Wii Fit Plus, which will be released in the fall, will have more precise weighing options and the ability to compare stats and progress with friends online.
According to the article, the new Mario title will be released later this year. Unfortunately, no platform or further information was specified. Translation thanks to James Charlton
Hopefully the Mario title the article does not refer to is the new Mario & Sonic game. :-\
Otherwise... I'm all up for both a new Galaxy/NSMB and a sequel to Wii Fit!
Its not gonna be another Mario Platformer on Wii and its definitely not a sequel to NSMB.
NSMB is still charting in all the major regions therefore ruling that one out.
& while its more likely that its for Wii, its also more likely that it is a Mario Party title w/ M+ support.
Just my unprofessional opinion though
Pokemon Platinum wasn't a new game though, it was just Diamond and Pearl with some minor changes (like Emerald, Crystal and Yellow were).
To my understanding WiiFit+ is an extension to WiFit, and you would have needed to buy WiiFit to play WiiFit+ anyway, so really that is a horrible example.Pokemon Platinum wasn't a new game though, it was just Diamond and Pearl with some minor changes (like Emerald, Crystal and Yellow were).
Exactly my point.
If the upgrade to an existing, best selling game can still be released and be successful why not a sequel to a still charting game?
As another example, Wii Fit is still the best selling Wii title on the market. And Nintendo is making a follow up to it.
I bet Nintendo will release Wii Fit Plus in 2 SKUs, standalone and with balance board.If that were to happen I would bet WiiFit+ also has a multi player mode requiring 2 balance boards, so you would still need WiiFit to enjoy it.
To my understanding WiiFit+ is an extension to WiFit, and you would have needed to buy WiiFit to play WiiFit+ anyway, so really that is a horrible example.Pokemon Platinum wasn't a new game though, it was just Diamond and Pearl with some minor changes (like Emerald, Crystal and Yellow were).
Exactly my point.
If the upgrade to an existing, best selling game can still be released and be successful why not a sequel to a still charting game?
As another example, Wii Fit is still the best selling Wii title on the market. And Nintendo is making a follow up to it.
The NSMB issue is a matter of do I buy Super Mario Bros. 3 since everyone has been ranting and raving about it or buy Super Mario World the new adventure. Does Nintendo basically nueter the NSMB wave and hop onto the NSMB2 wave, or ride out NSMB to thebankshore first.
I mean we all know that NSMB is like the #1 selling non bundled game of forever right now, but why would you cut short the ridiculously high record the game is obviously gonna set in favor of selling a sequel when the original is still selling?
I bet Nintendo will release Wii Fit Plus in 2 SKUs, standalone and with balance board.If that were to happen I would bet WiiFit+ also has a multi player mode requiring 2 balance boards, so you would still need WiiFit to enjoy it.
"i match your call and raise you 3 white chips" /tonysinclairwithmartiniglass.jpg
Am I the only one who believes that both games could exist in the market without one game cutting the profits of the other game in half?I think the same. This isn't something like Madden Football, both games would be unique and worth owning.
Who says you can only have one Balance board on a system? & Bluetooth can register 7 items at a time, so that would still leave room for 2 BB's and 2 Wiimotes (w/ M+).I bet Nintendo will release Wii Fit Plus in 2 SKUs, standalone and with balance board.If that were to happen I would bet WiiFit+ also has a multi player mode requiring 2 balance boards, so you would still need WiiFit to enjoy it.
"i match your call and raise you 3 white chips" /tonysinclairwithmartiniglass.jpg
Impossible, a Wii can only have 1 balance board registered per system. I think that the balance board also takes up 2 controller slots (4 is visible and 3 is invisible).
Am I the only one hoping that this is a Galaxy sequel?Besides that game fell off the charts many months ago, so a sequel would be a good thing.
That game was perfect in my eyes. Why wouldn't you want a sequel?
Am I the only one hoping that this is a Galaxy sequel?I would like that too but it isn't what I am expecting because of how soon it is. I'm also hoping it is something for Wii but I have a feeling it is for the DS.
That game was perfect in my eyes. Why wouldn't you want a sequel?
Too soon?It's been two years. Plus only the NES has had more than one Mario platformer (Yoshi's Island on SNES doesn't count) so unfortunately the odds are pretty slim.
It's been 3 years. Not only that, but Galaxy's engine is begging to be used again.
Assuming a reasonable price, how likely are you to purchase a sequel to Super Paper Mario or ask for it as a gift? Please use a scale from '1' to '7,' where '1' means you would 'Definitely not purchase a sequel' and '7' means you would 'Definitely purchase a sequel,' and '4' would be neutral or undecided.
How would people feel about a Super Paper Mario 2?Quote from: Nintendo SurveyAssuming a reasonable price, how likely are you to purchase a sequel to Super Paper Mario or ask for it as a gift? Please use a scale from '1' to '7,' where '1' means you would 'Definitely not purchase a sequel' and '7' means you would 'Definitely purchase a sequel,' and '4' would be neutral or undecided.
Some people are also trying to pass off rumors to get peoples hopes up.
like, a Mario game where he keeps getting lost in other Nintendo games (like Captian Ranbow? or Captian Rainbow with Mario edited in?)
or a Re-envisioning of SMB3, since you know remakes/reboots are all the rage these days in games & movies.
Regardless of what it is, I'm betting its for the Wii to help boost sluggish Wii sales in Japan.
Nintendo planning a new Wii Fit this Fall.
Nintendo is aiming to announce a new Wii Fit this fall. Making use of network functionalities, you'll be able to compete with distant friends or family members in weighting or health "competitions". The measurement of the weight or the center of gravity will be improved compared to the current version. The second half of the year will also see the release of a new entry in the popular "Mario" game series. Their aim is to support the decelerating sales of the Wii video game console.
Wii Fit is a game that uses the "balance board" to measure your weight or center of gravity, allows you to train your muscles, practice yoga, maintain your balance, exercise your oxygenation, and forge you body. Supported by non-gamers throughout the world, it has sold more than 18 million copies to date.
Nintendo planning a new Wii Fit this Fall.
They aim to support the slowing sales of the Wii video games console.
Wii Fit is a game that uses the "balance board" to measure your weight or center of gravity, allows you to train your muscles, practice yoga, maintain your balance, exercise your oxygenation, and forge you body. Supported by non-gamers throughout the world, it has sold more than 18 million copies to date.
The new "Wii Fit Plus" game will now allow you to compare your body weight or health with friends and distant family members, thanks to an added online functionality. Additionally, improved measurement capabilities will allow for a better health control. Special exercises aimed at aged people, and destined to lower their body charge, will also be added.
Due to lack of hit Wii games in the first half of the year, domestic sales of the console have been somehow worsening. Because of the strong feeling that North American sales did reach a peak last year, it has been evocated that there was a demand for new software releases.
Quote from: Nikkei ShinbumNintendo planning a new Wii Fit this Fall.
They aim to support the slowing sales of the Wii video games console.
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Due to lack of hit Wii games in the first half of the year, domestic sales of the console have been somehow worsening. Because of the strong feeling that North American sales did reach a peak last year, it has been evocated that there was a demand for new software releases.
I wish we could get a NSMB2 based on Super Mario Bros 2 (USA) I want to see the triumphant return of King Wart and Birdo to go back to being a bad guy. Gal. Person. Thing.
How would people feel about a Super Paper Mario 2?I found Super Paper Mario to be pretty "meh" so I wouldn't want to see a sequel. If there is another Paper Mario game then I'd hope it is an RPG like the first two, although I kind of hope they move away from the paper style because it seems like an excuse to have poor graphics. That was excusable on the Nintendo 64 because that system was pretty limited, but now it's getting ridiculous.
Issun, the reason it would be bad is because the new one would kill off sales of the old one.I don't buy that. Your analogy doesn't work because you used a system as an example rather than a game. It isn't like Super Mario Galaxy is the end-all, be-all of Mario games or else people wouldn't be downloading all of the ones on the Virtual Console. Mario platformers aren't like Madden Football and Guitar Hero where every game is essentially the same, each one is unique. If a New Super Mario Brothers 2 were released, all those who have the original would likely be interested in it, and all those who bought the sequel would probably get the first one too if they liked it.
I wish we could get a NSMB2 based on Super Mario Bros 2 (USA) I want to see the triumphant return of King Wart and Birdo to go back to being a bad guy. Gal. Person. Thing.I like the idea of a new Super Mario Brothers 2/USA, but not one that involves Birdo as an enemy. SMB2 was the only game where Birdo was really an enemy and he was probably more just misguided... and the whole game was passed off as a dream anyway so it makes it really difficult to explain canonically. Adorable creatures aren't evil.
How about a SMRPG2, PaperMario3, or NSMB2Wii?How would people feel about a Super Paper Mario 2?I found Super Paper Mario to be pretty "meh" so I wouldn't want to see a sequel. If there is another Paper Mario game then I'd hope it is an RPG like the first two, although I kind of hope they move away from the paper style because it seems like an excuse to have poor graphics. That was excusable on the Nintendo 64 because that system was pretty limited, but now it's getting ridiculous.
Actually the analogy worked really well. Releasing a sequel too soon will make the original look and therefore cap off potential sales.Issun, the reason it would be bad is because the new one would kill off sales of the old one.I don't buy that. Your analogy doesn't work because you used a system as an example rather than a game. It isn't like Super Mario Galaxy is the end-all, be-all of Mario games or else people wouldn't be downloading all of the ones on the Virtual Console.
Adorable creatures aren't evil.(http://i44.tinypic.com/1zvsu8p.jpg)
How about1. Awesome
1. SMRPG2
2. PaperMario3
3. NSMB2Wii?
Actually the analogy worked really well. Releasing a sequel too soon will make the original look and therefore cap off potential sales.I disagree, that's like comparing apples to oranges, or maybe something less cliché. New systems are designed to replace old ones but new games usually aren't. Again I ask, does Super Mario Galaxy make Super Mario 64 or any other Mario game less special? Those older games' existence on the Virtual Console would say no.
You say you're gonna release WiiHD this fall, you might as well pull all the existing Wiis off the shelves right now, because only the uninformed would buy it.
C'mon, that thing is ugly.QuoteAdorable creatures aren't evil.http://i44.tinypic.com/1zvsu8p.jpg
It bothers me that Mario had a dream involving Birdo.I don't like where you are going with that thought...
I wouldn't mind seeing a new 2D Mario on Wii. I do hope they make one with old school graphical styles though. Playing WarioLand really made me want a Mario platformer without all that fancy 3D jazz.It would be pretty great but the chances seem slim. Playing Super Paper Mario really makes me want a 2D Wii Mario game that's actually good.
How can be they "still building a new engine for it" GP? Wouldn't it have made sense to make the engine in parallel with Toiletries Princess?
Borrow Retro's one and get on with it.
How can be they "still building a new engine for it" GP? Wouldn't it have made sense to make the engine in parallel with Toiletries Princess?
Borrow Retro's one and get on with it.
Maybe, but most indications are they didn't yet start on the next Zelda until after Twilight Princess was released.
I really doubt they'd make a 2D NSMB2 for Wii, that wouldn't have nearly the selling power as a fully 3D game (it works fine on DS but when you are talking about a console, not sure that is going to fly).I think the only way it would work if it was through WiiWare (but 330 blocks or so isn't enough, is it?).
330 blocks is about 41.25 Megabytes or 330 Megabits. Most DS games only go up to 256 Megabits (although ASH: Archaic Sealed Heat used a 2 Gigabit card). The first NSMB uses a 64 Megabit card. A sequel could fit on WiiWare if they wanted to put one on there.But what about the HD textu... ahaha just kidding.
Am I the only one hoping that this is a Galaxy sequel?
That game was perfect in my eyes. Why wouldn't you want a sequel?
Due to lack of hit Wii games in the first half of the year, domestic sales of the console have been somehow worsening.
I really doubt they'd make a 2D NSMB2 for Wii, that wouldn't have nearly the selling power as a fully 3D game.
LOL, it could be New Play Control! Super Mario Sunshine! I know some people were wanting a remake/sequel of that with Wii functionality.
LOL, it could be New Play Control! Super Mario Sunshine! I know some people were wanting a remake/sequel of that with Wii functionality.
That's an evil thought. Evil, I tell you! Cruel in unimaginable ways. I'm glad you don't work for Nintendo. :o
I don't think the water cannon was a gimmick.yes it was.
Sunshine was flawed because it was rushed out the door. Nintendo realized this was a massive mistake, which is why Galaxy was flawless. Having a FLUDD device is mostly "meh" to me. It doesn't add to the gameplay, but it doesn't take away alot either. It's just take it or leave it.
Gimmicks like new items are okay, if they don't make Mario death proof, like Pro put it. IE the Mushroom items from Galaxy.
I think a gimmick is bashing Sunshine! Take that
In contrast both Twilight Princess and Mario Galaxy took a while to get released and both saw significant improvements over their predecessors.Mario Galaxy, yes.
Quote from: pap64In contrast both Twilight Princess and Mario Galaxy took a while to get released and both saw significant improvements over their predecessors.Mario Galaxy, yes.
I think I'm the only user here that hates Twilight Sellout with an absolute passion. It's formulmatic, the storyline is overly lame in the second half and the Wolf Link element is so freaking useless. What the hell, are Nintendo's whiny fanboys really this shallow to love that crap? Mario Galaxy, on the other hand, is a masterpeice of imagination. Nintendo wasn't pandering to their whiny fanbase on this game, and it shows.
If they did, it would've been a carbon copy of Mario 64.
The thing that hurts TP isn't its story or its formula. It's the fans. If TP was your first and only game experience, you would treasure it like I do.TP was my first true Zelda experience. I played LoZ on NES for a while back then, but I never got into it. I think the game's amazing, but I hope for a new Zelda where orchestral music is used.
You're new around here, aren't you? :pFairly... =P
I personally loved the game but agree about its flaws. What's ironic is that the game seems to have been made to please the fanbase and now very few like it.Nintendo or the fanbase? ;D
Yet, when Nintendo decides to ignore them they are being arrogant and selfish.
debate that pales any debate regarding who shot who first in Star Wars or who was the best Captain in Star Trek.
