Nintendo E3 2011 Press Conference - Wii U, Luigi's Mansion 2, Smash Bros. Wii U/3DS

[Cao Cao]

E3 2011: June 6-9

The major press events are listed below, for reference:
Microsoft Press Conference - Monday, June 6th 9:30am PDT <World Clock (http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?month=6&day=6&year=2011&hour=9&min=30&sec=0&p1=137)> Sony Press Conference - Monday, June 6th 5:00pm PDT <World Clock (http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?month=6&day=6&year=2011&hour=17&min=0&sec=0&p1=137)> Nintendo Press Conference - Tuesday, June 7th, 9:00am PDT (6am HST, 8am AKDT, 10am MDT, 11am CDT, 12PM EDT) <World Clock (http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?month=6&day=7&year=2011&hour=9&min=0&sec=0&p1=137)>
EA - Monday, June 6th 12:30pm PDT <World Clock (http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?month=6&day=6&year=2011&hour=12&min=30&sec=0&p1=137)>
Ubisoft - Monday, June 6th 2:30pm PDT <World Clock (http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?month=6&day=6&year=2011&hour=14&min=30&sec=0&p1=137)>

The time is getting close, as E3 2011 will begin next week! The schedule of events is slightly different from last year, as Sony moves their event to Monday evening instead of their usual Tuesday afternoon timeslot. Like last year, Nintendo's event is slotted for 2 hours, though they used most of the second hour to let attendees view the 3DS up-close. Of course, the major news at this year's conference will be the reveal of Project Cafe, Nintendo's home console successor with a potentially interesting twist on the controller side of things. Of course, there should be news and game announcements for the 3DS, Wii, and DS at the conference, especially since rumors point to a 2012 release for Cafe.

Streams, Liveblogs, and E3 pages
Official Nintendo Stream (http://e3.nintendo.com/)
- Yes, Nintendo is running an official stream of the press conference again, and it's usually a good quality stream.

GameSpot's stream (http://e3.gamespot.com/press-conference/nintendo-e3/)
- Gamespot's streams are good, though they sometimes suffer when subject to heavy traffic.

IGN (http://www.ign.com/events/e3)
- IGN used Youtube last year to host their streams, and so far, the E3 page over at Youtube has not been updated for 2011, so the streams may be hosted on IGN this year.
GameTrailers (http://www.gametrailers.com/e3/)
- GameTrailers had a good set of streams last year, really nice quality, though like GameSpot, their reliability may suffer when subject to heavy traffic.

1UP (http://www.1up.com/e3/)
G4TV (http://www.g4tv.com/e3-2011/)
- 1up and G4 usually host their online streams on outside streaming sites like Justin.tv or Ustream. Of course, you can always catch the conferences on television, with G4 showing the Sony, Nintendo, and Ubisoft conferences, and SpikeTV showing the Microsoft and EA conferences.

GamePro (http://www.gamepro.com/article/news/219973/nintendo-e3-2011-press-conference/)
- Never tried GamePro's streams, but it looks like they're using NowLive.

Speculatotron
(Actually, since I haven't been keeping up with rumors, this will lean more towards games that have already been announced for other regions)

- Project Cafe (AKA Wii 2, Wii HD), Nintendo's new console is going to be unveiled at their E3 press conference. Normally, I'd compile the various rumors that have popped up, but Cheesemeister over at NeoGAF has already done that, so check out that topic (http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=27727884&postcount=1).
- But for those who want the short version: HD graphics, dual-analog controller with a built-in touchscreen and motion and pointer abilities, and backwards compatibility.

- 3DS games announced at previous events should get a showing this year, so expect 3DS titles like Kid Icarus, Animal Crossing, Mario Kart, Paper Mario, Super Mario, Star Fox, etc.
- 3DS potential third-party notables: Dragon Quest Heroes Rocket Slime 2/3, Phoenix Wright vs. Professor Layton, Cubic Ninja, Crush3D, Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater 3D, Mega Man Legends 3, Shin Megami Tensei Devil Survivor Overclocked, .
- DS titles rumored or announced for other regions: Professor Layton and the Last Specter (Trademarked, very likely), Solatorobo (Already announced for Europe), AAI: Miles Edgeworth 2 (Released in Japan), Shin Megami Tensei Devil Survivor 2 (Announced for Japan), Atsumete! Kirby (The multi-Kirby game)
- Wii titles rumored, shown at past events, or announced for other regions: Xenoblade Chronicles (Announced for Europe), The Last Story (Rumored for Europe), Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword (Yeah, it's definitely showing up here), Kirby Wii (Already announced for Japan, it's Kirby in the classic style), Rhythm Heaven Wii (Announced for Japan), Pandora's Tower (Announced for Japan), Wii Play Motion (Already announced for US).

- Might as well mention some old rumors/announcements, since Nintendo brought Kirby Wii out of limbo: Pikmin 3 (Platform still unknown), Dragon Quest X (Originally announced for Wii, but platform may change; probably won't be mentioned at E3), Metroid "from the Space Pirates' perspective" (A blurb from an old web page, IIRC we never did learn what this meant). There's also something allegedly happening for Zelda's 25th anniversary, though that could end up just being another collection.
- And it might be worth remembering the outside studios that are not working on some imminent release, since they might have started work on unannounced titles: Retro (Donkey Kong Country Returns), Monster Games (Pilotwings Resort), Next Level Games (Last worked on Punch-out for Nintendo, currently developing the Captain America game).

[cochesecochese]

My body is re-

...all I want is Pikmin 3. If it shows, with a release date, I will be pleased. Don't care about which platform it's on.

Layton release date, DQX, Rhythm Heaven Wii and Animal Crossing/Paper Mario 3DS are just icing on the cake for me.

[Corvin]

+1 on Pikmin 3, but at this point, I'd rather see it on the new console in HD. Imagine a living, breathing, lush garden to explore with Olimar in full HD. :drool:

I still wouldn't mind seeing a Luigi's Mansion 2 for Wii. LM is basically the ONLY franchise Nintendo had that actually made sense for the Wiimote. They dropped the ball on that one. :lol:

[Sir_Fragalot]

I realized there is one thing and only one thing I want out of this press conference.

News of Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime 3 being released state side.

I am already buying Project Cafe, I own a 3DS, I am going to buy any good Nintendo published game.

All I want is that news because Rocket Slime is probably my favorite DS game out there.

[Scorch]

Any interest in a CAG chat while it's going on?

[Strell]

26 hours to go.

I'm game for chat.

[cochesecochese]

Yeah, let's do a chat. The rest of the internet is gonna be down anyways.

[Scorch]

26 hours to go.

I'm game for chat.

Oh crap. I thought it started today. I'm way off schedule.

Regardless, I will be using the same chat for E3 stuff - Click here (http://www.tinychat.com/E3CAG).

[dothog]

I'll be tuned in...please repost the link to chat tomorrow.

I'm looking forward to experiencing, at long last, the Mother characters and Geno from SMRPG in glorious HIGH DEFINITION.

[The 7th Number]

Im looking forward to the new system reveal. With sony and MS going move and kinect crazy, it would be funny to see nintendo ditching those motion controlls for something fresh. It would be nice to see nintendo system based off a regular controller, with the LCD display that would allow the system to have DS style games. Right now i dont think MS or Sony had a great, or even good E3. Nintendo could really take the cake.

[SpazX]

Microsoft pretty much sucked, but I think Sony did a decent job, so they're the one to beat. I really have high hopes for the new Nintendo console. I don't even give a fuck about the screen on the controller, but I hope if it's there it's done well. I really just want a normal controller at this point. I'm not a big Wiimote hater, but I feel like they could do a lot more with a normal controller and I want a nice new console that takes some of the positive aspects of the 360 and makes me really want to play it. I have some Wii games I want to play, but it's like I just don't want to turn it on. Even the PS3 sometimes feels like a chore with the shitty interface and constant, slow updates.

[Mad D]

You know humans have become lazy, when pressing power is a chore.

[Strell]

shut up mad d im not l

[zewone]

My guess is they'll push back the new Zelda to release it with the Wii 2 as well, like they did with Twilight Princess.

[Salamando3000]

That would just be awkward, especially if these rumors of screen and camera having controllers are true. Couldn't see them releasing a Cafe game that includes a motion plus and requires a previous-gen controller. Having two active (and vastly different) controller systems would be a good way to confuse people.

Now, if Nintendo wants to win E3, all they need to do is announce that they're finally bringing Mother 3 over. Bundle it with Earthbound and throw it on the 3DS, and they won't be able to take my money fast enough...

[Cao Cao]

Mother 3? DrForester of NeoGAF put a funny GIF up regarding a similar subject. It's a big GIF, so I won't repost it here, and instead just link to his post:
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28190497&postcount=1147

[wampa8jedi]

I'm incredibly psyched. Beyond all the usual excitement surrounding a new system unveil, there's also the fact that we'll finally have Nintendo games in HD!

That's not a bash--I've greatly enjoyed my Wii over the past few years--but the wait to see Nintendo make HD games has been a long one indeed. Expecting them to easily win best press conference of E3 (again).


Edit: A few quick and somewhat-safe predictions. 1) Skyward Sword will stay on Wii, exclusively. 2) A Pikmin game will be shown, finally. 3) Square-Enix will have a brand new, Nintendo-exclusive title.

[KingBroly]

I expect the following

- Super Mario (Official Name) in 2011 (November)
- Skyward Sword in September
- Xenoblade Chronicles
- The Last Story (2012)
- Kid Icarus Uprising in 2011 (October)
- Zelda 25th Anniversary is FSA-like with WFC support (Wii to DS integration)
- Cafe Launch Game: I can't let you do that, Star Fox

- Nintendo's last Wii Game and how they'll end the show:


The Last Metroid is in captivity. The galaxy...is at peace.

[wampa8jedi]

I'd be surprised with your Cafe launch pick... I see Pikmin 3 or one of the Nintendo racers (F-Zero, Wave Race, Mario Kart) as more likely contenders. But we should have a better idea in just a few hours...

I expect the following

- Super Mario (Official Name) in 2011 (November)
- Skyward Sword in September
- Xenoblade Chronicles
- The Last Story (2012)
- Kid Icarus Uprising in 2011 (October)
- Zelda 25th Anniversary is FSA-like with WFC support (Wii to DS integration)
- Cafe Launch Game: I can't let you do that, Star Fox

- Nintendo's last Wii Game and how they'll end the show:


The Last Metroid is in captivity. The galaxy...is at peace.

[Strell]

6 hours to go. Counting the almost inevitable delay, around 6.5.

Don't feel much of a need to make predictions.

[dothog]

Don't feel much of a need to make predictions.
Me neither. We got this predikshun shnizz on lock anyhow son. Let me drop you some predikshun flava...

Yo, project cafe be needin lektricity, an it jus suck dat shit rite outa tha sky, FO REAL.

BOOM.

[Strell]

State Fair Mario. Believe it.

[dothog]

With cotton candy?

No way, they can't put cotton candy in video games. We don't have the technology yet. They tried to do that with the GameCube, they wanted to put the 3D and a microphone you blow into and a cotton candy maker and a controller with a little screen on it, but they just couldn't make it cost effective.

Iwata's got a great story about it, maybe he'll get around to it today.

[KingBroly]

I'd be surprised with your Cafe launch pick... I see Pikmin 3 or one of the Nintendo racers (F-Zero, Wave Race, Mario Kart) as more likely contenders. But we should have a better idea in just a few hours...

I say Star Fox because of the Chase Him Down comment the IGN guy said. He said he'd have another one later.

Guesses were Star Fox, F-Zero, Metroid, Mario Cafe, GTA5, etc.

I think putting a Mario game for Cafe at launch, while awesome, would be complete Mario overkill. 5 Main Mario games in 6 years is a bit much.

[dothog]

I think putting a Mario game for Cafe at launch, while awesome, would be complete Mario overkill. 5 Main Mario games in 6 years is a bit much.

Yeah, you gotta hold that shit back for Mario/Sonic Winter Olympics. Or Mario Jarts n' Horseshoes. Or Mario 64 Redux Redux Redux. Or Super Special Happy Mario ROM Collection, now featuring the same ROMs from the last collection.

A quality Mario launch title would ruin all of the careful planning that went into its predecessors. Totally overkill.

[MSI Magus]

I think Nintendo should start their press conference like this.

Silence and darkness hang heavy in the air for several seconds. Then you hear a single booming voice say that one company has both dominated and defined the industry for the better part of its existence. We are the kings. Then Reggie, Iwata and Miyamoto all walk out at the same time as this Zelda Busta Rhymes remix plays(starting at the Chorus, dont touch me $$$$a, you might burn yourself!).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQ6VStjxhBs

Would be hilariously awesome but never happen ;)

On a more serious note. I imagine that even though Sony had a very strong showing yesterday that Nintendo wins on the grounds that they are showing a new console. That said they need to show something that is either a lot more powerful then existing consoles or if its only slightly more so it needs to be hella cheap(no more then $250).

[KingBroly]

I see it going down like this:

- Open with Zelda (either 25th Anv. or SS), date it for Sept.
- Charts + Wii Price + Selects (New Selects Revealed)
- Wii games being localized (Last Story, Xenoblade)
- 3DS lineup for Fall (Super Mario, Kid Icarus, Animal Crossing)
- Project Cafe Talk
- Project Cafe Game Reveals (1 Third Party + 1 Nintendo)
- Reggie closing
- "But before you leave"

[MSI Magus]

I see it going down like this:

- Open with Zelda (either 25th Anv. or SS), date it for Sept.
- Charts + Wii Price + Selects (New Selects Revealed)
- Wii games being localized (Last Story, Xenoblade)
- 3DS lineup for Fall (Super Mario, Kid Icarus, Animal Crossing)
- Project Cafe Talk
- Project Cafe Game Reveals (1 Third Party + 1 Nintendo)
- Reggie closing
- "But before you leave"

Pretty good guess...and man I hope they leave the charts at home. So far its been a pretty chart free show, but if anyone is going to ruin that its Nintendo.

[Sir_Fragalot]

I feel like if Nintendo announces a new IP they already have Sony and Microsoft beat. I am extremely hopeful for Nintendo. Their 3DS lineup is looking killer, and the Cafe is looking great.

3 hours to go. My body is ready.

[MSI Magus]

I feel like if Nintendo announces a new IP they already have Sony and Microsoft beat. I am extremely hopeful for Nintendo. Their 3DS lineup is looking killer, and the Cafe is looking great.

3 hours to go. My body is ready.

I think you are the first person I have heard suggest the 3DS has a good line up ;)

[Gentlegamer]

I had to work 3rd shift last night, but I'm going to try to stay awake for this.

[Gentlegamer]

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d173/Gentlegamer/icBnx8.gif

[lilboo]

I really hope we get Super Mario Closet: Peach & Daisy's Big Secret

For either Wii, WiiWare, or DS.

[MSI Magus]

I really hope we get Super Mario Closet: Peach & Daisy's Big Secret

For either Wii, WiiWare, or DS.

Personally I am hoping for Nintendo Beach Volleyball

http://oi52.tinypic.com/20rqqnn.jpg

[dothog]

I really hope we get Super Mario Closet: Peach & Daisy's Big Secret

For either Wii, WiiWare, or DS.

Nah, they give the gay stuff to Wario. I mean, have you seen Wario? Daddy Bear likes yellow and purple, and his mustache alone has the gay power of 50 Rip Taylors.

[Strell]

Wow, I've always wondered who that guy was.

Today is off to a fabulous start.

[lilboo]

http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/lb/carol_channing_celebrity_toast_171108/rip_taylor_2177456.jpg

It's a Wii! WARIO! BAHAHAHAHA"

[MSI Magus]

Anyone know if there are any third party conferences today and if so what time?

[EXStrike]

No conferences today

Also long time no see everybody

[dothog]

* ticks off 2 new members to the Rip Taylor Fan Club *

I'll PM you guys about monthly dues. I know, I know, hard times and all, but the newsletter is totally worth it. Plus you get a bitchin deal on confetti from Rip's personal supplier.

[Corvin]

I'd be surprised with your Cafe launch pick... I see Pikmin 3 or one of the Nintendo racers (F-Zero, Wave Race, Mario Kart) as more likely contenders. But we should have a better idea in just a few hours...

I've been down on the Wii lately and on the fence about Cafe, but if they announced Pikmin, WaveRace and F-Zero for launch, I'm camping out for one.

[KingBroly]

The NEW Legend of Zelda
- 2D overhead
- 4 player co-op
- Open World

That's my guess.

[HeSaveDave]

I want to watch this.

[crunchewy]

I'm excited to see Cafe. Can't say I'm too excited about anything else. I won't be getting a 3DS until it drops at least $80 in price. If they were to announce such a price drop, now that would be exciting news!

[Josh5890]

As long as it isn't like E3 2008...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Uj0zV0UJXM

[Josh5890]

I'm excited to see Cafe. Can't say I'm too excited about anything else. I won't be getting a 3DS until it drops at least $80 in price. If they were to announce such a price drop, now that would be exciting news!

Nintendo doesn't need a 3DS price cut. They will announce a 3D Mario game today and the internet will explode and 3DS handhelds will suddenly vanish off of shelves.

[Redeema]

I think Nintendo has been holding back 3DS games on purpose knowing that the Vita was coming and today they unleash the hounds and show off just about every iconic character they have in new games. Just my guess.

As for the console, I think if they show off gameplay in new IP's or at least games that don't end in the number 3 or even a Roman numeral III or 'The Third' they'll be in good shape, but that console better be ready to last a few years, not slightly more powerful than the 360. They need a 2-3 more powerful, just to be flexible for when the new systems roll out otherwise they'll be behind the 8-ball again.

By the by, anyone pick up a USA Today? The last time I was at E3, the one in the video above, I was there, USA Today spilled the beans on everything that was being shown at the press conference. I realized this as I walked out of my hotel room and saw it lying on the floor, everything I was about to see was laid out for me in color in the paper, it was like that old show, Early Edition, where the dude got tomorrow's paper and then tried to fix all the wrongs. Tangent. There's nothing online at the moment, but maybe because Nintendo has told them to hush up for now, but that doesn't stop the paper from running it since they can't put out updated version 90 minutes from now after everything has been announced.

[dothog]

Yeah, I mentioned the Wii Music announcement at E3 in another thread, and a couple extremist fanboys showed up and started hurtful namecalling and accusing everyone of being turncoats, then a mod showed up and started editing/deleting posts, including mine, when all I did was talk about Wii Music. The lesson? You're either for Nintendo or you're agin em around here, I guess, and pointing out the embarrassment that is Wii Music falls under "agin em."

Leading with Wii Music 2 at E3 2011 would be the most hilarious and terrifying start I can possibly imagine. Just stick a bunch of dudes up on stage and have them mimic musical instruments with their wiimotes, and just after they've started out, you unfurl a banner behind them that reads "NOW WITH MOTIONPLUS CONTROL!" And then after that banner unfurls, you unfurl another banner that reads "AND SAXOPHONES!!!"

And then you pretty much watch the room clear out. Then you unfurl another banner that reads "MISSION ACCOMPLISHED." Then you waggle play the SMB theme on a marimba or some shit, whatever, I don't know how Wii Music works.

[eberm72492]

Oh my gawd, i think this is the first time I've been excited for a Nintendo conference:bouncy:

[Rig]

Hoping I can find some live updated text feed that's *not* on a game website (as those are blocked at work). Any suggestions? Any of the techy sites do that for E3?

[dothog]

joystiq? they did sony, i checked from work last night.

[xmbri]

My belief is that Nintendo will go hardcore with the new system, while MS goes casual. I think Nintendo did this on purpose to lure the others into the casual realm. But sony balanced it well, while MS blatantly went into the casual market this time.
I'm excited to see Nintendo come out swinging. Love to see it!

[HeSaveDave]

Nintendo will release toxic gas which causes the entire crowd to choke on their own melted innards as they vomit them up. Then a giant Mario robot will be released upon the public and will destroy L.A. in a fiery hell.

[EXStrike]

Hoping I can find some live updated text feed that's *not* on a game website (as those are blocked at work). Any suggestions? Any of the techy sites do that for E3?

Follow the Twitter?

[Sir_Fragalot]

Is gametrailers doing their stream again today? G4 was fucking up last night and I don't want to miss a thing here because Nintendo can pull shit out of their hat any moment.

Seriously with Nintendo I am awaiting surprises, something I knew MS and Sony would not bring :lol:.

[Josh5890]

Hoping I can find some live updated text feed that's *not* on a game website (as those are blocked at work). Any suggestions? Any of the techy sites do that for E3?

Engadegt?

[Rig]

joystiq? they did sony, i checked from work last night.

Joystiq is filtered, so no go there. Follow the Twitter?

Social sites are also filtered. I suppose I could keep checking via my phone; I was just hoping &quot;Wired&quot; or a site like that would be running a text feed. Engadegt?

I can get there! If they are running a feed, that's great. Thanks!

[Redeema]

Game|Life on Wired appears to be live blogging: http://www.wired.com/gamelife/

[lilboo]

Yeah, I mentioned the Wii Music announcement at E3 in another thread, and a couple extremist fanboys showed up and started hurtful namecalling and accusing everyone of being turncoats, then a mod showed up and started editing/deleting posts, including mine, when all I did was talk about Wii Music. The lesson? You're either for Nintendo or you're agin em around here, I guess, and pointing out the embarrassment that is Wii Music falls under "agin em."

Leading with Wii Music 2 at E3 2011 would be the most hilarious and terrifying start I can possibly imagine. Just stick a bunch of dudes up on stage and have them mimic musical instruments with their wiimotes, and just after they've started out, you unfurl a banner behind them that reads "NOW WITH MOTIONPLUS CONTROL!" And then after that banner unfurls, you unfurl another banner that reads "AND SAXOPHONES!!!"

And then you pretty much watch the room clear out. Then you unfurl another banner that reads "MISSION ACCOMPLISHED." Then you waggle play the SMB theme on a marimba or some shit, whatever, I don't know how Wii Music works.

:rofl:
If they announce Wii Music 2 -- or something equally embarrassing --- I'm throwing my Wii in the trash.

Not to change subject, but I DID play Wii Music (gamefly rental) and the concept was neat. But a $50 game? If it was a $10 WiiWare, then I think most of us would have appreciated it better.

I REALLY WANT A NEW STAR FOX, PLEASE

[HeSaveDave]

Nintendo e3 CAG chat is up. http://tinychat.com/i6h2o

[MorPhiend]

Is gametrailers doing their stream again today? G4 was fucking up last night and I don't want to miss a thing here because Nintendo can pull shit out of their hat any moment.

Seriously with Nintendo I am awaiting surprises, something I knew MS and Sony would not bring :lol:.

I used nowlive yesterday for Sony. It was good. I would either use them or Nintendo.

http://www.nowlive.com/nintendoe3pressconference

[KingBroly]

Darksiders 2 = Cafe Launch Game

DmC = Might be there as well

[Sir_Fragalot]

I used nowlive yesterday for Sony. It was good. I would either use them or Nintendo.

http://www.nowlive.com/nintendoe3pressconference
Yeah going to use Nintendo. Now Live was lagging for me like a mofo yesterday so I had to use alternative methods.

[Josh5890]

I REALLY WANT A NEW STAR FOX, PLEASE

THIS! For the love of God Nintendo, even if you don't present Project Cafe at all, I will love you if a new Star Fox game (like the 64 one) comes out for the Wii this fall.

[Sir_Fragalot]

Here are my long shot predictions but if anyone of these three happens, I will just about shit my pants...

New pilotwings based on new levels like 64 with a shit ton of new events.
Mother 3 localized
Startropics 3

Ok now since they have a .000000000000001% chance of happening, here is hoping for a new Star Fox game like the 64 version except for tons of cool levels.

[blueshinra]

Nintendo e3 CAG chat is up. http://tinychat.com/i6h2o
Seems to be more people in the chat we used for yesterday's pressers: http://tinychat.com/E3CAG

[MorPhiend]

Social sites are also filtered. I suppose I could keep checking via my phone; I was just hoping &quot;Wired&quot; or a site like that would be running a text feed.

If they don't, here you go bro:

Wired (http://www.wired.com/gamelife/2011/06/nintendo-e3-2011-liveblog/?pid=1517&pageid=36057&viewall=true)

[The Keyboard Wizard]

Mother 3 :D

[Hiei69]

If I leave this presser with a warm fuzzy feeling, then Nintendo has won.

[Scorch]

Come chat here --> http://www.tinychat.com/e3cag

[Purple Flames]

Been a long time since I visited this forum. I'm looking forward to new info on Nintendo's latest console.

[KingofOldSchool]

I don't really like the idea of the screen on the controller.

[Josh5890]

Mother 3 :D

MGM has the odds at 10,000-1

[Salamando3000]

MGM has the odds at 10,000-1

Damn the odds, we want Mother 3!

[KingofOldSchool]

Nintendo audio fail

[MSI Magus]

Live Orchestra Zelda montage = brilliant way to start.

[crunchewy]

The Nintendo stream requires me to enter my age. Does this mean the press conference will be filled with blood or perhaps naked chicks?

EDIT: and all I get is a black screen. IGN's seems to be working, though.

[KingofOldSchool]

The Nintendo stream requires me to enter my age. Does this mean the press conference will be filled with blood or perhaps naked chicks?

No, if you're too old, it kicks you off.

[MSI Magus]

Fucking epic. I have not even liked Zelda since it went 3D but that was bad ass.

[KingofOldSchool]

*goes insane over two people talking over each other

[confoosious]

uhhh are they gonna announce Wii Music Zelda?

[crunchewy]

Yeah, the talking over is crazy. I mean translating is fine, but usually when they do that they lower the volume of the native speaker. This is pretty painful.

[The Keyboard Wizard]

Nintendo already won!

[MoHGamer]

uhhh are they gonna announce Wii Music Zelda?
Yes. Anything to make money.

[lilboo]

Just started to watch it... what did I miss the last 10 mins? I'm watching the introduction of Wii Music: Zelda :rofl: :cry:

[MSI Magus]

Yeah the translating is pretty bad. Dont have Shiggy do the confrence if you cant pull it off.

And Christ its crazy that something as simple as these silly sound effects puts my whole body in tingle mode and brings my childhood rushing back. I know everyone else is excited about Skywards Swords but personally I am just hoping they show a 2D Zelda that looks like its worth a damn.

[MSI Magus]

Just started to watch it... what did I miss the last 10 mins? I'm watching the introduction of Wii Music: Zelda :rofl: :cry:

Just a giant Zelda montage, very cool but hardly informative.

[confoosious]

free fucking download? sweet. now to get 3 friends. :)

NOW GET TO THE WII2!!!

Bow and arrow in the wii motion sports style would be sweet.

[lilboo]

I'll take anything for free.
(except Wii Music)

[crunchewy]

I really don't think I can continue to listen to this. Somebody wake me up when they switch to either just talking in Japanese with no translation, or just in English.

EDIT: are there any streams that are doing closed captioning??

[KingofOldSchool]

Make it stop! :'-(

[Purple Flames]

I want that gold Wiimote.

[Sir_Fragalot]

Link's Awakening today
Free Zelda Download

Nintendo has already won for me 10 minutes in.

[Rig]

Golden Wii Remote...in for one.

[MSI Magus]

I'll take anything for free.
(except Wii Music)

I dont know, I have heard your pretty good at blowing instruments, real or not! HAH! Sorry couldnt help it boo!

[confoosious]

I want that gold Wiimote.

everyone does. can you say gold wii w/ zelda to get last drops of money out of the wii 1?

goddammit, now i gotta register the thing before you people!

[crunchewy]

Link's Awakening today
Free Zelda Download

Nintendo has already won for me 10 minutes in.

Free + $250, in my case.

[MSI Magus]

Golden Wii Remote...in for one.

You guys are why Nintendo never does anything new and focuses on crap so much nowdays. No offense I like you rig but Christ...really your going to hand them $20-40 over a gold spray paint?

[62t]

Free 4 swords on DSi

[Rig]

Meh...I need another Wiimote anyway. And since I'm cheap, I never picked up another one. If they package it with Zelda for another $10-20, that'll be the time for me to get it.

[lilboo]

This is kinda boring.
FOR GOD'S SAKE, SOMEONE THROW A PIE OR SOMETHING

[confoosious]

well that was awkward as hell but good news on the zelda stuff.


wait.. DSi for free means 3DS for free too right? I skipped the Dsi generation.


Come on Iwata, drop the fucking hammer on the haters!

[HeSaveDave]

yawn

[lilboo]

Why can't he come out and say
OH HERRO, PRE! ^_^

[zewone]

I'm watching the Gamespot feed and it said Twilight Princess was coming to 3DS. Was that a mistake?

[Mad D]

The stage is probably a clue to the shape of the new console

[lilboo]

Oh god, something casual and gay is coming. My gaydar is going wild

EDIT: Deeper and wider? Gay confirmed

[confoosious]

my god, the stream froze on me. any alternate streams?

lilboo - what are you, 12?

[lilboo]

DETAIRS ON NEW CONSOR COMING RITTLE RATER!

YAY!
:whee:

[MSI Magus]

Argggg Nintendo has the best games but the most boring press conferences. You have to suffer through so much broken Engrish, huge pauses and most importantly hype/blowing smoke up their own asses that it makes it intolerable.

I mean seriously I wish they would just come out and put their dick on the table the way Sony did. Hell MS with its family friendly focus was lame as shit...but they still at least got to the point.

[phantomfriar2002]

Starfox for 3DS

[crunchewy]

Why is Mario not collecting those coins?

[confoosious]

that stage setup is sweet.

i missed part of the stream - metroid?

[lilboo]

OH HEART LUIGI'S MANSION!!!
<3 <3 <3
...I dont know if I want a 3DS, though.. lol

[phantomfriar2002]

Luigi's Mansion sequel for 3DS

Finally Reggie takes the stage...things should brighten up quick lol.

[KingofOldSchool]

lol Luigi's Mansion?

[Rig]

I kinda want a 3DS for those games now.

[MSI Magus]

my god, the stream froze on me. any alternate streams?

lilboo - what are you, 12?

1. Gametrailers is awsome. Its not fucked on me once in the last few days.

2. No lilboo is gay ;)

[lilboo]

:rofl: at Reggie's theme music

[MSI Magus]

that stage setup is sweet.

i missed part of the stream - metroid?

Mario, Mario Kart, Kid Icarus and Luigis Mansion. O and Starfox

[phantomfriar2002]

yeah I'm watching the Gametrailers stream via Facebook. Looks and sounds great, no tech issues either

[confoosious]

Reggie Fils-Aime with the best english but worst charisma.

DROP THE HAMMER, REGGIE!

[tcrash247]

Ugh, 3DS talk for the next hour I guess with 3 minutes on the new console. You're losing me, Nintendo.

[phantomfriar2002]

They are not going to announce more about Project Cafe until the Tokyo Game Show. Calling it now.

I think more is coming at the end of this press conference. He already said you'd hear more about it "later this morning."

Probably will end this conference with it.

[officerrickyross222]

man i hope they announce a price cut on the 3ds. if not im gonna have to grab 1 with zelda, cant hold out anymore :cry:

[Rig]

Flying and underwater in Mario Kart? I don't want to play DKR...

[lilboo]

So what's "new & different" about this Mario Kart? ZOMG, THEY CAN FLOAT WHEN MAKING RAMPS??? U CAN DRIVE UNDER WATER?

I mean, I <3 Mario Kart.. but this isn't that big of a deal.

[MSI Magus]

Mario Kart looks like Mario Kart. Cool game, awesome game, will buy....but to be expected. Same with Star Fox though at least its not been done to death.

[lilboo]

Oh cool! Starfox 64 3D for the iPhone? Oh wait.

But the group play looks good, though.

[confoosious]

damn, could you imagine a Star Wars game with realtime looks at the other pilots faces?

[crunchewy]

Please speak faster!

[WebScud]

Bullshit. Mario can't land on the top of a flag.

[crunchewy]

Super Mario (no 3D in title). I like that.

[MSI Magus]

Nooooo the stream crashed on me during mario....the one fucking thing I care about...arg.

[lilboo]

Something about Super Mario 3D that didn't look good. I can't put my finger on it.
Looks TOO cartoony? I don't know. :(

[Purple Flames]

new Kid Icarus looks awesome, and the Multiplayer reminds me of Virtual On.

[MSI Magus]

Something about Super Mario 3D that didn't look good. I can't put my finger on it.
Looks TOO cartoony? I don't know. :(

Id say you need to go suck a fat one...but yeah that tactic is not exactly effective now is it ;) Seriously though Mario is God! One day I will die and through the bright light a mustache will appear and then "Its a me mario" I am home.

[Rig]

Something about Super Mario 3D that didn't look good. I can't put my finger on it.
Looks TOO cartoony? I don't know. :(

I thought it looked kinda slow. Looked like he was running more slowly and such.

[crunchewy]

Luigi's Mansion 2. I can get behind that. Wish I had a 3DS.

[RAMSTORIA]

Just a quick question about the 3DS, because these games are making me want to buy one, like today. But I tried the 3DS at a store recently and just couldn't do the 3D. I know it has a switch to turn it on and off, but does anyone know if any games require 3D to be on?

[lilboo]

Id say you need to go suck a fat one...but yeah that tactic is not exactly effective now is it ;) Seriously though Mario is God! One day I will die and through the bright light a mustache will appear and then "Its a me mario" I am home.

:lol:

Kid Icarus looks good, which is nice.
I always said that Luigi's Mansion 2 should be on the Wii. I mean, it's one of those games where waggle could work very well.

Sigh

[007]

No Luigi's Mansion 2 release date? Boo.

[officerrickyross222]

on gamespot's live blog it says twilight princess for 3ds ? can anyone confirm he said that i mustve missed it

[Salamando3000]

on gamespot's live blog it says twilight princess for 3ds ? can anyone confirm he said that i mustve missed it

I didn't see anything like that. Just Link's Awakening.

[MSI Magus]

on gamespot's live blog it says twilight princess for 3ds ? can anyone confirm he said that i mustve missed it

Have not seen any such thing.

[lilboo]

I'm confused. Is the VC for Gameboy, Gameboy color, etc ONLY for 3DS? Or will just the 3DS titles be just from the 3DS shop channel..and DSi owners can still download VC games?

[KingofOldSchool]

POKEMON!

Poke with the poke and the man and the thing where the guy jumps out of the thing and goes AH AH AH ACK ACK!

[officerrickyross222]

I didn't see anything like that. Just Link's Awakening.

Have not seen any such thing.


thx . had my hopes up for it to be true

[dodgeme]

Here comes the console.

[lilboo]

Wii u
LLOLOLOLOLOL
BRB peeing

[KingofOldSchool]

Wii U?

P U?

[crunchewy]

Wii U? Is that where I learn to use the Wii?

[Rig]

WiiU.

[dodgeme]

Hmm Wiiu....

[Salamando3000]

Stupider name for a console - Vita or Wii U?

[KingofOldSchool]

It looks like the magic screen from Pee Wee's Playhouse.

[lilboo]

This controller looks expensive :(

[crunchewy]

Wow. Controller really does have a display in it. How much is the controller going to cost?

[The 7th Number]

Wii U? ........ wow epic fail right there.

[MSI Magus]

Stupider name for a console - Vita or Wii U?

Vita was bad but only because it sounds stupid...but Christ Wii U is horrible.

[HeSaveDave]

The new console is a tablet. FFS

[MSI Magus]

I am hella confused. Was the new console just a rumor and all Nintendo has is this controller? Or is this a new controller for the Wii and they are still going to have a new console.....

[officerrickyross222]

omg

[lilboo]

So.....
Will it be the Wii console.. but we buy the controller????????..which happens to BE the console?!?!?

[Rig]

Looks just like a controller change...but no new console? (Sucks, if that's how it goes...)

[crunchewy]

Yeah, I'm starting to think that it's just a controller - there is no new console!

[zewone]

Those still look like Wii graphics. =/

[tcrash247]

I am hella confused. Was the new console just a rumor and all Nintendo has is this controller? Or is this a new controller for the Wii and they are still going to have a new console.....

That's what I want to know. I was under the impression the new console was HD and like a traditional console.

[Doomtime]

^ I'm wondering the same thing. I hope they have a new console, not just this controller. ...

[The 7th Number]

Im confused too, what happened to a new console with better graphics than ps3 and xbox? That controller doesnt look like a new console to me.

[Tony208]

U fail

[MSI Magus]

If this is a controller and there is no new console I think its very very bad. Chances are Nintendo will sell crap tons of them to the casuals like they did Wii Fit....but I dont see it giving a shot in the arm to console sales or general hype/feelings for the company(which are plummeting).

[HeSaveDave]

Please tell me this isnt the new system

[confoosious]

woah no new console? That's weak.

I was all excited cause the gameplay videos looked great, especially the golf one. But we can't deal with wii graphics anymore.

[RAMSTORIA]

wtf...

[KingofOldSchool]

They should have just called it WiiPad.

[officerrickyross222]

i dont think this is the new system

[Sir_Fragalot]

Or how about some HD graphics. If there is no HD I am going to be pissed.

[ITDEFX]

I just let out a big *sigh* at the Wii U.......... Looks like any good trade in promo for the new system at gamestop went out the door :( I was looking forward in getting rid the the wii :|

Although the controller is neat..... I can say only this......"DEAD/STUCK PIXELS" :(

[lilboo]

If it's JUST a new controller... that's going to be expensive!! Especially for multiplayer!?!?!??!

Wii Rape U

[confoosious]

what happened to the cafe mockup? with the big ass console?

maybe there's something left in this presentation.

[MSI Magus]

What really sucks too is IF there is no new console I sold my Wii in anticipation. I didnt use it very often, but I had not played Donkey Kong or Kirby yet and I also HAVE to have my mario fix from time to time.

[KingBroly]

Reggie said new "systems."

[lilboo]

Even if this is just a Wii add on and NOT the new system.. why would the release an expensive peripheral when the system is on it's way out LOL

[Rig]

Yeah, I'm hoping (praying) this is just to extend a bit of life into Wii. And once done, they'll show off a new console (in HD). But, since that doesn't make sense to do both...it's prolly not gonna happen.

[KingofOldSchool]

What really sucks too is IF there is no new console I sold my Wii in anticipation.

That's what you get for assuming things.

[dodgeme]

There was something redesigned for the console if you watched that video. It looked like a portable hard drive mixed with a Wii. It wasn't boxy. Sitting under the TV.

[confoosious]

Nintendo was winning by so much until this let down (if there's no new console.)

[officerrickyross222]

Even if this is just a Wii add on and NOT the new system.. why would the release an expensive peripheral when the system is on it's way out LOL

maybe it will work with the wii and the new system if it is 1 lol

[RAMSTORIA]

What really sucks too is IF there is no new console I sold my Wii in anticipation. I didnt use it very often, but I had not played Donkey Kong or Kirby yet and I also HAVE to have my mario fix from time to time.

why would you sell your Wii, even if they announced a new HD console today it likely wouldnt be out for a year or more.

[KingofOldSchool]

There was something redesigned for the console if you watched that video. It looked like a portable hard drive mixed with a Wii. It wasn't boxy. Sitting under the TV.

Seems like an adapter add on for it.

[lilboo]

WTF is this game? Wii Bird U?

[Sir_Fragalot]

Is dat some HD I see?

[MSI Magus]

Even if this is just a Wii add on and NOT the new system.. why would the release an expensive peripheral when the system is on it's way out LOL

Well if they do have another system it could make sense since this could be the controller for the new system and it would not cost them that much.

@Kingofoldschool - Meh I got $100 for the Wii and I gurantee you I can get a new one for that price or less. Assuming meant that if there is no new system I am not out anything but if there is one I sold my Wii before the market crashed.

[confoosious]

the new controller is gonna have better graphics than the console? wtf.

[dastly75]

the fuck was that Sakura Koi video?

[Friend of Sonic]

I can't watch the stream (at work) but this article makes it sound like it's a console.

http://venturebeat.com/2011/06/07/nintendo-unveils-wiis-successor-the-wiiu/

It's really confusing if it isn't a new console.

[HeSaveDave]

WOW it can play CG movies. amazing.

[dodgeme]

Oh god....New Super Mario Bros...Mii.

[WebScud]

Once that flower hit the water the demo started to look pretty weak.

[Jodou]

I keep waiting for the punchline; this is too funny to be real. How could Nintendo botch this so badly? There was so much talk of them learning from their mistakes and then they take a shit on Us.

[lilboo]

OMG IT IS THE NEW CONSOLE!!
One controller with 3 other wii-motes?!

GAYDAR IS GOING CRAZY!!!!

[MSI Magus]

why would you sell your Wii, even if they announced a new HD console today it likely wouldnt be out for a year or more.

How much does anyone really use their Wii? Id rather get a solid price for it now, its not like the Wii is receiving a flood of brilliant games I need to play. I mean doing it this way I got a good price and then whenever a new system comes out I can pick it up and play these games dirt cheap. Between my PS3 my Ipad and Steam just from buying games that are on sale(I never buy new)there is always a huge flood of games to play.

[Sir_Fragalot]

All I want to hear is 720 or 1080p.

[crunchewy]

This is a disaster. What a massive disappointment. If there is a new console, then they are doing an incredibly bad job of getting that idea across.

[officerrickyross222]

chase mii ?? lol

[kevgret]

no new console... reggie even referred to it as a "controller"

[TheLongshot]

Even if they don't announce Cafe, doesn't mean it doesn't exist. I wasn't sure that there was going to be a new console announcement, just that they may show tech behind closed doors.

[lilboo]

GET THE Mii's OUT OF MARIO!!!! GRAHHH

[Tony208]

i like how they talked a lot about giving us what we want and then gave us the opposite with this crap

all they needed to do was
Wii +
HD
good online
more 3rd party

[HeSaveDave]

The pig says "Wiiu"

[KingofOldSchool]

It sounds like a new console with mentioning how they are developing games for it.

[Salamando3000]

My head is just full of "what???". Streaming to a tablet is their big plan? This sounds like something Sony could do with a PS3 firmware update and the Vita.

[Rig]

Peter Moore called it a console (with controller)...?

[crunchewy]

"New console"!

[Doomtime]

New console confirmed?!?!

http://kotaku.com/5809482/the-is-the-first-picture-of-nintendos-new-console-the-wii-u

[dodgeme]

Wtf Peter Moore just said new console with new controller.

[confoosious]

Peter Moore just said "once we saw the new console with the new controller."

[lokizz]

chase mii ?? lol


next theyll make a zombie game called bite mii lmao. man i was really hoping theyd bring it back to how it was but better but i dont get wtf theyre thinking with this thing. on top of that those "controllers" have got to be expensive and they still havent showed the actual console yet which makes me wonder if the controller could be the consoles .......

[ITDEFX]

Nintendo wants a piece of the Tablet action.

[dodgeme]

WTFFFFFFF. Real games on a nintendo console.

[Doomtime]

http://cache.kotaku.com/assets/images/9/2011/06/medium_medium_new_nintendo_console_detail_01.jpg

[kevgret]

why are some people saying console and some people are saying controller??

[Jodou]

Hahhaha, I love this montage of devs giving us PORTS of established games on this 'new console'. Yeah, I'll just get them on my PS3 thanks.

[crunchewy]

Yes, it is a new console!

[MSI Magus]

http://cache.kotaku.com/assets/images/9/2011/06/medium_medium_new_nintendo_console_detail_01.jpg

OMG its the Wii60!

[renique46]

woke up, turned on tv to see some bs gigantic ipad/vmu didnt know if i wanted to facepalm or just go right back to bed

[Sir_Fragalot]

Arkham City means HD.

Could it be Nintendo has a console that does HD and then allows me to play while I am taking a shit?

Win....

[officerrickyross222]

i like the design of it

[MSI Magus]

So far this trailer has not shown off a single game not available for PS3/360 though....

[confoosious]

ok i'm in day 1.

[ITDEFX]

looks like it on par with the 360 horse power.... hard to say though at this time.

[62t]

so Wii U somehow managed to look more hardcore than the Xbox 360

[lilboo]

So far this trailer has not shown off a single game not available for PS3/360 though....


Exactly.
And the idiots will get excited for it.

[Gentlegamer]

Woah, Nintendo wasn't kidding about 3rd party support!

[WebScud]

New console confirmed?!?!

http://kotaku.com/5809482/the-is-the-first-picture-of-nintendos-new-console-the-wii-u

Yes, that was in the first video that they showed.

[confoosious]

Wow, i was really worried for a while there. But I'm on board now. The controller looks awesome.

I don't care if it isn't more powerful than the 360. I just wanted it on par.

[MSI Magus]

Hmmm well I am glad there is a new console in the making...but at the same time I still do not see this as the answer Nintendo needs nor something I personally need right off the bat. I mean again its all about exclusives and what your system can do. The exclusives obviously are not there and chances are Sony/MS will announce new systems and this thing will be forgotten by developers.

[Jodou]

Woah, Nintendo wasn't kidding about 3rd party support!
If they really wanted to blow the doors off this thing, they should have approached Sega about an exclusive Shenmue 3. That would have won me. Too little, too late to be entering the console war with the same games, Nintendo.

[PR Mega X]

So far this trailer has not shown off a single game not available for PS3/360 though....

Doesn't really need to. All people need is the chance for an HD Zelda game.

[guyver2077]

specs?

[TheLongshot]

So far this trailer has not shown off a single game not available for PS3/360 though....

Isn't it going to be over a year before it gets released?

Also, I didn't really see anything new in the Vita presentation either, and that's coming out this year.

[officerrickyross222]

calling in air strikes in cod would be amazing with that controller

[Rig]

They should close with a new Smash Bros. snippet.

[RAMSTORIA]

im glad they have HD graphics, but that controller gives me ZERO desire to buy one.

[confoosious]

Hmmm well I am glad there is a new console in the making...but at the same time I still do not see this as the answer Nintendo needs nor something I personally need right off the bat. I mean again its all about exclusives and what your system can do. The exclusives obviously are not there and chances are Sony/MS will announce new systems and this thing will be forgotten by developers.

Are you kidding? It's Nintendo. The exclusives will be there.

The reason why they showed all third party games is because that was the big knock on the Wii -- that there was no third party support.

[lilboo]

specs?

Exactly.
Don't know ANYthing about it and people are like ZOMG EXCITED CUZ NINTENDO TELLS ME TO BE EXCITED :bouncy: :bouncy: :bouncy:

[zewone]

I'm supposed to be excited about games already announced for 360/PS3?

[Sir_Fragalot]

Exactly.
Don't know ANYthing about it and people are like ZOMG EXCITED CUZ NINTENDO TELLS ME TO BE EXCITED :bouncy: :bouncy: :bouncy:
If they have Battlefield 3, it's has to be at least on par with PS3. BF 3 looks to be the next Crysis.

[momouchi]

Isn't it going to be over a year before it gets released?

Also, I didn't really see anything new in the Vita presentation either, and that's coming out this year.

Honestly, the Vita was disappointing. Here's a system coming out soon relative to the rest of the next generation and Sony kind of dropped the ball with new launch titles. I hope Nintendo doesn't miss out on the opportunity for a huge launch by following what they did with the 3DS and Sony did with the Vita.