Official Wii thread -Part IX
#702
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Quick newbie questions: Is component hook-up the best way to the Wii or do they sell an HDMI connection? Can't seem to find an HDMI but wanted to ask just in case I am overlooking it.
Also, has anyone tried out any 3rd party component hook-ups for the Wii? They seem to run pretty cheap (and they are several...madkatz, NYCO, imax, monster, intec, handhelditems cables unlimited, and even more! Jeez.) but I wouldn't want to risk picture quality for a poor quality 3rd party connection.
Amazon has the iMax one for $3.71 new!
Also, has anyone tried out any 3rd party component hook-ups for the Wii? They seem to run pretty cheap (and they are several...madkatz, NYCO, imax, monster, intec, handhelditems cables unlimited, and even more! Jeez.) but I wouldn't want to risk picture quality for a poor quality 3rd party connection.
Amazon has the iMax one for $3.71 new!
#703
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Quick newbie questions: Is component hook-up the best way to the Wii or do they sell an HDMI connection? Can't seem to find an HDMI but wanted to ask just in case I am overlooking it.
Also, has anyone tried out any 3rd party component hook-ups for the Wii? They seem to run pretty cheap (and they are several...madkatz, NYCO, imax, monster, intec, handhelditems cables unlimited, and even more! Jeez.) but I wouldn't want to risk picture quality for a poor quality 3rd party connection.
Amazon has the iMax one for $3.71 new!
Also, has anyone tried out any 3rd party component hook-ups for the Wii? They seem to run pretty cheap (and they are several...madkatz, NYCO, imax, monster, intec, handhelditems cables unlimited, and even more! Jeez.) but I wouldn't want to risk picture quality for a poor quality 3rd party connection.
Amazon has the iMax one for $3.71 new!
1. No HDMI.
2. Always monoprice.com for any cable needs. The cheapest one is $8 shipped.
#705
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http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2
Yep, I never buy any cables unless I check them first.
#706
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couple of other questions:
It looks like the only way to connect sound is RCA. Is there not a way to use optical or is RCA the best you get?
Anyone tried any third party LAN connect? Really surprised that you can't connect directly into the freaking system for internet access. I hardwire all my stuff and throwing another $25 or so for internet connection is retarded.
No wonder they kept the cost down on the Wii. I feel like I am going back several years in technology hardware-wise.
It looks like the only way to connect sound is RCA. Is there not a way to use optical or is RCA the best you get?
Anyone tried any third party LAN connect? Really surprised that you can't connect directly into the freaking system for internet access. I hardwire all my stuff and throwing another $25 or so for internet connection is retarded.
No wonder they kept the cost down on the Wii. I feel like I am going back several years in technology hardware-wise.
#708
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I'm so excited for Animal Crossing. I know it will be exactly the same as the others, and I will get bored of collecting after a few weeks, but those first few weeks will be GLORIOUS!
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Yuji Naka, creator of Sonic the Hedgehog, is no longer with Sega. He has created an independent developer studio named Prope. Their first game has been revealed for Wii. It's called 'Let's Tap', which is described as "the first game even penguins can play."
http://prope.sega.jp/letstap/
The theme song for the game is so catchy it will get stuck in your head. Forever!
http://prope.sega.jp/letstap/
The theme song for the game is so catchy it will get stuck in your head. Forever!
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Monster Hunter Tri trailer
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#712
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Yuji Naka, creator of Sonic the Hedgehog, is no longer with Sega. He has created an independent developer studio named Prope. Their first game has been revealed for Wii. It's called 'Let's Tap', which is described as "the first game even penguins can play."
http://prope.sega.jp/letstap/
The theme song for the game is so catchy it will get stuck in your head. Forever!
http://prope.sega.jp/letstap/
The theme song for the game is so catchy it will get stuck in your head. Forever!
#713
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MH3 looked pretty sweet! Some of those graphics looked pretty good for the Wii.
#714
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#715
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Quick question:
Is the Wii easier to find in stores now than a few months back? I saw one at Toys R Us today, bought it, and then instantly had buyer's remorse.
I thought "Well, maybe I'll put it on Ebay", but it looks like they're not really moving as quick anymore. I also got Wii Play, Mario Kart Wii and Twilight Princess (the 3 for 2 deal), and wasn't planning on selling it all for much more than retail, but it seems like I may as well just bring it all back and get my cash.
Any thoughts?
Is the Wii easier to find in stores now than a few months back? I saw one at Toys R Us today, bought it, and then instantly had buyer's remorse.
I thought "Well, maybe I'll put it on Ebay", but it looks like they're not really moving as quick anymore. I also got Wii Play, Mario Kart Wii and Twilight Princess (the 3 for 2 deal), and wasn't planning on selling it all for much more than retail, but it seems like I may as well just bring it all back and get my cash.
Any thoughts?
#717
Sorry for the newbie question... I just got a Wii today (to complete my trilogy of consoles this generation). Anyhow, which component cables are the best (or are they the same)? I see a lot of knock-off cables on amazon for $10-$15 and the official cable for $30. Does the quality vary?
#720
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IGN gives WiiMusic 5/10
Pretty much what I thought the game looked and sounded like. Is anyone actually getting this?
Originally Posted by IGN Wii
I think most adults will quickly recognize that Wii Music is little more than a noise maker tied to a series of gestures and grow bored of the experience in a matter of hours, if not minutes. The controls aren't particularly intuitive, but gimmicky, and the selection of music is fundamentally flawed with dated public domain songs rendered in equally dated MIDI. That Guitar Hero World Tour's complementary modes -- namely Mii Freestyle and advanced studio -- completely obliterate the entire Wii Music package is proof just how much Nintendo's game either doesn't do or doesn't do well.
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Here are some other reviews that like the game much more than IGN:
1up gives WiiMusic an A-
GameSpy gives WiiMusic 3.5/5
GamePro gives WiiMusic 3.5/5
1up gives WiiMusic an A-
GameSpy gives WiiMusic 3.5/5
GamePro gives WiiMusic 3.5/5
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Also here is the U.S. WiiMusic commercial:
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Pretty cool commercial!
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Pretty cool commercial!
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(my kids will enjoy it)
#725
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Also it said that instead of moving around in squares like the Gamecube version, when you walk, it will be like the DS version where you feel like you are walking on a spinning globe. These two things kill any excitement I had for the game. These are the main two reasons I hated the DS version of AC and it's going to be apart of the Wii version.