Official Wii Thread pt. 3
09-15-06 | 01:23 PM
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I imagine that it is a new input to compensate for the 6 wires running through it.
09-15-06 | 01:33 PM
#427
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Oh, just another bit on the controller's cost.. we seem to forgot that each controller has a bit of memory to it on top of all the other stuff it does. I don't think it's used for game saves, but it's supposed to hold like your personal tag or your little Mii people on it.
09-15-06 | 01:35 PM
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There's a new Wii video featured on www.gametrailers.com. It shows a lot of great games including the new Strikers, Zelda and...HARVEST MOON! Definitely watch it if you haven't.
09-15-06 | 01:47 PM
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Oh, just another bit on the controller's cost.. we seem to forgot that each controller has a bit of memory to it on top of all the other stuff it does. I don't think it's used for game saves, but it's supposed to hold like your personal tag or your little Mii people on it.
It also seems to high for what nintendo is going for--bringing in non-gamers for multiplayer goodness.
How many non-gamers are going to drop $250 for the console, and up to $180 for extra controllers? If it was cheaper they'd be much more likely to play at a friends/relatives and then run and buy one on impulse (like you hear of happening with the DS and Brain Age etc.). That will happen much less often at this price point IMO.
09-15-06 | 01:59 PM
#432
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Originally Posted by Wick
It's nice to see someone else loves that game as much as I do.
Speaking of.. we're going to Oktoberfest tonight.. I'll have to suggest Strikers when we get back and full of beer.
09-15-06 | 02:12 PM
#433
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Originally Posted by Josh Hinkle
It is true that there is a lot of tech in the controllers. But I don't give a shit honestly. I only care about my bottom line, and I'm not paying $60 for a controller given how seldom I play multiplayer. I'd rather spend that on a game (or on 3 $20 games).
Exactly. I will more than likely be the only one in my circle of friends getting one. I don't want to drop sixty bones on something that will be sitting most of the time. Give me a $35-$40 controller and I might pick up one or two and will be showcasing the system to my "on the fence" friends, which in turn might be another console sale.
With 1 controller a group of guys aren't going to take turns looking like a jackass. Play time will be limited until someone pipes up and Halo 2 goes in. Put a reasonably priced controller in all their hands and that disappears.
Hell I even picked up an Xbox controller before I had the system to play Halo with my friends. No reason people wouldn't do the same with the Wii... if it weren't for the pricetag.
09-15-06 | 04:13 PM
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09-15-06 | 04:14 PM
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Hihi. Perhaps the Wii is still region-locked.
09-15-06 | 04:15 PM
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Originally Posted by PixyJunket
Ah, we've had SEVERAL full eight player tournaments.
Speaking of.. we're going to Oktoberfest tonight.. I'll have to suggest Strikers when we get back and full of beer.
Speaking of.. we're going to Oktoberfest tonight.. I'll have to suggest Strikers when we get back and full of beer.
09-15-06 | 04:56 PM
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wow this thread is full of some really cheap bastards. But what else is new at good ol' DVDTalk. It's less than half the price of a PS3, hell it costs as much as an Ipod nano and you guys are still bitching. It's 2006, it's only $249. If you guys are really that hesitant to buy something because of a $40 diffference, you never were going to buy it for $212 either--no matter what you may say. And heaven forbid Nintendo actually makes a profit on these things, the nerve of some companies ...
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09-15-06 | 05:21 PM
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To those complaining about a $60 controller, I know it's not ideal, but you can just get multiple Wiimotes without Nunchucks. I'd bet a lot of the party games will work that way. At that rate, it's not so bad of an investment.
09-15-06 | 05:25 PM
#440
Uh oh, more confusion to the AV Cable discussion. Hopefully, for everyone, Allison is the one confused.
http://gonintendo.com/?p=5655
http://gonintendo.com/?p=5655
09-15-06 | 05:31 PM
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Originally Posted by pizzamousechips
To those complaining about a $60 controller, I know it's not ideal, but you can just get multiple Wiimotes without Nunchucks. I'd bet a lot of the party games will work that way. At that rate, it's not so bad of an investment.
I never bought a 2nd controller for my PS2 or X-box. I like to have some for nintendo systems though since they make multiplayer games I do occasionally play. But not enough to shell out $40-60. And not with Wiisports being the only multiplayer game I'll have at launch.
I'm not that bent out of shape about it really, just annoying that they are packing in a mainly multiplayer game, touting the system as a great party system for such games, and they only give you one controller and charge so much for extras.
If it wasn't for Wiisports, and that stance, I honestly wouldn't care and would just play Zelda and not worry about a 2nd controller.
09-15-06 | 05:32 PM
#442
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Uh oh, more confusion to the AV Cable discussion. Hopefully, for everyone, Allison is the one confused.
http://gonintendo.com/?p=5655
http://gonintendo.com/?p=5655
Might be good for me, as if that's the case then maybe the GC cable will be interchangeable again.
09-15-06 | 05:50 PM
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At least online is free!
I would prefer to pay $230 w/o Wii Sports. I'm pretty cheap, but an additional $50 isn't that much for something I plan to own for a few years. If you are disappointed with the system price it's probably your own fault for your own expectations. Nintendo said it would be $250 or less, so I've been planning on it being $250.
I would prefer to pay $230 w/o Wii Sports. I'm pretty cheap, but an additional $50 isn't that much for something I plan to own for a few years. If you are disappointed with the system price it's probably your own fault for your own expectations. Nintendo said it would be $250 or less, so I've been planning on it being $250.
09-15-06 | 06:39 PM
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More Wii Rumors from N-Sider: http://www.n-sider.com/newsview.php?...y&storyid=2433
#1 is HUGE and implies that GB and GBC games will be supported as rumored in #2.
#2 questions whether or not we'll see online VC play which #5 seems to imply. I can't see any reason to update Tetris and Dr. Mario for VC if not for online play.
#4 is a wonderful addition to the VC.
#5 is great in that Wii Points will be available without directly purchasing them.
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#2 questions whether or not we'll see online VC play which #5 seems to imply. I can't see any reason to update Tetris and Dr. Mario for VC if not for online play.
#4 is a wonderful addition to the VC.
#5 is great in that Wii Points will be available without directly purchasing them.
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09-15-06 | 08:30 PM
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Nintendo is contemplating releasing a Wii version of Tetris, Dr. Mario, and Mahjong exclusively through the Virtual Console. These are not ports of Famicom versions but new versions updated beyond their Nintendo DS counterparts.
09-15-06 | 08:43 PM
#447
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Originally Posted by DVDKrayzie
wow this thread is full of some really cheap bastards. But what else is new at good ol' DVDTalk. It's less than half the price of a PS3, hell it costs as much as an Ipod nano and you guys are still bitching. It's 2006, it's only $249. If you guys are really that hesitant to buy something because of a $40 diffference, you never were going to buy it for $212 either--no matter what you may say. And heaven forbid Nintendo actually makes a profit on these things, the nerve of some companies ...
I see no value in a $40 game(that I have a mild to no interest in) that needs another $60 purchase to enjoy properly. Nintendo has proven they can sell the system only for close to $200, so it isn't about being cheap. it is those like you out there that just accept everything that is given to them.
If all the
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09-15-06 | 08:47 PM
#448
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How many people here actually decided against buying a Wii when the price and everything was revealed? According to the poll thread asking that very question, only 1 out of 57.
I can't believe some people find it odd that other people would like something cheaper. Who wouldn't rather buy something at a cheaper price? I wish the price was lower also, but I'm still going to be picking it up anyway.
I can't believe some people find it odd that other people would like something cheaper. Who wouldn't rather buy something at a cheaper price? I wish the price was lower also, but I'm still going to be picking it up anyway.
09-15-06 | 09:03 PM
#449
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Wii Sports seems a bit more interesting than I first thought:
http://www.n-sider.com/newsview.php?type=s...mp;storyid=2431
http://www.n-sider.com/newsview.php?type=s...mp;storyid=2431
In Wii Tennis, we'd like to clear up certain assumptions about movement on the tennis course. First of all, you will need to determine and use the required swing. For example, if the ball coming towards you requires a backhand swing, you will miss it if you don't perform a backhand swing. Meaning, you can't just wildly hit the ball no matter what kind of swing you do. The game fully maps every swing. It even maps whether you follow your swing the whole way through. Another important note is that while there is no 1:1 movement, there are options to move across the court. For example, you can decide to play the backcourt or play the net. I don't recall how this was performed, but I believe by stabbing the Wii remote forward you move your character closer to the net. This is crucial to those thinking there was no court placement strategy in the game because there is.
Wii Baseball kind of plays like Mario Baseball. It isn't just a homerun derby. You can get singles and put a man on base. Then you have the opportunity to bring the man home by scoring another hit. You keep offense until you get three outs. Then you switch. Nintendo also added the ability to pitch against your opponent, making it a two-sided affair now. You can throw a screw ball, fast ball, and curve ball. And it isn't as easy to hit a homerun as past videos have shown.
Wii Boxing is the only Wii Sports game to use the Wiimote and the Nunchuk. While you don't move your character, you control the blocks and evades while you also control your left/right strikes. Jabs, hooks, and uppercuts are all mapped out accurately. The game is definitely a throwback to Punch-Out under the Wii Sports banner. This one is sure to be a huge hit.
The entire WiiSports line-up has an interesting presentation style almost mimicking an ESPN telecast. Replays and constant Wii Sports banners are shown during gameplay. Wii Sports also has some amazing textures -- real-time shadowing and nice reflections. The textures are what really makes this game graphically next-gen. Finally, in regards to gameplay, there is much mystery as to how deep and well presented a full single player session will be. Stay tuned for more details.
Wii Baseball kind of plays like Mario Baseball. It isn't just a homerun derby. You can get singles and put a man on base. Then you have the opportunity to bring the man home by scoring another hit. You keep offense until you get three outs. Then you switch. Nintendo also added the ability to pitch against your opponent, making it a two-sided affair now. You can throw a screw ball, fast ball, and curve ball. And it isn't as easy to hit a homerun as past videos have shown.
Wii Boxing is the only Wii Sports game to use the Wiimote and the Nunchuk. While you don't move your character, you control the blocks and evades while you also control your left/right strikes. Jabs, hooks, and uppercuts are all mapped out accurately. The game is definitely a throwback to Punch-Out under the Wii Sports banner. This one is sure to be a huge hit.
The entire WiiSports line-up has an interesting presentation style almost mimicking an ESPN telecast. Replays and constant Wii Sports banners are shown during gameplay. Wii Sports also has some amazing textures -- real-time shadowing and nice reflections. The textures are what really makes this game graphically next-gen. Finally, in regards to gameplay, there is much mystery as to how deep and well presented a full single player session will be. Stay tuned for more details.
09-15-06 | 09:36 PM
#450
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Originally Posted by BrentLumkin
I can't believe some people find it odd that other people would like something cheaper. Who wouldn't rather buy something at a cheaper price? I wish the price was lower also, but I'm still going to be picking it up anyway.
