Author Topic: Gamecube Online (Read 11988 times)

alvinaloy · « **on:** March 27, 2004, 03:12:36 AM »

Firstly, I would like to apologise if this has already been posted somewhere else, but I didn't see it anywhere. And also if I'm breaking any rules here...

Anyway, Nintendojo has some scan of a magazine in France which spoke of Gamecube Online. See the scans here and here.

Similar images here.

Thanks to tenguman for translation here:

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Everyone wants Gamecube to support online gaming, but the Japanese company firmly refused to appease players and only allowed local area network gaming. Analysts thus predicted a death sentece, but with the success of Playstation Online, could you really blame them for predicting this? However, perhaps in part to spur sales of the GC, Nintendo is ready to show off their new plans at E3... ahead of the presentation of their new portable.

Nintendo of America is creating an online service to use with the broadband adapter. Not having any real experience in the networking field, they made an agreement with Gamespy which has many years experience in centralized servers used to join players for games on the Internet. Logitech, an unexpected 3rd player in this venture, will supplement the accessories used for communication. The result of this surprising triple alliance has been seen before with Xbox Live!...and it will have some things similar to Xbox Live.

The headset is like the Wavebird in that it is free from wires. The options are very close to Microsoft's service...it will be possible to have a list of friends, take part in vocal chats, or look up player's records. Some things are different from Microsoft's service. A large asset to Nintendo's online servce (which doesn't have an official name yet) will be the ability to play current LAN anabled games via <Tunneling> (well known to do-it-yourself'ers). This will give developers a way to offer an online mode for a lower cost and it would seem that Ubi Soft will be the first to use this online mode with the next Rainbow 6 and Splinter Cell Pandora Tomorrow. There is a slight possibility that you could use the GBA Player with this service as well. It would be then possible to simulate a GBA-link and play on the internet...practical for Pokemon games.

It's odd that Nintendo seems to have changed their opinion suddenly, especially since the Gamecube is near the end of its life and the N5 being around the corner. Perhaps this service will play a larger role for future generations? In any case, people will greet the effort of this new service. We will, however, need to wait until E3 to see the definitive version on Nintendo online....to know the pricing policy and especially if there are Killer Apps for the service on the way (Pokemon Online has been a rumor that keeps popping up, and Mario 128 could be a candidate).

As always in this kind of situation, I will quote my friend Clara Morgane: "Wet and Sex."

-ZePOULPE

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At the time of DICE, Nintendo has led us to think that online is not in their agenda, but we announce a change pre-E3. Is it still time for a revolution?

A simple interface, but functional.

Will Zelda Four Swords be playable online? A mystery.

The Logitech headset is ergonomic and it's undeniable that it will be wireless

Mario Kart Double Dash!! will finally leave the ghetto(?) that are LAN parties!

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"Ubi Soft doesn't seem to be the only company ready to support Nintendo online. A young company called Level of Detail will have an 4-player adventure game in the same vein as FF:CC but with real-time combat. Watch out Zelda-4 Swords!"

I'd just like to know if it's a very good hoax or is it an extremely good news for all Cube gamers?

SuperLink666 · « **Reply #1 on:** March 27, 2004, 06:46:20 AM »

Just read that http://forums.n-philes.com/showthread.php?s=&postid=561308#post561308 at that site. They are also saying its April Fools stuff... anyway why would Nintendo release this info to a magazine instead of holding a big press confirance like they do with every product..

thecubedcanuck · « **Reply #2 on:** March 27, 2004, 06:50:47 AM »

This topic will surely get Mouse Clickers shorts all in a bunch.

SuperLink666 · « **Reply #3 on:** March 27, 2004, 06:52:53 AM »

Man now that I read it again.. it seems more and more fake.. ability to play current LAN games through a Tunneling service?

And looking at Logitech website i seen pics exactly like that headset.. I think it was photo shopped

Chongman · « **Reply #4 on:** March 27, 2004, 07:21:51 AM »

that...just...sounds...fake...

but i can't helpe but be hopeful...because i'm dumb like that....*squeals like little girl*

geist online! pikmin 2 online! MK DD online! custom robo online! pokemon online! animal crossing 2 online! star fox online! mario 128 online! phantasy star no longer alone!

*drools* i'm happy with nintendo right now, but really...if they did this i'd spasm.

but yeah, we know its 99.9999999999% fake...so oh well

SuperLink666 · « **Reply #5 on:** March 27, 2004, 07:38:35 AM »

Yeah we all lost hope after Never Happening and other things that hyped us up. This would be great if it did happened we would all just be like WTF!!! THAT WAS TEH FAKE!!

Also would like to add, maybe that is why we are seeing the huge memory card coming out very soon.. to store info like Buddy Lists.. 250 blocks is fine for most people but 1000 is enough to store so much data..

mouse_clicker · « **Reply #6 on:** March 27, 2004, 07:46:10 AM »

Sounds like more of a "this would be cool" thing than a factual report. It's possible, but I doubt it.

Cubed: If you want to get into an argument with me over thise, be a bit more direct.

theRPGFreak · « **Reply #7 on:** March 27, 2004, 08:58:14 AM »

I really doubt this will happen. If they are going to do something like this, you'll see it on N5.

PaLaDiN · « **Reply #8 on:** March 27, 2004, 09:21:38 AM »

Why is there such an obsession with online?

It's not all it's cracked up to be. You'd think people would have figured this out by now.

SuperLink666 · « **Reply #9 on:** March 27, 2004, 09:33:32 AM »

What are you talking about Paladin, online offers so much replay value and the ability to play with anyone in the world. The competition on online games is so fierce everyone wants to be the best.

WuTangTurtle · « **Reply #10 on:** March 27, 2004, 10:06:49 AM »

and yet sometimes thats what makes the game no fun.......

I own Xbox live and i hardly use it ever!

ppl playing online are either really mean or have issues, some ppl are really cool but most competitive games will have too many video game jocks.

If online gaming is ever gonna really revoultionalize gaming it needs some more games that are not about direct competition.

Online RPGs would be a better route, Zelda, Pokemon. Enough with all the FPS.

SuperLink666 · « **Reply #11 on:** March 27, 2004, 10:44:58 AM »

You need to find a group of people to play with. I have a large group of people I play rainbow six 3 with and none are mean and just play for fun but are also really good. None cheat and all can host good servers so its great to have people to play with always..

John Cena · « **Reply #12 on:** March 27, 2004, 11:41:10 AM »

Hey i think its real because i am a pro on photoshop and my friends nor i can make anything like that head set so dont says its photoshop but hey lets see

thecubedcanuck · « **Reply #13 on:** March 27, 2004, 11:49:51 AM »

"Cubed: If you want to get into an argument with me over thise, be a bit more direct. "

LOL, I was only referring to your penchant for "online" discussions, nothing more.

SuperLink666 · « **Reply #14 on:** March 27, 2004, 01:24:17 PM »

If you didn't realise the headset isn't photoshopped.. its just taken from Logitech's website

If you look at the picture of the guy standing there with the GC online screen look.. the GC controller doenst look plugged in, there is no GC, he isnt wearing a headset and is in the 'Voice Chat' portion of the setup..

how odd

John Cena · « **Reply #15 on:** March 27, 2004, 01:53:15 PM »

i know but hey dont get excited and dont be bum nintendo might suprise us

John Cena · « **Reply #16 on:** March 27, 2004, 01:54:40 PM »

and oh yeah there is a cable below him and the gamecube doesnt have to be infront of the tv is can be anywhere ok

John Cena · « **Reply #17 on:** March 27, 2004, 01:58:31 PM »

Sorry for posting 3 times in a row but i was just on logitech.com and they have a PS2 USB Head Set what makes u think they wont make on for the Cube

theRPGFreak · « **Reply #18 on:** March 27, 2004, 02:23:05 PM »

"Why is there such an obsession with online? It's not all it's cracked up to be. You'd think people would have figured this out by now. "

Go play FFXl and then well talk

BlkPaladin · « **Reply #19 on:** March 27, 2004, 03:04:22 PM »

I have and its really not all that great. (It's not my cup of tea.)

DrZoidberg · « **Reply #20 on:** March 27, 2004, 04:20:24 PM »

if it lets me play pokemon online i'm all over it like a rash. i've wanted that since Pokemon Red / Blue

Draygaia · « **Reply #21 on:** March 27, 2004, 04:26:23 PM »

The only problem I have with Nintendo is the lack of online gaming. It really is great to have it. I'm serious. Just as long as it is free and easy to setup then I don't mind. Well another problem is that most of the online games I want to play are mainly on the computer. Maybe if they created a MMORPG or a Neverwinter Nights style kind of Zelda but not as complex then I would play consoles online more.

Chongman · « **Reply #22 on:** March 27, 2004, 05:02:20 PM »

Is it just me or is there a lot of nintendo rumors that are flying around the net as of late?

I hope there's some truth to them...if anything, gamecube is the most talked about console it seems :-P

The Omen · « **Reply #23 on:** March 27, 2004, 05:21:02 PM »

Well, call me a stupid ass optimist, but I think Nintendo have definite plans for online play. They're certainly not dumb enough to ignore a potential goldmine in the future. Whether this is real or fake, i'd say fake. But I do think they have some online games at E3 to show off. They'll start their online app. on GC, then carry it over to the N5, debuting with SSB

nline. Is there a quicker way to get 1 million Nintendo-ites online than Super smash bros? I think not....

Rich · « **Reply #24 on:** March 27, 2004, 06:15:50 PM »

I would love online for GameCube. My problem is that I dont have a lot of friends who have a Gamecube, so most of the time when my freinds come over they get discouraged because I beat them everytime and the blame the controller. Even on games like multiconsole games like Everything or Nothing, they complain about the controller. I would love to have some people to play with and who wont complain all the time.

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