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Nintendo, your interface needs work

Nintendo Dpad writes:
"Interfaces are a huge deal when it comes to tech applications, and the Wii created a popular interface itself with its channel system. Easy to use and intuitive, which is why Microsoft probably borrowed from it. The drawback is interfaces need updating every once and a while, and the Wii's channel interface is in dire need of one."

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ndpad5306d ago

Crazy how the Wii menu has not been updated in over 3 years outside of sd card support.

Goomba125306d ago

It is interesting Nintendo doesn't take a more Apple approach to their interface. Hell the thing looks like something Apple would make, why not copy their interfaces as well.

D4RkNIKON5306d ago

I was just about to say, the interface is fine. It looks a lot like the interface on the iphone. They need to work on better games before they start to fix dumb things like that.

ChickeyCantor5306d ago (Edited 5306d ago )

While i get the point, you should not forget that simplicity is also a key to success.

Apparently the interface works very good, its just that the audience is ignorant on what you can do.
Nintendo should just make ads about online functions.

I think what you are trying to aim at is how some visuals should scream for attention, i guess Nintendo should do something about that, with sounds or wiggling channels.

Even then if most of them don't even know there is internet, in what way will they be able to update anything? Unless it comes with a disc i guess.

ndpad5306d ago (Edited 5306d ago )

Pre-installed software into the OS. This is no different than say the Weather and News Channels already pre-installed out of the box

Nintendo is too scared of Homebrew to actually update their interface anytime soon.

Edit:@ below
I didn't say anything about pre-existing customers. Those can only be targeted through ads. Have you seen a television ad for Wiiware? For Wii's online capabilities? Neither have I, yet Sony has an tv ad out right now showcasing its online features. A game disc could work, although, what would be even better would be software inside of a huge selling disc like NSMB. When inserted could update the OS before playing the game. That way there would be no need for a second disc.

ChickeyCantor5306d ago (Edited 5306d ago )

And those 50 million users who already own a wii?
most of them aren't online so even if the interface changes most of them still cant update unless it comes on a gamedisc

ChickeyCantor5306d ago

"Have you seen a television ad for Wiiware? For Wii's online capabilities?"

Yes thats what i said.

Then i dont get what your first comment towards me was about...

ActionBastard5306d ago

It's easy for kids. Don't expect it to change.

ChickeyCantor5306d ago

Yes cause an interface needs to be actiony and chaotic!

ActionBastard5306d ago (Edited 5306d ago )

Those are all signs of a well thought out UI :)

ActionBastard5306d ago

Or people could clutter their Channel screen less by buying less sh1tty, but nostalgic VC games. Just a thought.

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zerocrossing5306d ago (Edited 5306d ago )

the problem is when nintendo focused purely on the casual market they forgot that many of them have trouble using a computer, so not making a how to use Wii for dummies book to go along with the wii was a mistake, personaly i would like a new update but its not nessacary looks and sounds great to me just make some games for us hardcore gamers please hell even raving rabids was fun but then you went along and changed wat made it fun.

Double Toasted5306d ago

Wii's interface was my favorite, but now it looks a little dull compared to the 360's. All they would really need to do for me with the interface would be add a Hi-def finish to it, thats it, but we all know that won't happen...

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Zelda Replay: Majora's Mask

VGChartz's Evan Norris: "Is Ocarina of Time as legendary as I remembered it? For the most part, yes. In spite of a handful of missteps — a few obtuse puzzles, some tedious backtracking, and a clunky stealth sequence — I don't believe the last 23 years have been unkind to it. Ocarina remains a brilliant example of the medium, a landmark game that shaped the future of its own franchise and 3D gaming in general. After more than two decades it retains its inventive dungeon design, challenging puzzles, dynamic combat, wistful storyline, unforgettable music, and empowering open-air freedom. I feel confident calling it one of the greatest games of the fifth generation, even if I'm no longer prepared to list it among the five best games ever made."

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Crows9016d ago

Pure unadulterated fun. They don't make them like this anymore...especially not the triple A industry.

FinalFantasyFanatic16d ago

Back when video rental was a thing, I rented out Majoria's Mask, I never finished it though. I did buy the 3DS version before the eshop shutdown, so maybe one day I'll finally play through the whole thing, it's amazing how well these games hold up though. I briefly played Ocarina of Time for a while and it was really fun.

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6 Fun Games Where You Actually Play As The Bad Guy

While the mainstream media always sees things turning in favor of the hero, here are 6 games that own being a bad guy.

Profchaos20d ago

Pretty much all of these games listed are based around a morality system you don't have to be bad and you don't have to be good.

It seems to have left out some real amazing games like red dead redemption 1/2,ass effect and true crime la/ny

Tacoboto20d ago

Armored Core VI?

Ok, I'm really missing something here. Just beat chapter 3 earlier this evening, unlocked A-rank Arena fights. I'm not seeing or sensing any branching paths or morality system and I've done every side mission and arena fight available to me up to that fight.

Is something big coming soon to branch the story?

banger8820d ago

No mention of Grand Theft Auto? Saints Row (original trilogy), Manhunt? Also The Suffering (depending on the ending you get).

ChasterMies19d ago

Trevor in GTA 6 is a sadist and psychopath who dabbles in cannibalism. Should be top of the list. These game “news” sites should hire people that know games.

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Nintendo Switch Online April 2024 SNES Lineup Offers Cutesy Chaos

Nintendo has announced the SNES and Super Famicom games gracing the Nintendo Switch Online library this month, and there are some gems to enjoy.

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OtterX32d ago

Strange headline, as I thought the star of the show was Super RType. I almost bought RType Dimensions EX this last month and was just thinking, man I wish we had the SNES one somewhere on Switch. That's where I got my start w the series and I was beyond excited to see it drop this week!