Wii U Discussion

[Sandman42]

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Definitely get Pikmin 3 before the new Donkey Kong.

Tropical Freeze is the most boring, by-the-numbers game Retro Studios has ever made. It definitely wasn't up to their usual level of quality.

Nintendo could have better utilized that development team by trying to take Donkey Kong into 3D, like they did for Samus and co. back in the original Metroid Prime.

So I take it Rayman Legends is the better option for sidescrolling platformer then? I've played it a little on Steam, but have heard good things about the WiiU version though. Doubt I'd buy it again though.

[Flawless]

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Take a look at a handful of great games out now and coming soon on #WiiU! #TheTimeIsNow

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[Fresh Tendrils]

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So I take it Rayman Legends is the better option for sidescrolling platformer then? I've played it a little on Steam, but have heard good things about the WiiU version though. Doubt I'd buy it again though.

I'm not exactly sure how the PS4 version differs, but it is probably the best platforming game I've played the past two gens. Granted there hasn't been much platformers outside of the Big N, but I just can't stop praising the game.

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[Sandman42]

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I'm not exactly sure how the PS4 version differs, but it is probably the best platforming game I've played the past two gens. Granted there hasn't been much platformers outside of the Big N, but I just can't stop praising the game.

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The WiiU and Vita version have levels that use touchscreen controls, which I've seen people praise. I know the PC version just uses normal button presses on those levels instead. Not sure if the PS4 version utilizes the touchpad for that or if its just mapped to button presses.

[Fresh Tendrils]

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I don't think they utilized the touch pad as I don't remember ever being prompted with that option. Loads of fun either way. The style and genre mashups as you progress are really cool and done well.

[pigpen81]

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I cannot recommend Rayman Legends enough. My 6 year old loves the Castle Rock level so much he has made me play it 30+ times. Can be super challenging at times, but man o man the graphics/gameplay is sublime!

DK Tropical Freeze is another must have...the difficulty ratchets up big time as you go but wow is it pretty to play.

Pikmin is tremendous!

Games on Amazon run $25 or less except for 1st party titles.

AC Black Flag, Deus Ex and Splinter Cell are a joy to play on the gamepad or on the TV with Gamepad assistance.

So many cool game son the WiiU.

It has surpassed the Dreamcast as the best system many haven't played.

Such a gem.

[Sandman42]

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The Wondeful 101 has been tough so far, started the game on normal, may consider knocking it down to easy since Normal seems to be pretty tough. Took me a little while to get the hang of the morphs. For the life of me I couldn't form the fist, until I figured out I needed to be drawing the circles wider, at first I was just making a quick 360 motion on the stick. Hitting that perfect string of Team Unite morphs feels great though.

Also couldn't even tell the WiiU was refursbished. Looks brand new out of the box, no blemishes on the console or the gamepad. My brother had a Wii that he doesn't use anymore so I borrowed the Wiimotes from him and Mario Galaxy 2 to play. Never played the first but I assume I can jump into 2 no problem.

[Flawless]

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The Wondeful 101 has been tough so far, started the game on normal, may consider knocking it down to easy since Normal seems to be pretty tough. Took me a little while to get the hang of the morphs. For the life of me I couldn't form the fist, until I figured out I needed to be drawing the circles wider, at first I was just making a quick 360 motion on the stick. Hitting that perfect string of Team Unite morphs feels great though.

Also couldn't even tell the WiiU was refursbished. Looks brand new out of the box, no blemishes on the console or the gamepad. My brother had a Wii that he doesn't use anymore so I borrowed the Wiimotes from him and Mario Galaxy 2 to play. Never played the first but I assume I can jump into 2 no problem.

I played on Easy and it provides plenty of challenge, trust me. The game just gets more nuts, so definitely bump it down if it starts to become frustrating at any point, because it's a game worth sticking with and seeing through. It's just so rewarding when everything starts to click.

Remember to save the vegetables you collect until you get 30 of each to create a Wonderful Credit Card. Custom Blocks are really expensive. Get Energy Converter and pair it with Attack Liner, then draw a line at an enemy and watch your health refill (). Also, I found the Speed Liner upgrade to help a bit with drawing morphs.

[Flawless]

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MK8 is getting two add-ons

Mario Kart 8 will be getting more extra racers and tracks this November, Nintendo has revealed.

According to the Nintendo UK Store, the company is planning two add-on packs. Each will include two new cups with four courses, along with new vehicles and characters. Notably, this is bringing in characters and vehicles from outside the Mario universe.

The first pack, releasing in November, will include Tanooki Mario, Cat Peach, and Link, four new vehicles, and eight courses. One of those new vehicles will be the Blue Falcon from F-Zero. he second pack, coming in May, includes Villager, Isabelle, and Dry Bowser, plus four vehicles and eight courses. Purchasing both, either as a bundle or separately, will also net you eight differently colored Yoshis and Shy Guys.

These have only been announced for Europe at this time, for 7 pounds each (approximately $12).

[BrianFifaFan]

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Just joined in the world of Wii U. Got my boys a 32GB Deluxe version with Mario Bros., Super Luigi, Donkey Kong Country:Tropical Freeze and Mario Kart 8. I love it. The controller is off the chain. Are there any good kids games I'm missing for them? They are 8 and 5. I know a new Smash Bros. is coming out at Christmas. Also, I've got Netflix and Amazon downloaded on it. I saw there is YouTube available, as well. Any other must-have apps? Thanks in advance for any pointers. Really hoping this thing starts to take off. We loved our Wii, and would love to have many years of enjoying this console. At least it's backwards compatible!

[donkey33]

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I can't decide on my free game from the MK8 promotion. Have narrowed it down to Pikmin 3 and the Wind Waker.

Haven't played a Pikmin game before but did play WW on the cube. I'm a big Zelda fan though which is why I guess I'm undecided.

Doesn't really matter I know since they'll both be good gets but anyone played Pikmin 3? Is it tough? Looks casual friendly, etc.

Thanks

[ricky24]

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It's not tough. It's short though. I have both that and wind walker I enjoy pikman more.

[donkey33]

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Oh I meant tough as will it actually give me a challenge or do you just run through it quickly?

[ricky24]

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Oh I meant tough as will it actually give me a challenge or do you just run through it quickly?

I didn't find it overly easy. It wasn't stressful to play though.

[Pezell04x]

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Mario Kart 8 is amazing. The more I play it, the more I love it. Tomorrow the game is getting the Mercedes free pack which seems silly to me. That Link and tanooki-suit Mario pack gives me a wowzers in my trousers though.