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[Trevelyan9999]

Does your source indicate a 2016 NX release?

;3

Definitely NX is coming in 2016, with Zelda NX as either launch window or at or around the same time as the Wii U version is basically what they told me.

Zelda Wii U and Zelda NX releasing at the same time does not necessarily mean NX is launching at the same date as Zelda NX. The two main things are NX is going to be launched holiday 2016 and Zelda NX is going to be launched holiday 2016. While in a perfect world launching day one with both the system and the game would be preferred, the "holiday exact dates" are not solidified yet.

Zelda Wii U is definitely coming first, and Zelda NX is coming either at the same time, or very shortly after depending on development. Like I said my source informed me that taking into consideration how strong the 3DS line-up is for the rest of 2016 and with Zelda NX releasing holiday AND with nothing going on with Wii U from the second half on ward; this seems to (but does not confirm) heavily imply that what Nintendo is releasing in North America is a Home Console since this is the market that is currently hurting the most for Nintendo.


By the way I have PM'd Nirolak, waiting for another response to verify/approve my source from Nintendo.

 

[IntelliHeath]

NVM. Carry on. (I forget to refresh the thread so the question is already answered)

 

[TLZ]

Definitely NX is coming in 2016, with Zelda NX as either launch window or at or around the same time as the Wii U version is basically what they told me.

Zelda Wii U and Zelda NX releasing at the same time does not necessarily mean NX is launching at the same date as Zelda NX. The two main things are NX is going to be launched holiday 2016 and Zelda NX is going to be launched holiday 2016. While in a perfect world launching day one with both the system and the game would be preferred, the "holiday exact dates" are not solidified yet.

Zelda Wii U is definitely coming first, and Zelda NX is coming either at the same time, or very shortly after depending on development. Like I said my source informed me that taking into consideration how strong the 3DS line-up is for the rest of 2016 and with Zelda NX releasing holiday AND with nothing going on with Wii U from the second half on ward; this seems to (but does not confirm) heavily imply that what Nintendo is releasing in North America is a Home Console since this is the market that is currently hurting the most for Nintendo.


By the way I have PM'd Nirolak, waiting for another response to verify/approve my source from Nintendo.

I know I'm stating the obvious, but if you can somehow squeeze anything NX hardware related info out of your source that would be immense. It would create another 1000 page thread alone.

 

[dangeraaron10]

Oh man this is getting good. If this holds true and the NX is really coming out in 2016 with Zelda NX as a launch title, then my gut instinct would have been right to sell my Wii U and 3DS, the current games weren't doing it for me anymore and I knew a new console was on the way. Getting really excited now.

 

[Mihael Mello Keehl]

If what you saying is true trev its...

A. Zelda releases on Wii U and NX same day with console release on that date as well

OR

B. NX comes out a bit earlier, Zelda releases like a month later


Mistakes would be, Zelda U releases much later on NX, Zelda U gets delayed to 2017, Zelda U releases much later on Wii U

 

[doop_]

Definitely NX is coming in 2016, with Zelda NX as either launch window or at or around the same time as the Wii U version is basically what they told me.

Zelda Wii U and Zelda NX releasing at the same time does not necessarily mean NX is launching at the same date as Zelda NX. The two main things are NX is going to be launched holiday 2016 and Zelda NX is going to be launched holiday 2016. While in a perfect world launching day one with both the system and the game would be preferred, the "holiday exact dates" are not solidified yet.

Zelda Wii U is definitely coming first, and Zelda NX is coming either at the same time, or very shortly after depending on development. Like I said my source informed me that taking into consideration how strong the 3DS line-up is for the rest of 2016 and with Zelda NX releasing holiday AND with nothing going on with Wii U from the second half on ward; this seems to (but does not confirm) heavily imply that what Nintendo is releasing in North America is a Home Console since this is the market that is currently hurting the most for Nintendo.


By the way I have PM'd Nirolak, waiting for another response to verify/approve my source from Nintendo.

Would your source know about any upcoming Nintendo Directs ?

 

[Pokemaniac]

Shiiiit I'd be down for that. ARM in a console just screams weak to me but that's because outside of Intel and AMD processors I'm not really knowledgable with arm. It always screamed "cellphone processor" to me.

Like I alluded to above, this really doesn't make anything easier from software perspective. It really doesn't solve any of the problems Nintendo would run into rolling out two form factors with different architectures. It just might be somewhat easier to handle the SoCs.

Also, ARM does just fine if you give it a big enough power envelope.

 

[Trevelyan9999]

If what you saying is true trev its...

A. Zelda releases on Wii U and NX same day with console release on that date as well

OR

B. NX comes out a bit earlier, Zelda releases like a month later


Mistakes would be, Zelda U releases much later on NX, Zelda U gets delayed to 2017, Zelda U releases much later on Wii U

Most likely A or B. My guess would be Zelda Wii U and Zelda NX would either be released same day or Zelda NX shortly after.

*Update on PM situation* I have been told by Nirolak to PM Y2Kev. So I have now PM'd Y2Kev, lol reminds me of calling (insert cell phone service provider).

 

[Mihael Mello Keehl]

Kev gonna tell you to email bish.. which you already did lol

 

[Rubixcuba]

If what you saying is true trev its...

A. Zelda releases on Wii U and NX same day with console release on that date as well

Oh what a day that would be, swooooooooooooon.

 

[Gleethor]

Man I missed a lot huh

 

[CrisKre]

I for one trust trev.

My guess is, Zelda NX will release at the same time or before the wii u version to lure fans into getting the new hardware (Like tp wii vs. Gamecube).


My one problem is how they will display the gamepad map (and whatever other features they differ in, since it probably was designed with the gamepad in mind) . Otherwise the NX version it is for me.

 

[Trevelyan9999]

I know I'm stating the obvious, but if you can somehow squeeze anything NX hardware related info out of your source that would be immense. It would create another 1000 page thread alone.

FYI, my source absolutely loves all the hardware speculation going on about the NX on GAF, but for now they simply don't have that information to share, basically "Mr Takeda" am not, lol.

 

[KingSnake]

To maximize the sales, ideal it would be if they launch Zelda U in October and NX and Zelda NX in November and Zelda NX will be at NX launch not later.

 

[astrogamer]

The pm situation is certainly interesting though I'm kind of wondering what would be in the 3DS lineup that would make it robust. Currently it has Metroid Prime Fed Force, Dragon Quest 7 in summer and Dragon Quest 8 presumably in the fall with an unannounced localization of Picross 3D 2. In potential localizations, there's Rhythm Heaven, Style Savvy 3, Culdcept Revolt, Yo-Kai Watch 2 and Box Boy 2. And there's also Pokemon Z. It's not particularly robust with a big reliance on RPGs and is really weak for Japan. The internal teams don't seem likely to not working on the NX. So there should be some partner studio's work. Just determining which one is hard as most finished games in the past couple years which makes the dev cycle a bit too short. I could see a HAL project as they seem on the ball now (Box Boy was a fairly small project so it shouldn't restrict the possibility of a new game). Intelligent Systems seems stretched too thin with Fates last year and Paper Mario and likely a Warioware or something for the NX.

 

[Deleted member 465307]

EDIT: Nevermind. Poor judgment.

 

[KingSnake]

If your source does get that info before the rest of us do through Nintendo officially, could they please keep some secrets and not reveal everything? Personally, I'd rather this not be another one of those tech products that gets 100% leaked before its reveal. So far, Nintendo has been impressive in their secrecy, and I kind of want them to reach the finish line.

If they do reach that finish line without any major leaks, however, I really hope they stick the landing and actually generate some buzz. I'd be very disappointed if we have another Wii U reveal situation on our hands.

You have also the option of not reading the rumours and speculations and let the ones who want to know in advance be happy too.

 

[WiiU0706]

FYI, my source absolutely loves all the hardware speculation going on about the NX on GAF, but for now they simply don't have that information to share, basically "Mr Takeda" am not, lol.

Hey Trev about your final fantasy source, what did he get right before

 

[Deleted member 465307]

You have also the option of not reading the rumours and speculations and let the ones who want to know in advance be happy too.

You're absolutely right. I guess my concerns were about if such a leak becomes verified, it seems somewhat inevitable that it will spread across the internet. However, regardless, it's really not my place to say what a source should or shouldn't say or what Trevelyan999 should or shouldn't report on. I should have phrased it as a hope, rather than a request, and not directed it at anyone. My apologies, Trevelyan9999 and anyone else.

 

[Trevelyan9999]

Hey Trev about your final fantasy source, what did he get right before

I am not able (I shouldn't) to reveal that, however just remember it is a completely different person from my source at Nintendo. I would say the rumor for FFVII & FFXV coming to NX has a good chance of coming true, but like I said it's only a rumor for now.

The NX 2016 and Zelda NX 2016 holiday release are something I am reporting as the truth and not a rumor.

 

[10k]

Definitely NX is coming in 2016, with Zelda NX as either launch window or at or around the same time as the Wii U version is basically what they told me.

Zelda Wii U and Zelda NX releasing at the same time does not necessarily mean NX is launching at the same date as Zelda NX. The two main things are NX is going to be launched holiday 2016 and Zelda NX is going to be launched holiday 2016. While in a perfect world launching day one with both the system and the game would be preferred, the "holiday exact dates" are not solidified yet.

Zelda Wii U is definitely coming first, and Zelda NX is coming either at the same time, or very shortly after depending on development. Like I said my source informed me that taking into consideration how strong the 3DS line-up is for the rest of 2016 and with Zelda NX releasing holiday AND with nothing going on with Wii U from the second half on ward; this seems to (but does not confirm) heavily imply that what Nintendo is releasing in North America is a Home Console since this is the market that is currently hurting the most for Nintendo.


By the way I have PM'd Nirolak, waiting for another response to verify/approve my source from Nintendo.

We could see a September or October release for Zelda U and then get the NX version at the launch in November.

 

[Malus]

You have also the option of not reading the rumours and speculations and let the ones who want to know in advance be happy too.

You'd have to go on complete internet blackout to not read the rumors. I wouldn't mind specs and release dates getting leaked but hopefully big new games are kept as surprises.

 

[KingSnake]

You'd have to go on complete internet blackout to not read the rumors. I wouldn't mind specs and release dates getting leaked but hopefully big new games are kept as surprises.

I could make it for Star Wars TFA, I'm sure it can be made for NX if one wants. Especially since the large mass of friends will not really care that much about it.

 

[Malus]

I could make it for Star Wars TFA, I'm sure it can be made for NX if one wants. Especially since the large mass of friends will not really care that much about it.

Avoiding spoilers and avoiding news are two pretty different things.

 

[KingSnake]

Avoiding spoilers and avoiding news are two pretty different things.

Yes, it's much easier to unfollow news outlets who tend to report on rumors and eventually the new thread twitter bot for gaming than to be circumspect at everything you read on internet, from your friends to random things named after a big spoiler.

 

[Notor!ousG]

Chances are very slim that NX will be delayed into 2017. Skipping a release in the holiday season would be plain stupid. They better release the whole thing before black friday.

 

[Malus]

Yes, it's much easier to unfollow news outlets who tend to report on rumors and eventually the new thread twitter bot for gaming than to be circumspect at everything you read on internet, from your friends to random things named after a big spoiler.

News doesn't just end up on news outlets, it ends up everywhere and no one tries to hide it like they do with spoilers. If someone spoiled Star Wars on a public forum they'd be burned at the stake lol. If a big leak happened revealing Mario Galaxy 3 there'd be 5 different threads about it on the first page and there'd be no issue with that.

Regardless I don't expect people to withold leaks for fear of 'spoiling' things so I just hope there are some big surprises kept in store for E3. The way things have gone so far that seems likely.

 

[Neoxon]

Chances are very slim that NX will be delayed into 2017. Skipping a release in the holiday season would be plain stupid. They better release the whole thing before black friday.

That depends on which NX device you're referring to.

 

[Notor!ousG]

That depends on which NX device you're referring to.

I'm referring to the console. If Trev's report is true (which I believe), a serious drought is coming to Wii U this year. I really can't see it surviving through another holiday season.

 

[Malus]

I'm referring to the console. If Trev's report is true (which I believe), a serious drought is coming to Wii U this year. I really can't see it surviving through another holiday season.

Zelda, Pokken, #FE, Starfox and potentially Paper Mario. Doesn't seem that out of the ordinary for Wii U tbh. I guess #FE, Starfox and Pokken (in that it's a fighting game spinoff) are all kinda niche though.

 

[Notor!ousG]

Zelda, Pokken, #FE, Starfox and potentially Paper Mario. Doesn't seem that out of the ordinary for Wii U tbh. I guess #FE, Starfox and Pokken (in that it's a fighting game spinoff) are all kinda niche though.

They could do some decent numbers. Delaying would essentially mean Q4 2017. Releasing mid-year wouldn't make sense. I just don't see that happening with how Wii U is performing right now.

 

[Graphics Horse]

To maximize the sales, ideal it would be if they launch Zelda U in October and NX and Zelda NX in November and Zelda NX will be at NX launch not later.

Sales only maximised if you deny the port exists at the time of launch really.

 

[Fawk Nin]

I am not able (I shouldn't) to reveal that, however just remember it is a completely different person from my source at Nintendo. I would say the rumor for FFVII & FFXV coming to NX has a good chance of coming true, but like I said it's only a rumor for now.

The NX 2016 and Zelda NX 2016 holiday release are something I am reporting as the truth and not a rumor.

In Trev we trust. Assuming for the minute that your verification goes ahead, is the other info you have just small snippets or anything big in there?

Would love if he home console released this year, hope you're right!

 

[KingSnake]

Sales only maximised if you deny the port exists at the time of launch really.

Not every Wii U owner will buy NX at launch. Plus there are people who will want to play it as soon as it's launched and not wait for another month. Some kind of an upgrade plan would also help tremendously for both double dipping and people moving from Wii U to NX.

 

[NinjaCoachZ]

Sales only maximised if you deny the port exists at the time of launch really.

Twilight Princess did over a million on GCN despite the small install base and being delayed until after the Wii version.

Like that game, the Wii U version will sell to hardcore fans/impatient Wii U owners and the NX version will be appealing to people looking to buy a new Nintendo system. Both are appealing to double-dippers, collectors, and the hardest of the core.

 

[Mihael Mello Keehl]

Zelda, Pokken, #FE, Starfox and potentially Paper Mario. Doesn't seem that out of the ordinary for Wii U tbh. I guess #FE, Starfox and Pokken (in that it's a fighting game spinoff) are all kinda niche though.

I dont even think paper mario they better say something about it soon cause thats one invisible game

 

[Mr Swine]

How do mods verify people that work or are in the industry?

 

[Graphics Horse]

Some kind of an upgrade plan would also help tremendously for both double dipping and people moving from Wii U to NX.

For sure. Adding incentives for buying NX might be more worthwhile than milking Zelda for max revenue.

Twilight Princess did over a million on GCN despite the small install base and being delayed until after the Wii version.

Like that game, the Wii U version will sell to hardcore fans/impatient Wii U owners and the NX version will be appealing to people looking to buy a new Nintendo system. Both are appealing to double-dippers, collectors, and the hardest of the core.

Edit: nvm you said it came first, comment on impatience confused me.

TP came out First on Wii tho, some early Wii sales can be attributed to that.

 

[Notor!ousG]

A Zelda NX port also means:

a) NX will have dual screens, making porting easier.
b) NX only has a single screen and some porting needs to be done. But also means Zelda Wii U won't have specific dual screen functionality that can't be done on a single screen.

 

[LewieP]

I think the smart thing to do with Zelda U would be some form of crossbuy.

 

[Mihael Mello Keehl]

How do mods verify people that work or are in the industry?

Some form of credible documentation I believe

 

[Trevelyan9999]

In Trev we trust. Assuming for the minute that your verification goes ahead, is the other info you have just small snippets or anything big in there?

Would love if he home console released this year, hope you're right!

The biggest news was NX 2016 launch and Zelda NX during launch window (with the possibility of it at launch).

The rest of the info is great too but not as big as that steak.

*Update on PM* I have been contacted by bishoptl! I'm going in GAF, someone give me the Mortal Kombat Shang Tsung gif ASAP!

I will see you on the otherside guys wish my source from Nintendo and myself luck

 

[Luigiv]

*Update on PM* I have been contacted by bishoptl! I'm going in GAF, someone give me the Mortal Kombat Shang Tsung gif ASAP!

I will see you on the otherside guys wish my source from Nintendo and myself luck

It was nice knowing you. *military salute*

Just kidding, hope your source checks out without issue.

 

[Hero of Legend]

A Zelda NX port also means:

a) NX will have dual screens, making porting easier.
b) NX only has a single screen and some porting needs to be done. But also means Zelda Wii U won't have specific dual screen functionality that can't be done on a single screen.

I think any GamePad 2nd screen stuff will be used by the handheld when used with the console like a controller as an option.

 

[Notor!ousG]

I think any GamePad 2nd screen stuff will be used by the handheld when used with the console like a controller as an option.

That depends on how strongly the gameplay is tied to the second screen of the Wii U. They talked alot about better implementation of the gamepad so we might see that in Zelda Wii U.

 

[10k]

The biggest news was NX 2016 launch and Zelda NX during launch window (with the possibility of it at launch).

The rest of the info is great too but not as big as that steak.

*Update on PM* I have been contacted by bishoptl! I'm going in GAF, someone give me the Mortal Kombat Shang Tsung gif ASAP!

I will see you on the otherside guys wish my source from Nintendo and myself luck

Get on the Trevcavator!!

 

[KingSnake]

If NX controller doesn't have a screen, most probably the gamepad implementation will be similar to the HD remasters. No puzzles or actions that can be exclusively done with the gamepad.

 

[Aostia]

A 16 launch for one of the hw and a Zelda port are pretty sale bet. Not to criticize Trev

I would be more curious about possible hw ballpark but knowing which hw SKU we are talking about, Bandai rumored games, final fantasy rumored games and (hold grail) the gimmick

I find it hard to see no other game coming to wii u too honestly. Paper mario and pikmin are imho wii u games. At least also wii u games.

 

[Hermii]

I think we are going to speculate about specs for a loooong time, cause Nintendo sure as hell aren't going to tell us.

 

[Aostia]

He was laughing at the rumor of NX getting FFXV, Remake, and being more powerful than PS4. Not at the prospects of a 2016 launch in case there was confusion, that's just the "quote followed by year it was said" meme.

Wait Alberto was laughing at the FF rumors? Too bad, we can now consider them debunked.
About the ps4 power level I would have laugh too so...