Hardware Why are people hating on Wii U?

the_randomizer · Jul 6, 2013

Lol at people hating on a console solely based on the fact it has less powerful hardware :rofl2:

slingblade1170 · Jul 6, 2013

People just like to complain about stuff. The Wii U is a great system with a lot of potential for greatness.

Mantis41 · Jul 6, 2013

kenenthk said:
Huh? Nintendo never really competed with Sony and M$ Otherwise they would have pushed out more HD consoles.

Exactly, so back to the "Pachter" thread. Why would the average non Nintendo fan buy a WiiU unless it was a cheap addition? I don't think Nintendo fans alone are enough to get the console moving and make it hugely successful. Then again we are probably having a discussion about nothing as most Nintendo fans probably don't give a toss if the WiiU is hugely successful or not providing Nintendo themselves still push out quality games.

natkoden · Jul 6, 2013

EzekielRage said:
I don't think it is worth the price. I own one, but it is NOT worth the 350 Euros it costs. Get the 300 Euros version instead, same thing, you will hook up an external HDD anyways. Furthermore Nintendo completely failed to provide games for the launch period - instead there were a few ugly, cheap and bad 3rd party ports all at launch that did not sell for obvious reasons. If they would have spaced out releases more instead of launching with 28 games at the start, the console would fare MUCH better.

Lucky us Nintendo now finally got the memo and releases a steady stream of games for the rest of the year, one solid game every month to be exact, starting with Pikmin in August, Wodnerful 101 in September, Wind Waker in October, Super Mario 3D World in November and Donkey Kong in December. Then there are eclusive 3rd party Titles like the two Sonic games and tons of exclusive Indie stuff of course. And then there are some solid 3rd party multiplatform attempts this year as well, with Assassins Creed, Watch Dogs, Rayman Legends on the Ubisoft Side for September, October and November and other fantastic releases like Duck Tales Remastered, Disney Infinity, Skylanders, Batman: Arkham Origins, Lego Marvel Superheroes to name a few. And of course tons of other multiplatform titles and downloadable games.

Then there is 2014 with Bayonetta 2, Smash Bros, Mario Kart and co already announced.

And don't forget a bunch of great games already out, some that would have benefited from NOT launching during the console launch and instead being spaced out between the months and some launching in between the months. Titles like Sonic and All Star Racing Transformed, Assassins Creed 3, Need for Speed Most Wanted, Zombi U, New Super Mario Bros U, Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition, Darksiders II, Ninja Gaiden III, Lego City Undercover, The Amazing Spider-Man, Resident Evil Revelations.

Sure, most of those titles are ports of older games or games you can already buy on other Systems. But still there is a TON of fun to be had with the Wii U if you take your time looking through the Library. So I took the time and compiled a LIST OF GAMES ALREADY OUT that come recommended from me for the console with reasoning. Here you go:

ZombiU - This is an exclusive launch title and a fantastic one at that. The definition of survival horror, really. Well developed and wonderfully executed.

Monster Hunter Tri - This exclusive title is not so exclusive, as it is a port of the Wii game and also has a 3DS port. i recommend the Wii U version because of the visuals and the experience on a big TV.

New Super Mario Bros. U - Do I really have to state here why a Mario game is always a good thing? This exclusive Title is classic 2D Mario in HD so what more do you want?

Scribblenauts Unlimited - This exclusive title combines creativity with excellent execution. Get this either way!

Lego City Undercover - This exclusive gem of a game is a fantastic showcase of what the Lego games are. Open world and well made, it provides fun for everyone, even you old diehard hardcorz

Sonic and All Stars Racing Transformed - This little gem is a multipaltform title. But out from the console versions, the Wii U version is the best one with an exclusive character (Mii) and the DLC already FOR FREE UNLOCKED so that you can hop right in. And this version also comes for a low price! HIGHLY recommended!

Need For Speed: Most Wanted U - The best EA game on the system, this is the very definition of how a multiplatform Port should be. With BETTER textures and lighting than the other console versions, all DLC in the game included and new features and tweaks - if you like Need for Speed, THIS is your game!

The Amazing Spider-Man: Ultimate Edition - Another fine example of a multiplatform port, this game also comes with all DLC included and the second screen is implemented well in this movie tie in that is suprisingly well made and enjoyable.

Resident Evil: Revelations - This multiplatform port of a 3DS game works best on the Wii U simply because it has the second screen setup from the 3DS version. If you never played the 3DS game get this one, it is more like Resident Evil 4 and less like the other, new games that are complete crap.

Injustice - Gods among us - A multiplatform fighter from teh creators of Mortal Kombat with DC characters like batman and Superman.

Dungeons and Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara - And now we are on to eShop titles. This is a classic oldschool arcade beat 'em up. If you like that, get this!

Little Inferno - A very creative eShop Title that comes at a cheap prize and comes recommended because of its interesting design.

Nano Assault Neo - This eShop game is a simple yet well amde vertical scrolling Shoot 'em Up. If you like flying as a spaceship (or in that case nanoship) and blowing up aliens (Microbes) this is your thing!

As said, those are games already out. I have NOT listed a few good games that are sequels to other games that are not available on the Wii U because I usually buy those games on a system where I have the previous parts on. That does not mean they are bad, just that i haven't played the Wii U version. Of all the games mentioned above, I have played them all for at least an hour. (Not all of them on Wii U) With that being said, I guess if you own all those titles you should not have a problem with the console^^

Who told you Scribblenauts Unlimited was exclusive? Its not.

EyeZ · Jul 6, 2013

Mantis41 said:
don't give a toss if the WiiU is hugely successful or not providing Nintendo themselves still push out quality games.

My reason for purchasing the Wii U, I enjoy playing big N's titles.

EzekielRage · Jul 6, 2013

Scribblenauts is console exclusive for Wii U and 3DS. There is a PC version but no version for PS3, XBox 360 or their successors.

K3Nv2 · Jul 6, 2013

Mantis41 said:
Exactly, so back to the other thread. Why would the average non Nintendo fan buy a WiiU unless it was a cheap addition? I don't think Nintendo fans alone are enough to get the console moving and make it hugely successful. Then again we are probably having a discussion about nothing as most Nintendo fans probably don't give a toss if the WiiU is hugely successful or not providing Nintendo themselves still push out quality games.

For their kids? It's also more then liekly going to be the first console that supports bootable isos

natkoden · Jul 6, 2013

EzekielRage said:
Scribblenauts is console exclusive for Wii U and 3DS. There is a PC version but no version for PS3, XBox 360 or their successors.

not exclusive then

DiscostewSM · Jul 6, 2013

It's not the Wii U that's the problem. It's impatient, stuck-up, spoiled brats that have nothing better to do than to go online and complain about life. They just find the Wii U an easy target to take out their frustration on.

uyjulian · Jul 9, 2013

did you know Nintendo is selling at a loss? the hardware is expensive you know...

EzekielRage · Jul 9, 2013

Not a loss. They are selling at no profit - NOT the same thing as a loss.
Still they need to sell more. Reggie said if somebody buys a Wii U and ONE game, they make a profit. I guess that's why they push the Nintendoland package...

SolidSnake95 · Jul 9, 2013

Chary said:
Low/mediocre sales, compared to other consoles make people want to gloat. This happens with every console. Don't take the hating to heart.

Which is funny that you say that because the WiiU sold more units in 4 months then the PS3/360 did in their 4 months.

Get your facts straight.

Jaems · Jul 9, 2013

I don't hate the Wii U, although as a former massive Nintendo fanboy, I do hold some resentment towards Nintendo after years of some form of blind loyalty for them. The Wii U, to me, doesn't seem like a very viable gaming platform, especially if you can only afford one of the next-gen consoles.

Besides the obvious lack of third-party support, Nintendo doesn't really seem to want to evolve as software developers. There is nothing more frustrating than hearing, "Give me new Mario, Zelda, Smash Bros, X, Y, Z, and I'll be happy." I'd like a Nintendo generation with minimal Mario, Zelda, and casual-targeted garbage. And perhaps finally some new IPs?

emigre · Jul 9, 2013

Jaems said:
Besides the obvious lack of third-party support, Nintendo doesn't really seem to want to evolve as software developers. There is nothing more frustrating than hearing, "Give me new Mario, Zelda, Smash Bros, X, Y, Z, and I'll be happy." I'd like a Nintendo generation with minimal Mario, Zelda, and casual-targeted garbage. And perhaps finally some new IPs?

I would love to to see Nintendo do a game like the The last of Us. Something completely out of their comfort zone would be interesting to see.

EzekielRage · Jul 9, 2013

I agree. And if they are scared of it, why not outsource it to Retro Studios instead of having them rehash Donkey Kong...

Dork · Jul 9, 2013

People aren't hating on the Wii U, at least not here. You're just taking joke posts seriously.

the_randomizer · Jul 9, 2013

Dark S. said:
People aren't hating on the Wii U, at least not here. You're just taking joke posts seriously.

IGN on the other hand

beta4attack · Jul 9, 2013

Who cares? Let the haters hate while patient Wii U owners just have fun on their console. It's just like the 3DS situation all over again, and they will turn it around. And even if they don't, only time will tell who's right and who's wrong, in the mean time, just enjoy your games that are their main purpose is to have FUN (which people seem to forget these days) instead of complaining. The ones who are complaining are mostly (but I could be wrong, of course) are the ones who compare it to other consoles and/or Nintendo didn't give them what they EXACTLY have in mind. For the former point, people should NOT compare to consoles together! I mean, what's the benefit of console wars? You enjoy your console of choice, I chose mine, why can't we just have fun together and co-exist? Gamers should respect each other no matter what games or consoles they like. And why hate on any company? It's not like they killed your family or something! As for the latter point, gamers should know that not always do they have to get everything and anything they imagine, no one can just satisfy all people at once. Feel free to correct anything wrong I said.

Chary · Jul 9, 2013

SolidSnake95 said:
Which is funny that you say that because the WiiU sold more units in 4 months then the PS3/360 did in their 4 months.

Get your facts straight.

Yeesh. It doesn't MATTER that if WiiU sold more, I'm answering what the OP asked, "Why the hate?". Regardless of sales, it did not stack up to what Nintendo wanted, thus the 'public mindset' being "It sold low".

JoostinOnline · Jul 9, 2013

EzekielRage said:
Not a loss. They are selling at no profit - NOT the same thing as a loss.
Still they need to sell more. Reggie said if somebody buys a Wii U and ONE game, they make a profit. I guess that's why they push the Nintendoland package...

Reggie said at a loss. The difference is somewhere between $0.01 and $59.98.

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