Will you be purchasing a Nintendo Wii U?

[DeviousOne]

Simply question Will you be getting Nintendo's Wii U? Why or Why not.

Info on System:





Tech Specs (may change)

Processors
CPU: IBM Power7-based multi-core processor
GPU: Custom AMD Radeon High Definition GPU
The Wii U CPU is designed by IBM. It is described by IBM as an "all-new, Power-based microprocessor",[67] the processor is a multi-core design manufactured at 45 nm with an eDRAM cache. Although neither Nintendo nor IBM has revealed detailed specifications, such as the number of cores, clock rate, or cache sizes, references to the chip containing "a lot" of eDRAM and "the same processor technology found in Watson"[68] indicate that the processor shares some characteristics with IBM's POWER7 processor, which powers the Watson computer system and incorporates a large L3 eDRAM cache. The Wii U CPU will be produced by IBM at their 300 mm semiconductor manufacturing facility in East Fishkill, New York.[67]

Storage
8 GB[citation needed] Internal flash memory, expandable via SD memory cards and USB hard disk drives
Slot-loading optical disc drive compatible with 12 cm "proprietary high-density optical discs" (25GB per layer)[69][70] and 12 cm Wii optical discs
Ports and peripheral capabilities
SD memory card slot (supports SDHC cards)
USB 2.0 ports (2 at front of console, 2 at rear)
Sensor Bar power port
"AV Multi Out" port
HDMI 1.4 out port[54]

Wii U GamePad
Built-in 3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis gyroscope
Speakers and Microphone
Front-facing camera
IR Sensor strip
6.2 inch (15.7 cm) 16:9 resistive touchscreen
Two clickable analog sticks and one D-pad
Stylus
Select, Start, Home and Power buttons
A/B/X/Y face buttons, L/R bumper buttons and ZL/ZR trigger buttons
Rumble
Controller sync button
Bluetooth
NFC[57]
Note: The Wii U is also compatible with the Wii Remote Plus, Wii Nunchuk, Classic Controller, and the Wii Balance Board.[71] It has been announced through Nintendo Network that the Wii Remote Plus will still be used not only for Wii games, but as a new way to combine it with the experience brought by the tablet controller.
Video
1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576i (PAL Only), 480p, 480i, standard 4:3 and 16:9 anamorphic widescreen
"AV Multi Out" port supporting composite video, YPBPR component video, S-Video (NTSC consoles only), RGB SCART (PAL consoles only) and D-Terminal (Japan only)
HDMI 1.4 out port supporting stereoscopic 3D images.[54]
Audio
"AV Multi Out" port. Six-channel PCM linear output through HDMI

[DeviousOne]

If the pricing is @ 300 bucks and black is avaiable on day 1 i will be purchasing this console. I already have a Wii and the fact that i can use all my Wii stuff with the Wii U is a selling point for me.

also Zelda in HD? Oh yeah!

[Kuro]

Maybe..I might hate that there so wishy-washy about it being better than 360 and ps3 plus I was disappointed that there was no price and release date revealed in E3

[DeviousOne]

So many rumors about how it is more powerful then how its not...Just release the thing already so I can know for sure! smh

[Kuro]

Lol that and some solid Ip's and I might be sold.

[DeviousOne]

ZombiU looks really good. Ill most likely get the Mario game cause my gf will want to play it with me...lol

[Blacksite]

Not to be that guy but you might want to remove poll at the end of your thread title. It's added automatically when you create one for the thread.

Also, you guys should check out the thread I stickied a while back, concerning the big list of confirmed Wii U games.

To answer your question, there isn't anything right now that makes me want to pick up Nintendo's newest console. I guess I'm only really interested in the Metroid franchise but they have yet to announce their latest game.

[radgamer420]

Not with their current lineup. Maybe if they bring out some solid IPs and show graphics that are better than what we see on PS3 and 360. Not holding my breath for either though.

[RaY_210]

Wow, is there a poll in this thread lol.

Maybe..I might hate that there so wishy-washy about it being better than 360 and ps3 plus I was disappointed that there was no price and release date revealed in E3

It's more powerful. Don't know by how much, but it is. It's just people hating on Nintendo is the way I see it. And yeah it sucks that they didn't announce it then. But they usually have a conference in the fall for that stuff.

And yes I'll be getting one, although unsure if at launch. Price point and my financial status at the time will determine it. I'm hoping for $300.

To answer your question, there isn't anything right now that makes me want to pick up Nintendo's newest console. I guess I'm only really interested in the Metroid franchise but they have yet to announce their latest game.

Yeah I'm really surprised they didn't show anything from Metroid. I knew they weren't going to show Zelda or Smash, but I thought Mario and Metroid, or another rarely used franchise would've made an appearance.

[DeviousOne]

Fixed title of thread*

Intially with this Console i was hoping it would serve the same purpose my PS3 does as far as being the centerpiece for my living room entertainment.

I own a Wii and Ps3 cause PS3 games i want to play Nintendo Wii doesnt get or isnt powerful enough. So far from what is out there doesnt look like this is gonna be the case with the Wii U.

I may have to get a PS4 and Wii U in this upcoming Generation.

I would've like to see Starfox launch title more first party titles other than Pikman and NSMB's if it was going to be a mario title should've been a 3d platformer instead of the side scrolling mario we have been getting lately.

im looking forward to see how the tablet controller is used in games coming out for the system the video chat seems cool but i doubt i use it much especially to talk to someone i dont know.

Also im hoping Nintendo Land is a pack in title i think that would be a smart move on nintendo's part much like the Wii Sports for Wii

[Fenix]

I have yet to read any proof its more powerful then the PS3/360.

But that doesnt matter. Right now the ONLY WiiU game that I am 100% interested in is Pikmin 3. Not about to throw down a few hundred for one game so, right now atleast, its a firm no.

[DeviousOne]

I have yet to read any proof its more powerful then the PS3/360.

But that doesnt matter. Right now the ONLY WiiU game that I am 100% interested in is Pikmin 3. Not about to throw down a few hundred for one game so, right now atleast, its a firm no.

Pretty much these claims/rumors have been coming from developers working on the system. I think its going to be a while until they can unlock the true potenial of the Wii U much like the PS3

[mooninites]

I will not be purchasing a WiiU. I don't hate Nintendo or anything but after having the Wii for a few months i lost interest in anything Nintendo.

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[RaY_210]

Also im hoping Nintendo Land is a pack in title i think that would be a smart move on nintendo's part much like the Wii Sports for Wii

Same here. I think that will go a long way in helping it sell. It's not going to be Wii Sports popular, but I think it'll help.

[DeviousOne]

I will not be purchasing a WiiU. I don't hate Nintendo or anything but after having the Wii for a few months i lost interest in anything Nintendo.

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I know ALOT of friends of mine with a Wii in that same boat. To Be honest with the wii when i first got it all i did was play Gamecube games on it I had missed out on while i was in college. The only time i use the wii is when i have my couple friends over or family so i still play it about 3 or 4 times a week but my Ps3 is almost everyday and tomorrow im off so i'll be playing all day with it lol.

Nintendo has done a horrible job trying to explain the Wii U im still confused but its oneof those things im going to have to get hands on with to understand i guess

[Nitey]

No I won't be..I'm kinda happy with what I have right now and I don't have that new hardware itch at the moment. Will probably get it when it sees it's first price drop and has a big collection of games to choose from

[mooninites]

I know ALOT of friends of mine with a Wii in that same boat. To Be honest with the wii when i first got it all i did was play Gamecube games on it I had missed out on while i was in college. The only time i use the wii is when i have my couple friends over or family so i still play it about 3 or 4 times a week but my Ps3 is almost everyday and tomorrow im off so i'll be playing all day with it lol.

Nintendo has done a horrible job trying to explain the Wii U im still confused but its oneof those things im going to have to get hands on with to understand i guess

Your right, they have done a terrible job informing us about the WiiU. Add that to the total of 2 games i absolutely loved on the Wii (SSB: Brawl and the 4 player Mario brothers), it doesn't really seem worth the investment to me.

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[DeviousOne]

Im really hoping for some "impact" announcements for the Wii U but in the back of my head i know its most likely not gonna happen.

[RaY_210]

Your right, they have done a terrible job informing us about the WiiU. Add that to the total of 2 games i absolutely loved on the Wii (SSB: Brawl and the 4 player Mario brothers), it doesn't really seem worth the investment to me.

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Really? That's it? I know the Wii was faaaar from perfect, but I thought there were plenty of great games

[mooninites]

Really? That's it? I know the Wii was faaaar from perfect, but I thought there were plenty of great games

For ME yes. Not saying it was a terrible system or that people didn't enjoy it, but MY experience with it wasn't pleasant. I'm a hard guy to please lol.

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[RaY_210]

For ME yes. Not saying it was a terrible system or that people didn't enjoy it, but MY experience with it wasn't pleasant. I'm a hard guy to please lol.

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Lol. Or I'm just easy to please

[mooninites]

Lol. Or I'm just easy to please

Lol that can be the case. I'm sure by now there are a lot of great games but i lost interest awhile back

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[DarkVincent07]

I won't be getting one, it's not for me. I'm perfectly satisfied with my Sony and Microsoft consoles, I've never been a big fan of the Nintendo consoles, bit I own the handhelds. To me, those are of a much higher quality and always have better games imo


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[RaY_210]

Lol that can be the case. I'm sure by now there are a lot of great games but i lost interest awhile back

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Lol yeah, it happens.

I won't be getting one, it's not for me. I'm perfectly satisfied with my Sony and Microsoft consoles, I've never been a big fan of the Nintendo consoles, bit I own the handhelds. To me, those are of a much higher quality and always have better games imo


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I'm the same way, but with the 360. I'm perfectly happy with my Wii/PS3. To me, the 360/PS3 are too similar to justify a separate purchase.

[DeviousOne]

With ps3 or xbox "in most cases" your either a PS3 guy or Xbox360 guy....obviously some own both but for the most part its one or the other.

Half PS3 and maybe less than half 360's owners have a Wii as well...(pure assumption on my part i have no facts to back it up LOL)