Radd Posted January 6, 2007 Posted January 6, 2007 Man, I've no idea where some people are getting their opinions on FPS games using a Wii controller setup. Playing CoD3 I came away feeling it was much better than using a gamepad, but not as good as using a mouse/keyboard setup. Personally, I can't wait to see them work out the sensitivity issues. Make it easier to jump into a game without needing to go back multiple times to tweak the sensitivity. That was the biggest issue with CoD3 on the Wii. Haven't played Red Steel, but by my understanding, it was simply not a great game. It seems nonsensical to me that someone would hold a third rate FPS up as the definitive example of how the genre plays on a console. It would seem more prudent to wait until there's more examples here. As for the comment that 2D shooters would be ruined by the Wii controller, Metal Slug Anthology says otherwise.
myk Posted January 6, 2007 Posted January 6, 2007 FPS games on consoles are atrocious. I don't know how people can like a controller over a mouse. I guess you just have to be accustomed to it, although I never have. When playing Halo for example, my shots were hopeful ones at best...
Ishimaru Posted January 6, 2007 Posted January 6, 2007 Are you asking about Zelda? It was released albeit in extremely limited suppply. They want you to buy a Wii version. I've seen both versions everywhere.... So have I, stock on the game is high. I don't see why Nintendo would not want to sell it. Because a majority of buyers still have a GameCube.
Radd Posted January 6, 2007 Posted January 6, 2007 Ishmaru, the reasoning is that Nintendo has more of a priority on selling Wii consoles, than Gamecube games. They want everyone to buy their new console so that they have a stronger chance of doing well in the new generation, and games like Zelda move consoles.
HoveringCheesecake Posted January 6, 2007 Posted January 6, 2007 I guess you just have to be accustomed to it, although I never have. When playing Halo for example, my shots were hopeful ones at best... Indeed, when I play with my buddies I usually just dual wield and hope for the best. It's nuts.
Ishimaru Posted January 6, 2007 Posted January 6, 2007 (edited) Ishmaru, the reasoning is that Nintendo has more of a priority on selling Wii consoles, than Gamecube games. They want everyone to buy their new console so that they have a stronger chance of doing well in the new generation, and games like Zelda move consoles. Yeah I know, but still a majority of Nintendo gamers still have the Gamecube, it would bring in a reasonable amount of sales. But the Wii would be a better option to focus on as you said for Nintendo since they are making major profit per system. Edited January 6, 2007 by Ishimaru
JELEINEN Posted January 7, 2007 Posted January 7, 2007 Anyone know how much EB is giving for copies of Zelda?
UN Spacy Posted January 7, 2007 Posted January 7, 2007 Anyone know how much EB is giving for copies of Zelda? I heard they're offering $37. But you could probably get more on E-Bay.
eriku Posted January 7, 2007 Posted January 7, 2007 It's still hard for me to believe Zelda is in limited supply for the Cube. Last week Target had it on sale for 39.99 and I even saw it on DeepDiscountDvd for a paltry 29.99, although it is no longer on that site.
Radd Posted January 7, 2007 Posted January 7, 2007 I guess you just have to be accustomed to it, although I never have. When playing Halo for example, my shots were hopeful ones at best... I't's not simply a matter of getting accustomed to it, you actually have less control when using a gamepad. No console FPS to date has offered the precision of playing the same game on a computer using a mouse and keyboard. That's why console FPS games have the auto-aim cranked so high.
Batou Posted January 8, 2007 Posted January 8, 2007 I't's not simply a matter of getting accustomed to it, you actually have less control when using a gamepad. No console FPS to date has offered the precision of playing the same game on a computer using a mouse and keyboard. That's why console FPS games have the auto-aim cranked so high. There was a recent article in (I think) PC Gamer where they pitted a team of veteran console die-hards vs pc players ... I think it was on HALO or HALO2. The console gamers were allowed to set the auto-aim as high as they liked, pick the maps, and every other advantage they could come up with and it made no difference whatsoever: They just got smoked by the guys using the mouse-kb setup on high-end PCs. I was a savage beating, IIRC ... Man I wish I could find a link to the article somewhere online.
Dangard Ace Posted January 9, 2007 Posted January 9, 2007 Welp.....I have now joined the Wii ranks. Now the wait for BB to ship me my toy.
UN Spacy Posted January 9, 2007 Posted January 9, 2007 http://www.gameinformer.com/News/Story/200....0136.50456.htm Nintendo opted to forego rechargeable batteries for its remote controller, but Nyko has remedied the problem with its Wii Charge Station ($29.99). The Charge Station includes two rechargeable batteries that fit directly into the Wii battery slot and feature rubberized non-slip grips. These NiMH batteries last 25 hours on a full charge, and one battery charges in four hours, both in eight hours. Two Wii-motes sit nicely while charging, and overall the slick package keeps the Wii styling together.
KiriK Posted January 9, 2007 Posted January 9, 2007 Wow!! That thing is a must have!! $30 and it includes the batteries and charge stand?? that's pretty cheap....
UN Spacy Posted January 9, 2007 Posted January 9, 2007 Anyone suprised that Nintendo has sold 4 million Wii's in just under two months? WOW! http://www.vgcharts.org/
Wes Posted January 10, 2007 Posted January 10, 2007 Anyone suprised that Nintendo has sold 4 million Wii's in just under two months? WOW! http://www.vgcharts.org/ I AM! Shoot, they're going to be the 360 in a few months!
Effect Posted January 10, 2007 Posted January 10, 2007 I have to pick up that recharger. That or buy some rechargeable batteries. It might be cheaper that way since i already have a recharger.
JELEINEN Posted January 10, 2007 Posted January 10, 2007 How long have people's batteries been lasting? I went through my first set rather quickly, but that was because I screwed up and didn't store the remotes properly (they were left in a duffel bag for a week after taking my system to a party and so the buttons were constantly pressed). My second set have lasted a good three weeks, but I don't play daily, so I have no idea what kind of life I should expect.
KiriK Posted January 10, 2007 Posted January 10, 2007 How long have people's batteries been lasting? I went through my first set rather quickly, but that was because I screwed up and didn't store the remotes properly (they were left in a duffel bag for a week after taking my system to a party and so the buttons were constantly pressed). My second set have lasted a good three weeks, but I don't play daily, so I have no idea what kind of life I should expect. yea.. the stock batteries that came with the Wiimote didn't last me very long.... dunno why, but my regular Costco Batts have been good for awhile now.. but it's only been less than 3 weeks since i've had one....
Gaijin Posted January 10, 2007 Posted January 10, 2007 My pack ins lasted a whopping 14 hours. The ENergizers in now are at the 20 hour mark and show about half charge. Seems OK on battery life so far.
UN Spacy Posted January 10, 2007 Posted January 10, 2007 How long have people's batteries been lasting? I went through my first set rather quickly, but that was because I screwed up and didn't store the remotes properly (they were left in a duffel bag for a week after taking my system to a party and so the buttons were constantly pressed). My second set have lasted a good three weeks, but I don't play daily, so I have no idea what kind of life I should expect. The batteries that Nintendo packed in lasted about a week. Now that I have rechargeables I don't have to worry as much.
bandit29 Posted January 11, 2007 Posted January 11, 2007 (edited) Better hold on to that wiimote... Samurai Warriors officially announced for the US Wii Samurai Slash headed for US Wii Edited January 11, 2007 by dejr8bud
Chowser Posted January 12, 2007 Posted January 12, 2007 two came in to my regular gamestop today, employee bought one, and my buddy bought the other one for me since i took today off work. he just beat some lady by two minutes. i'll get it from him at work tomorrow. now, what is the definitive game out right now that i should get for it?
UN Spacy Posted January 12, 2007 Posted January 12, 2007 two came in to my regular gamestop today, employee bought one, and my buddy bought the other one for me since i took today off work. he just beat some lady by two minutes. i'll get it from him at work tomorrow. now, what is the definitive game out right now that i should get for it? You mean aside from Zelda?
UN Spacy Posted January 12, 2007 Posted January 12, 2007 Looks like EA made an offer Nintendo couldn't REFUSE. This should help the kiddy image that hindered the Gamecube before RE4 came along.
UN Spacy Posted January 14, 2007 Posted January 14, 2007 Anyone getting WarioWare: Smooth Moves this Monday?
wolfx Posted January 16, 2007 Posted January 16, 2007 1st case of a Wii(Wee) related death...... that's one way i dun wanna go. http://www.gamasutra.com/php-bin/news_index.php?story=12396
Hikuro Posted January 17, 2007 Posted January 17, 2007 I'm gonna be wii'ed out for a while, I REALLYI hurt my shoulder playing Wii sports for 3 days straight.....I'm kicking ass in Boxing, Bowling and Tennise......but the bowling has really killed my right arm complete..hurts to move it much at all. I got wii elbow!!!
Fort Max Posted January 18, 2007 Posted January 18, 2007 Well I saw that news piece on the guy who reckons he got fit playing just 30 mins of Wii sports every night for a month so yeah I'm gonna give it a try myself.
Gaijin Posted January 18, 2007 Posted January 18, 2007 Well I saw that news piece on the guy who reckons he got fit playing just 30 mins of Wii sports every night for a month so yeah I'm gonna give it a try myself. Normal exercise is a hell of a lot more effective than playing "Wii Sports". Go jogging for 45 mins instead than come home and play Wii sports afterwards.
UN Spacy Posted January 20, 2007 Posted January 20, 2007 Yeah. Don't expect Wii Sports to help you shed a few pounds, but you WILL get a tad sweaty. Hahahaha. No one else go WarioWare: Smooth Moves? I just unlocked the multiplayer mode a couple of minutes ago. It'll be fun trying this out with a few friends....
Radd Posted January 21, 2007 Posted January 21, 2007 I'll be picking it up sometime this weekend, before a bunch of friends will be coming over. Also plan to pick up the new Phoenix Wright for the DS.
JELEINEN Posted January 21, 2007 Posted January 21, 2007 Yeah. Don't expect Wii Sports to help you shed a few pounds, but you WILL get a tad sweaty. Hahahaha. No one else go WarioWare: Smooth Moves? I just unlocked the multiplayer mode a couple of minutes ago. It'll be fun trying this out with a few friends.... Multiplayer has to be unlocked? That sucks.
Ishimaru Posted January 21, 2007 Posted January 21, 2007 (edited) Also plan to pick up the new Phoenix Wright for the DS. That game is must have pickup, played it for the first time and it is becoming one of my most satsiyfing games for the DS. Edited January 21, 2007 by Ishimaru
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