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[selig]

lets just say: it would makes sense.

this would be exactly matching apple´s style of new hardware iterations. "Wii HiFi" doesnt sound like a successor system, yet all gaming enthusiasts will know it is, while the big casual audience won´t feel betrayed, thinking "oh, now we have an outdate, old console, this sucks".

Also, skipping the typical console circle would be great, too. And a Wii 2, what that would basically be, would pwn the whole competition.

This, together with the fact that we dont know about any games for Wii for 2011 (except for DQ10) makes it likely that this rumor is true and not a fake.

But, of course, this is pre-E3-time, the time of fakes, so it could be all bs.

 

[schuelma]

I do think its likely we see something new in Japan in 2011 at the very least.

 

[Amir0x]

I hope it's true so that graphics could start mattering again for Nintendo fanboys. Would make at least one part of the arguments I frequently have much easier.

 

[Vinci]

I hope it's true so that graphics could start mattering again for Nintendo fanboys. Would make at least one part of the arguments I frequently have much easier.

People claim that graphics don't matter at all? That's nuts.

 

[Twig]

this would be exactly matching apple´s style of new hardware iterations

Apple doesn't announce a new iteration and then release it over a year later.

So, you're wrong.

 

[fernoca]

As long as it's backward compatible, and the upscaling of current games is well done, not that "play with a small-ass screen with black borders"..thing..I'll get one......well, I'll probably get one in any case.

 

[ProgramFighter]

I believe it and look forward to it. At least I want to believe it. I like the name too.

 

[Amir0x]

People claim that graphics don't matter at all? That's nuts.

Absolutely all the time. Since it's one of the things that matter to me most (gameplay 1., graphics 2., etc), I would know since I'm always expressing my frustration about it (DS visuals, Wii games looking terrible on my TV, etc). And I always get the same arguments.

But I'm happy. I'm not a hypocrite so if they do join the HD era and bring a healthy online component (FREE FROM FRIEND CODES), I'll be somewhat more optimistic about Nintendo's new console. I'm consistent. I play games, not companies

Other than HD and better-than-360 power (360 is settling for last gen again, no thanks), I just want them to bring over my downloads to the Wii HiFi or whatever it is. I'm going to be super pissed if I can't. And I pretty much won't purchase anything for the platform in that case.

 

[schuelma]

Don't we usually have a Japanese business newspaper leak by now?

 

[Azrael]

I hope it's true so that graphics could start mattering again for Nintendo fanboys. Would make at least one part of the arguments I frequently have much easier.

Can't wait for Nintendo fanboys to troll PS3 graphics next year when the Wii HiFi is marginally more powerful.

 

[Fourth Storm]

Would the average Joe really predict another Wii console already? Also, I dont think he meant it was marginal. I think he meant an upgrade to match 360/ps3, which would not be marginal at all.

You're really defending Michael Pachter's prediction? Are you his son or something?:lol

I'll give you many people here may have misinterpreted him to be speaking of mere upscaling, although I don't know if he ever made himself clear. He definitely said it would launch this year (maybe even earlier as he seems to like redacting his statements over time) Recently, he even said that PS Move was Wii HD! :lol

Plenty of people on these boards could have predicted a Wii2 for release in 2011. Some developers (perhaps Wada of Square Enix if I recall correctly) even said they expected this time frame a couple years back. 5 years is the de facto standard for a console cycle, and with the Wii's current hardware (and third party support) to try and push it longer may end up costing them mindshare.

 

[Classic_Gs]

Built in VCR?

:lol Thinking the same thing

 

[Projectjustice]

So are any other website reporting this bit of news?

 

[selig]

I hope it's true so that graphics could start mattering again for Nintendo fanboys. Would make at least one part of the arguments I frequently have much easier.

oh, graphics matter a lot to me. which is why I love SMG2. Which im about to start now.

 

[H_Prestige]

Obvious BS.

 

[Amir0x]

oh, graphics matter a lot to me. which is why I love SMG2. Which im about to start now.

Glad to know you're the diplomat for Nintendo fanboys everywhere. But at least you admit it! :lol

 

[levious]

I hope it's true so that graphics could start mattering again for Nintendo fanboys. Would make at least one part of the arguments I frequently have much easier.

I'm sure you'll miss saying shit like this too much... but then, the next PS/Xbox will come out and you'll be back at it.

 

[BowieZ]

Just call it a Funtendo Zii and be done with it.

 

[WillyFive]

Hi-Fi?

That's a video quality inferior to 480p.

Unless Nintendo is going backwards, I doubt it.

 

[FrankT]

Gigaton here if true.

 

[selig]

Glad to know you're the diplomat for Nintendo fanboys everywhere. But at least you admit it! :lol

nah, but it´s obvious which people you´re pointing at. anyways, if france uruguay ands in a draw, too, that´s a pretty shitty first world cup-day, don´t you agree.

 

[Graphics Horse]

The easiest thing to say would be 'wait and see'.

Question is, is releasing a new console when nobody else is a good way to disrupt the market?

 

[CoLaN]

I think Miyamoto said a while ago that hes very interested in the concept behind little big planet.

Maybe the whole Play/Create/Share concept will have an important role in the next Wii

 

[Twig]

People claim that graphics don't matter at all? That's nuts.

Most people just mean that graphics are not as important to them as gameplay.

But there are enough fucking morons out there to make it seem like no one should ever care about graphics ever.

 

[fernoca]

Can't wait for Nintendo fanboys to troll PS3 graphics next year when the Wii HiFi is marginally more powerful.

That's will also depend..
With current "old tech" hardware they barely spent time, money, effort or just didn't care in making good looking games. If anything, the "extra power" would mean multi-platfrom releases on the same day and ports of a year old; or two games...with the usual problems and glitches of quick ports on the PS3 that they sometimes fixed through patches...later.

 

[szhred]

Seriously?

Meant only that it was a "bad name".
Used bad words for it.

I have no problem if anyone is gay or anything.

 

[Deleted member 30609]

just in time for Zelda

ew, I feel dirty. fucking e3.

 

[Twig]

Meant only that it was a "bad name".
Used bad words for it.

I have no problem if anyone is gay or anything.

But "szhred" is a totally fucking rad to the maximum awesome name, of course.

 

[TheFLYINGManga_Ka]

Well, I just got my Wii this year so it feels too soon for me. But then again, the Wii needs an upgrade.

As long as there's b/c, which I'm sure there will be, I guess I'm cool with it.

Maybe Dragon Quest X and the next Zelda game can be pushed back for this. I would be willing to wait if it means playing those games in HD and with better graphics.

 

[WillyFive]

It's too early for a new console anyway.

The next-gen handheld is using this E3 to be revealed.

That leaves about a year or two before the next home console comes out.

 

[fernoca]

It's too early for a new console anyway.

The next-gen handheld is using this E3 to be revealed.

That leaves about a year or two before the next home console comes out.

If anything, if it ends being true..it seems mostly on a way for Nintendo to counter attack the "5-10 years plan" of the other console,s now that those are also releasing their own "gimmicks" to compete with the Wii.

So, if the current generation is extended 3-4 years more, all 3 systems would be on par..by the time that the other consoles arrive.

 

[Combine]

"Hi-Fi" does seem like a name Nintendo would come up with.

I certainly was not expecting it to be called "Wii-HD" or something like that.

It it wouldn't be too early for a console if it's release date is in Fall 2011. That's 5 years after the Wii launch (IIRC) and the console cycles in the past were 5 years.

 

[Amir0x]

I'm sure you'll miss saying shit like this too much... but then, the next PS/Xbox will come out and you'll be back at it.

I am nothing if not consistent. My standards will evolve, and if others don't rise to meet those standards, they will be shat upon

 

[szhred]

But "szhred" is a totally fucking rad to the maximum awesome name, of course.

Not really. But it fine if you think so
BTW
I used the words because i had seen them on youtube.com. There was i guy BreakingNYC that sometimes made fun of "trolls". And he said for example, to the trolls: "Ray, thats just stupid and fake and gay" and that was funny.

 

[Medalion]

Wii HF is better than Hi-Fi...it's like Wii...Hi-ghly Fun...or Holy Fuck

 

[Fourth Storm]

I think Miyamoto said a while ago that hes very interested in the concept behind little big planet.

Maybe the whole Play/Create/Share concept will have an important role in the next Wii

I think more likely they'll release a follow up to NSMBWii next year with a level editor and a Wii Channel to share.

"Wii Hi Fi" should launch with a Donkey Kong platformer. Lush jungles would be perfect to show off the new graphical capabilities.

 

[Combine]

Nintendo never chooses the name you want.

Gamecube - People wanted it to be called "Dolphin" (I'm pretty sure there were some who were really adamant about that)

Wii - People wanted it to be called "Revolution"

 

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

Nintendo never chooses the name you want.

Gamecube - People wanted it to be called "Dolphin" (I'm pretty sure there were some who were really adamant about that)

Wii - People wanted it to be called "Revolution"

I still can't figure out why people actually care what a game system is called.

 

[samus i am]

No way this is true :lol

 

[levious]

I am nothing if not consistent.

true!

 

[The Dutch Slayer]

just in time for Zelda
ew, I feel dirty. fucking e3.

plz do not do that again nintendo.......... .

The Name sounds weird to me but we got the Wii so I'm not that surprised

 

[Crumpet Trumpet]

I still can't figure out why people actually care what a game system is called.

Especially when there's never ever been a non-embarrassing name for a video game console

 

[hokahey]

So if THE MOST POWERFUL graphics dont matter you're a fanboy? Silliness.

 

[Jeels]

But there are enough fucking morons out there to make it seem like no one should ever care about graphics ever.

Right, I think it's really important, it's not about the look of the game itself, but more whether the console allows the tools for any art style a developer wants to go after to work. Or to make games more dynamic, more alive so to speak. (Bigger set pieces, more populated towns, etc).

 

[TwIsTeD]

It's too early for a new console anyway.

No I think it's about the right time for Nintendo to announce new hardware since MS and Sony are stepping in to stretch their product cycles

Hi-Fi kinda makes sense in a strange way, considering the demographic for Wii scales a lot more with the "older" crowd

Anyway new console yes... Name.... Ehh don't like it

 

[gogojira]

I hope it's true so that graphics could start mattering again for Nintendo fanboys. Would make at least one part of the arguments I frequently have much easier.

There are certainly some stalwart defenders that stand by the "graphics don't matter" bullshit, but I've always found the number of people like that to be overstated. As a multiconsole gamer, I still own up to being a Nintendo fan and fuck all if the Wii's graphics aren't an extremely sore point for me.

I'm actually quite the fan of the system, too, but to suggest graphical fidelity can't add to the experience is idiotic. Gameplay rules all, but fancy graphics sure make worlds come to life even more.

 

[Anerythristic]

There must be ALOT of Wii owners without an HD capable television/monitor.

My reasoning on this is whenever rumors of a HD Nintendo console surface it gets met with hate and/or disbelief like it goes against Nintendos core values or something.

 

[Chris Murphy]

What is it with French gaming press always leaking stuff :lol (if true that is).

Also, Wii HiFi just makes me think of music. Is Nintendo going to shadow Apple even more with some sort of online music store? Did Wii music not fulfill Miyomoto's love for music? Is this going to bring Nintendo up to date in the online gaming/community space?

Good year for E3...

 

[levious]

There are certainly some stalwart defenders that stand by the "graphics don't matter" bullshit, but I've always found the number of people like that to be overstated. As a multiconsole gamer, I still own up to being a Nintendo fan and fuck all if the Wii's graphics aren't an extremely sore point for me.

I'm actually quite the fan of the system, too, but to suggest graphical fidelity can't add to the experience is idiotic. Gameplay rules all, but fancy graphics sure make worlds come to life even more.

one thing I will give Nintendo, there's no GODDAMN SCREEN TEARING in their games, for that I will always be grateful.

 

[JoshuaJSlone]

I hope it's true so that graphics could start mattering again for Nintendo fanboys. Would make at least one part of the arguments I frequently have much easier.

You think having 360-ish graphics six years after the 360 is going to do that?