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[Charlatanized]

Regardless of whether or not I ever actually play this game, I want it to do well for a couple of reasons, a couple of things it represents for Wii.

1) An original property by a major third party.
2) Something that, as its functionality and graphics illustrate, is developed from the ground up for the Wii.

These are good things; the Wii needs more things like this if it's to do well in the longrun. Godspeed, Boogie, you strange lovechild of EA, Singstar, DDR, and Tim Burton.

Never thought I'd type that last sentence.

 

[Mr_Furious]

I like the art style alot! Very Tim Burton-esque

 

[LOCK]

shortly= ??

2 hours ? 2 days or 2 weeks ?

maybe this is the BIG ONM exclusiv ^^

I think the NDA's end tomorrow.

A little bird told me. *whistles away*

 

[jj984jj]

Yeah but you ignore all the halloween Pikmin-esque characters that make it look awesome

Yeah, but I they don't even stand out. I hope we can change that monster in the spotlight.

 

[ChaosDent]

Yeah, but I they don't even stand out. I hope we can change that monster in the spotlight.

The press release seems to indicate that you can. While I am fond of all of the character designs, the more customization options, the better.

Players can also choose and customize different characters in the game to best show off their dancing style and karaoke skills.

 

[Saint Gregory]

The more I hear about this mic attachment, the more I wonder how it's going to work. These screenshots show the nunchuck so it's a pretty sure bet that the mic doesn't plug into the wiimote. I'm thinking it's going to be more along the lines of a bleutooth headset.

The limit on bluetooth is 7 devices though isn't it? I wouldn't think that Nintendo would cancel out the possibility of 4 player games with the mic, so where's it going to go?

 

[Mar]

Wow, the graphics don't look worse than PS2 like most other third party Wii games. It actually looks pretty good.

This game could be a megaton in Europe. EA are teh smarts.

 

[splattergnome]

The more I hear about this mic attachment, the more I wonder how it's going to work. These screenshots show the nunchuck so it's a pretty sure bet that the mic doesn't plug into the wiimote. I'm thinking it's going to be more along the lines of a bleutooth headset.

The limit on bluetooth is 7 devices though isn't it? I wouldn't think that Nintendo would cancel out the possibility of 4 player games with the mic, so where's it going to go?

If there -is- a microphone: maybe the microphone does plug into the wiimote, with an extra plug to hook up the nunchuck.

Spoiler

Alternatively, if there is a bluetooth headset, maybe the nunchuck connects to that, so you can try strangulating yourself to change your voice.

 

[Neomoto]

What about that ?

If EA and Nintendo can work hand in hand to put this on the Connect24, it potentially can hurt Singstar.

That would be pretty awesome. They could add new stuff to the game throught Connect24 too (like items, characters or new songs or whatever).

Oh, and would it not be cool if the game would be renamed to Boogii? (what?! )

The more I hear about this mic attachment, the more I wonder how it's going to work. These screenshots show the nunchuck so it's a pretty sure bet that the mic doesn't plug into the wiimote. I'm thinking it's going to be more along the lines of a bleutooth headset.

The limit on bluetooth is 7 devices though isn't it? I wouldn't think that Nintendo would cancel out the possibility of 4 player games with the mic, so where's it going to go?

Maybe it's 2 players meaning 2 controllers, 2 nunchucks (doesn't matter for bluetooth) and 2 bluetooth headsets. I think putting 4 players on a stage all dancing and singing (somehow) would be quite a mess and you'll get interference with voices and that kind of things. So 2 players is a far better idea in a number of ways (assuming it is multiplayer wich I surely hope it is).

 

[sprsk]

Who is doing the music?

 

[JDSN]

This and Mysims will bring Europe to its knees.

 

[tanasten]

The concept is great, popular and will be a thunder... but the art throws the casual appeal to the toilet. Really, generic boys and girls would do a hell lot better than this.

Game creators don't know a shit about how to develop videogames. This is incredible, what a ****ing pity I can't start my own ****ing company.

 

[Hero]

Huge potential here. I support EA in their original IP for the Wii.

Maybe the Mic plugs into the remote, but has a port to allow the nunchuck to plug into it as well?

 

[Mejilan]

I'm a sucker for solid music/rhythm games. I'm VERY curious.

 

[Neomoto]

Huge potential here. I support EA in their original IP for the Wii.

Maybe the Mic plugs into the remote, but has a port to allow the nunchuck to plug into it as well?

How can you play a game where you need three "controllers"? You need a controller and nunchuck either way, so the way I see it it'll be most likely a headset because you don't have any room for it on the controller and your hands to be anything else.

 

[Xavien]

I'm a sucker for solid music/rhythm games. I'm VERY curious.

Indeed, DDR drew me in and now I cant get enough of the rhythm games. This looks very interesting to me

 

[Imperial Hot]

bad art

I happen to like the art a lot.

I am very excited for this.

 

[Metalmark74]

EA making a game that looks original with interesting art? What is going on?

The Wii is going on!

 

[LM4sure]

That looks really cool! Lovin the art too!!!

 

[chibcicylist]

Nintendrones really should put up a website, organize and buy original games like these. Similar to what the Sony fans are doing with the Capcom boycott. Nintendrones are the most rabid species of fanboys and I'm surprised there is no SDF equivalent.

 

[schuelma]

First look from Gamespot


http://www.gamespot.com/pages/games...6167918&part=rss&tag=gs_previews&subj=6167918

 

[Saoh]

I think the NDA's end tomorrow.

A little bird told me. *whistles away*

hopefully. i want a video of this.

 

[Mike Works]

It reads the weather channel and the weather in your current location is the weather in the game.

Yeah, that's pretty sick for a launch title, especially on the Wii.

Jesus, that's actually really ****ing cool.

 

[schuelma]

First look from 1up



http://www.1up.com/do/previewPage?cId=3158185

 

[Thraktor]

The concept is great, popular and will be a thunder... but the art throws the casual appeal to the toilet. Really, generic boys and girls would do a hell lot better than this.

Very true. As much as I approve of the art style personally, the sales-age poster in me is wondering why EA threw away such a big opportunity.

How can you play a game where you need three "controllers"? You need a controller and nunchuck either way, so the way I see it it'll be most likely a headset because you don't have any room for it on the controller and your hands to be anything else.

Judging from the screenshots, the you move the nunchuck, not the Wiimote, to dance. Hence, it's entirely possible that the Wiimote itself is used as the microphone (ie it clips on the top). It's well worth noting that, odd as it may sound, people find karaoke much more fun with a microphone in hand than a headset on, which EA have probably noticed.

 

[Tobor]

It looks like Dancing and Karaoke are two seperate modes. And licensed music is confirmed, they had KC and the Sunshine band in the demo.

 

[schuelma]

It looks like Dancing and Karaoke are two seperate modes. And licensed music is confirmed, they had KC and the Sunshine band in the demo.

That would make sense..you use the wiimote and the nunchuck for the dancing..that would be pretty complicated to also throw in a mic.

 

[JDSN]

"That's The Way I Like It"-KC & The Sunshine Band

First confirmed song?

 

[Chris Remo]

Here's our first look for those interested:

http://www.shacknews.com/extras/2007/032207_boogie_1.x

 

[schuelma]

Here's our first look for those interested:

http://www.shacknews.com/extras/2007/032207_boogie_1.x

One line that stuck out:

"Players will have access to a video editing tool, and will be able to share their creations with friends online"

 

[Tobor]

My interest in this is building rapidly. 40-50 songs? Impressive.

 

[Saoh]

god, at least i hope you can send your own music videos 'thru WiiConnect24. start using the damned thing already!! my Wii Friends agenda is gathering dust.

 

[Mudhoney]

I'm still wondering when we will get a game that uses two Wii Remotes for one player (outside of Wii Music drums). Seems like this game would really benefit from that option since the nunchuk cord would probably restrict a dancing game. Or perhaps they don't expect you to do that large of motions, which would be a shame.

 

[underfooter]

This game looks pretty cool, but I'm gonna wait to see how it plays. I'm a little confused how singing and dancing and watching a silly monster dancing on screen would be fun.

Art is very cool, I bet this game well be a big seller this holiday.

 

[castle007]

god, at least i hope you can send your own music videos 'thru WiiConnect24. start using the damned thing already!! my Wii Friends agenda is gathering dust.

:lol :lol I love your avatar

 

[castle007]

god, at least i hope you can send your own music videos 'thru WiiConnect24. start using the damned thing already!! my Wii Friends agenda is gathering dust.

:lol :lol I love your avatar

 

[Mudhoney]

god, at least i hope you can send your own music videos 'thru WiiConnect24. start using the damned thing already!! my Wii Friends agenda is gathering dust.

Get Elebits, and get some friends to buy it also. With a little time you can make some interesting and challenging levels.

 

[Saoh]

:lol :lol I love your avatar

I love this gen

"Players will have access to a video editing tool, and will be able to share their creations with friends online"

you were told "planning" or confirmed? if confirmed...

 

[Wired All Wrong]

So is this kind of like a massive upgrade of those Sega CD "Make Your Own Videos" games? I get the impression it's not a traditional rhythm game but more a of rhythm game that makes you stay on beat but allows your moves to be of a more freestyle nature. It sounds to be more focused on the creative process of making a video instead of strictly a rhythm game. Anyone who has played it, is this accurate or am I way off?

However it plays, I'm very interested.

 

[schuelma]

So is this kind of like a massive upgrade of those Sega CD "Make Your Own Videos" games? I get the impression it's not a traditional rhythm game but more a of rhythm game that makes you stay on beat but allows your moves to be of a more freestyle nature. It sounds to be more focused on the creative process of making a video instead of strictly a rhythm game. Anyone who has played it, is this accurate or am I way off?

However it plays, I'm very interested.

That's the impression I get, and it has me very intrigued.

EA is really stepping up..

 

[castle007]

this game looks promising. I am surprised at how EA is treating game development on Wii. I am impressed by their efforts. Unlike Ubisoft

 

[Jammy]

Wait... does this game make me look like I'm foolishly dancing or is it just the character?

 

[chibcicylist]

It looks like Dancing and Karaoke are two seperate modes. And licensed music is confirmed, they had KC and the Sunshine band in the demo.

So that's where the sun thing was coming from based on the rumours earlier.

 

[Cooter]

Well look at you go EA.

 

[Dragona Akehi]

*suspicious look*


Ehhh....I guess we'll see.


...EA and all...

 

[chibcicylist]

*suspicious look*


Ehhh....I guess we'll see.


...EA and all...

Will you need more beer for later? Because it seems like EA might be in it for the long haul.

 

[DIrtyWeasel]

 

[justchris]

While Guitar Hero, Ouendan and EBA have drastically changed my opinion on rhythm games, I'm going to need a lot more convincing on this. A lot.

 

[Luigison]

Did anyone else instantly think of the Microsoft paper clip?

 

[underfooter]

The gamespot preview sheds light on some of the controls. This game sounds like it will be a lot of fun, and it lets the gamer add a lot of his own style to a song.