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**** Official Nintendo Wii U Thread **** (1 Viewer)

so this thing worth it? 300 seems like a lot of coin for this system
No. It's essentially a 360/PS3 in a Wii outfit.
What does that even mean?
It's a Wii that is as powerful as a 360 or PS3, only you're paying $300. Both the 360 and PS3 can be had for < 1/2 that.

That and it comes with 1 cool controller that starts WW3 is your have more then 1 kid.
I'll give you the controller part, but unless I'm mistaken the PS3 and 360 can't play Mario, Zelda, or Metroid. That would be the reason to buy a Nintendo console.

 
so this thing worth it? 300 seems like a lot of coin for this system
No. It's essentially a 360/PS3 in a Wii outfit.
What does that even mean?
It's a Wii that is as powerful as a 360 or PS3, only you're paying $300. Both the 360 and PS3 can be had for < 1/2 that.

That and it comes with 1 cool controller that starts WW3 is your have more then 1 kid.
I'll give you the controller part, but unless I'm mistaken the PS3 and 360 can't play Mario, Zelda, or Metroid. That would be the reason to buy a Nintendo console.
To be fair- you can't play very much of those on it either.

 
so this thing worth it? 300 seems like a lot of coin for this system
No. It's essentially a 360/PS3 in a Wii outfit.
What does that even mean?
It's a Wii that is as powerful as a 360 or PS3, only you're paying $300. Both the 360 and PS3 can be had for < 1/2 that.

That and it comes with 1 cool controller that starts WW3 is your have more then 1 kid.
I'll give you the controller part, but unless I'm mistaken the PS3 and 360 can't play Mario, Zelda, or Metroid. That would be the reason to buy a Nintendo console.
To be fair- you can't play very much of those on it either.
Good point. :lol:

 
Nintendo needs the games to sell it. The Zelda, Metroid, and others are missing. They need those.

Mario 3D looks promising but that is a game that should be out at launch.

And, best of all... they need a Mario Kart game. One that is on par with top racing games and not some kiddy version of what racing is. Mario Kart deserves that.
They just released Wind Waker HD and Super Mario 3D World. The new Mario Kart and Smash Bros is just around the corner. I do wish there was a Metroid game coming, though.

Also see:

A Year In, The Nintendo Wii U Is Still Not A Must Own

The 12 Best Games for Wii U

Why I'm Getting a Wii U

5 Reasons Parents Should Buy Wii U

 
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Nintendo needs the games to sell it. The Zelda, Metroid, and others are missing. They need those.

Mario 3D looks promising but that is a game that should be out at launch.

And, best of all... they need a Mario Kart game. One that is on par with top racing games and not some kiddy version of what racing is. Mario Kart deserves that.
They just released Wind Waker HD and Super Mario 3D World. The new Mario Kart and Smash Bros is just around the corner. I do wish there was a Metroid game coming, though.
Wind Waker HD is nothing special. Mario 3D looks good and promising but to me, Mario Galaxy is where its at. Those two games were awesome... top 10 on all systems. Mario Kart and Smash should have been out ~6 months after launch. And, Metroid and other Nintendo staples should have been announced other than, "in the future." One can hope.

 
Nintendo needs the games to sell it. The Zelda, Metroid, and others are missing. They need those.

Mario 3D looks promising but that is a game that should be out at launch.

And, best of all... they need a Mario Kart game. One that is on par with top racing games and not some kiddy version of what racing is. Mario Kart deserves that.
They just released Wind Waker HD and Super Mario 3D World. The new Mario Kart and Smash Bros is just around the corner. I do wish there was a Metroid game coming, though.
Wind Waker HD is nothing special. Mario 3D looks good and promising but to me, Mario Galaxy is where its at. Those two games were awesome... top 10 on all systems. Mario Kart and Smash should have been out ~6 months after launch. And, Metroid and other Nintendo staples should have been announced other than, "in the future." One can hope.
My only complaint with Wind Waker HD is that it's a remake of a game I've already played. One that removed quite a bit of the game too, according to several reviews. The original Wind Waker is my favorite 3D Zelda game. (That's right!)

Also something that no one ever mentions about the Wii U is that it's the only next generation console that supports true 4K resolution. Both Xbox One and Playstation 4 missed the boat on that one, for some reason. So while people seem to give Wii U hell for playing catch up to the XBox 360 and Playstation 3, no one seems to grasp that in 5 years when UHD/4K TVs become huge, only one will fully support it. (Note: Sony says that Playstation 4 may support 4K games in the future, but it currently does not. It does support still images and movies in 4k.)

Double Note: I always like to double-check myself and make sure I'm correct on my info. Apparently Major Nelson has stated that the Xbox One does support 4K gaming (as well as movies and still images), but it's up to the developers to make that happen. This is practically in line with where Nintendo is with the Wii U. However, Nintendo has announced a couple of games that will have 4k support due out next year. Will they be the first to strike on that, I'm not sure, but it's not the one console show that I thought it was earlier.

 
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just got back from store it is pretty cool but didnt super wow me...

that being said grandparents bought the bundle with 2 extra games for 29o at walmart

win win

 
Ok so we're getting a Wii U for the kids this Christmas. The bundle with Super Mario U and Super Luigi U.

You Wii owners, can you give me some ideas on the best games to get? Also, I believe this is backward compatible with regular Wii games - is that ALL Wii games?

ETA: Slax, I just saw your links on good games for the Wii u, thanks.

 
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Ok so we're getting a Wii U for the kids this Christmas. The bundle with Super Mario U and Super Luigi U.

You Wii owners, can you give me some ideas on the best games to get? Also, I believe this is backward compatible with regular Wii games - is that ALL Wii games?

ETA: Slax, I just saw your links on good games for the Wii u, thanks.
All original Wii games should be compatible. If you already own a Wii, all of your existing Wiimotes and controllers should work there too. Saves a ton of money on having to buy new peripherals.

 
Should I bother transferring all the data - it says teh Wii will no longer have the data but everything will be on the WiiU - We are debating on starting fresh with game saves

 
Decided to go ahead and pick one up. Bought the Super Mario bundle and the kids love it. I'll probably grab Mario 3D World for their birthday.

If you have young kids, I think it's a solid purchase.

 
Decided to go ahead and pick one up. Bought the Super Mario bundle and the kids love it. I'll probably grab Mario 3D World for their birthday.

If you have young kids, I think it's a solid purchase.
Yep my kids got the same one this morning. They love it. I like playing as a helper on Super Mario on the gamepad. This is a decent console. We'll be picking up some old wii games for it too.
 
3d world is really cool, its just hard as the 2nd player on some spots without a thumb stick...

best part my daughter stairs at the gamepad, i changed tv twice now without her noticing

 
Jobber said:
We downloaded Super Metroid yesterday. Man I love this game.
Do you have a Xbox 360? If so, there's a game on the Live Arcade called Shadow Complex. Its basically Super Metroid set in modern day and you're a secret agent trying to infiltrate an underground base. Can't recommend it enough.

 
Jobber said:
We downloaded Super Metroid yesterday. Man I love this game.
Do you have a Xbox 360? If so, there's a game on the Live Arcade called Shadow Complex. Its basically Super Metroid set in modern day and you're a secret agent trying to infiltrate an underground base. Can't recommend it enough.
That and Castlevania: Symphony of the Night.

 
Jobber said:
We downloaded Super Metroid yesterday. Man I love this game.
Do you have a Xbox 360? If so, there's a game on the Live Arcade called Shadow Complex. Its basically Super Metroid set in modern day and you're a secret agent trying to infiltrate an underground base. Can't recommend it enough.
That and Castlevania: Symphony of the Night.
:goodposting: One of the greatest soundtracks ever.

 
wadegarrett said:
Premier said:
Wow Super Mario 3D is an amazing game. Especially with 4 people. Couldn't recommend it enough.
agree...frustrating as hell though when my kids jump ahead and I want to explore a little...

"WHERE ARE YOU GOING?!! GET BACK HERE!!!"
I played alot of this with my nephews ages 5 and 7 the last 3 days. I was stuck at my in-laws and this let me play video games and bond get on her family's good side at the same time!

It was fun trying to beat the levels but get one of them the crown, .

Many of the later levels were more challenging trying to give them the crown. I would have to set them up to get the green stars and stamps easily. Plus I would have to let them get all of the powerups as they are worth 1000 a piece.

This is the first really good game for the wii u. I hope they can make another one.

 
Finished up 3d World. Obviously need to go back and get all the stamps and Stars as we missed a bunch but we had enough to complete the game.

What a really good fun game. We enjoyed it greatly

 
It is kind of annoying you need the stars to advance. I was with my family all week and we could never get the 170 stars you need to advance. Got to 165 and had to go home. Oh well.

 
Well still playing 3dWorld some of these stars are impossible

Bonus world we made it to the end but are 19 Stars short :kicksrock:
 
Finished the game for all but one world.

there are 3 bonus worlds, plus a final world if you collect all green stars, stamps and gold flags

won't be getting that anytime soon
 
Yea we beat the game but don't feel motivated to go back and get the stars for the next bonus level. Never been into bonus levels. Just present the game as it should be played.

 
Finally gave in and bought one of these. Looking forward to Mario Kart 8.
Mario 3d world is a great gamedk country is ok
About to go pick up 3D World in a few minutes and will get DK Country tomorrow when it goes on sale for $40.
My daughter and I had so much fun with 3d world.we unlocked everything the only thing we have left to finish is the last secret world board. I won't spoil it. But it is impossible

 
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East Coast Bias said:
belljr said:
East Coast Bias said:
Finally gave in and bought one of these. Looking forward to Mario Kart 8.
Mario 3d world is a great gamedk country is ok
About to go pick up 3D World in a few minutes and will get DK Country tomorrow when it goes on sale for $40.
$40? Where is that?
Best Buy but I'll probably get a price match at Target.
 
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The old-schooler in me wants to think that you're missing a "Runner" when talking about 3D World.

 
It's fun but really hard. Jumping is ridiculous. Almost unfair.
protip..... Dixie helps a lot. Especially when you put her on your back
How do you get her? I just see the ones in the barrels you break.
Yes. ...single player? Make sure the Barrell is on dixie. At some point you can buy dixie barrels to equip....If you want a cheat. Start as 2 players pick dixie. Before you start a board...retire player 2. Dixie stays

 
It's fun but really hard. Jumping is ridiculous. Almost unfair.
protip..... Dixie helps a lot. Especially when you put her on your back
How do you get her? I just see the ones in the barrels you break.
Yes. ...single player? Make sure the Barrell is on dixie. At some point you can buy dixie barrels to equip....If you want a cheat. Start as 2 players pick dixie. Before you start a board...retire player 2. Dixie stays
Hmm. Good advice. Thanks. How do you pick Dixie? I've just been hitting it and somebody jumps out. (I just started playing last night)

 
It's fun but really hard. Jumping is ridiculous. Almost unfair.
protip..... Dixie helps a lot. Especially when you put her on your back
How do you get her? I just see the ones in the barrels you break.
Yes. ...single player? Make sure the Barrell is on dixie. At some point you can buy dixie barrels to equip....If you want a cheat. Start as 2 players pick dixie. Before you start a board...retire player 2. Dixie stays
Hmm. Good advice. Thanks. How do you pick Dixie? I've just been hitting it and somebody jumps out. (I just started playing last night)
when you approach the barrell. The color on the letters change. Dixie pink....Jr red.. and the old guy blue forget his name. You have to time it.
 
I might be punting on this game already. :lmao:

I spent two hours trying to beat the first boss (giant seal) and I just can't do it. All the crap he throws at you gets me every time.

I just don't have the patience to beat hard levels of a game like I used to.

 
I might be punting on this game already. :lmao:

I spent two hours trying to beat the first boss (giant seal) and I just can't do it. All the crap he throws at you gets me every time.

I just don't have the patience to beat hard levels of a game like I used to.
:lmao: barrell rolls are your friend. That boss is nothing compared to what's coming :lol:
 
I might be punting on this game already. :lmao:

I spent two hours trying to beat the first boss (giant seal) and I just can't do it. All the crap he throws at you gets me every time.

I just don't have the patience to beat hard levels of a game like I used to.
:lmao: barrell rolls are your friend. That boss is nothing compared to what's coming :lol:
That's my problem. I don't want to get hooked on a game I can't beat. I'm no gamer.

 
Yikes, had the DK game in the cart and took it out. I like my games like I like my women, colorful and easy (and sometimes with mustaches).

 
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