Topic: The PrE3view: What We Expect at E3 2013

[bluelander]

With E3 fast approaching, we compile what we know and what we expect for Wii U and 3DS at this year's convention.

http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/feature/34417

It is that time of year once again, folks. In just one week from now, the fun, furore and festivities of the Electronic Entertainment Expo 2013 will get underway. As most of us already know, Nintendo has opted to scale back their media events, eschewing the usual massive, showy press conference in favour of several smaller presentations via their video format, Nintendo Direct.

Some people might have interpreted this move as a vote of no-confidence from The Big N, as if to say that they don't have enough software to merit a presence at E3. However, with the 3DS looking to sustain its current momentum and the Wii U in desperate need of momentum, this is a very important expo for Nintendo systems. 

As it turns out, there will actually be a lot of software for Nintendo platforms making an appearance, with more expected to make their public debut, so the NWR staff dug up all we could on the games, announced or unannounced. Join us over the next few days as we prepare for gaming's biggest show of the year as we examine the software on show. 

Let the hype train roll!

[Adrock]

I expect a very good first party showing. I'm more interested if Nintendo pulled a rabbit or two out of their hat and secured some big third party games like Grand Theft Auto V and Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. I would be very impressed if Nintendo convinced Konami of a (late) port of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 since David Cox already said no. I'd wait, especially since the end of this year is going to be insane in the membrane with jawesome games.

[noname2200]

I haven't really thought about it, but there are actually a lot of games in that list that I'm interested in, and will probably be picking up.

[mustbeburt]

I'm still predicting that the next 3D Mario will be a successor to Galaxy and will be called "Super Mario U-niverse"

[Kytim89]

I expect Sony ad Microsoft's presentations to be nothing more than glorified stand up comedy routines with Nintendo stealing the how and causing Wii U sales to spik 400%.

[pokepal148]

and causing Wii U sales to spik 400%.

that wouldn't take much...

[Mop it up]

I expect to see Wii U games.

I'm trying not to expect anything, I don't want to set myself up for stuff that doesn't happen or turn out how I want.

[EasyCure]

Damn not only am I really getting hyped but this preview makes me want to run out and by a 3DS right-fuckin-now!

[xcwarrior]

Damn not only am I really getting hyped but this preview makes me want to run out and by a 3DS right-fuckin-now!

There are already a ton of great games for the 3DS! Yes, go buy one!

And I just hope we get more than 3 surprise games, 1st or 3rd party. Retro will count as one, GTA would honestly be enough from 3rd party. And Nintendo need to pull something out of its hat.

And a bit surprised Wii Fit U was not listed. You guys really don't believe Johnny Metts crazy theory, do you?

[EasyCure]

I just never allow my handhelds to shine to the potential that they could. I have a DS and DSI, more games for it then I've had for any prior consoles, and only finished half of them. Some I haven't even played.. :/

[Soren]

Don't forget Scribblenauts Unmasked, they'll also be at E3!

[AnGer]

I for my part am going to jump into the freezing cold water of predictions and will state that Retro's new project will feature him: http://nintendo.wikia.com/wiki/Takamaru

Why? Well... he's been featured in two Wii games (Captain Rainbow and Samurai Warriors 3) and got his own section in Nintendo Land. That might mean nothing, but remember the last time Nintendo brought a character believed to be long gone back to a game? Remember Pit's return in SSB Brawl? He got his own game a few years later.

I for my part am excited about E3, but not in a sense that I expect a big surprise within the next few days. I'm excited just because it's E3.