Why should I buy a Wii U?

As it stands, I plan on buying a Wii U at launch, but Im afraid I'm more excited about the hype rather than the practicality of actually owning one. I am a casual gamer and am of the "Halo Generation" meaning when I first got introduced to the LAN gaming experience via Halo, I was hooked and my preference for gaming now leans towards competitive multiplayer games, particularly FPSs and occasionally RTSs like Starcraft, which by the way is the first game I have ever considered just as much fun to watch as it is to play! But anyway, back to my point, Im looking to expand my palette in a sense, and Im really curious about the composite of things we will be able to do with the Wii U compared to the new Xbox and Playstation. Help me out guys, voice some opinions and let me see some different perspectives on why I should, or shouldnt get geared up for Nintendo.

Thanks!

As a life long Nintendo fan who has been playing video games on Nintendo hardware since the original NES launched I can tell you that the only reason to own a Nintendo console nowadays is if you want to play Nintendo games. Now that might sound like a bad thing but I happen to think Nintendo makes the best games which is why I always purchase their systems. The Wii U is supposed to bring in the same third party support that Sony and Microsoft currently enjoy so you might see the same kind of games on the Wii U as you see now on the Xbox 360 and the PS3m but if you already have one of those and like online multiplayer (which Nintendo is not known for) there really is no reason to purchase a Wii U unless you want the first party titles.

Why should you buy a Wii U you ask...BECUZ I SAID SO!!! Jk it seems so far that third party companpanies are giving it a chance. So thats a reason I guess...

you should buy it because you're a fanboy and you buy everything nintendo makes................. JOKING! but seriously, you should TRY it out at the stores before you buy it. I'm not sure if I'll get one. Personally I'm waiting to see the actual console in person and demo it, before I decide if I'm going to fork over the money. the Wii is a gimmic, but can the wii U be more of a gaming machine? we'll see....

I am a casual gamer

madbrad07

You are Nintendo's number one demographic.

You are Nintendo's main focus, they built their entire company around you.

If you have children or little brothers or sisters you have a clear sweep, everything that Nintendo is and will ever be is directed right at you.

i truly dont mean to be rude or negative but if your not really looking forward to owning the console but are just swept up in the hype as you say and you feel the need to have others tell you why you should buy the system...well then maybe you shouldnt buy it?

want the same games as teh xbox ans PS3, but i want them to run better without my energy hungry and bulky PC. i want a standard control scheme with something new. i want the amazing exlcusives that only nintendo can offer.

=Wii U

If you have to ask then the answer is "No" ...do you like Mario/Zelda/Metroid games?..if "No" then don't get it...if "yes" to either of those games, then you will have to, to play..simple as that. Don't buy base on hype or because someone tells you to. :P

if you need encouragement to buy something, then you shouldn't really get it.

you should buy it because you're a fanboy and you buy everything nintendo makes................. JOKING! but seriously, you should TRY it out at the stores before you buy it. I'm not sure if I'll get one. Personally I'm waiting to see the actual console in person and demo it, before I decide if I'm going to fork over the money. the Wii is a gimmic, but can the wii U be more of a gaming machine? we'll see....

Talldude80

That is the job of Reggie Fils-Aime to inspire you to buy the Wii U. Failing that if your not a die hard Nintendo fan.

Seems once again Nintendo has introduced a new control scheme. The Tablet Controller A.K.A the Gamepad. Looks like since apple and iPad,1,2,3 and other tablet computers arrived. People seem to like Tablets. So Nintendo has to get into the act with a Tablet shaped controller. Then find a way to convince people why a second screen via the Gampad tablet will add to game play.

Nintendo no doubt will make creative use of that new Controller. Nintendo has in the past made innovations with control schemes. But this time Nintendo has had a more difficult time convincing people that the Wii U is worthwhile investment. Given that this will be Nintendo Most expensive console, Given that the Wii U also features Nintendo's most expensive controller ever. That Tablet controller "GamePad" is what Nintendo is hoping will be another revolutionary advancement to innovative, creative, gamplay that will help the videogame industry forward.

I have decided to take a chance on Nintendo's sixth home videogame console. I have saved $350.00 for the Wii U fund thus far.

But No one can convince you to buy a Wii U. If Reggie, Iwata, Miyamoto and the rest of the Nintendo crew have not convinced you. Then they have not done their job.

So Nintendo has 1 year to 18 months to show the world why the Wii U is worth it. Before Sony and Microsoft launch.

As a life long Nintendo fan who has been playing video games on Nintendo hardware since the original NES launched I can tell you that the only reason to own a Nintendo console nowadays is if you want to play Nintendo games. Now that might sound like a bad thing but I happen to think Nintendo makes the best games which is why I always purchase their systems. The Wii U is supposed to bring in the same third party support that Sony and Microsoft currently enjoy so you might see the same kind of games on the Wii U as you see now on the Xbox 360 and the PS3m but if you already have one of those and like online multiplayer (which Nintendo is not known for) there really is no reason to purchase a Wii U unless you want the first party titles.

Euaggelistes

Thanks buddy :)

What a bunch of pathetic responses.

as clueless as you sound... i'd just let an informed person buy your consoles...like your wife or your son... your job is to just sit your a$$ by the tv and play it.

as clueless as you sound... i'd just let an informed person buy your consoles...like your wife or your son... your job is to just sit your a$$ by the tv and play it.

KBFloYd

Haha, sounds about right. My son loves the Wii!

I think there will be plenty to like and enjoy with the Wii U. Just treat yourself to a nice launch and buy a bunch of games.

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as clueless as you sound... i'd just let an informed person buy your consoles...like your wife or your son... your job is to just sit your a$$ by the tv and play it.

madbrad07

Haha, sounds about right. My son loves the Wii!

see...there ya go. ask your son.