Originally Posted by KingBroly I'm going over in my head what launch window games I want/am interested in for Wii U, and I'll be honest, the list is pretty big. ... I'm asking myself 'how'd this happen?' And that's not even including Bayonetta 2, which is what pushed me over the edge to pre-order in the first place.

I'm kind of surprised by how good this launch line-up is, too... Including NintendoLand, I'll be getting three games, but there are at least 9 more that I would really like to play. Best console launch ever? Quite possibly.

Originally Posted by Scobie I'm kind of surprised by how good this launch line-up is, too... Including NintendoLand, I'll be getting three games, but there are at least 9 more that I would really like to play. Best console launch ever? Quite possibly.

Seems that when Iawata and others said they were taking the issues from the 3DS launch to heart they werent kidding.

Other than the debate as to if the Wii U base system is $50 too high, this seems to be a hit on all counts with room to build hype to launch day as Nintendo still hasnt really made it clear what how their online systems will work. They will certain have a few more Nintendo Direct events before launch.

Originally Posted by foltzie Seems that when Iawata and others said they were taking the issues from the 3DS launch to heart they werent kidding. Other than the debate as to if the Wii U base system is $50 too high, this seems to be a hit on all counts with room to build hype to launch day as Nintendo still hasnt really made it clear what how their online systems will work. They will certain have a few more Nintendo Direct events before launch.

I believe Reggie said they're going to detail that in another Nintendo Direct. Either because it's not completely finished or because it's a lot to go over.

I'll say a bit of both.

Originally Posted by KingBroly I believe Reggie said they're going to detail that in another Nintendo Direct. Either because it's not completely finished or because it's a lot to go over. I'll say a bit of both.

Judging by the pre-order sellouts, I don't think they need to do too much more hype work, but I'm looking forward to learning more about the online interface, voice chat, etc. I hope it will work with Bluetooth headsets.

While it obviously isn't concrete, some Wii-U games like Assassin's Creed 3 are being released on Nov 13th according to Gamestop.com

Originally Posted by Josh5890 While it obviously isn't concrete, some Wii-U games like Assassin's Creed 3 are being released on Nov 13th according to Gamestop.com

Chalk it up to the Sunday launch. Most third parties are shipping in advance for 13 Nov to ensure availability.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5QoFmYaQaQ

Oh Rayman Legends, why can't I buy you now?

I think Rayman Legends is probably my most anticipated Wii U launch title. Rayman Origins was awesome, but this one looks even more clever.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqswY9s_DzM

Originally Posted by Scobie Chalk it up to the Sunday launch. Most third parties are shipping in advance for 13 Nov to ensure availability.

Yeah I certainly remember Wii games in stores before the system was actually out.

Isn't games and accessories being available before the console a pretty standard thing? I remember getting called to pick up TTT and Madden 01 a week before the PS2 launch.

Toys"R"Us seems to be sold out now. Glad I got my order in earlier today.

One thing that does legitimately bug me is that it at least seems like games that would really benefit from on-line play aren't going to have it-Super Mario Bros U, Rabbids Land, Tank Tank Tank. I don't think Nintendoloand has any either. These could be unique online experiences you can't get elsewhere and they aren't taking advantage of that fact. At least it appears that way.

I hope newegg has another pre-order deal soon so I can pick up some Wii-U games for sub $50.

Originally Posted by Scobie I'm kind of surprised by how good this launch line-up is, too... Including NintendoLand, I'll be getting three games, but there are at least 9 more that I would really like to play. Best console launch ever? Quite possibly.

Rock solid for sure, but I think I gotta give best launch to the US launch of Dreamcast.

I've got Pikmin 3 preordered thanks to the $42 trade-in value of the Dual Shock 3. ($30 base + $3 for PUR and $9 for the 30% promo on certain game preorders). I'll probably go do another tomorrow for NSMB U. I really wasn't planning on getting that right away, but I think my 4 year-old is the perfect fit for using the pad to draw blocks, etc. Or maybe I should get Rayman instead?? Not sure...

Funny how old, worn out PS3 controllers are turning into Wii U games for me though .

I'm not pre-ordering Pikmin 3 til there's a solid release date, I'm pretty sure it's not out this year.

I'm playing Rayman Origins now with my kids and it is indeed great, especially coop. So Legends is definitely on my list. It looks awesome.

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Went ahead and pre-ordered Mario and ZombiU at GameStop, mainly so I can make it a one-stop shopping kind of day. If Rayman or Pikmin gets an official Nov. 18th date, I'll jump on those in a heartbeat.

Also, this may not be hugely relevant, but Amazon is taking pre-orders for the Pro controller. I put an order in for black, if only because I remember even remotes being a bitch to find when the Wii launched. I don't think it's going to be the same with the Pro, but it's a nice 'better safe than sorry' option with no money down and an easy return policy.

So, uh, provided GameStop actually comes through with a system, I think I'm set.

Fingers crossed, right?

Originally Posted by crunchewy I'm playing Rayman Origins now with my kids and it is indeed great, especially coop. So Legends is definitely on my list. It looks awesome.

I just started Rayman Origins and it is amazing. One of the best games this gen.

Welp, looks like I am gonna grab Darksiders 2 at launch. So looks like gaming plan is this. Borderlands 2 then Dishonored then beat Darksiders for D2 then Rayman Origins if I have enough time for Rayman Legends.

I know I can get Darksiders 2 for PC for cheaper but might as well get it for Wii-U, what the hell.

Originally Posted by 007 Also, this may not be hugely relevant, but Amazon is taking pre-orders for the Pro controller. I put an order in for black, if only because I remember even remotes being a bitch to find when the Wii launched. I don't think it's going to be the same with the Pro, but it's a nice 'better safe than sorry' option with no money down and an easy return policy.

GameStop is also taking preorders for the pro controller. Given how many controllers I wore out on the GameCube and 360, and the price of a new Wii U gamepad, I think getting a pro controller is pretty prudent for use with games that don't necessarily require the gamepad to help prolong its life.

I hope they have any easy/fast way to switch players, because everyone's going to want a turn on the tablet controller in local coop. Of course I'm presuming it has accounts and not just one account per WiiU. I certainly hope it does.