Too me, their is nothing cutting edge about the PS3 or 360 besides the graphics. And I don't care about that. I don't want the same games with a new coat of paint, or new online play options etc.

I want something that is much more cutting edge than that, that actually has new types of games and new ways to play games. The wii is the only one that is offering that IMO--or I should say they only one that currently has the potential to offer that as it could just end up being gimmicky control in the same type of games which would leave me dissapointed.

I'm really torn on my Nov. 17th-19th purchases now. I want to get both consoles if I can get my hands on both but considering I would need to buy an extra controller for each, plus I usually get 2 games when I buy a system, so I'd be looking at around 1200.00 for both in a matter of 2 days.

most likely I'll get the Wii on release and wait until next year(around March - my birthday) to get a PS3.

Fair enough. I care about neither graphics (current gen are more than good enough for me) nor huge worlds (hate free roaming gameplay).

If it wasn't for the potential of the Wii controler, I'd have no interest in any of the next gen systems right now.

Granted. Don't discount the new forms of games that the Wii's interface could create. The DS has shown what can be done with slightly different thinking. Just remember, wii'll welcome you back

I do truly hope the control scheme is more than a gimmick and really does innovate.

It's going to be just like the DS. It's got the potential to be a gimmick and it's got the potential to open up lots of new gaming ideas and certainly new ways to play old ideas. I have a good feeling we'll see a timeline similar to the DS in terms of games; the first year will have some awesome games but will also be period of learning for both the players and the developers.. once everyone knows what works and what doesn't.. well, I don't need to remind you of last year's DS holiday season and I sure as hell don't need to tell anybody about the next four months of DS games..

Amen, brother. (Must be something in the Maryland water - I grew up in Laurel.)

Depends on what you like... mine are:

Animal Crossing: Wild World (WiFi)
Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time
Super Princess Peach
Mario Kart DS (WiFi)
Brain Age
Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow

Here's a thread discussing that.

New Super Mario Brothers
Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow
Mario Kart DS

Honorable mentions for:

Advance Wars DS
Kirby: Canvas Curse
Super Princess Peach
Brain Age & Big Brain Academy
Mario and Luigi

The lack of New Super Mario Brothers confuses me....

New Super Mario Bros
Castlevania-Dawn of Sorrow
Super Princess Peach


Those are my top 3, some other good ones are:

Kirby Canvas Curse
Mario Kart DS
Mario and Luigi: Partners in Time
Phoenix Wright
Brain Age
Meteos

And coming soon:

Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin
Yoshi's Island 2
Zelda: The Phantom Hour Glass

Hmm. I guess Kirby Canvas curse since it's only stylus.

Brain Age is a different type of game.

Honestly, I think the DS isn't that innovative. I just love it for the 2D games mainly.

Yeah, that one just came out.

There are some quirky games on it, but a lot of them I just find gimmicky rather than innovative.

The main draw for me is the great 2D games, with the odd stuff like brain age etc beign the icing on the cake.

A lot of touch screen usuage either feels tacked on, or is something that works well but doesn't really redefine gaming (selecting items, control in puzzle games, etc.).

Wii for me, day one. Looking forward to Zelda, ExciteTruck and Red Steel. Gears of War and FEAR will have to be on the Xmas list, as well as about 10 other DS games. I can't wait to try a Wii demo unit, they should be arriving mid-October.

For me, one of the greatest innovations of the Wii is the ability play a console game with two hands not bound to one controller sitting in front of you. I can play a game one-handed or with arms spread apart with the nunchuk attachment. Yeah some games will be having you hold the remote sideways to play (ExciteTruck, Tony Hawk) but a lot more of the games I'm interested in will require the nunchuk and then, my arms are able to recline naturally. Ahhh, comfort.

I'll get one in December.

Well said, go back to the pre-release DS threads and even the pre-release magazine coverage, and most people were writing it off. I believed in it, because Nintendo have always been innovators. I feel the same about the Wii. Nintendo are going to deliver some of the best gaming experiences of the next five years. If the system sells well and the third parties are able to take advantage of the unique design, we may well be in for a revolution.

Why are you guys disappointed about the price? $250 with game? Its the cheapest release ever if you consider inflation. The DS was $150 with no game and its a portable.

They always said between $200-$250; I'm disappointed it's not $200, but glad wii sports was included, as I thought it would really showcase the possibilities of the Wii, but wasn't quite something I'd pay extra for seperately. If they released a small non-bundle at $200, I would probably get that. Either way, I want it launch day.
I do really like the way Nintendo is going with this. The DS was super cool, and innovative. I got it when the Lite came out. I'm very excited about the Wii. As for the PS3, not really caring. Will have to wait until it becomes another Dreamcast or Saturn and pick it up off ebay for $50. (I doubt that, but $600? No thanks).
360, maybe if it drops $100. Until then, Wii all the way!

We play mostly 4-player games with friends so I am now having to ponder paying $430 + tax just to get 4 controllers, the console and 1 game.

Do what my friends and I have always done BYOC. Bring Your Own Controller.

Well... as far as that goes...
360 Premium ($400) + 3 Wireless Controllers ($50x3=$150) + 1 Game ($60) = $610
360 Core ... = $510
PS3 ($600) + 3 Controllers ($50x3=$150) + 1 Game ($60) = $810
Wii ($250) + 3 Controllers ($50x3=$150) + 1 Game ($50) = $450

To me it seems a no brainer in terms of price. And since I really maybe need only one more controller and Zelda to start with, I'm looking at roughly $350.

Let's hope the TRU Bundle comes stateside!

Although I'm disappointed that the Wii launch doesn't appear to be the home run that it could've been, I think there's enough there for me to pull the trigger on the 19th. No one game excites me very much - not even Zelda, sadly - but I also have a handful of Cube games that I haven't played since I sold that system a couple years ago.

Good choice on the DS, you will love it. I bought a DS the day it came out and it quickly became my primary gaming system, and that's from someone who never really played a portable system before. I'm too very excited about where Nintendo is going. Its a great combination of the future and the past. Its funny that a company finally takes a big leap in the way games are played and at the same time makes the past so easy to access.

I'm even more excited about the Wii after reading the quotes from other game company executives. Nintendo combined with excited and committed third parties is an unbeatable combination.

I already do love imy DS I have about 10 games, which is much more than I've ever spent on any console in such a short period of time (since june). I picked up 6 games before I got the system even, since gamestop had a b2g1 free sale.
As far as Nintendo taking a big leap, I'm equally impressed. I was just thnking about this yesterday: Every corporation, no matter who, despises change. It's too damn risky. Most only change when forced, and when the environment changes so much that they'll look outdated without change.
Nintendo went head-on into change without any real pressure (well, I'm sure lack of N64 and GCube sales helped). But Sony and MS weren't doing any crazy motion sensing, touch screens, or anything really. They were going in the same direction video games have always gone: better graphics, sound, and more power, with a few touches here and there to stay hip. But N went crazy and we're reaping the benifits. They knew if they didn't do something drastically different, they would never survive. And now they're on top (again, finally) in my book. Am I a fanboy? You betcha, after the way they've treated the DS. If Sony's PSP were prices at $130 and the games were $35 a piece, I'd glance at it. But they aren't being competitive, and it all looks the same to me.
/end of rant.

Some friends of mine are testing games for the Wii and from what they told me that nunchuck controller is a pain in the ass

I cannot tell you what games they are testing but it seems the controller is very sensitive (can't calibrate it? No...) and wrist pains are guaranteed after extended periods of play. My guess is that games designed for the Wii controller will be a blast while those that are simply ports for the Wii will be frustrating if not worked on and adapted.

We'll have to wait and see if the controller catches on or if it's just a gimmick.

Myself, I'll wait a bit after release and see where it goes.

No kidding. I was thinking the same thing the other day. The lite was my first DS back in June and I've already picked up 10 DS games and 8 GBA games. It's easier to do when all the games are

[QUOTE=Michael Corvin]No kidding. I was thinking the same thing the other day. The lite was my first DS back in June and I've already picked up 10 DS games and 8 GBA games. It's easier to do when all the games are