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Was anything interesting revealed at the pre-E3 briefing? I know I can watch the video but time isn't on my side.

Originally Posted by willardhaven If they were going to ape a controller they could have picked the one that doesn't give you arthritis after a few hours of Call of Duty.

Well, at least they changed the d-pad. That's... something.

Originally Posted by Vinny Was anything interesting revealed at the pre-E3 briefing? I know I can watch the video but time isn't on my side. Well, at least they changed the d-pad. That's... something.

There's a thread about it, and yes.

- Wii U Pro Controller (it's a 360 controller, wireless, internal battery, and has Rumble)
- Miiverse
- User Interface Shown (It's swappable with Channels if you noticed right)
- Messaging/Photos/Video Chat
- Screenshot Functionality for every game
- Demon's Souls like hint system for every game
- Non Specific Action Figure
- New Super Mario World

The Conference is going to be dedicated to Wii U games.

Originally Posted by Javery New WiiU info - classic controller and tablet controller officially unveiled...

That classic controller is classic and in control. Need it in my life... Ooo wee ooo.

Does anyone know why Nintendo ditched the classic black d-pad used through the N64 era? It was awesome (aside from the SF II blisters).

Originally Posted by Strell Javery if you ever get a Wii U, can I call you up and call you grandpa?

This would make my day. I am probably closer to being a grandfather than I am to the year I graduated high school.

Originally Posted by Scobie That classic controller is classic and in control. Need it in my life... Ooo wee ooo.

I also like the design but I think that they should switch the right stick and action buttons - if you are going to rip off the 360 controller at least get it right.

As someone who owned a Wii, the Wii U just pisses me the off. It's essentially current-gen tech and Nintendo is going to be pushing it as "next-gen" and will likely sell quite a few...I hate what they are doing to gaming lately.

Originally Posted by Javery This would make my day. I am probably closer to being a grandfather than I am to the year I graduated high school. I also like the design but I think that they should switch the right stick and action buttons - if you are going to rip off the 360 controller at least get it right.

I'm getting there age-wise, too... but I'm goin' down swingin'!!!

Anyway, I think the controller lay out is fine. I'm more concerned about it having some heft to it unlike the lightweight Wii classic controller pro. The wireless guts, battery pack, and rumble mechanism (if true) should take care of that.

Originally Posted by SynGamer As someone who owned a Wii, the Wii U just pisses me the off. It's essentially current-gen tech and Nintendo is going to be pushing it as "next-gen" and will likely sell quite a few...I hate what they are doing to gaming lately.

I felt the same way about 4 years ago, but I'm sick of watching a bobbing gun grind through brown-grey levels. The 3DS revitalized my flagging interest in gaming, and now I'm pretty excited for what the Wii U is going to do to bring fun and people and fun people together to have fun! Yeah!

Originally Posted by Vinny Well, at least they changed the d-pad. That's... something.

And dropped the horrendous octagon enclosure for the analog sticks.

Originally Posted by Javery I also like the design but I think that they should switch the right stick and action buttons - if you are going to rip off the 360 controller at least get it right.

Amen to that.

Originally Posted by SynGamer As someone who owned a Wii, the Wii U just pisses me the off. It's essentially current-gen tech and Nintendo is going to be pushing it as "next-gen" and will likely sell quite a few...I hate what they are doing to gaming lately.

I'm glad this thread title effectively tricked you.

Originally Posted by SynGamer As someone who owned a Wii, the Wii U just pisses me the off. It's essentially current-gen tech and Nintendo is going to be pushing it as "next-gen" and will likely sell quite a few...I hate what they are doing to gaming lately.

Nintendo is Nintendo. The market is big and broad enough that if you want other experiences then there's plenty out there for you on the HD Twins or PC.

You've gotta just take it for what it is. I love me some Nintendo but I'm not going to force it. I thought the N64 and Wii were both crap with just a few shining moments thrown in there. So I found a way to play those awesome bits, skipped out on the rest and don't/won't keep either in my permanent collection.

It's just video games. Relax. Have fun.

Originally Posted by Javery I also like the design but I think that they should switch the right stick and action buttons - if you are going to rip off the 360 controller at least get it right.

Gross. I really prefer the symmetrical analog sticks (a la Dualshock 3) and am glad Nintendo went this way. The 360 controller never really felt right in my hands. Pure preference, mind.

There's a good way to see if the Wii U Pro Controller will be uncomfortable or not. Get a 360 controller and hold your right thumb about half an inch above the ABYX buttons on it. Beta testing!

I watched the conference and it made me interested in nintendo at E3. The Pro controllers is what really made me more interested. Tells me that this system isnt going to always be about a gimmick. The Wii U Gaming Pad looks nice, i like the changed they made, especially the analog sticks. That controller would be really nice for a game where you would normally pause the game a lot to see where you are on a map. But the map could be seen on the controller screen while you play on the big screen.

The mario game they showed, thats new? I cant really tell the difference between that and new super mario bros. I never really played that game, since i sold my wii before that came out. If its new then i think thats a good direction. We just need a 2D zelda game like link to the past or four swords. If a 2D zelda game was announced it would really peak my interest in the console. Also a new Super Smash Bros game would be cool if they up the character count. It should be massive with how many characters nintendo has at their disposal, and then some 3rd party characters they could get in also.

So yeah, i went from not interested, to interested. We will see if that interest grows after nintendos conference.

A new 2D Zelda with a focus on classic combat instead of stupid puzzles would be awesome.

Originally Posted by willardhaven A new 2D Zelda with a focus on classic combat instead of stupid puzzles would be awesome.

A million times yes to this.

Originally Posted by willardhaven A new 2D Zelda with a focus on classic combat instead of stupid and awesome puzzles would be awesome.

Fixed that for you.

Rayman Legends looks awesome, from the demo yesterday.

Originally Posted by Javery Fixed that for you.

Let's put it this way: I want them to ditch the focus on puzzles.

The original 3 Zelda games are still the best for this reason alone.

Hmm...

http://gonintendo.com/?mode=viewstory&id=178657

I'd like this to be true, even though I'm not a fan of what I've seen from this Tomb Raider.

Why the WiiU doesn't upcovert Wii games, I have no idea. Of course, there are things about this console that worries me. For one, it seems like the thought behind it was just "wouldn't it be cool to have a tablet device you could play your game on when the TV is off?" as the actual gameplay ideas involving the GamePad are not that amazing, so far, even from Nintendo.

Don't think I'm just another troll or "Imz a mature/hardcore gamer, Nintendo sux!" as I love Nintendo, but this console just isn't doing for me what the initial reveal of the Wii did.