Well, I wouldn't say a sidebar but Nintendo is definately in a league of their own.
I wouldn't say Nintendo is stealing anyones thunder either. Nintendo has initiated the creation of a new gaming demographic and that new audience is a now a huge supporter of Nintendo and their innovative vision. This doesn't mean that Nintendo is taking away gamers from Microsoft or Sony it only means that they have included a fraction of those gamers into their new larger Wii community. The ga...
The personal argument I will be presenting is not very robust but it is how I feel toward this subject. My feelings on this matter side with the notion of specialization. I believe a game console should be just that, a game console.
Personally, I would rather have a video playback device that is separate from my gaming console, TV, surround system, and whatever. I like having the separate systems because it adds variety and flavor to my entertainment environment. Granted, I wou...
Personally, I do not think that Playstation Home is forgettable. It not only showcases the technological capabilities and graphical prowess of the PS3 but also Sony's attempt at bringing the PS3 gaming community together in a simple yet beautiful new way.
Now, I'm not speaking as a fanboy so don't read me that way. I am merely stating the factual outcome and apparent results of the E3 conference. Consequently and unfortuantely for Sony, the new gaming demographic is more intere...
In an interview conducted a few months back, it was stated that George Lucas agreed to giving Darth Vader a secret apprentice for this game.
Your post is more interesting than the article. I would like to read this paper you speak of if you still know where it is...
You deserve a bubble for your "research" and your mature, informative post.
Check out a few of my recent posts and you may find some answers to your questions...or completely disagree with me.
On a gaming site where the majority of posts will be from serious and "sit-down" gamers, I do not expect many of you to agree with the Washington Post or the new and expanded gaming demographic.
I don't mean to insult but the "hardcore" gamer is not the only gamer anymore and sales, support, and interest in the Wii prove this point. The gaming demographic is changing, hell, the gaming paradigm is changing and Nintendo is once again initiating advancement and...
The one point of yours that I do agree with is the pricing of the Wii games. Granted, some may be accurately priced at $50 but a few of the games should be priced more around $30-$40. Games like Big Brain Academy, Wario Ware, and Rayman, I feel, are over priced.
But what I really feel is over priced are the VC games. Seriously, $5 for a NES game is not worth it, no matter the nostalgia (I still buy them, I just don't agree with the pricing). If I were to get a physical cartridg...
I loved playing the Ratchet and Clank series on the PS2! It's one of my favorite games for the Sony console. The story is hilarious, the graphics are tight and fit the game, the gameplay is fun, and the replay value is moderate, in my opinion.
This R&C edition looks like it's going to rock! I can't wait to play it...I just wish I had the money to afford a PS3.
All this article did was raise an open-ended argument about the safety concerns about using Wi-fi. No conclusions, no evidence either way, only speculation and an elevated concern were brought to the subject.
I'm a bit curious as to how long the demand for Wii will continue. My guess is that it will continue on into next year with a mild decrease after this 2007 holiday season. I'm just in awe that the demand has been so high for so long.
In 1981, Nintendo revived gaming with the release of Donkey Kong and then in 1985 brought Mario and Zelda into the gamer's home. The gaming paradigm shifted with the introduction of higher quality gameplay, graphics, and controls. I think Nintendo ...
...and second your vote for good posts. All 3 contenders brought something worth while to the conference. It may not have been all glitz and glam but each company gave up some info on their anticipated and innovative products. E3 was a win-win-win situation. All gamers will have something to talk about by this holiday season and Q1 2008.
Interesting read, well thought out article and logical arguments...
Indeed, sidar, indeed...
For people to dismiss the Wii because of their zealous nature or arguing that the Wii is a fad because of its innovations or "gimmickry" as others call it is a shame and very narrowminded. But for you to say that your laziness is the reason why you don't play the Wii is quite possibly the only argument that has any real merit.
I applaud your honesty and I am impressed by your awareness of the real motive behind the "Nintendo fad" debate. Additionally, I'm re...
It's called White Widow and it can be found at...hmm, someone's knocking on my door. I wonder who it could be? I'm kidding but seriously I'm not smoking anything...yet.
I wish this game was out already. I can't wait for this.
I know where you're coming from and what you are trying to say. Perhaps it would interest you to check out my post below.
I'm sure many of you who read this will have no idea what I'm talking about but I'm hoping those people will skip over this post just because of its length. Additionally, if you read this and find yourself angry at my opinion I hope you at least have the integrity to refrain from taking away a bubble just because I irritated or upset you.
Personally, I don't think the Wii is a "fad" as some of you think it is. The global culture that currently exists is saturated with...
I'm guessing Rock Band will be the game everyone wants but because of its price (if one wants the complete set) I think Guitar Hero III will be the one most people will get, at least initially.
I would love to play/own this game. It looks like it will be outstanding. But personally, I'll let my buddies shell out the money for this game while I purchase Guitar Hero III and a few other games with the money I've saved.