The E3 2012 Discussion and Information Thread

E3 2012 Discussion and Information Thread
(News, Announcements, Pics and Vids all from Nintendo's big event)

~About this Thread~

This thread is meant to provide information, pics and vids from Nintendo's E3 2012 event for Wii & WiiU. I'll be updating this thread regularly during E3 2012, so be sure you check back every now and again. Feel free to discuss anything and everything about Nintendo's event - RIGHT HERE!

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~About E3 2012~

"The Electronic Entertainment Expo, commonly known as E3, is an annual trade fair for the computer and video games industry presented by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA). It is used by many video game developers to show off their upcoming games and game-related hardware.

E3 is widely considered to be the ultimate expo in the video game industry and major video game critics routinely document the event and sometimes even provide a series of E3 awards. Video game companies generally spend more on their presentations for E3 than any other convention.

E3 2012 will be held on June 4-7 at the Los Angeles Convention Center."

~Nintendo's E3 2012 Presentations~

Pre E3 2012 Nintendo Presentation:

- Watch the latest Nintendo Direct as Global President Satoru Iwata reveals new information about Wii U.

Watch the Pre E3 Presentation: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AkPdAWfFjI

Nintendo E3 Presentation:
Watch the presentation: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5prxy6CE7rQ

Developer discussion with Wii U hardware producer Katsuya Eguchi:
Watch the discussion: http://e3.nintendo.com/videos/#/Iwata-Asks-Wii-U-software

Software Showcase:
Wednesday, June 6 @ 6 p.m. PDT

Nintendo's Official E3 2012 Website: http://e3.nintendo.com/

GameSpot's E3 2012 Livestream: http://e3.gamespot.com/

Giant Bomb's E3 2012 Livestream: http://www.giantbomb.com/

GameTrailers E3 2012 Livestream: http://www.gametrailers.com/e3/

Television: Nintendo is partnering with Viacom as the exclusive television broadcaster for the Nintendo All-Access Presentation @ E3 2012. Viewers with access to the Spike TV or MTV2 networks can watch the presentation live with no commercial interruptions.

Facebook: Facebook users can visit and 'Like' the Nintendo page at http://www.facebook.com/nintendo to get regular updates from the E3 Expo and connect with other Nintendo fans. A special E3 Expo tab will make it simple to access E3 Expo content, including video clips and a Nintendo Instagram gallery. The Nintendo @ E3 Expo app will also allow users to stream the Nintendo All-Access Presentation @ E3 2012 and other events on Facebook.

Facebook users can also vist and 'Like' the official Wii U page at https://www.facebook.com/WiiU to get the latest news about Nintendo's new console.

YouTube: Nintendo will be posting video updates from the show on its YouTube Channels at http://www.youtube.com/nintendo. The lineup of videos will include sneak peeks at upcoming hardware and software as well as interviews with game developers.

Twitter: Twitter users can follow Nintendo (@NintendoAmerica) to receive tweets from the show. Nintendo representatives will also be live-tweeting events such as the Nintendo All-Access Presentation @ E3 2012 on June 5.

~General Information about Nintendo's New Console~

"The Wii U is an upcoming video game console by Nintendo, and is the successor to the Wii. The system was unveiled during Nintendo's press conference at the Electronic Entertainment Expo 2011 on June 7, 2011, and is expected to be released during the fourth quarter of 2012 in North America, Europe, Australia, and Japan. The console has been described as belonging to the eighth generation of video game consoles.

The Wii U is Nintendo's sixth home console and the first Nintendo console to produce 1080p high-definition graphics, and features a new controller with an embedded touchscreen. The controller allows a player to continue playing certain games by displaying the game even when the television is off. The system will be backwards compatible with Wii, and Wii U games can support compatibility with Wii peripherals, such as the Wii Remote Plus, Nunchuck, and Classic Controller Pro. It will not be backwards compatible with Nintendo GameCube media or peripherals."

~Wii U GamePad~

"The main feature of the GamePad is its built-in touchscreen, which either supplements or replicates the gameplay displayed at the television screen, and even functioning as a standalone screen without the use of a television. The GamePad shares some characteristics of the Nintendo 3DS such as an accelerometer, gyroscope, camera, analog controls, as well as a built-in microphone and resistive touchscreen. You can also use the GamePad as a remote control for your normal television viewing.

The GamePad will also feature NFC (Near Field Communication). A recent photo reveals some minor changes to the controller. The picture reveals the change of the circle pads (similar to the Nintendo 3DS) to proper analog sticks (similar to the Nunchuk) and the start and select (+ and - buttons) have moved from the bottom near the Home button to the right side of the controller. It is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and weighs approximately 1.1 pounds (500 g)."

(Youtube) Wii U GamePad Hardware Walkthrough Trailer

FEATURES:

- Built-in 3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis gyroscope
- Speakers andMicrophone
- Front-facing camera
- IR Sensor strip
- 6.2 inch (15.7 cm) 854×480 FWVGA 16:9 resistive touchscreen
- Two Clickable Analog Sticks and one D-pad
- Stylus
- Select, Start, Home and Power buttons
- A/B/X/Y face buttons, L/R bumper buttons and ZL/ZR trigger buttons
- Rumble
- Controller sync button
- Bluetooth
- Near Field Communication
- Powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- weighs approximately 1.1 pounds (500 g)

~Wii U Pro Controller~

The Wii U Pro Controller is a new wireless controller for Wii U that was designed for long play sessions. It has the same basic control features as the Wii U GamePad, minus its built-in features such as the resistive touchscreen, front-facing camera, IR sensor strip, stylus, speakers and microphone.

~Wii U Hardware~

"The new console features a compact design that will make it a natural addition to any home entertainment setup." - Nintendo

(Youtube)(Off-screen) Japanese Garden Tech Demo from E3 2011
(Youtube) Zelda HD Tech Demo from E3 2011
(Youtube) Tokyo Street Panorama Tech Demo from E3 2012

Size:
Approximately 1.8 inches high, 10.5 inches deep and 6.8 inches long.

Weight:
Approximately 3.41 pounds (1.5 kg).

Processors:
- CPU: IBM Power Architecture processor based on the POWER7 architecture found in the Watson supercomputer.
- GPU: AMD Radeon-based High Definition GPU

Storage:
- Internal flash memory, expandable via SD memory cards and USB hard disk drives
- Slot-loading optical disc drive compatible with 12 cm "proprietary high-density optical discs" (25GB per layer) and 12 cm Wii optical discs

Ports and peripheral capabilities:
- SD memory card slot (supports SDHC cards)
- 4 USB 2.0 ports (2 at front of console, 2 at rear)
- Sensor Bar power port
- The Wii U console is capable of supporting two Wii U GamePad controllers, up to four Wii Remote (or Wii Remote Plus) controllers or Wii U Pro Controllers, and Wii accessories such as the Nunchuk, Classic Controller and Wii Balance Board

Networking:
Wii U can access the Internet via wireless (IEEE 802.11b/g/n) connection. The console features four USB 2.0 connectors -- two in the front and two in the rear -- that support Wii LAN Adapters.

Video:
- Supports 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i.Compatible cables include HDMI, Wii D-Terminal, Wii Component Video, Wii RGB, Wii S-Video Stereo AV and Wii AV

Audio:
- Uses six-channel PCM linear output via HDMI® connector, or analog output via the AV Multi Out connector.

~About Nintendo's New Online Service~

"The Nintendo Network is Nintendo's second online service after Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection to provide online play for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U compatible games. It was announced on January 26, 2012, at an investor's conference. Nintendo's president Satoru Iwata said, "Unlike Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, which has been focused upon specific functionalities and concepts, we are aiming to establish a platform where various services available through the network for our consumers shall be connected via Nintendo Network service so that the company can make comprehensive proposals to consumers."

Nintendo's Plans for the Network:

* Personal Accounts for Wii U - Nintendo will now allow personalized accounts for its next home console, which will allow multiple users per system. Online profiles will no longer be system-based. "We will also be able to construct and offer the [personal account system] by combining a variety of different services and content," Iwata said.

* Digitally Distributed Packaged Software - Nintendo has confirmed plans to allow consumers to purchase first-party and third-party titles in traditional boxed form, or in a downloadable, eShop-based format for 3DS and WiiU. The publisher will also allow retailers to sell the games in this format through a 16-digit downloadable code similar to eShop currency 'gift cards' that are currently on sale.

Iwata noted that downloaded software will not be able to be shared between systems. Nintendo plans on keeping its suggested pricing of physical and digital software the same, but retailers will be able to set the prices of the software they sell as usual, including digital content.

* Nintendo eShop - The digital storefront for Wii U will be available at launch and offer a variety of content for people to download and enjoy. Consumers will also be able to purchase and download select games that are also available at retail stores.

* Paid Downloadable Content - As we've heard previously, publishers will now be able to offer paid DLC for different games, starting with Square's Theatrhythm Final Fantasy, which will allow players to purchase new songs for the rhythm-based game. The title releases in North America on July 3rd, and Europe gets it 3 days later.

* Download Content While You're Away - "it is true that downloading software with 10 gigabytes of memory cannot be done in an instant today, even with broadband connections. So, compared with the situation of portable gaming devices, where comparatively compact-sized software can be downloaded, we have to ask our consumers to wait for a longer time before the download process is completed. However, consumers will be able to use the Wii U effectively by finding convenient times to download software such as when they are sleeping at night." - Satoru Iwata

* Video Entertainment - Nintendo is working with Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon Instant Video, and YouTube to bring video experiences to Wii U that will take advantage of the integrated second-screen experience. Additional details will be released at a later time.

~About Miiverse // A New Social Universe~

"When the system is first powered on, players will see a home screen full of all their friends' Mii characters - a "Mii Universe," as Iwata described it. It will act as a communication hub of sorts, where players can see their friends' Miis gathered around whatever game they're playing."

"The Miiverse is a brand-new network communication system that lets gamers from around the world share experiences, discuss games and discover new content. Using their personalized Mii character, players enter Miiverse and see games, applications or entertainment content that either they have interacted with recently, expressed interest in learning more about or that their friends are using or discussing.

From here they can challenge their friends to play together, ask a question about a difficult level or discover new elements of their favorite games they never knew existed. After a notable achievement or other share-worthy moment, players can pause their game or application and seamlessly post messages to the Miiverse community. Your Miiverse will be accessible from Wii U, 3DS, mobile devices and online, and you'll be able to suspend play of any Wii U games to check on your Miiverse whenever you want."

~Wii U Games at E3 2012~
(Note: Wii U specific game information (pics, vids, etc.) will be added when available)

New Super Mario Bros. U (Nintendo)

GENRE: Side-Scrolling Adventure

INFO:

"New Super Mario Bros. U is a new, side-scrolling adventure featuring Mario, Luigi, Toad -- and your Mii character! Now's your chance to step inside the Mushroom Kingdom and explore new worlds, new power-ups and new ways to play.

Features:

Swoop through levels and cling to walls when Mario transforms into Flying Squirrel Mario, or gently float through the air while hanging onto Tiny Balloon Yoshi.

The Wii U GamePad controller offers a new way to play multiplayer in this game. An extra player can jump into the action using the new Boost mode, creating platforms out of thin air to help others navigate tricky stages or access hidden or hard-to-reach items.

Boost mode also makes cooperative speed runs possible for the first time. Use the GamePad to interact with and manipulate enemies and objects in real time, allowing for new ways to find the fastest routes through each level.

Play on the big screen or the small screen. Switch game play from the TV to the GamePad at any time to continue playing even when others are using the TV.

Experience Mario together like never before with Miiverse. See other players' comments and accomplishments while you play and leave your own feedback for others to see when connected to the Nintendo Network."

PICS:

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VIDS:

(Youtube) New Super Mario Bros. U Iwata Asks
(Youtube) New Super Mario Bros. U E3 Tailer

Pikmin 3 (Nintendo)

GENRE: Mass-Action Strategy

INFO:

"Pikmin 3 is a fully reimagined, mass-action strategy title from the critically acclaimed Pikmin series. Players will discover a beautiful world filled with strange creatures and take command of a swarm of ant-like Pikmin trying to survive. The world is densely packed with treasures and enemies, which makes the game much more action focused and fills it with layers of potential strategies and paths, adding greater replayability to challenge modes.

Features:

Players can play using Wii Remote Plus and Nunchuk-based controls or the Wii U GamePad controller. With new intuitive controls that make it possible to aim at objects directly, players can command their tiny, yet powerful, squads in different ways.

The GamePad acts as an overhead map and radar to track Pikmin movements in real time. Players can slide a finger across the touch screen to quickly switch between areas, giving greater flexibility in commanding multiple groups of Pikmin.

The greater processing and HD capabilities of the Wii U console are put to extensive use, resulting in a more intricately designed world, enhanced ant-like movement of the Pikmin and precisely detailed overhead views for enabling easier strategic use of the Pikmin.

After completing a stage, the replay feature allows players the option to review their results using the GamePad and TV. Fast-forward, rewind or pause while assessing the previous mission to decide on other paths.

In addition to the five original types of Pikmin encountered in previous games, the new Rock Pikmin bring powerful new abilities and are able to crack hard outer shells of enemies and break through solid barriers.

Mission Mode challenges players to earn the most treasure in a given time."

PICS:

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VIDS:

(Youtube) Off-Screen Boss Battle Footage
(Youtube) Pikmin 3 E3 Trailer

LEGO City: Undercover (Nintendo)

GENRE: Open world, Action-adventure

INFO:

"LEGO City: Undercover is an upcoming Nintendo published sandbox-style action-adventure game, currently in development by TT Fusion, a division of TT Games, to be released on the Nintendo 3DS and the Wii U in 2012. Players assume the identity of Chase McCain, an undercover detective armed with clever disguises. The mission is to put a stop to the fiendish Rex Fury and end his crime wave in LEGO City. As players run, drive and even fly through the city, they'll use the Wii U GamePad controller as a new police gadget.

Features:

The Wii U GamePad is woven seamlessly into the game-play experience. Players use it to scan for hidden clues and criminals, receive mission updates and place waypoints on an overhead city map that displays their position in real time.

Experience LEGO City like never before. Players will encounter familiar play sets come to life as they explore the vast city, looking for clues to bring Rex Fury to justice.

Players can go undercover with a variety of disguises, including a firefighter, a construction worker and even a robber, and use their unique abilities to solve puzzles and access new areas of the city.

There are more than 100 vehicles for players to collect and use to explore the city, including sports cars, motorcycles and even aircraft.

LEGO video games are known for their humor and parody, and LEGO City: Undercover delivers this and more with fully voiced characters and ambient crowds, bringing LEGO City to life."

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VIDS:

(Youtube) LEGO City: Undercover E3 Trailer

Nintendo Land (Nintendo)

GENRE: Interactive Theme Park

INFO:

"Nintendo Land is a fun and lively theme park filled with 12 different attractions, each with its own take on a Nintendo franchise. Each attraction features unique and innovative game-play experiences made possible by the Wii U GamePad controller. Depending on the attraction, players can compete solo or against other players, or even team up to play cooperatively. Up to five players can participate in dynamic multiplayer modes in select attractions. The experiences change every time, depending on whether players are using the GamePad, holding a Wii Remote or just watching others play on the TV screen.

Features:

Donkey Kong's Crash Course: Using the GamePad's motion control, players tilt the controller to guide a fragile rolling cart through an obstacle course that resembles the original Donkey Kong arcade game. This single-player game lets other spectators watch the action on the TV and offer advice about how to pass the next obstacle.

Luigi's Ghost Mansion: The player with the GamePad is a ghost (invisible to others) who is trying to capture up to four humans armed with flashlights. The ghost must sneak around the environment by staying in the shadows and try to catch them one by one. The humans can work together to revive fallen comrades before the ghost catches everyone. If all four humans are caught before they are revived, the ghost wins. But if they are successful at shining their flashlights on the ghost long enough to reduce its hit points to zero, the humans win.

Animal Crossing: Sweet Day: The player holding the Wii U GamePad controls two guards who are in charge of safeguarding a candy orchard from a group of candy-loving animals. Up to four other players, using the Wii Remote controllers to control these animals, must work together to outwit -- and outrun -- the guards. The game ends when a combined total of 50 pieces of candy are collected, or when the guards catch any one of the animals three times.

The Legend of Zelda: Battle Quest: The player with the GamePad is an archer who can aim and shoot arrows using the screen as a view finder. That player is joined by up to three others who wield Wii Remote Plus controllers like swords. Players work together to take on a variety of enemies in a world that looks like a cloth version of a game from The Legend of Zelda series.

Takamaru's Ninja Castle: Based on an early Famicom game available only in Japan, this single-player game turns the GamePad into a launcher for ninja stars. Players swipe the controller's touch screen to take out an ever-growing army of ninja attackers, earning more points for consecutive hits. Moving the GamePad around at different angles enables the player to take aim in an intuitive fashion.

Seven other attractions will be announced at a later date."

PICS:

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VIDS:

(Youtube) The Legend of Zelda Battle Quest Gameplay Demo
(Youtube) Animal Crossing: Sweet Day Gameplay Demo
(Youtube) Donkey Kong's Crash Course Gameplay Demo
(Youtube) Luigi's Ghost Mansion Gameplay Demo
(Youtube) Takamaru's Ninja Castle Gameplay Demo

Project P-100 (Working title) (Nintendo & Platimun Games)

GENRE: Mass-Hero Action

INFO:

"Earth is under attack from an invasion of enormous aliens, and the only thing that can protect the planet is a group of unlikely, yet mighty, heroes with special abilities. Unfortunately, the aliens are too powerful for the heroes to fight individually. They must join forces and work together to defeat their common enemy. These uniquely different heroes can morph into powerful weapons to crush the invaders or turn into objects like a giant fist or bridge to interact with and traverse the environments.

Features:

Players must explore each stage to find helpless citizens and recruit them to join their army of heroes. The more heroes you gather, the greater your Special Morph Powers will be.

Players can use the Wii U GamePad's touch screen to command heroes such as Bonzai Man, Vending Machine Man and even Toilet Bowl Man. Heroes can also morph into gelatin to guard themselves from enemy attacks.

Players can also use the GamePad to explore areas unseen on the TV screen and solve puzzle elements.

Platinum Games, known for hit titles like Bayonetta and MadWorld, has partnered with Nintendo to apply its unique talent to the development of one of the first games for Wii U."

PICS:

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VIDS:

(Youtube) Project P-100 E3 Trailer

Game & Wario (Working title) (Nintendo)

GENRE: Party

INFO:

"Wario and his Diamond City friends are back in action. Game & Wario (working title) features a collection of games that use only the Wii U GamePad controller. The games retain the original flair and character of the micro-games from the WarioWare series.

Features:

To earn medals and various bonus items, players are encouraged to play a variety of games.

Arrow -- This single-player game transforms the GamePad into a hi-tech bow (shaped like Wario's mustache, of course) and arrow designed to defeat swarming enemies. Players hold the GamePad vertically with one hand to aim at enemies on the TV screen, while using their other hand to pull the arrow on the GamePad's touch screen.

Ski -- In this single-player game, competitors must lead the skier to the finish line by holding the GamePad vertically and tilting it left or right. The TV monitor will show the skier's flashy moves to entertain the audience.

Shutter -- In this single-player game, the player must use the GamePad like a telephoto camera lens to take photos of criminals hidden in the town before the time runs out.

Fruit -- In this game for two to five players, the main player uses the GamePad to anonymously control one of many characters on the TV screen to quietly steal some fruit scattered all over the town. Once the thief completes the mission, the player passes the GamePad to the other players, who then must try to finger the suspect.

Additional games will be announced at a later time."

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Wii Fit U (Nintendo)

GENRE: Fitness

INFO:

"Discover fun, new ways to get up and get moving as the Wii Fitseries comes to the Wii U home console. The game features favorite exercises from Wii Fit Plus as well as new exercises that incorporate the Wii U GamePad controller in select activities. The game also comes packaged with a small peripheral device called the Fit Meter, which is designed to track your daily activity.

Features:

Wii Fit U features more than 20 new activities and exercises that integrate the unique features of the GamePad and/or the Wii Balance Board.

Single-screen activities or exercises can be played using the GamePad without a TV screen. You can also use the GamePad to check personal information, such as your weight, without displaying it on the big screen.

You can carry the portable Fit Meter everywhere to take a comprehensive record of your daily activity. A variety of data, such as the number of steps taken or the elevation climbed, can be synced with the Wii U console to show how much activity takes place throughout the day.

Most of the Yoga and Strength exercises from Wii Fit and Wii Fit Plus are back, and you will even be able to transfer your previous save data.

Friends and family members can take turns using their own Mii characters within various activities."

PICS:

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VIDS:

(Youtube) Wii Fit U E3 Trailer

SiNG (Working title) (Nintendo)

GENRE: Performance Party

INFO:

"Get the party started with SiNG (working title), a new, interactive musical performance game that will get you and your guests singing and dancing well into the night. With dozens of popular songs to choose from, everyone from novice singers to experienced entertainers will be able to join in the fun. While one person steps up as the main performer, others can dance, sing and clap along with the prompts on the TV screen making sure everyone at the party is rocking out together.

Features:

In "Party" mode, the lead singer uses the Wii U GamePad controller to view lyrics and receive cues, freeing them from the TV and allowing them to interact with the audience, making each performance more engaging and enjoyable.

There's no limit to the number of people who can join in at one time. Audience participation, such as singing, dancing, interacting with the lead singer and playing instrumental sounds with the Wii Remote controllers, is the key to a great performance.

In "Sing" mode, up to two singers' vocal and overall performance quality are evaluated on the TV in real time.

The GamePad can be used as an audio mixer and to create a playlist.

A variety of song selections, from the 60s to current pop hits, makes it easy for players from any generation to put on a show."

PICS:

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VIDS:

(Youtube) SiNG E3 Trailer

Aliens: Colonial Marines (Sega)

GENRE: First-person shooter, Survival horror

MODES: Single-player, Multiplayer

INFO:

"Aliens: Colonial Marines is an upcoming game in development by Gearbox Software and is to be published by Sega for Wii U and other platforms. The game is a first-person shooter based on the characters and creatures of the Alien franchise, particularly the film Aliens."

Assassin's Creed III (Ubisoft)

GENRE: Action-adventure, Open world, Stealth

MODES: Single-player, Multiplayer

INFO:

"Assassin's Creed III is an upcoming historical action-adventure open world stealth game being developed and published by Ubisoft for Wii U and other platforms. It will be the fifth major installment in the Assassin's Creed series and the third numbered title in the series.

Ubisoft has said that the game will be bigger than any of its previous installments. Assassin's Creed III will be set during the American Revolution and will feature a new protagonist, who calls himself Connor, but his birth name is Ratohnhaké:ton."

Batman: Arkham City (Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment)

GENRE: Action-adventure, Beat 'em up, Stealth

MODES: Single-player

INFO:

"Batman: Arkham City is a sequel to Batman: Arkham Asylum, based on DC Comics' Batman, for Wii U and other platforms. It is being developed by Rocksteady Studios and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. Arkham City, like its predecessor, Arkham Asylum, is an open world action video game that incorporates elements of stealth and predator tactics."

CastleStorm (Downloadable) (Zen Studios)

GENRE: Tower Defense, Real-time Stratgy, 2D Destruction

MODES: Single-player, Multiplayer

INFO:

"Your primary objective is to harness the power of a medieval era ballista and launch an assortment of weapons including Morningstars, Apple Grenades, Homing Eagles, and even flying sheep to defeat an onslaught of enemies trying to capture your flag and destroy your castle. You will also be able to train and deploy a fearsome ground attack of swordsmen, knights, axe throwers, healers and more!

We thought it would be a lot of fun to let you guys create your own castles! CastleStorm features a tower construction editor that allows you to do just that. Get ready to construct your own custom castle that will be used in battle. Castles must be constructed wisely, as choices determine which types of troops and resources will be available during battle! Yes, CastleStorm has some awesome multiplayer action, and we'll have lots more details on that later!" (Click here for more details)

VIDS:

(Youtube) Announcement Trailer

Darksiders II (THQ)

GENRE: Hack and slash, Action-adventure

MODES: Single-player

INFO:

"Darksiders II is an upcoming action adventure video game published by THQ. Darksiders II follows the exploits of Death, one of the four horsemen of the Apocalypse, in a weaving tale that runs parallel to the events in the original Darksiders game. This epic journey propels Death through various light and dark realms as he tries to redeem his brother War, the horseman who was blamed for prematurely starting the Apocalypse in Darksiders.

Featuring a dramatically larger world, full weapon and armor upgrade systems as well as bigger and more challenging dungeons and vast array of new enemies and bosses, Darksiders II strives to improve on every aspect of the original hit."

FIFA 13 (EA Sports)

GENRE: Sports

MODES: Single-player, Multiplayer

INFO:

"FIFA 13, this year's iteration of EA's soccer franchise, will be coming to Wii U. The Wii U version is being developed by a separate team, and it is not yet known how it might differ from the other versions of the game.

The revisions announced for the other console versions include improvements to teammates' positioning AI, an overhaul of the dribbling mechanic, and new methods of interacting with high balls and taking free kicks."

Injustice: Gods Among Us (Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment)

GENRE: Fighting

MODES: Single-player, Multiplayer

INFO:

"Injustice: Gods Among Us is an upcoming fighting game in development by NetherRealm Studios (Creators of Mortal Kombat) and is to be published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. The game is scheduled for release in 2013 for the Wii U and other platforms.

Injustice: Gods Among Us debuts as a bold new fighting game franchise that introduces a deep, original story featuring a large cast of favorite DC Comics icons such as Batman, Harley Quinn, Solomon Grundy, Superman, The Flash, Wonder Woman and many others. Set in a world where the lines between good and evil are blurred, players will experience heroes and villains engaging in epic battles on a massive scale."

VIDS:

(Youtube) Announcement Trailer

ZombiU (Ubisoft)

GENRE: First-person shooter

MODES: Single-player, Multiplayer

INFO:

"Developed by Ubisoft Montpellier, ZombiU puts players in the middle of London circa 2012, where an outbreak has infected the population, destroying their humanity and turning them into mindless monsters preying on the flesh of the few remaining survivors. This fear-fueled first-person shooter takes all the terror, chaos and tension found in the best of the horror genre and adds original interactive elements, including a unique death mechanic that puts players in the body of a different survivor each time they die, allowing them to track and take down their old, infected characters, recover their equipment and see if they can stay alive just a little bit longer this time."

VIDS:

(Youtube) Announcement Trailer

Marvel Pinball (Downloadable) (Zen Studios)

GENRE: Arcade

MODES: Single-player, Multiplayer

INFO:

"Marvel Pinball is slinging onto new systems, set to hit mobile devices (iOS, Android, PS Vita, and 3DS), a new stationary console (PC), and a strange mixture of the two (WiiU), all by the end of 2012. Specific release dates will bounce onto the scene closer to each launch."

NBA 2K13 (2K Sports)

GENRE: Sports

MODES: Single-player, Multiplayer

INFO:

"2K Sports has announced that NBA 2K13 will be available on multiple systems, including the Wii U during its launch window."

Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge (Tecmo Koei)

GENRE:

MODES: Single-player, Multiplayer

INFO:

"Ninja Gaiden 3 is an action-adventure video game developed by Team Ninja and published by Tecmo Koei. It is the sequel to Ninja Gaiden II and was released worldwide for multiple systems in March 2012. The game will also be released for the Wii U during its launch window."

Project C.A.R.S. (Slightly Mad Studios)

GENRE: Racing

MODES: Single-player, Multiplayer

INFO:

"The ultimate driver journey begins here! Project C.A.R.S. represents the definitive racing simulation, with a Franchise Mode that allows you to carve out a personalized career starting in the Karting world and then progressing on to whichever motorsport specialization you prefer including Rally, Touring Cars, Open-Wheel, GT, Le Mans, and many more! Players can get in at every role in professional racing -- play Co-Op with a friend as Driver/Co-Driver, and create and manage a full team to compete against friends and challengers.

User-generated content lets you take advantage of the advanced graphics and physics model to design your car exactly as you want. Slightly Mad Studios is an award-winning developer known most recently for its work on Electronic Arts' Need For Speed franchise with the successful SHIFT series. Project C.A.R.S. will be coming to the Wii U and other platforms."

Rayman Legends (Ubisoft)

GENRE: 2D Platformer

MODES: Single-player, Multiplayer

INFO:

"Rayman Legends is a platforming game in development by Ubisoft Montpellier to be published by Ubisoft. It is the fifth main title in the Rayman series and the direct sequel to 2011's Rayman Origins. It was revealed in a leaked trailer that appeared on the internet on April 27, 2012, showing gameplay and exclusive features for the Wii U."

VIDS:

(Youtube) E3 2012 On-stage Gameplay Walkthrough
(Youtube) Leaked Wii U Concept Trailer

Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed (Sega)

GENRE: Racing

MODES: Single-player, Multiplayer

INFO:

"The line up on the Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed grid sees SEGA favourites -- including Sonic the Hedgehog, Dr Eggman and AiAi -- return to battle against newcomers that include Gilius Thunderhead of Golden Axe and Vyse of Skies of Arcadia. The brand new dynamic environments and tracks in Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed are once again inspired by SEGA's illustrious gaming history.

When the road falls away beneath you on Super Monkey Ball's Temple Trouble track your car transforms into a boat and speeds down the rivers and rapids, whilst the Panzer Dragoon inspired track, Dragon Canyon, takes you into the sky in complete control of your plane, barrel rolling to out-manoeuvre rivals and obstacles before transforming back in to a car and racing to the finish line. Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed also sees the popular All-Star moves return with a brand new mechanic allowing your All-Star bar to power up faster if you race daringly and stylishly.

An all new fair weapon system ensures that weapons fired at your vehicle can either be blocked or evaded once you have gained the skills to do so, making each race a unique and exhilarating experience whether it's on water, in the air or on land. Old rivalries can be settled and new track records set in the enhanced online multiplayer mode, whilst the Grand Prix mode and competitive Battle Arenas will prove that Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed is certainly set to change the rules of the race."

VIDS:

(Youtube) Announcement Trailer

Tom Qlancy's Ghost Recon Online (Ubisoft)

GENRE: Action, Third-person shooter

MODES: Multiplayer

INFO: (Some details may NOT apply to the Wii U version)

"Ghost Recon Online is a multi-player, third-person, cover-based tactical shooter that is offered free-to-play online. Ghost Recon Online offers players the ability to choose between three different classes of Ghost, customize their weapons, deploy cutting-edge military technology, and share intel with their team.

Ghost Recon Online also features a rich lobby platform for hosting social and persistent progression features. Ubisoft also will back the game with a full set of services, including regular events and game content updates, customized content based on community feedback, and live support."

VIDS:

(Youtube) Wii U Concept Trailer

Toki Tori 2 (Downloadable) (Two Tribes B.V.)

GENRE: Puzzles, Platformer

MODES: TBA

INFO:

"The studio has now announced plans to release the game's sequel, Toki Tori 2, on Nintendo's upcoming HD console, in addition to previous plans for a PC and Mac release. The developer went on to outline the benefits of playing Toki Tori 2 directly on the Wii U controller without the need for a TV because the game has been designed with "minimal use for a graphical user interface," making it suited to a smaller widescreen display.

Two Tribes also revealed its intention to incorporate a level editor using the Wii U controller (something it attributes to fan requests) but said it does not intend to include motion controls in Toki Tori 2, as this would not fit with the game's current design."

*reserved for news and announcements*

E3 is always so exciting! *boards the hype train*

Great thread as usual Jolly. :D

Really interested to find out what the Wii U will be like.

I'm glad that E3 is less than a week away. This will be a great thread. I didn't think Jolly would have enough time to do this thread. He did it on his own free will. Being a part of the special thanks feels good.

WOOOO! I'm so excited for E3!

Great thread Jolly.

There is a facebook page for the WiiU.

There is a facebook page for the WiiU.

super600

Here's the FB page

http://www.facebook.com/#!/WiiU

Hey Im in the special thanks :D Awh dont I feel special:P :lol:

Nicely made topic, this needs to be stickied right now! Lol.

Oh Jolly, I just wanted to correct you on one thing though. Righ here you say:

"The controller shares some characteristics of the Nintendo 3DS such as an accelerometer, gyroscope, camera, dual analog sticks, as well as a built-in microphone and resistive touchscreen."

I mean, sure the 3DS can have dual circle pads with the add-on, but by itself its only a single circle pad and even then its not an anolog stick:P

Dont mind me, Im just being nitpicky.

Nintendo will be holding a 'Software Showcase' the day after their E3 presentation.

Nintendo will provide a live stream of this second presentation which ison June 6th at 6pm PDT and will focus entirely on the software coming to both the 3DS and Wii U. It has also been suggested that the conference may be focused on the operating system and online functionality of the Wii U.

This second presentation suggests that a heap of software revelations and gameplay content are going to be shown by Nintendo in the coming days and weeks. Our excitement is now at an all time high.

http://maxnintendo.wordpress.com/2012/05/30/nintendo-to-hold-a-software-showcase-the-day-after-e3/

Wow!!! Nintendo is going to have 2 conferences next week!!! They can't even fit all their info in 1 conference.

But anywho...

I can say right now the one aspect of Nintendo's press conference that I am looking most forward to is... (besides the Wii U) Pikmin 3. My second thing after that is F-Zero, but that hasnt really been comfirmed, so Im not going to get myself hyped about that :P

Oh and Jolly, you dont really have to do this, but maybe you could compile a small if not large list of rumors that could possibly be comfirmed at this years E3. Some rumors that I can get right off the top of my head are:

• Retro working on a Starfox and Metroid cross-over (I personally dont see that happening)
• Nintendo working on their own racing sim that will rival other popular racing sims that I cant remember their names
• Wii U name change (has pretty much been discomfirmed

Those are all the rumors that I could think of right off the top of my head.

Here's the FB page

https://www.facebook.com/WiiU

super600

Hey Im in the special thanks :D Awh dont I feel special:P :lol:

Nicely made topic, this needs to be stickied right now! Lol.

Oh Jolly, I just wanted to correct you on one thing though. Righ here you say:

"The controller shares some characteristics of the Nintendo 3DS such as an accelerometer, gyroscope, camera, dual analog sticks, as well as a built-in microphone and resistive touchscreen."

I mean, sure the 3DS can have dual circle pads with the add-on, but by itself its only a single circle pad and even then its not an anolog stick:P

Dont mind me, Im just being nitpicky.

Gamingclone

Oh and Jolly, you dont really have to do this, but maybe you could compile a small if not large list of rumors that could possibly be comfirmed at this years E3.

Gamingclone

I'm glad you like the thread!

This is a sticky topic now, thanks to Haziqonfire. :D And thanks for pointing that out, I made a few small changes to the OP.

I'll be sticking to confirmed information for the main posts, but you can still talk about any of the rumors.

E3 2012 predictions are also welcome, just don't forget your lucky crystal ball. (Everyone has one... right? :P)

Awesome thread!

I can't believe E3 is almost upon us once again! :D

If that console design is final I won't be buying it until they come out with a new color, that design is lazy and unappealing, don't want it standing out on my entertainment center, especially with as deep as it is -_-

Woo jolly threads have invaded the Wii forum! Most excellent! Thanks for the thread :)

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If that console design is final I won't be buying it until they come out with a new color, that design is lazy and unappealing, don't want it standing out on my entertainment center, especially with as deep as it is -_-

WreckEm711

I agree. The design looks like a blander wii. If I didn't know any better I would guess that the Wii was the upcoming new console, not this.

Ninty is planning to reveal 3 games on that FB page I just linked before E3.

If that console design is final I won't be buying it until they come out with a new color, that design is lazy and unappealing, don't want it standing out on my entertainment center, especially with as deep as it is -_-

Woo jolly threads have invaded the Wii forum! Most excellent! Thanks for the thread :)

WreckEm711

I've got to echo this sentiment again. As far as I'm concerned Nintendo has to do two things to really cement the WiiU as a competitive product:

1-console redesign. This is more than just an issue of aesthetics. The WiiU needs to look iconic and recognizable just like the Wii. This will make sure the average consumer understands that the WiiU is a whole new console and not just a Wii add-on. Plus, people like owning nice looking things.

2-exclusive games. It is great that the WiiU is getting multiplats that the Wii always missed out on. However, to make a big impact at launch you've got to get a lot of ps3/360 owners to consider getting the WiiU as well and the only way to do that is exclusive titles. Exclusive titles also tend to be the ones that show off system capabilities the best too.

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Haziqonfire

All abooooooard!!

If that console design is final I won't be buying it until they come out with a new color, that design is lazy and unappealing, don't want it standing out on my entertainment center, especially with as deep as it is -_-

WreckEm711

If that console design is final I won't be buying it until they come out with a new color, that design is lazy and unappealing, don't want it standing out on my entertainment center, especially with as deep as it is -_-

Woo jolly threads have invaded the Wii forum! Most excellent! Thanks for the thread :)

WreckEm711

That console design is from E3 2011, they'll reveal the final design at E3 this year.

I doubt the final design will look drastically different from what we saw last year, but there should be a few noticeable changes.

Ninty is planning to reveal 3 games on that FB page I just linked before E3.

super600

I say Pikmin 3, Lego City Stories and a Mario Game.

It's also possible that there are more than 3 games on that list, because they say "Guess what the initial game releases will be for Nintendo's new home console, Wii U? Soon we'll scratch off to reveal the names!" which makes it seem like they're teasing about the Wii U's launch lineup. Or maybe there's only going to be 3 games at launch? :o

[QUOTE="super600"]

Ninty is planning to reveal 3 games on that FB page I just linked before E3.

JollyGreenOne

I say Pikmin 3, Lego City Stories and a Mario Game.

It's also possible that there are more than 3 games on that list, because they say "Guess what the initial game releases will be for Nintendo's new home console, Wii U? Soon we'll scratch off to reveal the names!" which makes it seem like they're teasing about the Wii U's launch lineup. Or maybe there's only going to be 3 games at launch? :o

I'm going to take a wild guess and say one of the launch games is going to be a new Animal Crossing. The new 3DS games is supposed to be released this fall and I just have a feeling that we'll see one for Wii U that can connect to the 3ds game.

Great thread BTW.

[QUOTE="WreckEm711"]

If that console design is final I won't be buying it until they come out with a new color, that design is lazy and unappealing, don't want it standing out on my entertainment center, especially with as deep as it is -_-

Sepewrath

That was just a box, we have no idea what the system will look like, outside of it being white, that much is obvious. Since people for some odd reason are obsessed with white electronics. I don't think the system will be as big as that box was last year, the NES is the last system Nintendo was made that could be considered big. The thing they showed last year looked like a Wii and 360 made sweet love down by the fire, but I don't think the final design will look like that. Nintendo will try to go smaller and sleeker. So they giant slot, the sync button likely wont be there and the power button will probably be smaller, with eject tucked away out of view. Sepewrath

Sweet love by the fire? :lol: Dont know why I find that so funny.

[QUOTE="super600"]

Ninty is planning to reveal 3 games on that FB page I just linked before E3.

JollyGreenOne

I say Pikmin 3, Lego City Stories and a Mario Game.

It's also possible that there are more than 3 games on that list, because they say "Guess what the initial game releases will be for Nintendo's new home console, Wii U? Soon we'll scratch off to reveal the names!" which makes it seem like they're teasing about the Wii U's launch lineup. Or maybe there's only going to be 3 games at launch? :o

They already revealed the Mario game with some footage and images.

There's a lot of ways to go with Mario.

Paper Mario 3ds

New Super Mario Bros 2, (coming August so we're bound to see more at E3)

Luigi's Mansion 2

New Super Mario Bros Mii

....andmaybesomething else we haven't seen.

You might like these gifs.

Sweet love by the fire? :lol: Dont know why I find that so funny.

Gamingclone

For those of you who are still sketpical about the Wii U controller's size, here is a pic of Iwata himself holding it (this is the old controller, we have all seen the leaked pic of the newer one):

For those of you who are still sketpical about the Wii U controller's size, here is a pic of Iwata himself holding it (this is the old controller, we have all seen the leaked pic of the newer one)

Gamingclone

[QUOTE="Gamingclone"]

For those of you who are still sketpical about the Wii U controller's size, here is a pic of Iwata himself holding it (this is the old controller, we have all seen the leaked pic of the newer one)

meetroid8

Not really. Besides thats the old controller, the newer one is smaller.

Love the hype train picture.

I'm glad I'll be able to watch the conference live. I always try to make sure I get the conference emblems, or at least Nintendo's so I'm thankful I'll be able to keep that tradition going. I haven't been getting as excited for E3 as I used to for the past couple of years but this one does seem to be very promising as a Nintendo fan. I really have no idea as to what kind of games to expect for the Wii U, but I really want to see what the 3DS is going to be packing over the next year or so. I'm really hoping for Paper Mario and I have to have Fire Emblem. FE is the one series I still get hyped up over.

Wii U is getting another multiplat. We got ourselves a Justice League fighting game!

Injustice: Gods Among Us

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuYAAHDO-Wg

We got some Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Flash, Solomon Freekin Grundy, and I think at 1:07 is Lex Luthor.

~Thread Updated!~

- Added a few names to the 'Special Thanks' section

- Made a correction to E3 2012's date - It runs from June 4-7

- I made a 'Wii U Games at E3 2012' section (It took me much longer to make than I expected)

What do you think of the changes?

I'm going to take a wild guess and say one of the launch games is going to be a new Animal Crossing. The new 3DS games is supposed to be released this fall and I just have a feeling that we'll see one for Wii U that can connect to the 3ds game.

Great thread BTW.

DDRMom

I'm glad you like the thread, and thanks for posting. I hope you have a great E3 this year.

They already revealed the Mario game with some footage and images.

GameboyTroy

That thing's a monster.meetroid8

Though, it is wider than any current generation controller, so calling it a "monster" might not be totally off the mark. :P

Hey Jolly! Those are some nice changes you made there, love the game section.

The WiiU will be reunveiled early.Right before my BDay.:D

http://www.nintendo.co.jp/nintendo_direct_pre_e3_2012/en/index.html

http://www.nintendo.com/nintendo_direct

The WiiU will be reunveiled early.Right before my BDay.:D

http://www.nintendo.co.jp/nintendo_direct_pre_e3_2012/en/index.html

super600

"The #NintendoDirect focuses on the concept behind #WiiU. Streaming Sun 6/3 at 3 pm PT/6 pm ET & follow #NintendoDirect"

I can't wait.

Well I don't expect to see much, with their E3 conference 48hrs later.

The controller is really not very big, its all screen. And if that leaked image is to be believe, the addition of grips to the back only makes it better. Unless when you play you(weirdly lol) lock your fingers on the backside of the controller, its not big.

Im so excited lol. Yeah it probably wont be anything too big, they are just doing this so that EA and Ubisoft can show off their games at their press conferences.