Nintendo Thread: Nintendo Direct Mini 03/26/2020

Which Pokémon game will you be buying?

  • Let's Go Pikachu!

    Votes: 13 46.4%
  • Let's Go Eevee!

    Votes: 3 10.7%
  • Both!

    Votes: 4 14.3%
  • None!

    Votes: 8 28.6%
  • O.0

    Votes: 0 0.0%

  • Total voters
    28
  • Poll closed .
pretty much opinionated question, but should I buy the wii u now or wait until the software update?

Been seeing a 32gb on craigslist for around $270

Not sure if I should go for it or if I should wait it out some more. I do plan on getting one eventually.

What do you guys think?

For the people that have the wii u any problems yet?

As much as I love my Wii U, I would advise waiting until the end of March.
Nintendo said that they wont be dropping any first party software until then, and after that they will be releasing content throughout the whole year steadily.

As far as problems go, the only time I had a problem was when I was exiting a game and te system froze, but that was before the patch.

And with Rayman being delayed for 8 months :{ there isnt much happening until March like I stated.
 
Nintendo is holding yet another Nintendo direct tomorrow @ 6AM PT/9AM EST and will focus on both 3DS & Wii U.

The last Direct was great so I hope they can keep it going, no doubt this is probably being done to try and combat the PS4 announcement coming.

On another note, even though Ubisoft ****** over Wii U owners it looks like they will be bringing Watch Dogs to the system according to a reserve list. I rember saying it the 2012 E3 thread that the Wii U fits perfectly with the game cause of the Gamepad.

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A good amount of info was revealed today as far as 3DS goes, Wii U took the backseat this time.
Nintendo announced today that next week they'll have another Nintendo Direct that focuses on 3rd party titles for the 3DS.

The European and Japanese versions were different so the info varies depending on where you're from.

Europe is getting a Wii U and 3DS Monster Hunter Ultimate bundle pack, they'll also get a Fire Emblem 3DSXL bundle pack, and also getting a Black and White (separate) 3DSXL this year.

Didn't really pay attention the Japanese version much.

These are the main points from the Direct.

The Year of Luigi
Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon: The game that kicks off the Year of Luigi launches March 24 and will include additional multiplayer modes beyond the previously revealed Hunter Mode. Up to four players with their own Nintendo 3DS systems can team up via local wireless, pair up in Download Play or connect over the Internet to escape each floor within the time limit in Rush Mode and search for the hidden ghost dogs in Polterpup Mode (up to four game cards may be required).

Mario & Luigi: Dream Team: A new installment in the Mario & Luigi role-playing series is coming to Nintendo 3DS this summer. The game takes place inside the mind of a sleeping Luigi, who is a powerful, brave hero in his dreams.

New Super Luigi U: To continue the fun of New Super Mario Bros. U for Wii U, Nintendo is letting Luigi take over in new downloadable content that is coming in the Year of Luigi that provides alternate versions of the game’s more than 80 stages. Players can freely change between the New Super Luigi U and New Super Mario Bros. Ustages. These Luigi-focused stages provide a whole new level of game-play challenge and will be available for purchase as a single download.

Fore!: Luigi and his Mushroom Kingdom neighbors are teeing up once again in Mario Golf: World Tour. The Nintendo 3DS game includes both simple controls and a deeper experience for golf fans, plus courses that range from traditional to those inspired by the Mushroom Kingdom. The game launches this summer.

Nintendo 3DS

Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D: The smash-hit Wii game is getting a portable 3D makeover that makes the already-amazing layered graphics pop. The game launches this summer, but an exclusive 3D video is available now in the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS.

Turning Over a New Leaf: Animal Crossing: New Leaf launches in North America on June 9. It is the definitive version of Animal Crossing, with new features and general improvements across the entire game, including new species of animal neighbors, new ways to customize your house and town, and a new main street shopping area and model home showcase.

Animal Style: Style Savvy: Trendsetters is getting the Gracie Grace line of clothes, inspired by the fashion-forward giraffe from the Animal Crossing series. Owners ofStyle Savvy: Trendsetters can download the trendy free clothes via SpotPass. Additional fashions are planned to arrive via SpotPass, including in-game fashions based on the popular Japanese brand Liz Lisa.

The Chase Begins: LEGO[emoji]174[/emoji] City Undercover: The Chase Begins launches April 21. The game is set two years prior to the action of the Wii U game, and follows the first case of rookie cop Chase McCain in a still-growing and -developing LEGO City.

Downloadable Games: Nintendo announced a number of new games coming to the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS, including Mario and Donkey Kong: Minis on the Move (coming soon), Dillon’s Rolling Western: The Last Ranger (coming April 11), HarmoKnight from Game Freak (demo available March 14, full game on March 28) andKersploosh! (coming March 7).

Spreading Like Fire Emblem: Two new downloadable maps are now available for purchase at the Outrealm Gate on the world map in Fire Emblem Awakening. For $2.50, the Champions of Yore 3 map lets players battle against legendary characters such as Marth, Roy and Ike. Players who have already purchased the Champions of Yore map pack can now access this new map to earn a new playable character named Michaiah and a special skill that will increase all of a character’s stats by two points. The Golden Gaffe map is the first in a second set of three maps, and is also now available for $2.50. It pits players against a group of very wealthy enemies, and is a great way to earn gold. Nintendo plans to release fresh downloadable content in the weeks and months ahead to keep the adventure going with more playable characters and class types. The Champions of Yore 1 map is available as a free download through March 6.

Virtual Console: Two classic Game Boy Color games from Natsume, Harvest Moon and Legend of the River King, are on their way to the Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console in the coming months.

Buy and Register Nintendo 3DS XL, Get a Free Game: As a special promotion for people who have not yet purchased a Nintendo 3DS XL system, anyone who registers a Nintendo 3DS XL and either Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon or Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity between March 21 and April 30 will receive a code to download one of these five great games for free from the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS: Super Mario 3D Land, Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask, Art Academy: Lessons for Everyone!, Star Fox 64 3D or Freakyforms Deluxe: Your Creations, Alive! For more information.

Nintendo eShop Sale: Nintendo 3DS owners can now buy and download select games from the Nintendo eShop at a discounted price for a limited time. These includeBIT.TRIP SAGA from Aksys Games; Crashmo, Sakura Samurai: Art of the Sword and Ketzal’s Corridors from Nintendo; Fractured Soul from Endgame Studios; and Mutant Mudds from Renegade Kid. One game will be available at the reduced price each week.

Castlevania Demo: A demo of Konami’s Castlevania: Lords of Shadow: Mirror of Fate hits the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS on Feb. 28. The full digital game download launches on March 5.

Wii U

Zelda Miiverse Community: Nintendo is launching a Miiverse community dedicated to The Legend of Zelda series today, letting fans discuss the past, present and future of this timeless franchise.

LEGO[emoji]174[/emoji] City Comes to Life: LEGO City[emoji]174[/emoji] Undercover launches March 18. Nintendo revealed some new sections of the game, including LEGO City Airport, Kings Court and Paradise Sands.

City Mapping: The Wii Street U powered by Google application is now available as a free download for a limited time from the Nintendo eShop for Wii U. The application taps into the Google Maps service and allows users to get a 360-degree view of locations around the world using the Wii U GamePad.

Razor’s Update: A new, free update to Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor’s Edge later this month includes one new costume each for Ryu Hayabusa, Ayane, Momiji and Kasumi, as well as 25 new Ninja Trials missions.

Third-Party Games:

BIT.TRIP Presents… Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien from Gaijin Games is coming to Wii U in February. It features narration by Charles Martinet, and a demo is planned for the Nintendo eShop soon.

This month, Zen Pinball 2 from Zen Studios introduces a number of pinball tables, including Marvel Pinball and Plants vs. Zombies Pinball. The game will be available as a free download in the Nintendo eShop for Wii U with additional tables available for purchase.

Soon Two Tribes will release Toki Tori 2, a puzzle/platforming game that will support off-TV game play on the Wii U GamePad. A level editor will be released at a later date.

Need for Speed Most Wanted U from EA is arriving on Wii U on March 19 as the first third-party title to incorporate Miiverse functionality into the game play. Exclusive features include a new Co-Driver mode for local co-op play, Off-TV mode to play on the Wii U GamePad and the Ultimate Speed Pack included at no additional charge. The Ultimate Speed Pack includes 25 additional High Speed Races and Speed Runs, five of the world’s fastest production cars and more than 70 new speed-themed milestones, plus stacks of additional rewards and unlocks.

The Walking Dead: Survival Instinct from Activision is coming to Wii U on March 26 with a unique style of game play that blends first-person action with resource management for a focus on surviving the undead nightmare.

Injustice: Gods Among Us from Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment launches on April 16. The game includes Off-TV play and lets players battle as some of their favorite heroes and villains, like Batman, The Flash, Superman, The Joker, Lex Luthor and Wonder Woman.

Coming to Wii U and Nintendo 3DS

Capcom’s Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate launches for both Wii U and Nintendo 3DS on March 19. A Wii U player can connect with up to three Nintendo 3DS players to create a hunting party. People can play the game on Wii U and then transfer their data to the Nintendo 3DS to continue the hunt. A demo will be available in the Nintendo eShop on both platforms on Feb. 21.

Disney Infinity from Disney Interactive is coming to Wii U and Wii this summer. For the first time, players will use real-world interactive figures to activate original, story-driven adventures in the game worlds, also known as “Play Sets.” At any time, players can also access their personal “Toy Box” and use the items to create one-of-a-kind Disney adventures featuring any combination of characters, environments and items across all franchises featured in the game. Disney Infinity will also be available on Nintendo 3DS.
 
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Since they already talked about Zelda in their previous Direct, I don't think they'll have any new info until E3, which is when I think we'll see trailers/screens for the new Zelda and WW remake.

Smash Bros. will probably be the same, we wont get any new info until E3 or around that time, all I know is that Nintendo is setting itself up for a huge Summer with everything they have releasing on 3DS and Wii U and they're E3 showing.

And then you have the Holiday season which Nintendo always seems to do great numbers, I'm pretty sure either Mario Kart or 3D Mario will come out then with some sort of bundle like always.
 
That game is gonna be sick with the gamepad integrated into the gameplay.

For anyone looking to buy Monster Hunter Ultimate for Wii U, you can buy it off the Capcom store and they give you a free classic controller pro.
There's also a demo for the game on both the Wii U & 3DS Eshops.
 
Need for Speed: Most Wanted - Wii U Developer Commentary




I hope the Wii U gets more multi-plats with this same attention o detail. This video demonstrates why I feel the Wii U differentiates itself from other consoles. Creative and intuitive gamepad integration is the key to the Wii U's long term success.
 
need some smash 3ds info! 8o im looking foward to that dk country returns for the 3ds though :smokin didnt have a wii so didnt get a chance to play.
 
Sadly I don't think we'll get any info on Smash until E3 when they reveal "screens" of it.
After that they may update the Smash Bros. Dojo website or just make a new one and reveal info through there.
But now that Nintendo has MiiVerse, they'll probably open up a community for the game and give updates through it straight to the player.
 
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Had my Wii U since launch, finally opened it this weekend! I LOVE THIS THING!!!!!!! Love all the features with the system, controller and tv. Haven't really played any games yet, been using all the other features ha!
 
^^Yeah you are better off using this for your TV remote than your actual TV remote. Its already good, but imagine when its fully functional with all the updates. i use mine to find out whats currently playing on TV and just switched to those channels instantly instead of surfing.
 
^^ earthbound's coming to the vc, I'll finally get to play this game. Plus they announced a lot of 3ds games today, including a direct sequel to A Link To The Past, which looks amazing. I can't wait until they announce some more wii u games, E3 is going to be big for all 3 this year
 
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To elaborate more on what The 2nd Coming said, when Nintendo launched their 30 cent Virtual Console promotion for the 30 year anniversary of the Famicon Nintendo only released Mother 2 for Japan, so ALOT of people went on MiiVerse to let Nintendo know that they wanted it to come to America/Europe also.
Nintendo listened and now they're releasing it this year.

This is the whole Nintendo Direct from this morning, alot of new information was given and a handful of new announcements.
 
Yup, I'll be getting that and Deus Ex when they launch.

Nintendo just launched Miiverse on the web but it seems to be in beta atm since you can't do certain things.
https://miiverse.nintendo.net/

When Miiverse becomes a complete experience, I can see it competing with the PS4's share feature if they implement some sort of video capturing.
 
Waiting for the Wii U to price drop.

Copping a new 3ds when Pokemon X & Y drop.

Excited for Mario & Luigi :Dream Team
 
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