[AceBandage]

I think if any THQ game is featured especially at Nintendo's conference it'll be the unannounced exclusive rather than a multi-platform game like Darksiders 2 or Metro: Last Light.

Was it THQ or another company that had a Wii U Exclusive listed on their job postings?

Ok, I have material ready for the next iteration of the thread. Should there be some tag line or should we go clean?

Of course there needs to be a tag line.
And it needs to be perfect.

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

Of course there needs to be a tag line. And it needs to be perfect.

Wii Speculation Thread V: Metroid almost Prime time

[udivision]

Wii U Speculation thread IV: WHIT WUST SIT WUST

What Happens In The Wii U Speculation Thread Stays In The Wii U Speculation Thread

[Antioch]

Wii U Speculation thread V: Dawn of the Final Thread
Wii U Speculation thread V: Now you're speculating with Power!

Was it THQ or another company that had a Wii U Exclusive listed on their job postings?

It was THQ, some pages ago we speculated here that this exclusive may also be linked to a trademark of the name '1666', which I personally thought may be Patrice Desilets' new game (the creator of Assassin's Creed). I wouldn't be surprised at all if this turned out to be the case and Nintendo is co-publishing a high-profile game with THQ, we'll see I guess.

[Shikamaru Ninja]

Wii Speculation Thread V: Metroid almost Prime time

Now that is false advertising!

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

Now that is false advertising!

No Prime from Retro confirmed:[

Or you are taking a cheapshot at the series. If that's the case, remember folks, he likes Steel Diver!!!!!!!!

[Triton55]

Now that is false advertising!

Metroid Prime 4 deconfirmed for Wii U Launch D:

Edit: You guys are too fast

[Log4Girlz]

Wii Speculation Thread V: Yes, we've gone through 4 goddamn threads

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

Wii Speculation Thread V: Yes, we've gone through 4 goddamn threads

Thta could get the mature crowd on board.

[majortom1981]

Engadget posted the links to the wii U controllers patent pages

http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/04/n...wii-u-patents/

They left it so the screen size can be changed ,. It also explains what the tablet controller has in it electronics wise.

[AceBandage]

Thta could get the mature crowd on board.

We'll have to change "Damn" to "No" for the international version.

[Disorientator]

Wii U Speculation thread V: Time to stop speculating

[Shikamaru Ninja]

No Prime from Retro confirmed:[ Or you are taking a cheapshot at the series. If that's the case, remember folks, he likes Steel Diver!!!!!!!!

I liked Steel Diver until it was released. And despised Miyamoto when I read it was his fault for halting the director.

But you aren't really expecting a Metroid Prime 4 are you? Just looking at the hirings alone, I would suggest you expect Prime quality towards a new type of game that has broader appeal to western masses. Most probably a new FPS. A new bioshock/systemshock/perfect dark/ etc of this era.

[Truth101]

I still like the title

Wii U Speculation thread V: Satterfield was right, "I am excite."

[daakusedo]

Don't bother creating a tagline it will be changed.

[gashikunFLCL]

Wii U Speculation thread V: One week or Bust! Gotta keep the momentum.

Edit:

Don't bother creating a tagline it will be changed.

Already made the sugestion Wii U Speculation thread V: Can a mod please rename the title?

[Conor 419]

I reckon we'll blast through 400 pages in one day at some point.

[Cheesecakebobby]

The EDGE thread for the latest issue mentions the interview with Miyamoto but doesn't list any details. I'd expect a tidbit or two about Wii u in there...

[IdeaMan]

Seriously, when you take a look at websites dedicated to the industry, you can only be shocked by the amount of people leaving even big & reputable studios, to jump to the Indie trend.

I'm not even sure now if it's a good move to apply to these companies rather than searching a fun & healthy little indie team to work with. But the difference of resources is always worrying me, the history shows that deep titles with polished background, writing, complex graphics and intricate gameplay, originates more from the first than the latter.

Further during the lifespan of the Wii U, we could really expect a shift in the ratio between classic retail games with large means and more intimate digital distributed ones. I'm picturing rather well a 2015 gamer buying 2 or 3 Nintendo software, then completing its library-for-the-year with 15 downloads, 12 of them being indie "small" games, and 3 more rich but only available through the future eShop.

(obviously, i over-use quoting marks because it's more complicated that "indie = small downloadable games" "big studios = big budget retail one")

[Demon Lizardman]

Wii U Speculation thread V: Nintendo's situation is just likes the Wii's all over again, so stop speculating!

[Power Stranger]

Wii U Speculation Thread V: because Cryogenics is expensive.

EDIT: For those who lack the funds and resources to be frozen in time.

Or I like Wii Speculation Thread V: Iwata:
(laughs)

[PSFan]

Wii U Speculation Thread V: Only (insert X) amount of days left until E3!

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

But you aren't really expecting a Metroid Prime 4 are you?

Not really, I was 50/50 on that being Retro's game.

I'd be as cool if not cooler with them doing a sequel to Donkey Kong Country Returns or a new IP along the lines you mentioned.

The former seems unlikely(a shame) but the latter would be exciting.....though risky.

[HylianTom]

Don't bother creating a tagline it will be changed.

Yup. I like the fun here of pitching new taglines, but some mod will come along put his/her own in place.
Dreamcast references, memes and photoshops.. *sigh*

[BD1]

Nintendo has money to spare and wants partner with 3rd parties, and if a big 3rd party needs money right now, it'd be THQ. I could see Nintendo producing a game with one of THQs prominent studios, possibly with the option to buy the studio. Similar to the deals they have with KoeiTecmo or the Monolith situation.

Makes a lot of sense. With Retro, a resurrected NST, close partnership with studios like Monster/Next Level games, rekindled relationship with Silicon Knights (?) and then buying another established studio from THQ, Nintendo would have a pretty strong western roster of developers. Iwata might finally find the mega western hit he's been craving.

But which THQ studio would they want?

[AceBandage]

Makes a lot of sense. With Retro, a resurrected NST, close partnership with studios like Monster/Next Level games, rekindled relationship with Silicon Knights (?) and then buying another established studio from THQ, Nintendo would have a pretty strong western roster of developers. Iwata might finally find the mega western hit he's been craving. But which THQ studio would they want?

Relic. Oh please Relic.

[Thunder Monkey]

If I made the thread the OP would be "There's info out there, look it up yah lazy bastich!"

Because I've been reading too much Lobo.

[SolidSnakex]

But which THQ studio would they want?

All of them have some real value. THQ Montreal is probably the most interesting one because it's lead by Patrice Désilets (the creator of Assassin's Creed). But you also have Vigil (Darksiders), Volition (Saints Row) and Relic (Warhammer and Company of Heroes).

[EatChildren]

Makes a lot of sense. With Retro, a resurrected NST, close partnership with studios like Monster/Next Level games, rekindled relationship with Silicon Knights (?) and then buying another established studio from THQ, Nintendo would have a pretty strong western roster of developers. Iwata might finally find the mega western hit he's been craving. But which THQ studio would they want?

I don't think Nintendo will ever 'buy' a studio again. Or engage in long term second party contractual work like Rare and Silicon Knights. They've been burned too many times.

Most likely, if they're working closely with Western studios and publishers, it will be on a per-game basis. EG: Silicon Knights making Eternal Darkness Wii U, and some exclusive stuff or content from THQ. But no massive buyouts.

[?oe?oe]

Wii U Speculation Thread V: Discussions from the first speculation thread

[Thrillhouse]

Wii U Speculation Thread V: Come on...Come on... (Cartman voice)

[Log4Girlz]

Wii U Speculation Thread V: Nintendo, Pls

[?oe?oe]

Wii U Speculation Thread V: Nintendo, Pls

Winner, winner, chicken dinner!

[wsippel]

I don't think Nintendo will ever 'buy' a studio again. Or engage in long term second party contractual work like Rare and Silicon Knights. They've been burned too many times. Most likely, if they're working closely with Western studios and publishers, it will be on a per-game basis. EG: Silicon Knights making Eternal Darkness Wii U, and some exclusive stuff or content from THQ. But no massive buyouts.

I wouldn't say they won't ever buy a studio again, but they'd probably do one or two games with them first to see if their philosophies are compatible. The last company they acquired was MobiClip - obviously not a game developer, but a development house nevertheless. And they didn't close shop, so it wasn't just to transfer technology and patents over. Per game contracts are a lot more likely, though.

[Disorientator]

From here. (a BNP Paribas report)

Do they know something we -or I if I'm late to the news again- don't? (though I doubt it if they "think" competitors won't launch anything in 2012)

I thought the "slogan" was "In Time For Year-End Holiday Season".

Or maybe just an error.

[HylianTom]

I wouldn't say they won't ever buy a studio again, but they'd probably do one or two games with them first to see if their philosophies are compatible. The last company they acquired was MobiClip - obviously not a game developer, but a development house nevertheless. And they didn't close shop, so it wasn't just to transfer technology and patents over. Per game contracts are a lot more likely, though.

True. We've seen them poaching talent over the past year, plucking notable developers from various studios to bring into the fold within Nintendo's own development houses. I'll bet that they continue this habit along with special projects coordinated with outside parties. Seems to be working pretty well.

[Power Stranger]

Wii U Speculation Thread V: Doom and Gloom until June

Wii U Speculation Thread V: Rumored needles in theoretical haystacks.

Wii U Speculation Thread V: Eagerly anticipati
ng inevitable disappointment.

Wii U Speculation Thread V: This time for real, guys.

[Krev]

I wasn't here at the time but did any of the Aries Wii rumor stuff get discussed on gaf? If so does anyone have a link? That would be an interesting topic to read.

Aries was PhoenixDark.

[Jethro]

Wii U Speculation Thread V: Screw you Nintendo for not helping Free Radical Design

[BD1]

From here. (a BNP Paribas report) Do they know something we don't? (though I doubt it if they "think" competitors won't launch anything in 2012) I thought the "slogan" was "In Time For Year-End Holiday Season". Or maybe just an error.

I think there is some lost in translation here, since nothing has been officially confirmed other than it will launch before the end of 2012. I think it's a safe bet that it will be November though.

[EatChildren]

I wouldn't say they won't ever buy a studio again, but they'd probably do one or two games with them first to see if their philosophies are compatible. The last company they acquired was MobiClip - obviously not a game developer, but a development house nevertheless. And they didn't close shop, so it wasn't just to transfer technology and patents over. Per game contracts are a lot more likely, though.

Pretty much. If Nintendo buys a studio, it will be the end point of several successful projects. They're unlikely to forge long term second partner agreements, instead work on a project-by-project basis for partnerships.

It's more economic, less risky, opens more doors, and they still get what they want in the end. And, if it goes smoothly over and over, they can look towards putting down big dollars for the whole package.

I thought the "slogan" was "In Time For Year-End Holiday Season". Or maybe just an error.

I'm banking on the 2012 holiday seasons. Seems like the most reasonable release period. Full reveal at E3 2012, a few months worth of hard marketing, and a holiday launch.

[Disorientator]

I think there is some lost in translation here, since nothing has been officially confirmed other than it will launch before the end of 2012. I think it's a safe bet that it will be November though.

I'm banking on the 2012 holiday seasons. Seems like the most reasonable release period. Full reveal at E3 2012, a few months worth of hard marketing, and a holiday launch.

Was hoping for a miracle damn it ;p

[Log4Girlz]

Wii U Speculation Thread V: Ph'nglui mglw'nafh Cthulhu R'lyeh wgah'nagl fhtagn

[Mihael Mello Keehl]

Or I like "Wii U Speculation Thread V? Iwata: *laughs*"

Fixed that for you lol

[Javier]

Wii U Speculation Thread VI: Woah, Thread V is Already Over?

[PogiJones]

I don't think Nintendo will ever 'buy' a studio again. Or engage in long term second party contractual work like Rare and Silicon Knights. They've been burned too many times. Most likely, if they're working closely with Western studios and publishers, it will be on a per-game basis. EG: Silicon Knights making Eternal Darkness Wii U, and some exclusive stuff or content from THQ. But no massive buyouts.

I didn't know this. When did they get burned from buying western developers? I could use a history lesson.

[GCX]

Nintendo won't buy any studios they don't have a long and working history with. And even then they probably won't do it.

I mean even HAL is technically a 3rd party studio even though the president of Nintendo is a former HAL employee.

[Log4Girlz]

Wii U Speculation Thread V: 80 thousand posts and we still don't know shit

[Hero of Legend]

I think if any THQ game is featured especially at Nintendo's conference it'll be the unannounced exclusive rather than a multi-platform game like Darksiders 2 or Metro: Last Light.

Rings a bell... want to refresh me?

[NinjaTehFish]

Wii U Speculation Thread V: Really? V! Christ Almighty, You guys need help....

Wii U Speculation Thread V: You just haven't pressed F5 enough....

Rings a bell... want to refresh me?

Its an exclusive Descent party game ;P