Nintendo Revolutions Controller, Lets check it out.. Options

[EddieV]

The new Nintendo Revolution's Controller looks really interesting. Nintendo said they want to change the way we play video games. I think out of the three system, Nintendo to me looks the most promising. The X-Box 360 only has a few new features and slightly better graphics. But basically everything is the same. Here's a link to the Nintendo Revolution's new controller.

http://www.1up.com/do/newsStory?cId=3143782

[uLoVeMikeRoch]

Eh. I don't see myself using this thing. I hope they do change it. Cause, the whole remote control sensor thing, it's not really working out for me. I just can't see myself using it.

[evanbunnell]

It looks very promising, but hopefully developers will pick up on the concept of the sensor way faster than they did the DS Dual Screen thing. DS is just kinda suffering because there aren't that many good games for it. *sigh*

Good thinking Nintendo, but let's hope it works for you. For all of our sakes.

[ThunderEvermore]

I touched on all this ALOT in the Nintendo Revolution thread, but yeah.

I think the controller is an amazing and innovative addition to the gaming world.

Think about it, before Nintendo, how many of us thought we could really use a rumble feature, a memory card, analog sticks, shoulder buttons, or alot of other controller innovations theyve made?

This remote looks to be an amazing addition to that long list. Imagine being able to swing a sword, a baseball bat, conduct an orchestra playing music you composed, cast a fishing rod, shine light on object, and a million other possibilities.

It can basically take the shape of anything you can hold in your hand.

Imagine a sim where you can use it as a cell phone, and it usses a mic and voice recognition software to form intelligent responses back?

Imagine using it as the handle of a leash one moment, and as a frisbee the next, in a hypothetical Nintendogs Revolution?

Imagine taking a swig from that healing potion youve got in your pouch in the latest action RPG?

The possibilities are limitless!

[sadolakced acid]

^

all i care about is being able to play jedi knights of the old republic with a special edition controller.

that's been my dream since i was like... 5.

[EddieV]

^ I feel you, for once we actually feel like being a Jedi.

[uLoVeMikeRoch]

But what about the other game genre's ?

What about driving a car.
Shooting Zombies and people in RE5?
Jumping over obstacles in Mario.
Eating Eneimes in Pacman?

I know it has buttons. But still, I like have a good grip on my controller. and don't include that joystick add on thing, I think it looks werid.

But if IGN concept ideas come true, the idea of getting such as a light gun, and sticking in the controller. Then I might reconsider. But even then not all genres will be filled.

Also, you can already get this sort of game. You know those tyco games that you directly to your tv, with the bat, duck hunting gun or whatever. Like those TV games that are ment for 6 year olds.

[Tribal J_Rome]

it does look promising in how it's changing and stuff, but i don't think they went in the right direction. that controller looks like crap, but iono, the way they describe how it sounds it seems awesome. guess we'll find out soon enough.

[artislife90]

It looks cool, but I'd hate to have to take up a self with 40 million different attachments to make it useful for each type of game. However, I do feel that its defiantly the best of the three new controllers, and the only one I actually want to buy. So whee.

[*liquidize*]

its ugly

[ThunderEvermore]

But what about the other game genre's ?

What about driving a car.
Shooting Zombies and people in RE5?
Jumping over obstacles in Mario.
Eating Eneimes in Pacman?

Driving a Car: the controller senses tilt, turn the controller sideways and have a good ol time steering. Slap on a wheel and/or pedal function and youre good to go.

Shooting Zombies in RE5: THat one I dont know, other than turning the controller sideways.

Jumping over obstacles in mario: Well, buttons, but you could also tilt the controller back telling Mario to jump.

Eating Enemies in Pacman: Ive never played the newer 3d Pacman games, which is what Im assuming youre referring to, because in any case you just need the Dpad for the originals.

[capsule]

just cause it's gonna be new doesn't mean it's gonna be successful.

my prediction: the revolution won't fare so well (the concept won't sink in so well with everyone...especially those who weren't satisfied with the gamecube and maybe even as far back as the N64), then sony and/or microsoft will jack the idea, plaster it onto their next next-gen consoles, and THEN the idea will become a success.

but of course, i'm all for the revolution...i think it's gonna kick some ass.

[ANG33ZY]

i think it's corny. and i'd feel weird using it

[EddieV]

^ That's what everyone said when the testers saw PS3s controller, although they got the hang of it really quickly, and most said it's comfortable.

[Rachel]

I think it looks awesome!

[Ken]

me = def going to be all over it when it comes out.

[uLoVeMikeRoch]

Driving a Car: the controller senses tilt, turn the controller sideways and have a good ol time steering. Slap on a wheel and/or pedal function and youre good to go.

Shooting Zombies in RE5: THat one I dont know, other than turning the controller sideways.

Jumping over obstacles in mario: Well, buttons, but you could also tilt the controller back telling Mario to jump.

Eating Enemies in Pacman: Ive never played the newer 3d Pacman games, which is what Im assuming youre referring to, because in any case you just need the Dpad for the originals.

Ok.
But using the buttons. It's not exactly... as exciting or easy. You play it like you're holding a stick.

Also, I got a good one. FPS's. How are we gooing to play those. It's not light gun, so we can't use a lightgun. I don't see any solution for those. But thats if any good fps's come out for revolution. Actually, are there are on the Gamecube? I bet theres lot fo em. But none of them are coming to my head right now. I thought Geist was one.

[AngryBaby]

okay, that remote, is the controller? eh, i dont know about this nintendo

[evanbunnell]

Ok.
But using the buttons. It's not exactly... as exciting or easy. You play it like you're holding a stick.

Also, I got a good one. FPS's. How are we gooing to play those. It's not light gun, so we can't use a lightgun. I don't see any solution for those. But thats if any good fps's come out for revolution. Actually, are there are on the Gamecube? I bet theres lot fo em. But none of them are coming to my head right now. I thought Geist was one.

Why wouldn't you use it as a light gun? Point it to where you want on the screen to aim and move with the Analog stick adaption. FPS sounds like one of the more laid out genres to figure out a use for. It's the Action/Adventure and Fighting genres I'm worried about. Example: Super Smash Brothers. I hope they know what they're going to do there.

[AngryBaby]

i think this is a stupid idea

1. its going to be awkward and uncomfortable

2. waving the controller in the direction of where you want your guy/car/target to go is not a good idea, first off, you'll look like a retard. second off you wont have as much accurate control, 3rd off you wont feel as into the game.

3. how the hell are you gonna play an fps with one thumb? how can you play any game with one thumb? lol and feel like you have full control.

4. and the light gun thing isnt a good idea either, imagine playing halo with a light gun....no

4.your arm will start to hurt.

[vash1530]

i just hope they can get some good 3rd party publishers to put some great games on it. I hope the rumor is true that ubisoft is developing a FPS for it because that would so great.

[vash1530]

i just hope they can get some good 3rd party publishers to put some great games on it. I hope the rumor is true that ubisoft is developing a FPS for it because that would so great.

sry bout the dbl. post

This post has been edited by vash1530: Dec 5 2005, 01:34 AM

[*mipadi*]

i think this is a stupid idea

1. its going to be awkward and uncomfortable

2. waving the controller in the direction of where you want your guy/car/target to go is not a good idea, first off, you'll look like a retard. second off you wont have as much accurate control, 3rd off you wont feel as into the game.

3. how the hell are you gonna play an fps with one thumb? how can you play any game with one thumb? lol and feel like you have full control.

4. and the light gun thing isnt a good idea either, imagine playing halo with a light gun....no

4.your arm will start to hurt.

I think 1, 2, and 3 are especially good points. Personally, I'm quite partial to the Xbox 360 controllers, and I've grown accustomed to the original Xbox controller, even though it's kind of large.

[vash1530]

quote from L!ckitySplit,Dec 4 2005, 7:31 PM
i think this is a stupid idea

1. its going to be awkward and uncomfortable
looks pretty comfortable to me and it won't be that akward: it's like the z button on your n64 controller

2. waving the controller in the direction of where you want your guy/car/target to go is not a good idea, first off, you'll look like a retard. second off you wont have as much accurate control, 3rd off you wont feel as into the game.
1st close the curtains, 2nd the control will much more accurate since your actually pointing it, 3rd i think will immerse you more in the game since ur doin the actual actions being shown on screen.[B/]
3. how the hell are you gonna play an fps with one thumb? how can you play any game with one thumb? lol and feel like you have full control.
[B]the laser will act like the right analog in a fps.
4. and the light gun thing isnt a good idea either, imagine playing halo with a light gun....no
YES i can and it dosn't sound that bad to me.

4.your arm will start to hurt.
suck it up big guy

[vash1530]

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