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Activision backtracks on Call of Duty Wii U
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Karsticles
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Don't talk as if you know.
How else would you compare game releases on systems released 6 years appart?
Resistance and CoD were the two big FPS releases along the PS3, seems logical to compare them to get an idea.
QuantumBro
Banned
Activision does the same thing with all the PC games they put out, no need to worry about it unless it's not in stores the week of release.
Neuromancer
Member
May want to throw in Mark Rubin's name in the OP somewhere. Since he's the one being interviewed.
KINGofCRA5H
Member
This is a serious question. Why would anyone want to play any CoD game on a Wii U?
Because of Pointer Controls, potentially running better or just... because they own a Wii U?
prag16
Banned
This his about where I'm at. I sunk around 100 hours into BO2 online, and it was an alright experience. Decent at times, awful at times.
If IR aiming support is maintained, I'll get this just because it's (probably literally) the only game in town.
Because they have a Wii U and want to play CoD? Or am I missing something here?
shadowsdarknes
Member
The COD Franchise in 2006 was a fraction as popular as it is in 2012-2013.
It's not even remotely comparable.
plank
Member
Why not?
While it exploded with MW4, the games were no small sellers by any stretch.
off TV play and I own a Wii U and I'm not buying an Xbox One and I'll get a PS3 after it's $300.
Chû Totoro
Member
Multiplatform game. Some people own only a Wii U or like off TV play.
You do make the connection?
fabricated backlash
Member
Pointer Controls. Basically the only reason why I even still buy COD.
Pie and Beans
Look for me on the local news, I'll be the guy arrested for trying to burn down a Nintendo exec's house.
It couldnt be the fact its selling less than 100k a month globally, and that COD sold buttons on the system despite being a fully featured port released just one week later at launch.
No, its got to be the elaborate conspiracy theories.
Pointer controls.
Not having to pay subscription for a next gen console to play it online
Pointer controls when playing on the Big screen.
Local multiplayer, one person using the WiiUPad screen, no more split screen rubbish.
Off TV play when just wanting a short burst when main tv is in use.
SmokedMeat
Gamer™
I don't own a U, but I've been salivating at the off screen online multiplayer gameplay of Blops 2. It's a real shame if U doesn't get Ghosts, and pretty much the final nail in the third party coffin.
KINGofCRA5H
Member
I mean I could understand if your only console is a Wii U. But there is a reason only 500 people are playing BLOPS2 on Wii U at any given time. While I agree it's weird that they're being so silent on the matter, I'm sure we'll find out sooner or later why.
I'll admit I've never used a Wii U so obviously I'm missing that. Pointer controls sound interesting.
I'll admit I've never used a Wii U so obviously I'm missing that. Pointer controls sound interesting.
Can anybody show us sales numbers? Everyone likes to blame devs and publishers for Nintendo's misfortune but can anyone blame them? I thought the consensus was, "people don't buy Nintendo consoles for 3rd party games." Nintendo continues to be a joke with underpowered hardware and refuses to involve devs when building a platform. Then wonder why no one wants to publish on a "next gen" system with a gig of usable ram. Fuck off!
J
Jotamide
Unconfirmed Member
Ghosts indeed.
Once you go pointer control you never go back. It's so natural, comfortable and precise.
The Abominable Snowman
Member
so the conversation goes as follows-
Microsoft - "Hey Actiblizz, here's several millions of dollars to show your game only on our platforms, but you can talk about your PS3, PC and PS4 versions. However don't tell your executives or audience that you are or are not making a Wii U version. Have your execs flounder around the question that vaguely affirms or denies a Wii U version and waffle about it, without stating it outright for certain."
prag16
Banned
Of course many people have garbage dual analog so ingrained in them that they'd never even give it a shot, but this.
I actually prefer it over mouse/keyboard a lot of the time at this point. Not because it's "better" than mouse/keyboard but it's more fun for some games, CoD included.
Ah, and I forgot, since I thought it's a given and there shouldn't be the need to emphasise it.
Free online - anyone??
And for people who like Co-Op: how about Off-Tv Gamepad Play + Flull Screen TV Co-Op play?
megabytecr
Member
Shhh, this CoD game is coming, but I don't know, shit I am not suppose to talk about what I dont know.
Diablo Rosso
Member
This reminds me of when Treyarch didn't know who was developing Black Ops Declassified.
they only have themselves to blame, if they even bother, for collarduty bombing on Wii U. why would you keep it a secret when it adversely affects the preorder numbers they oh so care about. I'm gonna put my tinfoil hat and say that there has to be some collusion between Activision and certain other parties, it's the only way this secretive BS makes sense to me. Just say YES or NO, if you're not porting it then own it and say so FFS
ViewtifulJC
Banned
What I'm saying is that there are known knowns and that there are known unknowns. But there are also unknown unknowns; things we don't know that we don't know.
lwilliams3
Member
chickdigger802
Banned
that images does make me wonder...
I'm really curious what day 1 # of people online will be for Ghost dogs on xbone and ps4.
I'm really curious what day 1 # of people online will be for Ghost dogs on xbone and ps4.
We read these posts all the time. For whatever reason this one made me laugh.
I totally second this! It is not as precise as Keyboard Mouse, but it's actually more fun. I don't know how to describe it. Has probably something to do with you sitting on the couch, but still having a great deal precision and ease of use.
Just rest your hand on your lag and you can play hours on end very comfortably.
Diablo Rosso
Member
Depends if there's cross-gen play between PS3/PS4 and 360/Xbone, which is feasible given the fact that its the same game just a higher resolution on the new consoles.
Does anyone remember how BO2 was confirmed for wiiU?
It wasn't until SEPTEMBER that we finally knew it was coming. It was revealed in a WiiU press Conference.
http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/13/call-of-duty-black-ops-2-confirmed-for-wii-u/
It was only rumored up until than because of a linkedin resume for a BO2 Wiiu QA tester.
It wasn't until SEPTEMBER that we finally knew it was coming. It was revealed in a WiiU press Conference.
http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/13/call-of-duty-black-ops-2-confirmed-for-wii-u/
It was only rumored up until than because of a linkedin resume for a BO2 Wiiu QA tester.
Dual screen co-op, potential for better performance or visuals, pointer controls, miiverse integration. I can do one for any platform it's landing on if you like.
Not that this is the reason why I'd personally pick it (depends where my buds go), but you're purposefully being an idiot to have asked that question.
I don't understand why they don't just say. I mean someone at Activision must know.
I though Nintendo might be saving the announcement to coincide with the Wii U Zapper launch...
...but seeing as Reggie said "ask Activision" in regards to the game ..that seems unlikely now.
Moneyhats wanted? Hush money paid by others? Weird. If it's not coming just say.
I though Nintendo might be saving the announcement to coincide with the Wii U Zapper launch...
...but seeing as Reggie said "ask Activision" in regards to the game ..that seems unlikely now.
Moneyhats wanted? Hush money paid by others? Weird. If it's not coming just say.
CamHostage
Member
Look, I'm not one to bag on the guys making Call of Duty because I think the team is scapegoated for way too many issues in gaming and marketing when they actually seem like good dudes and chicks who put out quality product (I blame the fat cats at Activision and the fat baby fanbase for all the COD hate and overexposure/overdevelopment, remember not so long ago how much we loved IW...?)
That said, this is a common embarrassment for COD producers. Nobody knew jack-all about the Vita game either, even when it was being shown to press there was a lot of "Uh, I don't know about that feature at this time, this is actually the first time I've played it myself." And the Wii and DS games consistently came out without a single screenshot or press release to herald their arrival. It's got to fucking suck for the guys doing good work on these platforms (Wii Modern Warfare was pretty impressive for what was essentially a nextgen-to-PS2-era conversion, and the DS games did with the online modes what so few other developers dared) and getting no credit or support. And it's just mean that even the dedicated Nintendo fansites can't get materials on the versions of the game that applies to their audience.
I get that Activision wants to isolate the messaging on COD and make sure as much attention is paid to the mainline game as possible, but how much more goddamned attention does COD need? Will telling people that there is a Wii U SKU really confuse COD fans so badly that they'll have no clue what to do at the store and accidentally walk home with Mario Kart by mistake? Or see a DS screenshot and go, "Whoa, this year's Call of Duty looks so much worse than before, not buying!" I just don't understand why Activision refuses to open up that communication loop. Say yes or say no, but coming right out in public and saying "I don't know" is a shitty thing to do to potential customers.
...because those people own a Wii U.
That said, this is a common embarrassment for COD producers. Nobody knew jack-all about the Vita game either, even when it was being shown to press there was a lot of "Uh, I don't know about that feature at this time, this is actually the first time I've played it myself." And the Wii and DS games consistently came out without a single screenshot or press release to herald their arrival. It's got to fucking suck for the guys doing good work on these platforms (Wii Modern Warfare was pretty impressive for what was essentially a nextgen-to-PS2-era conversion, and the DS games did with the online modes what so few other developers dared) and getting no credit or support. And it's just mean that even the dedicated Nintendo fansites can't get materials on the versions of the game that applies to their audience.
I get that Activision wants to isolate the messaging on COD and make sure as much attention is paid to the mainline game as possible, but how much more goddamned attention does COD need? Will telling people that there is a Wii U SKU really confuse COD fans so badly that they'll have no clue what to do at the store and accidentally walk home with Mario Kart by mistake? Or see a DS screenshot and go, "Whoa, this year's Call of Duty looks so much worse than before, not buying!" I just don't understand why Activision refuses to open up that communication loop. Say yes or say no, but coming right out in public and saying "I don't know" is a shitty thing to do to potential customers.
...because those people own a Wii U.