The Wii Thread. DECEMBER 7, $399.95

selfish · Post by **selfish** » 16 Aug 2006 08:07 pm

curse youuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu warioooooooo waaaaaaaaaaareeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

asmodeus · Post by **asmodeus** » 17 Aug 2006 01:08 am

There's been some reports saying it's confirmed that online gaming will be free (although I imagine some publishers will want to charge for play if it happens to require a centralised server, like a MMORPG if one is ever created for it)

http://www.gamasutra.com/php-bin/news_i ... tory=10480

The actual article it links to doesn't really seem like any sort of confirmation to me.

Q: A few years ago, Nintendo made a conscious decision to lie low when Microsoft introduced Xbox Live and began promoting its subscription online gaming service. In retrospect, does that look like a good decision?

A: I wasn't here. What I can tell you is the way we've approached online play now is really with a view to the masses. With Nintendo DS (a dual-screen handheld player), for example, we offer free Internet play in a wide-ranging series of games. Our focus is getting as many consumers to enjoy that online experience as possible. And we've done that.

Q: You're not pursuing a subscription model?

A: We view online gaming as essentially an enhanced way to enjoy the gaming experience and drive more sales of hardware and software.

http://www.usatoday.com/tech/gaming/200 ... o-qa_x.htm

If they go with the DS buddy code system it would be nice if the system itself had a code, so you didn't need a separate one for every game.

Rocco · Post by **Rocco** » 17 Aug 2006 02:22 am

Here you go from the same interview:

Q: How do you extend your online strategy to Wii?

A: It's the same premise. We will offer online-enabled games that the consumers will not have to pay a subscription fee for. They'll be able to enjoy that right out of the box. The Wii console is going to be Wi-Fi enabled, so essentially, you'll be able to plug it in and go. It won't have hidden fees or costs.

The whole WiiConnect24 concept sounds totally awesome

The online connection never disconnects and is on 24/7, with according to Iwata, the ability for Nintendo to send gamers downloads and updates & other promotional material whilst gamers are asleep (time zone configuration). When Nintendo have sent a download or demo, the LED lamp around the disk drive flashes to notify users that something has been sent. Iwata also gave the example that for titles like Animal Crossing, other gamers will be able to visit you’re town and interact or leave messages, even when you are sleeping or not at you’re Wii system, due to the 24 hour connection.

Additionally, WiiConect24 will also include a DS demo station channel, allowing gamers to download free monthly DS demos onto their handheld system through the Wii to DS wifi connection. Of course, virtual system downloads (nes,snes,n64,medadrive) and online gaming is also available, and some may not be aware, but web browsing is also going to be available free out of the box.

IT’S ALL FREEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!

selfish · Post by **selfish** » 17 Aug 2006 09:01 am

virtual console isn't free

and oh great, web browsing
what the hell do you think i'm writing this from, a toaster?

GreyWizzard · Post by **GreyWizzard** » 17 Aug 2006 10:21 am

I accessed the web from my DC for a good 6 months.

Yeah the code system should be console dependant, fuck codes for each damn game. That is a pain in the arse.

General Chaos · Post by **General Chaos** » 17 Aug 2006 10:34 am

Web browsing at 480p (if we're lucky). Can lick my balls!

selfish · Post by **selfish** » 17 Aug 2006 10:38 am

a good six months or a 640x480 frustrating six months?

no i don't have an hdtv

GreyWizzard · Post by **GreyWizzard** » 17 Aug 2006 10:40 am

I surfed so much porn on my 68cm tv it wasn't funny.

GreyWizzard · Post by **GreyWizzard** » 17 Aug 2006 11:18 am

They have given the Wii Sonic game it's final name.

Good bye "Sonic Wildfire" hello "Sonic and the Secret Rings".

Apparently he kills Amy while thinking he is another Hedgehog who says Sonic ripped off his story, and then buries her under some Rings.

General Chaos · Post by **General Chaos** » 17 Aug 2006 11:42 am

That made no fucking sense what so ever.

Ben · Post by **Ben** » 17 Aug 2006 11:43 am

GreyWizzard wrote:I accessed the web from my DC for a good 6 months.

But given you'd need a wireless router, or an ethernet hub to set the Wii up for internet it's probably not all that practical (or possible?) to go online with the Wii without a computer.

GreyWizzard · Post by **GreyWizzard** » 17 Aug 2006 11:50 am

No seriously, the new title for Sonic is "Sonic and The Secret Rings"

http://www.revo-europe.com/news.php?nid=9476" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

General Chaos · Post by **General Chaos** » 17 Aug 2006 11:54 am

That's fine Grey I just had no idea what you were talking about when breaking the plot down.

GreyWizzard · Post by **GreyWizzard** » 17 Aug 2006 11:59 am

I was making a reference to Secret Window with Johnny Depp. I blame my writers.

Pat · Post by **Pat** » 22 Aug 2006 11:50 am

In light of the new rumours of a $170 Wii in the USA, I'm going to guess $299 AUD at launch here.

(170 USD = 224 AUD, add GST at 10%, add warranty buffer and nearest round price is $299)

mxlegend99 · Post by **mxlegend99** » 22 Aug 2006 11:57 am

Pat wrote:In light of the new rumours of a $170 Wii in the USA, I'm going to guess $299 AUD at launch here.

(170 USD = 224 AUD, add GST at 10%, add warranty buffer and nearest round price is $299)

If so, i get one at alunch. I won't pay over $300 for it. Not even $301. Nintendo are going to be making money off it as it is. Take a loss like MS and Sony you softcocks.

Pat · Post by **Pat** » 22 Aug 2006 11:59 am

Sony and MS sell at a loss because they have huge businesses to back them up like Columbia Pictures, BMG, MGM, home entertainment, and Windows.

Nintendo just sell games and hardware.

mech · Post by **mech** » 22 Aug 2006 12:01 pm

Wasn't it $170 for Japan? I'll be surprised if it's less than $200 in the US.

Ben · Post by **Ben** » 22 Aug 2006 12:01 pm

Anyone know what the best place would be to import a yank one from? DVDBoxOffice can be fucking shit slow when it comes to posting launch consoels but other than them and Liksang I can't think of anything else off the top of my head...

Talez · Post by **Talez** » 22 Aug 2006 12:01 pm

Ben wrote:But given you'd need a wireless router, or an ethernet hub to set the Wii up for internet it's probably not all that practical (or possible?) to go online with the Wii without a computer.

Wireless modem/router = less than $199. Ethernet modem/router = less than $80 + $60 or so for the ethernet adapter.

Since the modems are configured through the web browser (which is supposedly available with the Wii) and every console since the DC has had support for PPPoE (just in case you get a Speedtouch Home) you should be fine.

The Xbox and Xbox 360 on the on the other hand >_<

Pat · Post by **Pat** » 22 Aug 2006 12:15 pm

mech wrote:Wasn't it $170 for Japan? I'll be surprised if it's less than $200 in the US.

Depends on what they bundle it with. $170 was thrown around last week as the cost of the machine, but now EA man is saying it could be the price. In practice it just gives us a lower end estimate until there's an official announcement.

Which might happen on Wednesday this week, in Leipzig.

Pat · Post by **Pat** » 22 Aug 2006 01:37 pm

Is it pretty much only myself and a handful of others who are pumped for Wii?

Talez · Post by **Talez** » 22 Aug 2006 01:46 pm

Pat wrote:Is it pretty much only myself and a handful of others who are pumping their Wiis?

Fixed!

Pat · Post by **Pat** » 22 Aug 2006 01:54 pm

selfish · Post by **selfish** » 22 Aug 2006 01:56 pm

nah i'm on a crazy edge where i don't know whether or not to be excited or scared