kong (If its good) etc.

[Dreamer]

I thought about it but i'm gonna have to choose only one next gen launch console for my budget and i would really like to see a console that runs full 1080p or greater throughout the whole game so PS4 might be up my alley. If i get the Wii U, It'll be a couple years after a good major price cut and a good expanded game library.

[Super Boom]

Me? I'll get it later when when they have more top quality games from Nintendo. Just Super Mario Bros Wii is not going to cut it for me. At least for now, cause we're tight on money with My family right now so to speak. BUT I WILL get Zelda Kirby, Mario (when I buy the Wii U), Maybe Metroid, Donkey Kong (If its good) etc.

Yeah, I'm the same right now. The price is pretty good, but there's nothing I really want for it. The closest thing to a system-seller it has for me is Pikmin 3, and I haven't even played the first two. Probably gonna wait for some of the launch bugs to be ironed out too. It sounds like that Day 1 firmware update is a real pain.

I've heard the browser and remote control features are amazing though. I'm sure I'll pick one up once Zelda, Smash Bros, and Metroid get confirmed release dates. Another console Fire Emblem would be the biggest game for me, but I doubt that'll happen for a while...

[Gravenimage]

Not interested in getting one though my PS3 lens seems to be broken because it doesn't take any game discs whatsoever I will have to send it to someone who can fix it. But right now I don't have any money.

[No WhereMan]

More interested in seeing PS4 or even the next Xbox. Wii U, being only slightly better graphics wise than the PS3 and Xbox 360 systems didn't seem too intelligent either. But I have been considering getting a Wii though. ^^

[Sakamaki Izayoi]

i see the max graphical pontence of wii u and it's the same as XBOX360 and PS3 consoles that were launched 7 years ago, i dont know what's the deal with nintendo.

[Phantom_999]

*Shrugs* I don't care about the graphics potential as a deciding factor to get a console. Cause to me, if that's all that decides the worth of a console than I might as well stare at the game on the screen all day and do nothing else, because it is no different than saying what matters at all is a pretty picture. I care about the innovation of the console controls and quality of the games and that is where preference comes in. And besides I'm Definitely getting the next Smash game.

[Smiter]

*Shrugs* I don't care about the graphics potential as a deciding factor to get a console. Cause to me, if that's all that decides the worth of a console than I might as well stare at the game on the screen all day and do nothing else, because it is no different than saying what matters at all is a pretty picture. I care about the innovation of the console controls and quality of the games and that is where preference comes in. And besides I'm Definitely getting the next Smash game.

Yeah, I'm mainly interested in the Wii U for its games and the potential the controller brings. It looks pretty good to me graphics-wise as well; if I want eye-melting graphics, I can just play a game on my PC. I'll only get one console from the next generation, so I'd like to have something different, and I do have a soft spot for Zelda, Mario Kart, and 3D Mario titles. It's also the most likely console to be used at a family party because my family are keen on the Wii.

The only things stopping me now are the high prices and the so-so range of games. I'm going to wait at least 6 months for a better deal or a must-have game to come out. It's also a lower priority than my plans for an overseas holiday.

[roninmedia]

If it got Pokemon or Final Fantasy Tactics War of the Lions, I would be all over it.

[Phantom_999]

Yeah, I'm mainly interested in the Wii U for its games and the potential the controller brings. It looks pretty good to me graphics-wise as well; if I want eye-melting graphics, I can just play a game on my PC. I'll only get one console from the next generation, so I'd like to have something different, and I do have a soft spot for Zelda, Mario Kart, and 3D Mario titles. It's also the most likely console to be used at a family party because my family are keen on the Wii.

The only things stopping me now are the high prices and the so-so range of games. I'm going to wait at least 6 months for a better deal or a must-have game to come out. It's also a lower priority than my plans for an overseas holiday.

True that Kage Smiter!

If it got Pokemon or Final Fantasy Tactics War of the Lions, I would be all over it.

you can bet that there will be a Pokemon game for it, but the question is will it be good? And as for Final fantasy Tactics I don't hear of such plans for a new one at all unfortunately

[No WhereMan]

*Shrugs* I don't care about the graphics potential as a deciding factor to get a console. Cause to me, if that's all that decides the worth of a console than I might as well stare at the game on the screen all day and do nothing else, because it is no different than saying what matters at all is a pretty picture. I care about the innovation of the console controls and quality of the games and that is where preference comes in. And besides I'm Definitely getting the next Smash game.

I don't know with that same logic, you might as well stay with the Wii then and save yourself the $300.

[Super Boom]

I don't know with that same logic, you might as well stay with the Wii then and save yourself the $300.

...Not really, considering that all of Nintendo's first party titles have migrated to the new system. We might see another 3D Pokemon title (Game Freak released both Conquest and Black/White 2 on DS a year after the 3DS release), but it's unlikely we'll see anything other than dance/party games being released on the Wii from here on out.

And, considering, the Wii U is backwards compatible with all Wii games, accessories, and VC games, it doesn't really make much sense to get the older system anymore. Unless you never had one in the first place I guess...

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This article kinda made me chuckle.

Sony Executive Shuhei Yoshida imports Wii U

Apparently he tweeted his Nintendo Network ID. I guess this is proof that console wars only exist in the eyes of fanboys.

Makes me wonder if Miyamoto has a PS3, or if Reggie has a 360.

Edited by Super Boom, 05 December 2012 - 02:03 AM.

[digifruit]

my brother got one recently; we kind of skipped out on the past couple generations of consoles, so catching up on the backlog of gamecube/wii titles in the meantime while waiting for future wii u games kind of justified the price of being an early adopter I guess.

if you guys have any hands-on questions I guess I can try to answer them as best I can, but I haven't really used the wii u all that much yet. I've only played the new super mario game so far; it's definitely fun but nothing revolutionary though, just same old side-scrolling platforming.

[Verilance]

if Dragonquest X comes out in North America I would buy one immediately if not I will give it a pass

[Phantom_999]

I don't know with that same logic, you might as well stay with the Wii then and save yourself the $300.

Ah but there are new games for the Wii U. Graphics are not a huge factor in my gaming world but the games are; I've already said That Smash and Zelda Wii U caught my eye didn't I? I am only stating my opinion that I don't go crazy about graphics potential on games or consoles like other gaming fanatics. I read their reviews And they just go ON and ON about how gorgeous the pixels and animation are and what not. But that alone does not make the game does it? What about the game play? I never hear any mention of it. I buy a game cause its fun to play, not because it's something worth drooling over for it's graphic appearance. A game can look just like real life in virtual for all I care but if the game play sucks, It's not worth buying in my eyes, That's all I'm saying. This especially goes for the console. I want the Wii U because it is looks like a very fun and interesting piece to play and the controllers seem more interactive than the Wiimote.

Edited by Phantom_999, 28 December 2012 - 06:12 AM.

[Super Boom]

Well, looks like we had a small explosion of Wii U news in this morning's Direct presentation. I only got my Wii U a week ago, so I'm glad to hear some of this so soon.

Video

Summary of Announcements (and Boom's thoughts)

Additional details for Lego City, Wii Fit U, Pikmin 3, The Wonderful 101 and Bayonetta 2. (Cool...but they were already announced, so not a huge deal I guess...)
Smash Bros, 3D Mario and Mario Kart were mentioned and will be fully unveiled at this years E3 conference. (Cool!)
Wii U Party coming this Summer. (If it's as fun as Nintendoland, I'm sure it'll be great)
New 2D game starring Yoshi in development from the team who created Kirby's Epic Yarn. (Hmm. Not really my kinda thing, but I'm sure some fans will like it).
Zelda Wii U in development, Wind Waker HD releasing this Fall. (SYSTEM SELLER YES YES)
New Monolith game was shown. Codenamed "X"(EXTRA SYSTEM SELLER YES YES)
Fire Emblem/Shin Megami Tensei crossover announced (TAKE MY MONEY TAKE MY MONEY)
System updates (Boring, but necessary I guess)
Wii U Virtual Console and Miiverse Smartphone App will launch after the first update. (I like Miiverse so far, so that might be kinda cool.)
Wii VC purchased games can be updated to be used on Wii U VC for a small fee. (Hmm, if I can play the VC games on the tablet, I don't mind paying a dollar or two for an update I guess. Depends how much they're charging.)

Windwaker HD Screenshots --Click here to view--

Needless to say, I'm pretty excited about that Windwaker Re-release. X and the Fire Emblem crossover also look great, but I doubt they'll be making it over to North America for a while. *crosses fingers*

[Smiter]

Urgh, Nintendo just knows my weak points.

Project X definitely looks like Xenoblade 2 to me, it has the same interface and gameplay style. I so want this.

I'm sure I'll get a Wii U at some point, but I'll try to hold out until at least 2 must-have games are out, AND I can grab it on a decent deal. £300 is just too much at the moment.

[Mik3]

I'm glad its not all coming at once. I basically just play the couple of Nintendo exclusives I like and than let it collect dust. I already scarcely use my Wii-u after getting bored with Zombi-U. Hopefully they get a bunch more new IPs this gen compared to the last one

[Super Boom]

A few pieces of Wii U news, for the three or four people here who might care...

Monster Tri Ultimate Demo Now Available

I pre-ordered this a while ago, since I've never played Tri, and I'm pretty excited to try it out. This will actually be my first Wii U game (bar Nintendoland).

Six Ubisoft Titles on Sale on Wii U eShop

Prices --Click here to view--

$41.99 – Zombi U
$34.99 – Just Dance 4
$41.99 – Assassin’s Creed III
$34.99 – Rabbids Land
$34.99 – Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2013
$34.99 – ESPN Sports Connection

I've heard good things about ZombiU, but I'm still on the fence about whether I should pick it up. Zombies aren't really my thing. Assassin's Creed seems to be a good deal though.

Also, if you like retro games, the original F-Zero is on sale in the eShop for $0.30. At that price, there's really no reason not to get it.

Edited by Super Boom, 23 February 2013 - 05:39 AM.

[Phantom_999]

Oh its not that I don't care. I am just not going to buy games just on a whim. (like I used to) which is why I'm waiting for the the top quality games to come out before I buy a WII U