Topic: Wii U - e3 is over... now what?

[nickmitch]

Seriously, though. I was kidding in my original post. Wasn't meant to be that serious.

However, everyone brought up great points.

[Caterkiller]

I checked the front page and sent in a tip just incase the word wasn't spread yet. But I was so excited to talk about it I had to post here. Just please stop fighting I won't do it again!!!

[Oblivion]

I'm not actually upset at anyone.

[NWR_insanolord]

Caterkiller is really good about sending in news tips. I have no problem with him also posting forum threads about the info. I understand that a lot of people get most of their news from the forums and don't read the front page, and while I wish you would, I realize that's probably not going to happen.

[azeke]

Yep.

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Also official gamepad battery and official wiimote battery and charger.

[Oblivion]

This is real? By Nintendo? And that battery better be better than the one it comes with.

[azeke]

This is real? By Nintendo?

http://www.nintendo.co.jp/wiiu/accessories/

And that battery better be better than the one it comes with.

2500 mAh, which translates to 5-8 hours, apparently.

[Oblivion]

Is that better than the one is comes with?

[Kytim89]

My biggest E3 prediction this year is that GTA V will be announced for the Wii U.

[azeke]

Is that better than the one is comes with?

Standard battery inside gamepad is ridiculously bad, it takes like an hour or two for gamepad to start flashing red.

Way to make wireless controller and to bind people to electric outlets and wires.

My biggest E3 prediction this year is that GTA V will be announced for the Wii U.

Eh. It's cool, but personally -- eh.

[Oblivion]

Is that better than the one is comes with?

Standard battery inside gamepad is ridiculously bad, it takes like an hour or two for gamepad to start flashing red.

No way. Mine lasts about 4.

[Adrock]

That's about right. I think Nintendo estimates the battery life between three to five hours. I wonder if Nintendo will release an even higher capacity battery in the future.

[pokepal148]

Caterkiller is really good about sending in news tips. I have no problem with him also posting forum threads about the info. I understand that a lot of people get most of their news from the forums and don't read the front page, and while I wish you would, I realize that's probably not going to happen.

i just get annoyed if its repeats of (insert game here) is not coming to the Wii U

also i like the idea of finally having official chargers for wii remotes but if individual remotes have to be charged on seperate outlets then nintendo, Nyko did it better(although i shouldnt test fate given that i have one of the few nyko chargers that work)

[nickmitch]

So, how long until Nintendo starts including these batteries with the actual controllers? Not that anyone should need Wiimotes.

[pokepal148]

So, how long until Nintendo starts including these batteries with the actual controllers? Not that anyone should need Wiimotes.

i honestly am debating getting three remote plus ones

[alegoicoe]

My biggest E3 prediction this year is that GTA V will be announced for the Wii U.

I also have a feeling that might be the case, that would be a great boost and one that nintendo shouldnt let it pass by like Bioshock and others.

[ymeegod]

E3's floor plan is up, and all three consoles manufactures are lineup up pretty much.  Sony has a few more SQ since it has multiple smaller booths again this year but the main booth is right across from Nintendo and kiddie corner to MS's main booth. :0.

Of course I just want to go for all those cosplay booth babes anyhow--fook the games :0.

[azeke]

With all recent news and rumours flying around i wish Nintendo addressed it and poked fun at them. Something like: "my name is reggie and i am angry... at gaming industry, at third party publishers but but especially at gamers". And then cue "kevin butler"-style inspirational tirade how Nintendo won't make you pay for online and playing used games.

Yeah... Not gonna happen. "Kicking ass" times are long gone...

[Enner]

Even with the "kicking ass" times, I can hardly recall moments where Nintendo PR or marketing has taken jabs at their competitors. Though I always wished they poked once or twice, it's best that they never do such things.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Games-Promotions/Nintendo+Experience/pcmcat303600050002.c?id=pcmcat303600050002&DCMP=rdr107939/

In-Store Demos
• Each store will use one existing Wii U demo station featuring four unreleased titles. Wait and gameplay times may vary according to store location. Best Buy and Nintendo will provide activities for consumers in line.

• Game titles will be announced in the morning on Tuesday, June 11. Check back on Tuesday morning for the final list and to confirm the store closest to you.

One station. Probably the Nintendo rep is driving in with only one demo disc. Also, the demonstration only lasts 4 hours on a Wednesday (6/12) and a Saturday (6/15). I'm fortunate to be near one of the stores. Still, I wish this preview was much bigger.

[NWR_insanolord]

Nintendo likes to pretend they don't have competitors unless they're in a position to gloat.

[Ceric]

Yeah...
Luckily Microsoft is trying to get rid of its lower half or this would have blown up social.
Limited Time, Limited Store, AND Only the ONE demo unit they have.

8 Hours lets be really conservative here and say you only get 5 minutes with the Demo.  That's
(Minutes Per Hour / Minutes on Demo Unit) * Hours of Operation = (60/5) * 8 = 96 People.  Their you go folks 96 lucky people.  Which gets worse if you extend the time to the more reasonable 10 Minutes it will half to 48 people.  Now lets say if everyone plays all 4 of the demos that would be only 24 and 12 people respectfully.

If Nintendo would have handled this like a Cube Club then each demo would have its own station so are equation looks like, well it always did, ((Minutes Per Hour / Minutes on Demo Unit) * Hours of Operation) * Number of Demo Units = ((60/5)* *4) = 384 People At the more reasonable 10 minute of Demo we are looking at  192 People.  If everyone plays all 4 Demos thats 96 and 48 respectively.

For the Smaller Best Buys I think the Numbers will be fine.  For the Bigger Best Buys I think there will be some disappointed people.  Actually if they use the 5 Minute number I think there will be near 100% disappointment. 

[azeke]

Sonic: Lost World runthrough

Game looks great.

[Caterkiller]

What I tell you? Sonic is actually controllable and he can turn naturally! This is a good sign, a very very good sign.

[Mop it up]

Hard to believe it's almost here again, it doesn't feel like it's been that long. I've got a lot riding on this, the shape of the new 3D Mario, Mario Kart, and Smash Brothers are going to determine when (or if) I buy a Wii U.

[EasyCure]

Hard to believe it's almost here again, it doesn't feel like it's been that long. I've got a lot riding on this, the shape of the new 3D Mario, Mario Kart, and Smash Brothers are going to determine when (or if) I buy a Wii U.

I can only imagine how you feel. sounds exciting!