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[Javier]

Mi cuerpo está listo.

 

[Coldnoodle]

A new generation of consoles is upon us D:

I can't hold all these feelings.

 

[FoneBone]

So what do we think the chances are that they start teasing some stuff outside the launch window? Has to happen sometime before the launch date, right?

 

[Somnid]

So Nintendo is basically taking out a page out of Apples playbook when it comes to announcing a product.

You'll have to explain this one. The Wii U was announced and demoed over a year ago, it's not launching 3 weeks after this announcement and they've been doing press conferences before Apple was a thing.

 

[ffdgh]

$349 for Jet black plz.

why do i get the feeling black will mysteriously not appear at launch...

 

[Metroid Hunter]

So what do we think the chances are that they start teasing some stuff outside the launch window? Has to happen sometime before the launch date, right?

Iwata confirmed this.

 

[plagiarize]

What time is it? Do I take off Thursday or Friday to be sure to get to the store and get my preorder in ASAP?

or do i do both?

 

[Jumpman23]

$249 w/no pack in software
Included in the box:
* Console
* Gamepad
* HDMI Cable
* Power cord

 

[sakipon]

A new generation of consoles is upon us D:

I can't hold all these feelings.

You should go lie down for a while.

Iwata and Reggie better deliver. The big hype is officially on.

 

[Opus Angelorum]

The next generation is upon us.

 

[FoneBone]

Iwata confirmed this.

When?

 

[jmizzal]

When?

At E3

He said we will see Japanese support at a later date, and then said in the 2013 support will be shown at a event in the Fall.

edit well one was at E3 the other the investors meeting

 

[Silent_Ocarina]

When?

I believe this comes from a tweet from an investor at a recent investor meeting.

“Nintendo plans to reveal the launch day and price at September, and not just the launch titles, also the titles for 2013 will be revealed at that time”

 

[marc^o^]

It's getting real.

 

[Mihael Mello Keehl]

I am drowning in hype!

 

[Dance Inferno]

Not really that interested since I'm not getting a Wii U but it will be nice to finally get a price/release date for those who are interested.

 

[methodman]

omg if they show retro's game

 

[Nibel]

SHOW ME DAT BLACK WII U REGGINGTON

 

[Gucci Messiah]

$300 is not that high of a price for a game console to most people.

are you high?

 

[Tunavi]

$350

 

[test_account]

$249 w/no pack in software
Included in the box:
* Console
* Gamepad
* HDMI Cable
* Power cord

I will be surprised if they include a HDMI cable. I'm pretty sure that they stick with only the standard AV cable.

 

[bumpkin]

“Nintendo plans to reveal the launch day and price at September, and not just the launch titles, also the titles for 2013 will be revealed at that time”

Yep, it just moved a little.

*shut up and take my money JPG*

I just want to know when I'll be able to preorder this sumbitch.

 

[EloquentM]

omg if they show retro's game

Yes!

 

[izakq]

One day befor my and about the right time I was thinking they do this

What the...? You too? High five birthday brother!

 

[Hakai]

Why is august not over yet?

 

[Hero]

About god damn time.

 

[Boss Doggie]

I wonder if this means a Direct soon?

$249 w/no pack in software
Included in the box:
* Console
* Gamepad
* HDMI Cable
* Power cord

Nah I doubt they'll sell HDMI cables. Even Sony didn't add them.

 

[jonno394]

Three weeks until I know how much I have to save. Pay rise from September as well, i'll put away £500 for my wii-u fund in Sep/Oct/Nov.

i'll assume it'll launch Dec 7th for anywhere bewteen £229-£279. Anymore and they're making a huge mistake.

 

[DAREALGUMMY]

That thing is not worth $350 even with a Wii-mote and pack-in.

$300 at best

OOF here we go already.

Anyways, I'm SUPER HYPED now. I was hoping the date would be announced in a few weeks instead of now since I just started classes and these book prices make me wanna cry. I should have enough to cover a preorder at Gamestop now though. REALLY hope they at least tease us with 2013 games.

 

[SteeloDMZ]

Shane Satterfield said there was a bunch of titles Nintendo and the TPs haven't announced yet. Maybe this is Shane's chance of redemption?

 

[Blades64]

Not really that interested since I'm not getting a Wii U but it will be nice to finally get a price/release date for those who are interested.

How do you KNOW you're not getting a Wii U, hmm? What if they show something so uber awesome that you'd HAVE to get it?

Right Gaf?.................Gaf?

 

[GWX]

That's cool and all, but where is my Nintendo Direct? It's already the 21st day of the month, Nintendo!

 

[ElectricBlanketFire]

All I'm asking for is one major reveal. One.

Just one.

 

[Hakai]

What if the ND this month is to say this event will happen? jk!

 

[Shikamaru Ninja]

$249 w/no pack in software
Included in the box:
* Console
* Gamepad
* HDMI Cable
* Power cord

First-Party Launch

$249.99 Console
$59.99 Nintendo Land (w/ Wii Motion Plus Controller Bundle)
$59.99 New Super Mario Bros. U
$59.99 Sing Party (with Microphone)

It will absolutely have pack-in software. Just not Nintendo Land or any of the retail games they released trailers for.

I hope they sneak in a 4th real first-party game in there (not those co-published licensee games like Ninja Gaiden and Lego City Stories). But Pikmin 3 or Wii Fit U (just so they get that game out of the way).

 

[Mindman]

HYPE! First Nintendo launch console since the N64 for me!

 

[Dorfdad]

IM going to just call it right now...

Wii-U launching in Black and White $299.99 core system with Nintendo Land Packed in.
an additional bundle with extras and a Pro controller for $399.99 and larger HD/FLASH.

COD Black Ops 2 will be shown on Wii-U expect Radar on Gamepad to be seen alot as well as class section and perks displayed on the gamepad.

Nintendo will also reveal Capcoms secret game as well..

Official Launch date November 18th-20th..

Preorders starting September 15th..

A few new game announcements to get people really excited... Monster Hunter reveal as well..

Book it 85% of this will happen..

Santa I have been good... well mostly call me maybe?

 

[Nibel]

All I'm asking for is one major reveal. One.

Just one.

What about some NSMBU DLC costumes son?

 

[Boney]

Is this for general press or mostly gaming press?

I feel that will determine the number of announcements.

probably gonna be the american counter part to pre tgs conference.

So no announcements here but a shit load on the japanese side

 

[KennyLinder]

All I'm asking for is one major reveal. One.

Just one.

Imagine Smash Bros at launch. It could happen, launched on GC right after launch. Imagine.

 

[JacksUsername]

Thursdayton? Thursdayton! Looking forward to it!

 

[Kafel]

Is it the same day than Apple?

 

[DAREALGUMMY]

I'm expecting at least $350 minimum. Pack in or not. What Nintendo needs to do is pack in demos or something (probably not) or be able to download demos day 1.

 

[Bisnic]

Imagine Smash Bros at launch. It could happen, launched on GC right after launch. Imagine.

Considering they barely started the development, no. Just no.

 

[totowhoa]

Imagine Smash Bros at launch. It could happen, launched on GC right after launch. Imagine.

They're barely into development. I'd expect it to be a 2014 title, but we will see it next year.

 

[RPGamer92]

Price, Release Date and some 2013 game announcements please (a mix of either Zelda, SM 3D, Metroid, Retro, Smash, and Monolith Soft would be acceptable!)

 

[EloquentM]

Is it the same day than Apple?

day after.

 

[Javier]

My hype is currently divided.

80% for the conference

20% for ReactionGAF.

 

[anotherVegan]

New sidescrolling Metroid game?

Spoiler

Hey, I can dream

 

[iKhayal18]

Is it the same day than Apple?

Apple one is on Sep. 12th

Iwata confirmed at E3 2012 they will tell us the 2013 games in Fall, so HYPED! .

Yep, remember Iwata's words:

“Finally, another issue is that the visibility of the future software lineup is unclear. During E3, titles for the overseas markets were highlighted and the titles we introduced then were only the ones to be available at the launch time and within the launch window period, which might make you wonder, “What will become of the software in the next year?” It is our intention to convey a strong message this fall with the information about the price and the launch date and then to create momentum good enough to convince our consumers to buy (the Wii U), but currently, there must be some concerns. Overall, we believe that the current share price has been determined based on what I mentioned today. In the near term, with the introduction of the Nintendo 3DS XL followed by new software titles in July and August, the most important issue is to what degree we can change the business momentum of the Nintendo 3DS in the world. Then, subsequently, when we launch the Wii U, we intend to announce the next step by saying what will happen in the future, and by doing this, we would like to change the evaluation in the market.”