Where can I get a Wii? - Page 4

28-12-2006, 23:16

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Originally Posted by Gareth

Heh, our Wii got a lot of playing with today... my son and I had a blast playing Wii Sports this morning, and this afternoon my sister, my mother and my missus joined in playing boxing and bowling too.

Not seen so many non-gamers be so fascinated by a console ever before - Ninty really have achieved something special with this.

Gonna be testing out Wii Play and Zelda tomorrow

I don't want to be a party-pooper here but I'm wondering how long the 'novelty' will last with the Wii (as in the motion control) ? I'm a Ninty fan, especially the Zelda series and would love to play the new game but I'm just not so sure about the Wii console to be honest, seems more of a fad at the moment.

Gareth · 29-12-2006, 10:45

Dunno, mate... I guess only time will tell. So far, though, I'm loving using the Wiimote. Zelda takes on a whole new meaning when you're using the remote instead of a conventional d-pad. Firing from a slingshot, or swinging Link's sword, or casting the fishing rod... they really do feel more 'natural' to use.

Similarly, playing Wii Sports feels completely different to normal sports games - all of the games really complement the Wiimote. Hopefully this will continue with the forthcoming games - golf in Wii Sports is great although it lacks a bit of depth, but Tiger Woods should hopefully fill that gap.

I'm not so much worried about the Wiimote being just a fad, as there are loads of games for which it should lend itself really well. If anything, I think the cut-down graphics capabilities might eventually be its downfall. Although I always prefer gameplay over graphics, I'm not sure if the lack of HD-quality graphics might be its downfall in a couple of years when LCDs & plasmas are more common. Saying that, the Wii has proven so popular in my family amongst those who couldn't normally care less about gaming that the lack of HD-graphics won't even cross their minds.

The Wii will never replace the PS3 or 360, but at least now people consider it as a 3rd next-gen console. I see it co-existing with them rather than competing directly against them. If Ninty had just tried to compete technologically with Sony & MS then I think they would have fallen at the first hurdle.

ps - Wii Play isn't much cop... billiards and cow racing are fun, but it's only really useful for learning to control the Wiimote (which is pretty intuitive anyway). If it didn't come with a free Wiimote, then I'd definitely not recommend buying it.

29-12-2006, 10:49

For me its wont be a fad for me those awful controllers with far to many buttons and massively restricted range of movement have nothing but "novelty" value for me.
I bought an xbox and a ps2 when they were new the xbox was sold to a mate who wanted a dvd player and the ps2 went back to game after 20 minutes of playing Medal Of Honor Frontline it was just plain awful to use after the freedom of a mouse

dtweek · 29-12-2006, 11:11

http://www.hotukdeals.com/deal/14503...o-wii-in-stock they've got some in stock. Just ordered. Being delivered on Weds!!! retail price

scrotnig · 29-12-2006, 12:18

What's a Wii?

I'm guessing it's something to do with gaming which is probably why I don't know.

Despite being reasonably technically aware and good with PCs, the whole world of gaming is like an alien landscape to me...pun intended....and I have singularly failed to get even remotely excited by any of it. I feel like a Luddite at times.

Stephen · 29-12-2006, 13:26

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Originally Posted by scrotnig

What's a Wii?

I'm guessing it's something to do with gaming which is probably why I don't know.

Despite being reasonably technically aware and good with PCs, the whole world of gaming is like an alien landscape to me...pun intended....and I have singularly failed to get even remotely excited by any of it. I feel like a Luddite at times.

Its the Nintendo Wii. Ninty's new console that has a motion sensored controller. eg playing golf you swing the controller as if you are taking a real swing.

Its a brill little console.

ikthius · 29-12-2006, 14:47

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Originally Posted by dtweek

http://www.hotukdeals.com/deal/14503...o-wii-in-stock they've got some in stock. Just ordered. Being delivered on Weds!!! retail price

out of stock now dude

ik

skyblueheroes · 04-01-2007, 13:09

Just managed to get one from Woolworths. Apparently delivery on Monday. Will let you know !

Gareth · 04-01-2007, 17:01

Nice one, Sky

You and the missus are gonna love it.

ebuyer.com are having more in on Monday, according to the Mod on their forums.

kronas · 04-01-2007, 17:54

yep woolies, comet, john lewis all had deliveries, supply is getting better, so if you want one just hunt around!

**Damien** · 04-01-2007, 18:04

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Originally Posted by NEONKNIGHT

I don't want to be a party-pooper here but I'm wondering how long the 'novelty' will last with the Wii (as in the motion control) ? I'm a Ninty fan, especially the Zelda series and would love to play the new game but I'm just not so sure about the Wii console to be honest, seems more of a fad at the moment.

The control is also very good at playing other games, you forget about the montion sensing as a new feature and it becomes secound nature. Its very natural. Zelda you have the controls pointing off screen and using them without thinking much like you do with normal controls. The fact the control is spilt with the numchuck in one hand means you can keep your hands quite far apart.

It makes for a fun way to play when the motion is needed but also a more natual and comfy way to play when your not using motion.

Its not a noverty, it plays normal, long, serious games with better controls than the GC.

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I'm not so much worried about the Wiimote being just a fad, as there are loads of games for which it should lend itself really well. If anything, I think the cut-down graphics capabilities might eventually be its downfall. Although I always prefer gameplay over graphics, I'm not sure if the lack of HD-quality graphics might be its downfall in a couple of years when LCDs & plasmas are more common. Saying that, the Wii has proven so popular in my family amongst those who couldn't normally care less about gaming that the lack of HD-graphics won't even cross their minds.

The DS is low powered compared to the DS and does well. I do not think the graphics will be a problem as it plays different games and will find a market among people not playing games (like you, my whole family played the wii and enjoyed it. Some of them are quite odd and never even looked at games before). Also as a secound console. I will be getting a 360 alongside this to play those kind of high graphic games.

skyblueheroes · 04-01-2007, 19:42

I registered on Wii stock and got an email. I was on within 2 mins and ordered.

ikthius · 04-01-2007, 19:51

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Originally Posted by skyblueheroes

I registered on Wii stock and got an email. I was on within 2 mins and ordered.

what was the link?

ik

**Damien** · 04-01-2007, 20:09

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Originally Posted by skyblueheroes

I registered on Wii stock and got an email. I was on within 2 mins and ordered.

Just a question, I was wondering why do you have the symbol of the 101st airborne as your avatar?

skyblueheroes · 04-01-2007, 21:14

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Originally Posted by ikthius

what was the link?

ik

http://wii.stocknetwork.co.uk/

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Originally Posted by Damien

Just a question, I was wondering why do you have the symbol of the 101st airborne as your avatar?

Dunno really. Into war games and enjoy war films and programmes. Read all about the 101st too.