no joke wii U only has 2 games released this month

So this month the Wii U is getting the sequel to one of the best platformers of last gen? Terrible news.

After Feb no games till May - Mario Kart.. really bad...so much for their momentum.

Wouldn't count on it...unless Nintendo give them a release date.

Unfortunately, putting Wii U sales aside, I don't see Tropical Freeze selling well. Mainly because the announcement of that game at E3 ND last year sparked an anti-Retro Studios attitude because it's either...

a) Not Metroid Prime 4 (a franchise the studio needs a LONG break from)

b) Rehash (what, and Prime 2 and 3 can't be seen as such?)

c) Not a new IP (common Nintendo complaint)

d) All of the above

Also add that Cranky Kong's announcement at VGX made it even worse (as someone who's actually looking forward to Cranky, the VGX wasn't an ideal way of showing, leave that to ND's).

next gen people

Draughts awaits.

edit: Waiting awaits

Man, I'm sure we've discussed this before, but... what has it been 6, or 7 years now? Is that not a LONG break? Historically, the sweet spot for game sequels has been every 3 years... this is double that, or more. And considering that DKCR was their last big title + the fact that they now have two big franchises to work with, it would have made sense to start alternating. It wouldn't even have to be a Prime game, anything Metroid related from Retro would have been good.

Anyways, I doubt sales will be affected by the rantings of random forumites. I do agree that DKTF will likely sell poorly, but not for the reasons that you mention. You're giving a bunch of nobodies on forums way too much credit. Rehash/not new IP arguments never hindered a games commercial success. And the ones that wanted to see more Metroid and came to a forum to bitch about it aren't about to affect the decisions of a million+ potential customers.

And how is that any different for the PS4 or X1? The PS4 only has 3 releases this month, and the X1 has 4 releases this month.

Perhaps. Things aren't looking too good for the Wii U. But it's a bit too soon to say how things will turn out.

Compared to how long Kid Icarus fans had to wait for a new game, it's nothing. Hell, StarTropics fans are still waiting for a third game and F-Zero has been absent a bit longer than a Retro developed Metroid.

Besides that, I don't think Retro should be the central Metroid factory. It would be like appointing Rare to do nothing, but Donkey Kong (meaning no Killer Instinct, Goldeneye, Perfect Dark, Conker, Blast Corps, Jet Force Gemini, Star Fox Adventures, and Banjo)

So because some series have ridiculously long gaps, others should too? That makes no sense man. If Retro were to start development on a new Metroid now, it would probably be out in about 3 years. Just for example, that would mean that some kid that played MP3 in 5th grade would finally get to play the sequel while he's approaching the end of a Bachelors program.

Sorry man, your reasoning is way off. You say that they need a long break from the franchise. Relatively speaking, they've had an enormous break from the franchise. If you're not into Metroid then cool, just say it. There is no argument to be had about having a break though.

And I never said Retro should make nothing but Metroid, not sure where you're getting that from. I thought DKCR was fantastic and I'll be getting DKTF day one. I'm just saying that point of view on this seems to very one sided is all.

Dude, I don't hate Metroid, I actually love the series with a passion. Even with it's flaws, I managed to enjoy Other M (can't say the same for the other game I compare it too though). But it's not the reason why I feel Retro needs a break from the franchise (heck, the fiasco around Other M and the fact that the franchise hasn't been heard from since makes me think Nintendo put it on the backburner with Star Fox and F-Zero).

Not to mention, I brought up Kid Icarus and StarTropics because 6-7 years is nothing compared to 20+. If Kid Icarus fans can wait long for a new game, I'm sure Metroid fans can too, especially when Metroid missed only an ENTIRE console gen while Icarus missed more, but at this rate, I think Metroid may miss another after being re-active for two gens.

Wii U does not have anything on the PS4 and X1. They have not even been out a year lol.
Titanfall and Infamous are one of the biggest games for next gen and may even RAISE the bar further.
Donkey Kong and Lego and then a drought... The sheep defense force are working hard on damage control for 2 cartoon games.

The hardware for the Wii U is simply not good enough to pump out new next games, developers are not making games for it, nor are the sales there to make it a viable investment. Unless you only like Nintendo stuff.

I thought they said the momentum will pick up after Mario Kart releases?

PS4 and X1 are not almost 2 years out , ask me what is out after 2 years on these systems to make it fair.

The Wii U isn't either, but this type of support is still unacceptable and that is why Nintendo is going to merge their console and handheld next gen.

I wonder sometimes when people complain about lack of games. How fast do you go through games and have you purchased EVERY SINGLE GAME that you can complain there's nothing new?

I'm still catching up on games I haven't played from years ago. I've still got Mario 3D World to 100% on Wii U. What's the rush to pile on games I have no time to play?

How many teams does Nintendo have working on games? ONE? TWO? What have they done with all this time and money since the Wii was killed years ago?

It looks like Wii U is on track to fail harder than Gamecube. Gamecube at least still got decent third party support and timed exclusives (Resident Evil 4). Wii U has virtually zero third party support and it's only going to get worse. Not to mention console sales are actually worse than Gamecube.

You already know the comparison is quite fair. Had the WiiU started getting games PS3 and 360 were getting in 2013 then heck I would totally understand your logic there, but as it stands the WiiU can't even BUDGE the PS3 or Xbox 360 let alone PS4 and Xbox One. If I'm willing to bet we'll probably see some major 3rd Party PS3 and 360 releases start appearing on Xbox One and PS4 even before a WiiU version would be even mentioned in 3rd Party briefing rooms.

We'll be seeing Definitive Versions of your favorites, Grand Theft Auto, Elder Scrolls, Fallout, Metal Gear, Far Cry, Etc, Etc, Etc.

WiiU versions of either of those games? Fat Chance, even though HD Windwaker sold well, Deus Ex did not. No Resells to Nintendo guys, Tomb Raider DE sold more to people who bought the game previously.

How many teams?

Well there's Retro, they just finished Donkey Kong, No doubt they're on their Next Project right now.

there's Nintendo EAD which just finished Super Mario 3D World so they're probably on the next Mario now, also EAD consist of MULTIPLE Groups (at least 5), These are the same groups that brought you Gamespot's Game of the Year, The Legend of Zelda A Link Between Worlds and Smash hit Animal Crossing New Leaf. These guys are more than Likely making Animal Crossing U and probably help making one of the two Zelda Games coming up (the Dynasty Warriors clone and the Hyped up Zelda U). They are also bringing us Mario Kart 8 which is coming this May and they would probably be responsible for any other up coming Nintendo Project like Yarn Yoshi or something like that.

There's Monolith Soft which is hard at work with Project X right now.

Then there's Intelligent Systems which got a brand new building and is most likely working on Shin Megami X Fire Emblem with Atlus.

Then there's Project Sora working on Smash Bros.

So as you can see, They are very busy and you should now know why there are so many droughts on Nintendo Platforms. Games take time to develop and when there's no 3rd Party to back up your system there's going to be droughts.

"Please Understand". lol

don't care, I don't have time to play games 24/7

@mrintro: So its a "good thing" that wii u has huge droughts. As usual.

Hmm ya but at least DK will probably be an amazing game. :P

Only game I want for WiiU this year is Project X.

The bias is strong.

PS4 games this month -

• The LEGO Movie Videogame
• Rayman Legends
• Thief

Xbone games this month -

• The LEGO Movie Videogame
• Plants vs Zombies (lol)
• Rayman Legends
• Thief

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Yeah.. A old ass port and a multiplat that's also going to be released on 7th gen + PC. At least the Wii U has a, presumably, quality exclusive for this month.

Doesn't really matter to me as a consumer what the release date of these consoles are if i'm planning to purchase one based on the lineup of this month.

Wii U is a commercial failure and dropping like a rock after its Hollyday bump. But it is amassing a good lineup of exclusives. This is going to be a good year for the Wii U as far as games, especially exclusives, go. You know, games? The reason consoles exist?

Quality not quantity. MK WiiU is the only game I plan on spending full price on this year.

Nah, started with Pikmin 3 ... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIzrdxAlVSQ (starts about 2:20) :P

The winter months (post holiday) are generally a gamers nightmare. You get releases but nothing compared to other months.

For my needs, I don't have time to be constantly playing games. I played Super Mario 3D World and Windwaker HD this past Fall/Winter. DK is good timing. I like my Wii U!

I'm in the same boat. I don't have all the time in the world to binge on games. I also game on like 5 different platforms so it's not like I need one console to constantly crank out gold for me. These Wii U titles seem to be dropping at the perfect time for me, I'm just now finishing up 3D World.

And no Sanchez, I'm not saying droughts are good. Every Nintendo console has droughts and I guess that would suck if the Wii U was the only platform you owned and you were someone that likes to game constantly. Honestly though, does anyone like that even exist? If you needed a steady stream of good games would you only own a Wii U? Doubtful.

I know this is System Wars and you're only going with the natural order of things around here. In reality though? It's an insignificant argument that applies to nobody.

I don't see much coming out for any console TBH.....

@Lucianu: which has been out more then a year

The Wii U library is definitely lacking for a console that's been out this long. It has good games, but not nearly enough. Obviously due to a lack of 3rd party support which is no surprise, it's been like this for over a decade lol.

But you're talking about this months releases in particular which has zilch to do with how long a console has been out. Barring holiday season, weak months are always scattered throughout the life span of any console. And like Lucianu said, Tropical Freeze will more than likely be a quality exclusive.

It looks like the Wii U is at least tied with the other platforms this month and depending on how DKTF turns out, it might even be better. Pretty much renders your topic useless.

There's really not much coming out for any of the new consoles right now. Wii U gets Donkey Kong in February, ps4 gets Infamous and Xbox One gets TItanfall in March.

The dismal state of the Wii U has me worried that X from Monolith wont see a release outside of JP.

It's shockingly bad for a console which has been out for over a year. Even the PS4 and Xbox One have more coming this month.

For comparison, the PS3 has 15 listed for the month.

will see release but may be a 2015 release..as Nintendo may spread out their release. :P

At least Donkey Kong is shaping up to be awesome... And I sort of have a mini backlog with the WiiU, so it's not gonna be terrible waiting for May. Although in actuality it will be.

No. Xbone gets Thief, Rayman, Strider, Garden Warfare, Ground Zero, Kinect Sports Rivals, and Titanfall in the next 2 months.

1. I'm a cow you idiot.

2. You have god damn terrible reading comprehension.

Well I figured you were an alt, but I guess you really are new here. I'm one of the biggest cows you'll find on this board. My name is a fakeboy name, what kind of douche actually likes the Wiimote so much to proclaim himself a fan? XD... You're not too bright bud. There used to be a loser on this board called ProjectNatalFan. This account was started as a joke to poke fun at him.

All that said, I may be a cow, but I'm not an idiot. I'm a Sony fan first and foremost, but I'm also a guy that just likes good games and I'll game on any platform. Yeah I like Nintendo developed games. Outside of that they make shitty hardware and they run their business like idiots.

I bought a Wii U 2 months ago. Not exactly what I would call a hardcore Nintendo supporter. Shit, I don't even own a 3DS.

Anyways, you're just another brain dead subordinate in my faction. You can't even form an argument, or comprehend the most basic concepts. You'll be kissing my ass soon enough since cows like you need someone to lead the way. Until then stay bitter.

And try reading a book or two, lord knows you need it.

Ironically one of those games matches or beats any of the other next gen games.... lol

This.