Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on May 11, 2006, 06:55:37 AM
Quote
Originally posted by: Reuters
Microsoft sides with Nintendo in fight vs Sony
Thu May 11, 2006 2:25 PM BST
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp. <MSFT.O> sided with rival Nintendo Co. Ltd. <7974.OS> on Wednesday in the fight to unseat video game leader Sony Corp.<6758.T>, saying many consumers will choose to buy both of their machines for the price of one PlayStation 3.
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Sony aims to extend its market leadership with its upcoming PS3, while Nintendo plans to offer a new game machine called Wii in the fourth quarter.
"Tell me why you would buy a $600 PS3?" Peter Moore, a Microsoft vice president, said in an interview. "People are going to buy two (machines.) They're going to buy an Xbox and they're going to buy a Wii ... for the price of one PS3."
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Moore then turned pitchman for Nintendo's Wii, the latest offering from the Japanese company that once dominated the video game industry.
"People will always gravitate toward a competitively priced product -- like what I believe Wii will be -- with innovative new designs and great intellectual property like Mario, Zelda and Metroid," Moore told Reuters.
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"We have 100 percent market share of the next-generation, and their job is to take that from us," said Moore.
"When I think on everything that we've got going right now that is real versus what Sony promises to do six, seven months from now, obviously we feel very good about where we stand."
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"Quite frankly," said Moore, "if we're sitting here a year from now and things continue to fall flat, then we might say 'we don't know what to do anymore."
To me, it sounds like Microsoft is trying to grab ahold of Nintendo's coat tails so that they don't get left too far behind when Nintendo rockets themselves up to a 1st place position.
edit: quoting my post from later in this thread...
Quote
Originally posted by: BlackNMild2k1
Now Sony is claiming the Wii would be a perfect 2nd console to a PS3Quote
Originally posted by: GamePro.com
"I think Peter Moore is exactly right. I think Nintendo will be the second system consumers purchase after PlayStation 3."
"I haven't had a chance to check out the Wii myself, but intendo has a great history of innovation and has always done great things for gaming and long may they do so. But as it relates to our strategy they are very much in a different market."
"I know what Peter was getting at with his price point issue but he's not comparing apples to oranges. He's not even comparing the same kind of food products at all. It's clearly a case that PlayStation 3's price is justified by PlayStation 3's value. That's what consumers base their purchasing decisions on -- value."
Well now isn't this interesting.........
WiiS3 vs Wii60 ...... FIGHT!!
Either way Wii wins!
Its really funny to see both competitors fighting over who gets to be by Nintendo's side.......
Nothing can beat this sort of publicity & it didn't cost Nintendo a thing!!
edit 2:Quoting yet another post from later in the thread
Perrin Kaplan has responded......
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Originally posted by: BlackNMild2k1
Now it appears that Nintendo Jedi herself, Perrin Kaplan has something to say on the subject...QuoteSeems like she disagrees that Wii will just be a "perfect 2nd system" but would make more of a "perfect 1st system" instead
Originally posted by: Joystiq.com
Joystiq: So how do you think Connect24 is going to stack up against Xbox Live, which is the leading online gaming service, and then Sony's nascent service?
Perrin: We're all at the same show, but Nintendo is a really different company than the others. Our products are really, really different, and I would hesitate to even compare. There are different kinds of people that are interested in that. The hardcore gamer is going to have both [consoles]. So it's a very different focus. Our DS Wi-Fi, when we went created it as a free service -- which is something we really wanted to -- its growth was very fast. So we think we figured out the sweet spot for what works for us and for our consumers and we looked at it the same with the Wii console.
~
Joystiq: I find it interesting that you mentioned just a minute ago about the Xbox 360 and making a mild comparison. Earlier this week, Peter Moore said he thought that gamers would buy a Wii in addition to a 360.
Perrin: The hardcore gamers, the gamers that are their customers, they love to play and they will probably want our system and their system. I do think the casual gamers that we are expanding into will own only one, and it will be ours.
~
Joystiq: Do you feel that the systems are in any way complimentary?
Perrin: I think they could be. For a hard core gamer who really wants a plethora of ways to pick from, someone who really wants to spend a lot of time gaming.
Post by: Requiem of Darcness on May 11, 2006, 07:17:54 AM
Having Madden exclusive saved the PS2 launch in 2001 but they don't have that to save them this time around and at double the price they aren't not going to win the US and European markets. In fact I think that MS and Nintendo will battle for the #1 position in the US and Europe, with Nintendo taking Japan hands down. I think Sony will be third. I don't see the PS3 hitting a mass market price until 2008. Nintendo is launching at a mass market price and MS will most likely have the 360 at a mass market price next year.
Post by: capamerica on May 11, 2006, 07:25:00 AM
All I can wish for now is that MGS4 and FFXIII come to the Xbox360.
Its funny last gen MS really attacked Nintendo most of the time and didn't harp on Sony untill a year or so ago. Now their on Nintendo's side and are harping on Sony. Even thou I don't care much for MS. It kind of makes me happy seeing them do this.
Post by: attackslug on May 11, 2006, 07:36:02 AM
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on May 11, 2006, 07:52:27 AM
Since most of the Wii's games are exclusive in gameplay capabilities, it only make sense to add a Wii to your gaming combination:
Wii60 = $600+
PiiS3 = $800+
But everyone that picks up a Wii 1st, might not even consider another system.
If the immersion in gameplay is as great as it sounds, going back to playing similar games in a traditional way might not seem quite as fun anymore
WiiS Lite FTW
= $350
Post by: Requiem of Darcness on May 11, 2006, 08:03:12 AM
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Originally posted by: attackslug
MS will "harp" on whomever they percieve to be their biggest threat. they obviously don't see the Wii as something that will directly compete with the 360, either because they are not convinced that it will do well or because the roster of games appear to be very exclusive to the system and its hardware.
Actually, I think MS harps on who they perceive to be in the weakest position. They harped on Nintendo this gen because they were an easy target. Now Sony has made themselves an easy target.
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on May 11, 2006, 08:17:30 AM
From the re-designed Dual-Shock 3 (looks the same)
to the innovate motion controls (desperate attempt & loses rumble)
the many included extras (removal of mem ports & <dual>HDMI)
the unmatched graphical prowess (looks very similar to Xbox360)
and the valued $600 price tag (way too expensive)
With MS being the bully they are, this is like taking lunch money from the rich kid because he took candy from the baby....
j/k
Post by: PaLaDiN on May 11, 2006, 08:19:01 AM
And the guy has a point. I'm considering getting a 360 as well because of the PS3's price. I'm not sure why that makes sense but it kind of does.
Post by: Spak-Spang on May 11, 2006, 08:19:41 AM
Nintendo is going to make me go broke this year. I have a DS but with all the wonderful new DS games coming out I really want to pick up that extra special DS Lite.
My plan is to save up money and get a Nintendo Wii with 2 controllers and 2 launch games...picking two launch games will be the hardest thing I have ever done for this system...but it must be done.
That will put me up to
$250
$100 (Two Games)
$ 35 (Controler guessed price)
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$399.00 appr.
So for the price of an Xbox360 I could get much, much more.
For the price of a PS3 hmmm...
$250.00 (Wii)
$200.00 (Four Games)
$105.00 (3 Controllers)
$ 80.00 (4 Controller Shells)
------------------------------------
$ 635.00 (Alittle more than a PS3...but less than a PS3 and a Game.)
Post by: eljefe on May 11, 2006, 08:52:29 AM
All I need is four Wii remotes, four nunchaku, the system, and a game or two.
That's it
Post by: 18 Days on May 11, 2006, 09:00:16 AM
Post by: eljefe on May 11, 2006, 09:06:27 AM
Just read all of the reader comments: its a fascinating glimpse at the UK market. It not only seems to support Nintendo's '2nd console' strategy, but, almost nobody finished their statements without somehow mention Wii (some curious, some supportive, some baffled and off-put). I was surprised by how many people proudly and forthrightly said they were ONLY buying the new Nintendo system. The rest was split between Luddites advocating "real adventure outside" and "books", PC snobs touting "the ultimate games machine", and 360 fans saying PS3 is a waste but they'll get a Wii / PS3 fans downing the 360 but saying they're intrested in "that weird controller".
There was also a tiny subset who claim to be ready for full VR and see Nintendo as a bridge to that era. If you're bored read all of it. Nintendo might grab a bigger chunk of the UK games business than anyone imagined.
Post by: Requiem of Darcness on May 11, 2006, 09:08:31 AM
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Originally posted by: 18 Days
It's incredible to just see Moore speaking frankly for a change. Normally he's babbling incoherent crap but now he's speaking rationally.
Honestly, I think Moore is just dumbfounded by Sony's stupidity. I know I still am. I think Sony's ridiculous position caused him to drop the corporate speak because telling the honest truth about Sony would just make more sense at this point.
Post by: 18 Days on May 11, 2006, 09:30:22 AM
Post by: couchmonkey on May 11, 2006, 09:51:53 AM
Personally, I won't buy either system until their prices drop by at least $100. In fact if I bought anything, it would probably be a PS2.
Post by: Avinash_Tyagi on May 11, 2006, 11:01:12 AM
Post by: Requiem on May 11, 2006, 12:10:06 PM
I'll take this over any other combination. Portable and Console together.
Oh ya, the fact that they can communicate together is a major plus
Post by: TrueNerd on May 11, 2006, 12:23:14 PM
Post by: Frozen Atlantic on May 11, 2006, 12:34:03 PM
A VERY interesting development, and it'll be interesting to see if Reggie starts praising the 360. I doubt it, though. Nintendo's gotta be hoping for a SNES-like resurgence.
Post by: jasonditz on May 11, 2006, 01:18:59 PM
The 360 and the PS3 are tough to differentiate on features... the 360 and the Wii are clearly completely different animals with completely different propositions to make to the gamer. It's also possible that most of the "gamers" market that gets a Wii will later get a 360, or vice versa. The two systems offer such different experiences that its really not that hard to justify owning both if you're interested.
I could easily see myself having a 360 in the bedroom, and then having a Wii in the family room.
Post by: IceCold on May 11, 2006, 03:18:47 PM
I wonder if this makes the Rare N64 games more likely to appear on the VC.. Rare is already working on DS games.
Post by: Louieturkey on May 11, 2006, 07:25:14 PM
Post by: wandering on May 11, 2006, 10:44:10 PM
Yeah, I like this strategy. From a pratical stand-point, buying a 360 and Wii makes the most sense. From a personal stand point, I like to hear people sing Nintendo's praises. From both standpoints, Moore's comments make me feel more open to buying a 360, which I'm sure was the intent.
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on May 13, 2006, 06:08:16 PM
Quote
Originally posted by: GamePro.com
"I think Peter Moore is exactly right. I think Nintendo will be the second system consumers purchase after PlayStation 3."
"I haven't had a chance to check out the Wii myself, but intendo has a great history of innovation and has always done great things for gaming and long may they do so. But as it relates to our strategy they are very much in a different market."
"I know what Peter was getting at with his price point issue but he's not comparing apples to oranges. He's not even comparing the same kind of food products at all. It's clearly a case that PlayStation 3's price is justified by PlayStation 3's value. That's what consumers base their purchasing decisions on -- value."
Well now isn't this interesting.........
WiiS3 vs Wii60 ...... FIGHT!!
Either way Wii wins!
Its really funny to see both competitors fighting over who gets to be by Nintendo's side.......
Nothing can beat this sort of publicity & it didn't cost Nintendo a thing!!
Post by: PaLaDiN on May 13, 2006, 09:07:54 PM
Post by: wandering on May 13, 2006, 09:33:09 PM
Post by: SixthAngel on May 13, 2006, 11:18:22 PM
Post by: The Omen on May 14, 2006, 08:12:57 AM
It would not surprise me if MS took this idealogy all the way and supported the DS to beat down the PSP. Halo on the DS>? Fable?
Post by: Frozen Atlantic on May 14, 2006, 10:19:37 AM
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on May 14, 2006, 11:10:12 AM
Quote
Originally posted by: SixthAngel
Master Chief better move fast, Snake is already moving in and he got Samus to take off that power suit.
You fail at image size rules
Uh Oh...
Post by: Ceric on May 14, 2006, 12:15:29 PM
Post by: Athrun Zala on May 14, 2006, 12:42:11 PM
QuoteWell, MS lets Rare develop games for the GBA (and now DS as well).....how many games has MS released for PSP?
Originally posted by: The Omen
Lets not forget that MS and Nintendo's US headquarters are across the street from one another. A lot of those guys are friendly from what I've heard.
It would not surprise me if MS took this idealogy all the way and supported the DS to beat down the PSP. Halo on the DS>? Fable?
but I could see that, MS indirectly supporting Nintendo...(besides Moore's statement)
oh, and Sony's statement......well, Nintendo wins either way
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on May 14, 2006, 02:14:06 PM
Post by: Renny on May 14, 2006, 04:23:08 PM
Post by: eljefe on May 14, 2006, 04:30:39 PM
But neither is the Wii a just a kids’ toy. Its killer feature is the motion-sensitivity of its ‘Remote’ controller, which is central to its gaming experience rather than a last-minute addition like the PS3’s newly motion-sensitive handset. Unlike the PS3, the Remote also features a rumble pack. And, having used it, we can confirm that the Remote really does redefine the gaming landscape.
The graphics seem distinctly unimpressive – no better than Game Cube, in fact – but the gameplay more than made up for that fact.
The bottom line is that most serious gamers will want an Xbox or PS3. But if they’ve got any sense, they’ll get a tiny Wii to go alongside it. And plenty of non-gamers might be tempted too. Which means, despite the rather wet name, Wii could be a winner. "
...all from this fantastic article : http://www.stuffmag.co.uk/hotstuffarticle.asp?de_id=1679
The mainstream media seems to finally get it. The last paragragh is what relates to this topic.
Post by: GoldenPhoenix on May 14, 2006, 05:31:05 PM
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on May 15, 2006, 08:34:07 PM
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Originally posted by: Joystiq.com
Joystiq: So how do you think Connect24 is going to stack up against Xbox Live, which is the leading online gaming service, and then Sony's nascent service?
Perrin: We're all at the same show, but Nintendo is a really different company than the others. Our products are really, really different, and I would hesitate to even compare. There are different kinds of people that are interested in that. The hardcore gamer is going to have both [consoles]. So it's a very different focus. Our DS Wi-Fi, when we went created it as a free service -- which is something we really wanted to -- its growth was very fast. So we think we figured out the sweet spot for what works for us and for our consumers and we looked at it the same with the Wii console.
~
Joystiq: I find it interesting that you mentioned just a minute ago about the Xbox 360 and making a mild comparison. Earlier this week, Peter Moore said he thought that gamers would buy a Wii in addition to a 360.
Perrin: The hardcore gamers, the gamers that are their customers, they love to play and they will probably want our system and their system. I do think the casual gamers that we are expanding into will own only one, and it will be ours.
~
Joystiq: Do you feel that the systems are in any way complimentary?
Perrin: I think they could be. For a hard core gamer who really wants a plethora of ways to pick from, someone who really wants to spend a lot of time gaming.
Seems like she disagrees that Wii will just be a "perfect 2nd system" but would make more of a "perfect 1st system" instead
edit: I just had to add this picture...
Wii60 Family
Post by: Avinash_Tyagi on May 15, 2006, 10:07:44 PM
Quote
Originally posted by: BlackNMild2k1
Now it appears that Nintendo Jedi herself, Perrin Kaplan has something to say on the subject...Quote
Originally posted by: Joystiq.com
Joystiq: So how do you think Connect24 is going to stack up against Xbox Live, which is the leading online gaming service, and then Sony's nascent service?
Perrin: We're all at the same show, but Nintendo is a really different company than the others. Our products are really, really different, and I would hesitate to even compare. There are different kinds of people that are interested in that. The hardcore gamer is going to have both [consoles]. So it's a very different focus. Our DS Wi-Fi, when we went created it as a free service -- which is something we really wanted to -- its growth was very fast. So we think we figured out the sweet spot for what works for us and for our consumers and we looked at it the same with the Wii console.
~
Joystiq: I find it interesting that you mentioned just a minute ago about the Xbox 360 and making a mild comparison. Earlier this week, Peter Moore said he thought that gamers would buy a Wii in addition to a 360.
Perrin: The hardcore gamers, the gamers that are their customers, they love to play and they will probably want our system and their system. I do think the casual gamers that we are expanding into will own only one, and it will be ours.
~
Joystiq: Do you feel that the systems are in any way complimentary?
Perrin: I think they could be. For a hard core gamer who really wants a plethora of ways to pick from, someone who really wants to spend a lot of time gaming.
Seems like she disagrees that Wii will just be a "perfect 2nd system" but would make more of a "perfect 1st system" instead
edit: I just had to add this picture...
Wii60 Family
it's true Wii is the perfect 1st system (I'm getting the 360 after a couple of price drops, but the Wii at launch) That picture will give people nightmares
Post by: Blue Plant on May 15, 2006, 10:21:51 PM
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on May 15, 2006, 10:56:51 PM
Post by: ShyGuy on May 15, 2006, 11:23:27 PM
Post by: mantidor on May 16, 2006, 08:45:45 AM
its absolutely disturbing
Post by: Athrun Zala on May 16, 2006, 09:46:35 AM
that picture is brilliant!!
Post by: Hocotate on May 16, 2006, 01:18:38 PM
Post by: Requiem on May 16, 2006, 03:19:07 PM
...ahahahha
ahhahha
LOOK AT HIS FACE! hahahahah
Post by: nemo_83 on May 16, 2006, 10:10:51 PM
Post by: Arbok on May 16, 2006, 10:29:31 PM
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Originally posted by: nemo_83
...but maybe Nintendo and Microsoft are so confident that their consoles are so different that we could actually see something like Halo using the remote on 360 through the Wii.
Eh, I doubt they are going to go that far with this.
Post by: wandering on May 16, 2006, 10:39:27 PM
On the topic of Microsoft and Nintendo's "partnership", I read an interesting theory that Microsoft's real intention is to belittle the Wii by making people think the Wii can't stand on it's own. Humm.
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on May 16, 2006, 10:41:05 PM
Quote
Originally posted by: nemo_83
...but maybe Nintendo and Microsoft are so confident that their consoles are so different that we could actually see something like Halo using the remote on 360 through the Wii.
At best maybe something like Halo using the stylus on the DS as in Halo DS. or maybe some sort of deal with Nintendo to let Wifi capable Xbox 360's communicate with the DS and use the DS as a sort of tool or peripheral for 360 games(mirror for an F1 racing game
j/k), but thats as far as I can possibly see anything happening between the two companies.Post by: ThePerm on May 16, 2006, 10:47:02 PM
Post by: Avinash_Tyagi on May 17, 2006, 06:21:34 AM
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Originally posted by: wandering
Picture was brilliant.
On the topic of Microsoft and Nintendo's "partnership", I read an interesting theory that Microsoft's real intention is to belittle the Wii by making people think the Wii can't stand on it's own. Humm.
Well regardless of his intentions its made the wii look good to the public, also Nintendo themselves admitted they expected/wanted the Wii to be the 2nd console for most hardcore gamers, so i don't think they care, the thing is if Nintendo is owned by most of the Sony and MS fans and also owned by ninty fans and casuals and non-gamers, well suddenly the number two console, becomes the number one console, its like a viral attack
Post by: couchmonkey on May 18, 2006, 06:14:31 AM
I'm thinking of taking the day off to buy a few PS3s and sell them on Ebay. If I make enough money, I might keep one. However, given the price, I'm reconsidering that idea...too much risk even though I'm pretty sure I'd make a profit.
If I don't do that I may eventually consider buying an Xbox 360, but not until the price drops.
Post by: Avinash_Tyagi on May 18, 2006, 01:41:33 PM
Not touching Sony with a ten foot pole.
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on May 18, 2006, 01:47:33 PM
Forget the 2 console crap. I should buy a laptop.
Post by: Avinash_Tyagi on May 18, 2006, 01:48:29 PM
Post by: Frozen Atlantic on May 19, 2006, 07:23:10 AM
Post by: Kairon on May 19, 2006, 07:53:17 AM
I'm basically trying to spend the smallest percentage of my money on hardware as possible and the highest percentage on where it counts: games.
Or maybe I'm just a one console guy, much like I'm a one-char person in MMOs and am physically incapable of creating, playing, or even thinking about playing an alt.
~Carmine M. Red
Kairon@aol.com
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on May 19, 2006, 08:42:07 AM
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Originally posted by: Frozen Atlantic
Who's playing Uncle Fester?
Uncle Fester = J. Allard
Kairon: I'm a one console person too, I can't see my self owning two systems (especially @ atleast $600) just to play games. If I pick the wrong system and can't play some of the games I want, then I'll just have to convince a friend to buy the other system, then I can goto that friends house and play those other games.
I don't own an HDTV (yet
) and I'm happy with standard DVD for movies (for now) so I can't justify a $600 purchase just to play games (that I don't play all that often), and that $600 isn't even including a game.
Post by: jasonditz on May 19, 2006, 11:20:56 AM
Oblivion is the only game I can see myself paying $60 for. PD Zero might be a buy if it gets into some "greatest hits" kind of situation.
Post by: Kairon on May 19, 2006, 02:29:27 PM
Quote
Originally posted by: jasonditz
I'm considering a 360, but there are very few games that interest me that much. I do a lot of multiplayer sports gaming, and I'm skeptical how well certain games are going to translate to wiimote (like basketball)
Oblivion is the only game I can see myself paying $60 for. PD Zero might be a buy if it gets into some "greatest hits" kind of situation.
And Oblivion you can get on PC...if you're PC is at least 2 ghz and has a decently up-to-date graphics card.
~Carmine M. Red
Kairon@aol.com
Post by: Hocotate on May 19, 2006, 04:03:41 PM
LOL I have a hard time believing he actually wrote that...
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on May 19, 2006, 07:48:11 PM
Post by: wandering on May 20, 2006, 01:16:31 AM
Quote
Originally posted by: Kairon
I have this psychological block that keeps me from buying two systems (as well as an econimical block). I mean, seriously, why shell out $200+ dollars when you can buy 4 actual games with that? MGS4 so far is the only PS3 game I'm really interested in, but there's no way I'm paying more than $10 0just for one game, let alone $650.
I'm basically trying to spend the smallest percentage of my money on hardware as possible and the highest percentage on where it counts: games.
Or maybe I'm just a one console guy, much like I'm a one-char person in MMOs and am physically incapable of creating, playing, or even thinking about playing an alt.
~Carmine M. Red
Kairon@aol.com
I think for me, a good rule is to divide the cost of the system by the number of games you want for that system. A $200 system with 20 games I want is worth it, because that comes to about $60 a game. So a ps2, for example, would be more than worth a purchase right now. An Xbox 360, though, really isn't...even if there was 20 games that I wanted, they would cost $75 each. Maybe that'll change eventually.
Post by: Hocotate on May 20, 2006, 02:09:23 AM
When it comes down to it, I just won't accept Sony or Microsoft in the gaming industry. It just doesn't feel right having these non-gaming focused, big electronics companies trying to throw their money around.
All would be right with the world if it was between Nintendo, Sega, and maybe either Atari or SNK... or somebody like that.... *sigh* imo Nintendo is all there is left in the console business. I WANT THE GOLDEN AGE OF GAMING TO BE RESTORED!!!
/end fanboyism
Post by: IceCold on May 20, 2006, 09:15:37 AM
Post by: jasonditz on May 20, 2006, 11:11:53 AM
Quote
Originally posted by: KaironQuote
Originally posted by: jasonditz
I'm considering a 360, but there are very few games that interest me that much. I do a lot of multiplayer sports gaming, and I'm skeptical how well certain games are going to translate to wiimote (like basketball)
Oblivion is the only game I can see myself paying $60 for. PD Zero might be a buy if it gets into some "greatest hits" kind of situation.
And Oblivion you can get on PC...if you're PC is at least 2 ghz and has a decently up-to-date graphics card.
~Carmine M. Red
Kairon@aol.com
Nope, mine's a Mac.
Post by: KDR_11k on May 20, 2006, 11:36:28 AM
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Post by: couchmonkey on May 24, 2006, 07:04:01 AM
In spite of all that, the only likely reason for me to buy a second system is if Wii pulls a Nintendo 64 on me. I guess I kind of agree with Kairon: why would I want to spend $400 or even $200 on new hardware when I can buy several games instead?
Post by: nemo_83 on May 26, 2006, 03:43:41 AM
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on May 26, 2006, 09:05:53 AM
every pic, gif & video that is wii60 related
Remember the days when every fan boi only defended on system?
Its kinda funny how many multi-system fan bois there are after E3 2006
Nemo, you should check out the link above, cause wii60.net is sorely lacking in content
Post by: couchmonkey on May 27, 2006, 10:48:16 AM
Problem with his comment on the Sidewinder is, THIS is why Nintendo is in the hardware business. It can push a new concept to the public in such a way that the only way to ignore it is to not consider Nintendo at all. With the Sidewinder, it's just another faceless PC accessory that probably only worked with a few Microsoft games. With the remote, if you own a Wii, you will use it.
As for comments on moving around and stuff, may turn out to be true, only time will tell. Sounds like excuses to me.
Post by: Syl on May 27, 2006, 11:21:40 AM
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Originally posted by: nemo_83
Is it sad that this picture actually gave me a few ideas for my next tattoo?
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on May 27, 2006, 01:05:36 PM
QuoteActually.....yes, yes it is
Originally posted by: SylQuote
Originally posted by: nemo_83
Peter Moore Tattooed
Is it sad that this picture actually gave me a few ideas for my next tattoo?
Post by: nemo_83 on May 27, 2006, 09:43:35 PM
they're out to save the world from bad videogames
Post by: Syl on May 28, 2006, 07:36:24 AM
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Originally posted by: nemo_83
IMAGE SIZE OVER 100K FAILURE
they're out to save the world from bad videogames
Even further off topic: SiN Episodes Emergance actually had a spoof of that in-game.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v404/Sylaran/Game%20Screens/Sin06.jpg
Anyway, i guess in the minds of microsoft/sony, getting the Wii won't hurt them as much as getting a "competing" console, this is exactly what nintendo wanted. The downside is that i'm going to be required to get a 360 or PS3 in order to play some of the games I want to play. I wish most of them would come to PC, but i know that for platformers and action based titles and such, Mouse/keyboard isn't the best option. (Even if the Xbox360 controller works wonderfully on PC)
ah, such is life.
