Nintendo Console Announced at E3 2011 (Wii U)
04-21-11 | 12:13 PM
#176
DVD Talk Hero
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
i bet the processing and graphics hardware don't have to be that expensive like they used to.
04-21-11 | 12:20 PM
#177
Moderator
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
The screen-in-controllers is a good idea, especially with the growing popularity of co-op games. For instance, imagine an RPG where each player can look at their own stats and inventory without cluttering up the screen. Or poker with all players in the same room.
Of course, this is not new. Dreamcast had the VMU, and Nintendo has had connectivity with it's various handhelds. But if this rumor is true, this would be the first time that this sort of thing was a stock feature and not something sold separately.
Of course, this is not new. Dreamcast had the VMU, and Nintendo has had connectivity with it's various handhelds. But if this rumor is true, this would be the first time that this sort of thing was a stock feature and not something sold separately.
04-21-11 | 12:32 PM
#178
DVD Talk Godfather
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
The screen-in-controllers is a good idea, especially with the growing popularity of co-op games. For instance, imagine an RPG where each player can look at their own stats and inventory without cluttering up the screen. Or poker with all players in the same room.
Of course, this is not new. Dreamcast had the VMU, and Nintendo has had connectivity with it's various handhelds. But if this rumor is true, this would be the first time that this sort of thing was a stock feature and not something sold separately.
Of course, this is not new. Dreamcast had the VMU, and Nintendo has had connectivity with it's various handhelds. But if this rumor is true, this would be the first time that this sort of thing was a stock feature and not something sold separately.
It's cool tech, and I'm sure Nintendo can make it work, I'm just curious how prevalent this is (and how many batteries these controllers are going to suck up)
04-21-11 | 12:55 PM
#179
DVD Talk Godfather
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
Borderlands would be badass with those controllers. Inventory, menus, comparing weapons... 
04-21-11 | 04:38 PM
#180
DVD Talk Godfather
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
http://wii.ign.com/articles/116/1163362p1.html
Additionally, IGN has learned that the system will be based on a revamped version of AMD's R700 GPU architecture, not AMD's Fusion technology as previously believed, which will, as previously reported, out perform the PlayStation 3's NVIDIA 7800GTX-based processor. Like the Xbox 360, the system's CPU will be a custom-built triple-core IBM PowerPC chipset, but the clocking speeds will be faster. The system will support 1080p output with the potential for stereoscopic 3D as well, though it has not been determined whether that will be a staple feature.
In terms of the design of the console itself, the overall size will be comparable to that of the original Xbox 360 and the system is likely to resemble a modernized version of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES).
In terms of the design of the console itself, the overall size will be comparable to that of the original Xbox 360 and the system is likely to resemble a modernized version of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES).
04-21-11 | 07:02 PM
#181
DVD Talk Legend
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
But remember, 1080p doesn't mean much until we see what resolution the games will actually use. It would have to be a big step over the 360 and PS3 to have 1080p games as the norm.
04-21-11 | 07:48 PM
#182
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
04-21-11 | 07:55 PM
#183
DVD Talk Hall of Fame
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
Hopefully this new console sees Nintendo adopt an easier and more intuitive system for online gaming. I only ever played Mario Kart Wii and Super Smash Bros. Brawl a few times online, and it was pretty inconvenient, compared to the ease with which I can access online gameplay on my PS3.
I'm also wondering exactly how the in-screen controller would work. If it's strictly for stuff like checking maps, selecting weapons, etc. and the gameplay doesn't show up on the screen, it could be a little problematic. I mean, in order to select your weapon or check a map or whatever, you'd have to look away from the main action of the game and consult another screen; if you're doing multiplayer, this could definitely have an adverse effect on you.
I'm also wondering exactly how the in-screen controller would work. If it's strictly for stuff like checking maps, selecting weapons, etc. and the gameplay doesn't show up on the screen, it could be a little problematic. I mean, in order to select your weapon or check a map or whatever, you'd have to look away from the main action of the game and consult another screen; if you're doing multiplayer, this could definitely have an adverse effect on you.
04-22-11 | 12:11 AM
#184
Banned by request
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
the system is likely to resemble a modernized version of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES).
04-22-11 | 07:33 AM
#185
DVD Talk Hero
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
even on the PC side you don't need a new GPU to do 1080p resolution
i'm pretty sure all the next gen consoles will come with blu ray and do 1080p on all games without getting warm. the winner of the next generation of consoles will have the best online services
04-22-11 | 08:04 AM
#186
DVD Talk Godfather
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
Additionally, IGN has learned that the system will be based on a revamped version of AMD's R700 GPU architecture, not AMD's Fusion technology as previously believed, which will, as previously reported, out perform the PlayStation 3's NVIDIA 7800GTX-based processor. Like the Xbox 360, the system's CPU will be a custom-built triple-core IBM PowerPC chipset, but the clocking speeds will be faster. The system will support 1080p output with the potential for stereoscopic 3D as well, though it has not been determined whether that will be a staple feature.
Fan of the Nintendo Easy Bake Oven look?
04-22-11 | 09:36 AM
#188
Thread Starter
DVD Talk Hero
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
This is starting to sound like Nintendo is falling into a Dreamcast scenario where it's better than what's out now, but will easily be eclipsed in 18-24 months by the next Xbox and Playstation. Big difference being Nintendo's innovation and stable of first party franchises.
04-22-11 | 10:37 AM
#189
DVD Talk Hero
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
I'm assuming they'll keep the Wii around for the "casuals" and this system will be more geared towards the more "hardcore" gamer market.
04-22-11 | 11:51 AM
#191
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04-22-11 | 12:11 PM
#192
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
The problem with that is Nintendo is the one trying to do new things on the hardware front. We need that innovative push.
04-22-11 | 12:15 PM
#193
DVD Talk Godfather
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
Not to mention they are still the only ones that make a reliable system.
04-22-11 | 05:06 PM
#194
Banned by request
04-22-11 | 05:39 PM
#195
DVD Talk Platinum Edition
04-22-11 | 06:20 PM
#197
DVD Talk Limited Edition
Re: RUMOR - Next Nintendo Console to Be Announced at E3 2011
04-22-11 | 07:03 PM
#198
DVD Talk Hero
04-22-11 | 07:59 PM
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