and make the 3DS version basically useless?
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WiiU games with Off TV Play
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and make the 3DS version basically useless?
friskykillface
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wii vc games would have been so amazing on the pad , oh wellhonestly didn't know about Assassins creed 3 and scribblenauts being off tv too, might get those two down the line, also tekken
off tv play is gonna be huge for me
So how did you expect games like zombi u to work ?
I like it!
I am going to take my 3DS version on the road..
that's for sure mate. Yet I can only imagine the variety of situations in which a lot of pissed off people would find themselves into
and we can already include Smash Bros 4 as a having no-padplay feature, probably
You could almost think of the Gamepad as one of those too... not every game brought to Wii-U *has to* devote all the computational power towards supporting the more complex features of the touchscreen and 2nd projection
TheLastCandle
Member
I'm so disappointed with this. Wanted to attack my backlog in bed, and some Dokapon Kingdom on the shitter would be lovely.
Oh well, maybe one day.
gamergirly
Member
I really, really hope they can find a way to do VC on the Wii U and then on the Gamepad
TheGreatMightyPoo
Banned
I heard it only takes two lines of code.
ii Stryker
Banned
this post is full of awesome!
This is probably the coolest feature of the Wii U imo, but doesn't it kinda downplay the systems biggest differentiator? (second screen aspect)
If all these developers are making sure their games work on a regular single screen experience that kind of defeats the point of the GamePad.
If all these developers are making sure their games work on a regular single screen experience that kind of defeats the point of the GamePad.
WrenchNinja
Member
Im only getting games with off tv play. Really is the best feature with the pad.
shadyspace
Banned
Yeah this is certainly a worry of mine.
brandonh83
Banned
I completely agree. The idea of being able to play my VC games on the gamepad thrills me. Imagining playing something like Super Metroid on that thing... damn.
andthebeatgoeson
Junior Member
Solidifies Batman for me and I'll wait on reviews for ass creed and epic Mickey.
Nope, it's not mandatory but a cool feature that addresses a real issue (playing video games on a tv when other people want to use the same tv). It probably increases the amount of video game playing in a time where other activities easily distract from if.
TheGreatMightyPoo
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I just look at it as flexibility.
Some liken the system to a larger scale DS and as you know, the majority of the games didn't make amazing uses of the two screens so if this happens with Gamepad, at least limited portability will be an added bonus for those developers that can't wrack their brains hard enough to really utilize the controller.
Your point makes sense though.
playingwithfire
Member
This NEEDS to happen. I want Gamecube games on the VC, and I want to play Wind Waker in bed.
TheGreatMightyPoo
Banned
Just redo the graphics like Galaxy did for that Super Mario 64 level and instant top seller.
The Mana Legend
Banned
You seriously expected OG Wii games to be compatible? I understand Virtal Console/Wiiware games, but Wii games themselves? That would require a ton of reprogramming with the original games I imagine, which would be made infinitely more annoying by the games being physical copies and the Wii's awful patching system.
dsmoke1986
Member
That's what I am wondering...How far can the controller be from the system?
Could you be playing initially in the basement, then put off tv play on, then walk to your upstairs to play?
It's a super interesting proposition.
From various impressions on the web, it appears to be about 20-25 feet. For my apartment that pretty much means anywhere, but for those in a bigger home this will pose some limitations.
I nearly forgot about this feature, and now I'm salivating over the prospect of playing Tekken Tag 2 at my desk on the tablet. Yep, I think I'll pick up the system (if it can still be found anywhere...)
Macho Madness
Member
There's a Kotaku article about it with a picture to demonstrate the distance you can play but I can't find it now.
Macho Madness
Member
I'm more interested in what happens when you hit your distance limit. Does the system shut off or just prompt you?
It seems it's technically possible.
From the Iwata asks Wii U GamePad
Apparently that's why they redesigned the Gamepad to be more ergonomic after first showing it off at E3 2011.
Hopefully sometime soon after launch, Nintendo will decide that getting VC games playable on the Gamepad should be a top priority.
dsmoke1986
Member
I agree with you...Might hurt the true innovation of having that 2nd screen.
dsmoke1986
Member
Hopefully a prompt at least, as that would suck if it would just shut off.
Considering it's a stream, my guess is that you will get jumpy playback followed by a signal loss message. I'm assuming the console will automatically pause the game if it loses connection with the controller during single player games.
SpacePirate Ridley
Member
This, they need to patch it.
I would play endless ocean on my bed, or beat again xenoblade. My Wii backlog would be played every night.
At the small screen means no jaggiefest whatsoever.
Would be amazing.
What the f?
There's Wii version AND Wii U version of virtual console? They are not the same thing? So the Super Mario World I bought for Wii VC will not be as featured as the one that will eventually come to Wii U VC (assume it will have Off-TV mode)???!
There's Wii version AND Wii U version of virtual console? They are not the same thing? So the Super Mario World I bought for Wii VC will not be as featured as the one that will eventually come to Wii U VC (assume it will have Off-TV mode)???!
Wii games itself is only normal, VC however is just a very bad decision.
I bet it's because they don't want to eat into 3DS's VC (at least if they ever decide to add some content)
dsmoke1986
Member
That makes sense, and would be totally acceptable...wow, this is a really cool feature that I didn't know was included on almost every game.
I would use this a ton with wifey and the kid always hoarding the TV.
For the distance issue , if u really want to play your games in the toilet, just plug your console nearer to your bathroom. U don't need to stick your console next to the TV. U don't even need a TV at all.
In fact u could even plug & leave your Wii U console in the bathroom permanently. It's not taking up much space.
In fact u could even plug & leave your Wii U console in the bathroom permanently. It's not taking up much space.
It's dependent on the game. Most will have off-screen, but certain games that make unique use of the dual screen setup (Zombi U) aren't forced to drastically change their game concept to allow for only 1 screen, too. Otherwise innovation would be nerfed. Really wish this was on the box. "Off screen supported," or whatever.
Nemo said:
Could it be because Virtual Console games ARE Wii software and were coded as such? Once you accept that Wii games won't stream, you have to realize that VC are Wii games too and there's nothing devious about it (at least yet).
We'll see how they handle updates, assuming they realize that's too much of an opportunity to pass up. They'll probably trickle out the more popular ones, while obscurities will remain Wii only. Main question is if we'll have to repurchase for the U version... again, assuming Wii U versions will exist.
GiantEnemyGoomba
Member
Rosti definitely needs to put this in the launch thread.
Classic_Gs
Member
Agreed. WTH?
metalslimer
Member
How would you play games that actually use the gamepad for more than just maps and inventory? Ports will probably all have off screen play while games built from the ground up most likely won't
what the shit.
plagiarize
Banned
so long as that room is adjacent to the room with your Wii U in, it should work that way.
Why would you do that?
Member
Assuming Nintendo will have a Wii U virtual console, the hope is that Nintendo will allow for the easy and free transfer of Wii-mode VC games to Wii U-mode, which will likely include things like the off-TV mode and maybe save states.