Mithos
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Nintendo could release a PC and thirdparty games would not be made for it, even if a single line of code were the only thing needed to be added/changed (header or similar) to run on it.
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Reddit [verified] User shares NX info: x86 Architecture, Second screen support etc.
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Nintendo could release a PC and thirdparty games would not be made for it, even if a single line of code were the only thing needed to be added/changed (header or similar) to run on it.
Because this verfied user only took some old news and informations from patents and called it a leak. Nothing of this is really new, maybe only the x86 thing
yeah as soon as I saw 'reddit verified' I went looking for this.
WhiskerFrisker
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Here we go again!
DragonKnight
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Nintendo has never skimped out on RAM. Id even say 16GB
Killing_Joke
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Sounds like the NX is going down the same path as WiiU. Especially if PS4K is true.
I almost convinced will be a sort of tablet with a controller. Isn't it supposed to handle an OS like Android? Just supposition.
Saoshyant
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Yes, for laptops/netbooks. It's not the sort of thing you can pull on a DS/Vita-sized handheld.
Size and power comparison with Tegra.
If we assume this is true, the primary implication would be that it's a console instead of a handheld/mobile-esque set top box standing in as a console since those couldn't run ports sufficiently.
It's... yeah there's not too much here overall since I think that was largely implied already.
That's exactly what the jaguar x86 cpu is in the ps4. Designed for tablets originally.
Kissenkopf
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Just that the person is somehow connected to an developer. But they still can release fake information so take it with a grain of salt.
But it's the same on NeoGaf.
This is a few years old at this point so if anything the tech has gotten better (x86)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfUcQOu08iQ
The big thing about consoles/handhelds is Nintendo is probably going to get under clocked parts for battery/heat issues as it having inconsistent performance from throttling is a no go.
Joelstinton14
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Also Miivese; it was one of the few shining lights of the console ( although i really enjoyed my time with the wii u). It pretty much requires a second screen.
Vyse The Legend
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Which, for me, is tremendously disappointing.
StereoVsn
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No reason hey couldn't go to AMD for console and Intel for handled. The whole point of x86 is that software would work on both. Plus Intel has been trying to get into mobile so Nintendo could get a good deal from them.
ultrazilla
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Or Wii U gamepad? Backwards compatibility?
DXB-KNIGHT
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NX fever is real!
SatoAilDarko
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So this thing is made for third-party ports but third-parties will only have games ready for mid 2017? What?!
mavericktopgun
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Has Nintendo ever used x86?
ChaosZeroX
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I highly doubt it honestly. The NX is completely different architecture it seems.
Aren't there Intel powered android phones like Asus zenphoneYes, for laptops/netbooks. It's not the sort of thing you can pull on a DS/Vita-sized handheld.
Size and power comparison with Tegra.
Triggerhappytel
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If the backwards-compatibility thing is true then I'll hold off buying a Wii U, unless the price of them plummets and I can pick one up new for ~£100.
Friendly reminder that someone once got "verified" at reddit for posting this:
(it was a fake leak that a college student did for an assignment) http://kotaku.com/the-fake-video-game-rumor-someone-spread-for-homewor-1699726881
They will learn by their mistakes. I can believe the same thing could be happened on GAF in the past.
"Can handle ports of current-gen games."
That reads like they can easily port Wii U/3DS (?) games to the new platform, but it doesn't explicitly state backwards compatibility so it's likely a way to sell you your older games on the new platform.
That's what I think too. Aside from the x86 architecture, everything read as status quo for the current gen. It would have only been a big deal had Nintendo NOT gone in this direction.
James Scott
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X86 is a bit weird since people keep saying it's not handheld friendly. I wonder how that will work out.
I really like the gamepad but it drives the price up quite a bit, would be better if they gave more of a reason to own both.
Yeah, developing all games to have some sort of second screen functionality if you own the handheld would be smart.
I really like the gamepad but it drives the price up quite a bit, would be better if they gave more of a reason to own both.
Thanks. So it could be legit or just someone who is spit-balling from a position that might know something.
Edit: Based on that laundry list, it seems way more like spit-balling to me.
Herb Alpert
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Nothing earth shattering here. But good news if true.
We're nearing the first official reveal I hope
We're nearing the first official reveal I hope
Yeah just saw Nirolak's post. I would probably go so far as to say judging by GAF and Reddit's respectice track records they're most likely not as rigorous. Plus, this info isn't anything truly groundbreaking so it doesn't matter either way.
Current gen is PS4/XBOne. The guy is basically just confirming that it can run PS4 games.
Mihael Mello Keehl
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In this case, XB1/PS4 titles are current gen games.
Lack of BC with WiiU?
has there ever been any evidence that this is what they're doing?
i feel like people have just been running under the assumption that this is a handheld/console hybrid for some reason, when that isn't really supported by anything
Nothing exactly mindblowing. Only thing that sticks out is
Which would either mean another Wii U style controller, or could simply go with
Which would either mean another Wii U style controller, or could simply go with
LordRaptor
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x86 seems unlikely (but not impossible) based on statements regarding unifying their handheld and home devices.
ARM would seem more likely given Nintendos historic preference for low power draw and need for a handheld form factor for at least one upcming device, plus they clearly have a PPC -> ARM toolchain already, based on the 3DS ports of Wii and WiiU titles.
ARM would seem more likely given Nintendos historic preference for low power draw and need for a handheld form factor for at least one upcming device, plus they clearly have a PPC -> ARM toolchain already, based on the 3DS ports of Wii and WiiU titles.
Herb Alpert
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That would be cool.
Se7enSword
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Pretty tame information revealed, but very reasonable.
No. They've used the PowerPC since the GameCube was in development (around 1999). The Wii was a GameCube with twice the ram and clock speeds. The Wii U has basically three overclocked Wii processors on a SoC with a modest GPU.
So this leak kinda announces a lot:
-BC with Wii U possible with Second Screen Support
-Current-Gen games can run on NX hardwae (at least the console), leading to ports of titles like FFXV, KH3 and other JP titles not being off the table
-Support with My Nintendo very likely
Thank you for sharing this with us OP
. The NX pieces are starting to come together....
-BC with Wii U possible with Second Screen Support
-Current-Gen games can run on NX hardwae (at least the console), leading to ports of titles like FFXV, KH3 and other JP titles not being off the table
-Support with My Nintendo very likely
Thank you for sharing this with us OP
. The NX pieces are starting to come together....- Status
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