WiiU

[terry78]

The only way you get a price drop this soon is if someone manages to get one and decides to sell it used to you.

 

[the dmg]

Bayonetta 2 just secured a bunch of people's money for this system.

Very smart move by Nintendo securing one of the most coveted sequels in gaming right now.

That was definitely a shocker considering that it was more or less going to get cancelled.

 

[Benstamania]

Pre ordered my WiiU just now. Not sure about other GS's but mine will probably have a preorder cut off on Sunday. They expect 20 a day and I was #4 already. Also it's only 25 down if you have the rewards card.

 

[Benstamania]

I'm gonna hold out for the obligatory price drop this spring.

Eh, Nintendo tends to hold out a long while before price drops. The 3DS only dropped because it wasn't selling at that price.

 

[rashad]

The Wonderful 101 looks like so much fun! A superhero mix of Viewtiful Joe and Pikmin!

 

[Solidus]

Pre ordered my WiiU just now. Not sure about other GS's but mine will probably have a preorder cut off on Sunday. They expect 20 a day and I was #4 already. Also it's only 25 down if you have the rewards card.

I did mine online this time, first time I've ever done that for a console. But I did that so I could change the shipping address because I might be moving soon.

 

[KALEL114]

Bayonetta 2 just secured a bunch of people's money for this system.

Very smart move by Nintendo securing one of the most coveted sequels in gaming right now.

Woah, pump the brakes. The series has a small following, but that's about it. It's a very niche series. The original didn't even sell 2 million. It's a nice exclusive to have though.

 

[rashad]

That was definitely a shocker considering that it was more or less going to get cancelled.

It was canceled. Platinum didn't have the funding for the project. Nintendo swooped in and literally saved this game.

 

[Jennifer Walters]

Woah, pump the brakes. The series has a small following, but that's about it. It's a very niche series. The original didn't even sell 2 million. It's a nice exclusive to have though.

You pump the breaks. Check any gaming sites that have done lists of sequels that should happen. Bayonetta is ALWAYS on the list.

It's definitely one of the most wanted sequels in the industry.

 

[zenith16]

Woah, pump the brakes. The series has a small following, but that's about it. It's a very niche series. The original didn't even sell 2 million. It's a nice exclusive to have though.

it's true . It was seen as niche but alot of people saw both the reviews and the word of mouth was enough that there's a cult fallowing of sorts. I won't be surprised if this sells really well. If it's done well.

 

[terry78]

http://www.ign.com/articles/2012/09/13/tekken-tag-tournament-2-wii-u-has-exclusive-content

Nintendo exclusive costumes and skins when this releases. Also Super Mushroom mode.

 

[rashad]

You pump the breaks. Check any gaming sites that have done lists of sequels that should happen. Bayonetta is ALWAYS on the list.

It's definitely one of the most wanted sequels in the industry.

Along with Shenmue 3.

 

[Soapy]

You pump the breaks. Check any gaming sites that have done lists of sequels that should happen. Bayonetta is ALWAYS on the list.

It's definitely one of the most wanted sequels in the industry.

Do those lists translate into sales?

 

[Jennifer Walters]

Along with Shenmue 3.

Maybe they can coax Sega into making that exclusively for this. Never played it but that could be another tactic that would definitely capture people's attention.

 

[Benstamania]

I'm gonna hold out for the obligatory price drop this spring.

Eh, Nintendo tends to hold out a long while before price drops. The 3DS only dropped because it wasn't selling at that price.

 

[KALEL114]

You pump the breaks. Check any gaming sites that have done lists of sequels that should happen. Bayonetta is ALWAYS on the list.

It's definitely one of the most wanted sequels in the industry.

Where are these lists? I think you are getting a little caught up in the moment just a little bit. If there was such a demand and such anticipation, then why did the first game barely sell and why did the sequel get scrapped at one point? Again, it's a really nice exclusive for them and I am glad they were able to keep the IP going, but lets not make it more then what it is.

 

[Spidey-Bat]

I'm gonna hold out for the obligatory price drop this spring.

There won't be one. Heck, there may not even be a consistent stock of them in stores at Spring. With Nintendo, their stuff rarely goes on sale. 3DS is an exception.

 

[Benstamania]

Where are these lists? I think you are getting a little caught up in the moment just a little bit. If there was such a demand and such anticipation, then why did the first game barely sell and why did the sequel get scrapped at one point? Again, it's a really nice exclusive for them and I am glad they were able to keep the IP going, but lets not make it more then what it is.

I didn't even like the first one but I've seen sites and listened to podcasts and B2 is often mentioned for people's wishlists.

 

[the dmg]

It was canceled.

Really? I wasn't sure if that was official or not, either way, before this announcement I wasn't holding my breath.

Platinum didn't have the funding for the project. Nintendo swooped in and literally saved this game.

And I'm glad that they did, as the first game was good and left a lot to be desired, which is why I wanted a sequel. Now we're getting it. t:

http://www.ign.com/articles/2012/09/13/tekken-tag-tournament-2-wii-u-has-exclusive-content

Nintendo exclusive costumes and skins when this releases. Also Super Mushroom mode.

Pretty cool.

Along with Shenmue 3.

One can only dream.

Maybe they can coax Sega into making that exclusively for this. Never played it but that could be another tactic that would definitely capture people's attention.

If you have a good graphics card, get a DC emulator now and play the first two. They are definitely worth it.

 

[Havok83]

Mass Effect 1 was published by MS and we will never see it on another console. It's all in the agreement. If Nintendo doesn't want it on another console, it won't be. IMO, they have it locked down.

We'll see. I won't be surprised in a year if we see Bayonetta get its own "Sigma" enhanced version on the other systems. That'll be the loophole to get Platinum to release it elsewhere

 

[Spidey-Bat]

Did they say anything about the 8GB memory being expandable? I prefer the white model and don't really want Nintendoland, so I'd rather save the $50.

 

[KALEL114]

Did they say anything about the 8GB memory being expandable? I prefer the white model and don't really want Nintendoland, so I'd rather save the $50.

You can use SD cards or use any external HDD, but the 8gb is flash and you cannot replace or upgrade it.

 

[rashad]

Did they say anything about the 8GB memory being expandable? I prefer the white model and don't really want Nintendoland, so I'd rather save the $50.

Nintendo Wii U expandable memory, TiVO integration explained
by Alexander Sliwinski Writer RSS on Sep 13th 2012 12:55PM

Nintendo's Wii U will launch with 8GB and 32GB internal memory models, but those limitations will be easily expandable.

"You can plug in a full-on three terabyte hard drive if you want. I'll love you as a digital consumer," Nintendo America CEO and president Reggie Fils-Aime told Engadget. "The reason we did it that way is that the cost of that type of storage memory is plummeting. What we didn't want to do is tie a profit model to something that's gonna rapidly decline over time. We'll let the consumer buy as much as they want, as cheaply as they want."

The memory expansion, like that on Sony's PlayStation 3, will be available through USB on Flash sticks or external hard drives.

Fils-Aime also stated the Wii U doesn't have the TiVO hardware built in. The DVR functionality will require an existing TiVo or DVR unit. How the two pieces of hardware will connect and work together is currently unclear.

source: Joystiq

http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/13/nintendo-wii-u-expandable-memory-tivo-integration-explained/

 

[the dmg]

Did they say anything about the 8GB memory being expandable?

Yes. You can use any SD Card or External HDD of any size that you desire.

I prefer the white model and don't really want Nintendoland, so I'd rather save the $50.

The $50 is not just towards the game though. You get larger storage, charging cradle (both will ship with Gamepad chargers), stands for console and controller, Nintendo Network Premium subscription or Deluxe Digital Promotion for two years (and the included discounts that come with that).

You could always buy a white shell.

 

[rashad]

Tekken Tag Tournament 2 Wii U Has Exclusive Content
Nintendo-themed power-ups and costumes.
by Andrew Goldfarb
September 13, 2012

Namco has announced that Tekken Tag Tournament 2 on Wii U will have exclusive content.

Known as Tekken Tag Tournament 2: Wii U Edition, the Nintendo version will offer special Nintendo character outfits including Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Bowser and Link will be able to be worn by Tekken fighters, and an exclusive Mushroom Battle mode will allow players to pick up mushrooms to become larger.

Namco says additional details will be coming leading up to the launch of Tekken Tag Tournament 2 on Wii U, but for now, take a look at some of the screenshots released so far below, and see all the rest in our Tekken Tag Tournament 2 image gallery.

http://www.ign.com/articles/2012/09/13/tekken-tag-tournament-2-wii-u-has-exclusive-content

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