Nintendo Revolution

Kairyu wrote:"Since the console has two HD outputs, it is can be hooked up to two side-by-side HDTVs to projecting video in a 32:9 extra-widescreen format (think Cinemascope in your living room). Like a gigantic version of the Nintendo DS, the dual digital outputs also allow for an extended game display, with the action on one screen and either game information or video chat on the second."

I had a friend who wanted the same thing for his PC games. He would tell me how it would be nice if you could hook up two monitors for Unreal Tournament 2003 and display his HUD on one screen and the game on the other. And he told me this back when 2003 just came out, so thats before there was even the "two screen game boy".

Hmm, I wonder if he had inside information...
:tongue:

Kairyu wrote:"Since the console has two HD outputs, it is can be hooked up to two side-by-side HDTVs to projecting video in a 32:9 extra-widescreen format (think Cinemascope in your living room). Like a gigantic version of the Nintendo DS, the dual digital outputs also allow for an extended game display, with the action on one screen and either game information or video chat on the second."

I had a friend who wanted the same thing for his PC games. He would tell me how it would be nice if you could hook up two monitors for Unreal Tournament 2003 and display his HUD on one screen and the game on the other. And he told me this back when 2003 just came out, so thats before there was even the "two screen game boy".

Hmm, I wonder if he had inside information...
:tongue:

Kairyu wrote:And, yeah, there are controller ports, so a plug-in controller will be released by SOMEONE, if not Nintendo. I know they're probably GCN controller slots, but there'll almost certainly be a plug-in version of the new controller.

Now here's a good question- do you like the flash memory cards, or would you prefer a larger (both in terms of size and memory) hard drive?

Woah, cool picture! I was wondering how Nintendo would allow you to play Gamecube games - that's nice that we'll just be able to use our old controllers instead of whatever they have planned for the Revolution.

I like having flash memory card instead of having a hard drive. I think it's because I can physically hold it in my hands, if that makes sense. Kinda like how I prefer CDs over having digital music on my computer.

Kairyu wrote:And, yeah, there are controller ports, so a plug-in controller will be released by SOMEONE, if not Nintendo. I know they're probably GCN controller slots, but there'll almost certainly be a plug-in version of the new controller.

Now here's a good question- do you like the flash memory cards, or would you prefer a larger (both in terms of size and memory) hard drive?

Woah, cool picture! I was wondering how Nintendo would allow you to play Gamecube games - that's nice that we'll just be able to use our old controllers instead of whatever they have planned for the Revolution.

I like having flash memory card instead of having a hard drive. I think it's because I can physically hold it in my hands, if that makes sense. Kinda like how I prefer CDs over having digital music on my computer.

Orion, I find it more likely that Revolution isn't mentioned on the game news sites because there's nothing to say. Unlike Sony and Microsoft, as has already been mentioned, Nintendo hasn't said much about their new system. I think that's a good call on their part, nothing could be worse than building up everyone's expectations only to release something that can't fulfill them. Remember the hype centering around Fable? Which turned out to be a decent game, but nothing next to what was hoped for. Nintendo's playing it right, don't give out anything unnecessary until the system's ready. It's easy to beat everyone's expectations when they don't have any.

Orion, I find it more likely that Revolution isn't mentioned on the game news sites because there's nothing to say. Unlike Sony and Microsoft, as has already been mentioned, Nintendo hasn't said much about their new system. I think that's a good call on their part, nothing could be worse than building up everyone's expectations only to release something that can't fulfill them. Remember the hype centering around Fable? Which turned out to be a decent game, but nothing next to what was hoped for. Nintendo's playing it right, don't give out anything unnecessary until the system's ready. It's easy to beat everyone's expectations when they don't have any.

Vagla wrote:Yeah, seriously. Are cords THAT much of a hassle? I've never had any noteworthy problems with them, so what the fuck is the point of dealing with a BATTERY instead?!

Wireless is big at my house. Here I have two other brothers. So when we play games and we have a couple of friends over we play that who ever loses passes the controller over to the next person. So all the cords get tangled up and it takes forever to untangle them. Plus, it's really annoying when you'er playing and all of a sudden someone pulls out the cord by walking past it.

Vagla wrote:Yeah, seriously. Are cords THAT much of a hassle? I've never had any noteworthy problems with them, so what the fuck is the point of dealing with a BATTERY instead?!

Wireless is big at my house. Here I have two other brothers. So when we play games and we have a couple of friends over we play that who ever loses passes the controller over to the next person. So all the cords get tangled up and it takes forever to untangle them. Plus, it's really annoying when you'er playing and all of a sudden someone pulls out the cord by walking past it.

I don't know why Nintendo's silence seems so odd.

If I recall correctly, they tend to release information somewhat slowly at E3, with the most fascinating nuggets coming at the very end. I'm still expecting some kind of bombshell to drop, though I may be disappointed. The Zelda game alone is adequate.

I do seem to remember, though, that it was said all three systems would be playable at E3. I don't know what the source was or its credibility, but it seems Nintendo has not displayed anything playable for the Revolution yet so time will tell.

Additionally, Nintendo's days of hype are over. They hyped the SNES as the next big thing and delivered one of the greatest systems ever created. They hyped the GBC and GBA and delivered excellent handhelds. They hyped the N64 beyond even the SNES and did not deliver on the hype.

Nintendo STILL has not recovered from the N64. OoT was hyped beyond imagination and delivered a mediocre gaming experience. Nintendo's hype machine has been pretty dormant since those days.

Think about it. When Microsoft was screaming MEGAPIXELS PER MICROSECOND and Sony was pointing out that the PS2 had enough power to display simultaneously on 9 TVs arranged in a grid, Nintendo posted the hardware specs for the Gamecube. Everyone laughed at Nintendo's puny specs but slowly Microsoft changed their tune to "Did we say 'megapixels' and 'microsecond'? We think we said 'many pixels' and 'Microsoft'". Later, Sony changed their tune to "Hey guys who needs boring antialiasing and high-res textures? Those are for NERDS! What you need is FOOTBALL AND BEER! RAPPERS ON MTV PLAY PLAYSTATION AND YOU WILL NOT BE COOL UNLESS YOU BUY ONE."

Meanwhile, Nintendo was quietly applauded as the only company that posted honest specs.

Nintendo rarely fails to deliver on their promises, and this is why I am loyal to them. The only explanation for Nintendo's silence is they are either holding something back or they are not ready to make any solid claims.

Meanwhile I am cursing the fact that now I will buy another GBA. You know what that thing is? An NES controller with a screen. I MUST have it.

I don't know why Nintendo's silence seems so odd.

If I recall correctly, they tend to release information somewhat slowly at E3, with the most fascinating nuggets coming at the very end. I'm still expecting some kind of bombshell to drop, though I may be disappointed. The Zelda game alone is adequate.

I do seem to remember, though, that it was said all three systems would be playable at E3. I don't know what the source was or its credibility, but it seems Nintendo has not displayed anything playable for the Revolution yet so time will tell.

Additionally, Nintendo's days of hype are over. They hyped the SNES as the next big thing and delivered one of the greatest systems ever created. They hyped the GBC and GBA and delivered excellent handhelds. They hyped the N64 beyond even the SNES and did not deliver on the hype.

Nintendo STILL has not recovered from the N64. OoT was hyped beyond imagination and delivered a mediocre gaming experience. Nintendo's hype machine has been pretty dormant since those days.

Think about it. When Microsoft was screaming MEGAPIXELS PER MICROSECOND and Sony was pointing out that the PS2 had enough power to display simultaneously on 9 TVs arranged in a grid, Nintendo posted the hardware specs for the Gamecube. Everyone laughed at Nintendo's puny specs but slowly Microsoft changed their tune to "Did we say 'megapixels' and 'microsecond'? We think we said 'many pixels' and 'Microsoft'". Later, Sony changed their tune to "Hey guys who needs boring antialiasing and high-res textures? Those are for NERDS! What you need is FOOTBALL AND BEER! RAPPERS ON MTV PLAY PLAYSTATION AND YOU WILL NOT BE COOL UNLESS YOU BUY ONE."

Meanwhile, Nintendo was quietly applauded as the only company that posted honest specs.

Nintendo rarely fails to deliver on their promises, and this is why I am loyal to them. The only explanation for Nintendo's silence is they are either holding something back or they are not ready to make any solid claims.

Meanwhile I am cursing the fact that now I will buy another GBA. You know what that thing is? An NES controller with a screen. I MUST have it.

AtmaWeapon wrote:Meanwhile I am cursing the fact that now I will buy another GBA. You know what that thing is? An NES controller with a screen. I MUST have it.

I'm happy with my GBA SP, so I won't be picking up a GBA Micro. Your comment reminded me of this comic though, which is hilarious: http://www.penny-arcade.com/view.php3?date=2003-06-27&res=h

AtmaWeapon wrote:Meanwhile I am cursing the fact that now I will buy another GBA. You know what that thing is? An NES controller with a screen. I MUST have it.

I'm happy with my GBA SP, so I won't be picking up a GBA Micro. Your comment reminded me of this comic though, which is hilarious: http://www.penny-arcade.com/view.php3?date=2003-06-27&res=h

NINTENDO IS FUCKING US AGAIN

And it feels so good. :naughty:

NINTENDO IS FUCKING US AGAIN

And it feels so good. :naughty:

Like Atma said, Nintendo unlike M$ and Sony don't over hype things. I think it's esspecially annoying actually, that people hype systems that are over a year away from anyone even touching, and for many people more than that. Esspecially this generation. Aside from the Revolution, the other consoles will cost a serious chunk of cash. And they won't bring you any more pleasure than previous systems really.

Like Atma said, Nintendo unlike M$ and Sony don't over hype things. I think it's esspecially annoying actually, that people hype systems that are over a year away from anyone even touching, and for many people more than that. Esspecially this generation. Aside from the Revolution, the other consoles will cost a serious chunk of cash. And they won't bring you any more pleasure than previous systems really.

Well, isn't this fun.

I won't be getting the new Game Boy - I don't need it. It's still pretty cool though. Flash memory cards are Darth approved, and I certainly wouldn't mind having them. Nintendo have never exaggerated what they've got, they've always told the cold, hard truth - and that's why I love them rather then Sony or Microsoft. Price is always a key element in products, but sometimes you'll pay a fortune for something you think is really worth it. And, finally, I wish we could keep using our current consoles for another 5 years, but alas! The average consumer seems to demand up-to-date graphics now NOW NOW! Stupid consumers always pushing up expectations...

Well, isn't this fun.

I won't be getting the new Game Boy - I don't need it. It's still pretty cool though. Flash memory cards are Darth approved, and I certainly wouldn't mind having them. Nintendo have never exaggerated what they've got, they've always told the cold, hard truth - and that's why I love them rather then Sony or Microsoft. Price is always a key element in products, but sometimes you'll pay a fortune for something you think is really worth it. And, finally, I wish we could keep using our current consoles for another 5 years, but alas! The average consumer seems to demand up-to-date graphics now NOW NOW! Stupid consumers always pushing up expectations...

That article is kind of pointless.. of course you can't try the Revolution.. you can't try PS3 or Xbox360 either. Hell, Nintendo has not even revealed the controller yet (which Miyamoto has said is because they don't want their ideas being ripped off by Sony & Microsoft like they did with Rumble Pack, Wireless Controllers, etc etc).

Regarding price, I bet Nintendo will aim to be cheaper than the rest. Miyamoto even said they were designing it to be affordable. If they can sell their console for even like, $50 cheaper than the other two that will be a huge advantage (you all saw how great GC sold when it dropped down to $100).

That article is kind of pointless.. of course you can't try the Revolution.. you can't try PS3 or Xbox360 either. Hell, Nintendo has not even revealed the controller yet (which Miyamoto has said is because they don't want their ideas being ripped off by Sony & Microsoft like they did with Rumble Pack, Wireless Controllers, etc etc).

Regarding price, I bet Nintendo will aim to be cheaper than the rest. Miyamoto even said they were designing it to be affordable. If they can sell their console for even like, $50 cheaper than the other two that will be a huge advantage (you all saw how great GC sold when it dropped down to $100).

You can try the 360 though. It is playable this year.

What I heard Reggie say about the controllers was that the Revolution can play all Nintendo games, and if you put all the controllers side by side up to the Gamecube, they're all different. Now imagine what a controller would be to be able to play all of those games.

Its not quoted because I don't know the exact things he said, but that was pretty much all that was said about the controller.

You can try the 360 though. It is playable this year.

What I heard Reggie say about the controllers was that the Revolution can play all Nintendo games, and if you put all the controllers side by side up to the Gamecube, they're all different. Now imagine what a controller would be to be able to play all of those games.

Its not quoted because I don't know the exact things he said, but that was pretty much all that was said about the controller.

What could it possibly need to include? 1-2 joysticks, 1-2 d-pads, 2+ thumb buttons, 2-4 index finger buttons, and 1-2 center buttons. Hell, the most off-the-wall thing they can do is to make the controller a single control stick with buttons on and a secondary part with d-pad and anything else that isn't on the control stick.

What could it possibly need to include? 1-2 joysticks, 1-2 d-pads, 2+ thumb buttons, 2-4 index finger buttons, and 1-2 center buttons. Hell, the most off-the-wall thing they can do is to make the controller a single control stick with buttons on and a secondary part with d-pad and anything else that isn't on the control stick.

Grasshopper wrote:What I heard Reggie say about the controllers was that the Revolution can play all Nintendo games, and if you put all the controllers side by side up to the Gamecube, they're all different. Now imagine what a controller would be to be able to play all of those games.

I think what he meant is that you can play all of the NES, SNES, and N64 games with the GameCube controller.

Grasshopper wrote:What I heard Reggie say about the controllers was that the Revolution can play all Nintendo games, and if you put all the controllers side by side up to the Gamecube, they're all different. Now imagine what a controller would be to be able to play all of those games.

I think what he meant is that you can play all of the NES, SNES, and N64 games with the GameCube controller.

You know... you could just... but a different controller... I don't like the Xbox controller and never use it nowdays. I bought a cheap adapter and use my PS2 controller. I do the same for my PC, and if the Revolution will let me play all the NES SNES and N64 games, I'd ofcourse, buy an adapter if I need to.

You know... you could just... but a different controller... I don't like the Xbox controller and never use it nowdays. I bought a cheap adapter and use my PS2 controller. I do the same for my PC, and if the Revolution will let me play all the NES SNES and N64 games, I'd ofcourse, buy an adapter if I need to.

Warlock wrote:Regarding price, I bet Nintendo will aim to be cheaper than the rest. Miyamoto even said they were designing it to be affordable. If they can sell their console for even like, $50 cheaper than the other two that will be a huge advantage (you all saw how great GC sold when it dropped down to $100).

Warlock wrote:Regarding price, I bet Nintendo will aim to be cheaper than the rest. Miyamoto even said they were designing it to be affordable. If they can sell their console for even like, $50 cheaper than the other two that will be a huge advantage (you all saw how great GC sold when it dropped down to $100).