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Pachter: Wii HD Coming 'Fall 2010'

ConnectedConsoles: We've been waiting a long time to be able to play Nintendo Wii games in HD, next year is now the chance according to analyst Michael Pachter. In the latest Bonus Round show, he said that the 'Wii HD' will be coming to retail next year.

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reintype5304d ago

I still remember the one he made concerning the "NEW" PS3, the one that comes without Blu-ray. *shakes head*

Anyway being a videogame analysts seems to be a swell job, I bet you can make six figure salary easy. Can anyone tell me what are the requirements to be a videogame analysts? Do I need a Crystal Ball, a Mirror Mirror on the Wall or could you just pull it out of your a$$?

Smacktard5304d ago

Michael Pacther: Professional guesstimator.

I doubt we'll see the next Nintendo console til 2012. Maybe late 2011, but even that'd doubtful. End of 2010? Hah, no way.

Danja5304d ago

I dont see this happening either The Wii still has alot going for it and im sure Nintendo is quite happy with how fast the Wii install base continue to grow....

The Great Melon5304d ago

There's no way they would release it next fall. They only just released the motion plus, it would be ridiculous to make that and release the next console.

mikeslemonade5304d ago

As long as there is demand for the Wii 1 Nintendo is too greedy to make another system. Wii sales are declining at a faster rate than any other system so he could be right. Nintendo is too stupid to realize that there system is in decline and the hardcore gamer refuses to support them.

gaffyh5304d ago

They're still selling the console like crazy, it would be stupid to release a WiiHD any time soon. They would just cut into their own sales, they could easily ride on their current console for a couple more years.

Dark_Vendetta5304d ago

I think it depends what Sony and MS do, and what impact Natal and Wand (I think that was the name) have. If both companies can lower the price even more and the motion controllers seem appealing to the casual player, Nintendos sales will slowly go down (just my opinion), and they will be forced to release a remade Wii (something like a slim if its possible), or launch the next console

raztad5304d ago

I agree that Patcher is just a guesstimator. Anybody here could do his work. Recently Patcher said that Borderlands was sent to death, and what happened? game's selling pretty good, even with Modern Warfare 2 just around the corner.

Xbox Avatars Shoe5304d ago

"the hardcore gamer refuses to support them."

It's actually the other way around: They refuse to support the hardcore gamer.

Fierce Musashi5304d ago (Edited 5304d ago )

Really? I guess that means that some other company supported the core/hardcore Nitendo titles like Punch-Out, SSB: Brawl, Twilight Princess, Mario Galaxy (Highest rated exclucive this gen), Metroid Prime 3 & Trilogy, Fire Emblem, etc.

But Oh, I guess Nintendo teaming up with Team Ninja doesn't mean crap, huh?

Teh, get real. Have you any idea how many core/hardcore Nintendo titles that are out and upcoming there are compared to the stuff like WiiSports, WiiMusic, etc.

sikbeta5304d ago

Isn't all those games first party "mario/zelda/samus" everywhere games, you know a real gamer want variety, not the same fat ass mustache guy jumping everywhere lol

badz1495304d ago

I was about to say the same thing! STFU Pachter!

kunit22c5304d ago

are you kidding? like seriously, are you? they are talking about Nintendo not supporting the hardcore this year and he just listed games that NINTENDO produced. and the Wii has the biggest variety of games this gen, so still your argument makes no sense. Stop being so ignorant.

Fierce Musashi5304d ago

@Sikbeta:

Your reply was so stupid, I didn't even know how to respond for a few seconds.

Those first party titles are all supported by Nintendo, if not made by Nintendo. Each of those titles I mentioned are quality core/harcore titles. How the balls can you miss the facts? NINTENDO CARES ABOUT THE HARDCORE GAMER!

Don't try to ever combat it.

You just mention three franchises in that one post. Don't be stupid. You know good and well the Wii has more variety than just mario.

FYI: Mario is a platformer. Jumpping everywhere is one of the main key gameplay elements.

@Kunit:
Thanks.

sikbeta5303d ago

"NINTENDO CARES ABOUT THE HARDCORE GAMER"

No, N cares about their hardcore fanbase, for example: the same people that bought SSB, SSBM, SSBB or Mario kart 64, Mario Kart Double Dash and Mario Kart wii, and cares about motion control lovers with crappy games, that's why the wii has so many games,

@kunit22c

"the Wii has the biggest variety"

You really think the wii has variety don't you, First Gen for you?
The console with mayor variety of quality games to date is still being the PS2, that console has games for every individual, from kids to adults and is not stuck with the same recognised franchises forever, tell me what is the last new IP from N

QUALITY > quantity

Fierce Musashi5303d ago (Edited 5303d ago )

Those hardcore fans are still hardcore gamers, are thy not? Those games are still hardcore, are they not? So, are you telling me hardcore gamers who are not Nintendo fans can't play those hardcore titles?

If Nintendo truly left the hardcores to rot, not even their fans would get those quality Nintendo titles.

It doesn't matter if those franchises are old. As long as they can hold quality titles, that's all that matters.

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sinncross5304d ago

Nintendo will be tacking a huge gamble if this is to happen.

If Sony's motion controller not only has good developer backing, but consumer backing as well, a Wii HD might pale in comparison.

Of course this all really depends on how sell Sony push their 'Sphere' and the extras the Wii HD will bring (besides HD upscaling and a higher price tag).

It could be very interesting to see how this pans out.

ToxiPigg5304d ago

...a heaping spoonfull of shut the hell up and a warm cup of get another job.

timestoby5304d ago

lol.you mean wii upscaled games

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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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Crows905d ago

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

FinalFantasyFanatic4d 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

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Profchaos8d 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

Tacoboto8d 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?

banger888d ago

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

ChasterMies8d 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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OtterX20d 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!