Well... it's been confirmed, the Wii 2 will have a touch screen on the controller

[shadowslayer81]

http://www.andriasang.com/e/blog/2011/06/04/nikkei_wii_controller_details/

I personally am cautiously optimistic about this, I remember how much fun Zelda: 4 Swords was.

Note: that picture is just an concept image

 

[Shio]

I can't read Japanese, but if that report is accurate I laugh; seems like a terrible idea to me.

 

[ToastiestZombie]

I think itll be used like that gameboy connecter thing for the the GameCube where you can look for items and do little mini games on it. Also I think itll probably become a bit gimmicky if the developers dont use it proparly.

 

[Andarvi]

All I say is that I'm clusmy and my controlers tend to fall down on the ground a lot..

 

[The Apothecarry]

WHY?! I'm sorry, but I just don't understand the point of it. Sure, it opens up all sorts of paths for innovative gameplay, but REALLY? Is it wireless too? That'll chew through a set of batteries pretty quick.

Maybe I'm just a cynic because I own an Xbox 360.

 

[TheOneandOnly]

I hated the Wii controller enough as it is.

 

[GrimHeaper]

I can't read Japanese, but if that report is accurate I laugh; seems like a terrible idea to me.

Like the successful Wii motion controls?
I praise them for taking such risks, now if they just use it right.

WHY?! I'm sorry, but I just don't understand the point of it. Sure, it opens up all sorts of paths for innovative gameplay, but REALLY? Is it wireless too? That'll chew through a set of batteries pretty quick.

Maybe I'm just a cynic because I own an Xbox 360.

I'm sure there will be wired versions or possibly come with a recharger(liek 3ds or any other DS?)

 

[The Lunatic]

Goes from bad to worse.

 

[Nimcha]

Also I think itll probably become a bit gimmicky if the developers dont use it proparly.

Heh, that's Nintendo during the last 5 years summed up pretty well.

 

[ceyriot]

ohgod. Will it come with mario....again?

 

[Dirty Hipsters]

I wonder how much a single controller will cost. Breaking one of these seems highly likely, and if you have to pay $150 or something similar to get a new one that could be a breaking point for a lot of people. When the next super smash brothers comes out you'll need 3 of these. Also, think about the coop play, if they're crazy expensive that could completely kill a game with coop because few people would be willing to drop the money.

I think the idea is pretty cool, and could be used in really interesting ways, but the controller's price could be a huge limiting factor to this console. I feel a strain on my wallet when I need to pick up a new $50 controller for my xbox 360 or PS3, a new $150 controller would kill me.

 

[Judgement101]

Who's excited for $100+ controllers!?

Not me!

 

[Fiz_The_Toaster]

I can't read Japanese, but if that report is accurate I laugh; seems like a terrible idea to me.

Same here, when I picture how the controller would look like with a touch screen I laugh and then my head hurts because I have no idea how that's gonna work without it being a pain in the ass.

Who's excited for $100+ controllers!?

Not me!

Not me either! And you know there's gonna be an accessory for it somehow that's gonna be just as expensive.

OT: Look, I know that Nintendo likes to take risks and change how people play games, i.e. motion controls, but this to me just sounds ridiculous.

 

[Mr. Omega]

And because this is the Escapist, expecting cries of "GIMMICK GIMMICK GIMMICK!" in 3...2...1...

in all seriousness: I'll quote myself.

For everyone crying "gimmick", here are some practical uses for the screen I can think of off the top of my head:

1: in a game like Okami, you can draw the symbols on the touchscreen
2: in an FPS game, you can have a selection of guns on the screen and tap the one you want to switch to.
3: in an RTS game, you can make little routes planned or make notes on a map, or give commands.
4: in an RPG game, you can put certain spells or skill on the screen as a shortcut to fast-use.
5: in anything requiring numerical or alphabetical input, you can use the touchscreen.
6: in a turn-based strategy, it can be used to move units and select action and micro-manage
7: in a point-and-click game, it can be used to... well, point and click.
8: in an option menus, you can toggle certain features on and off.
9: in a character creation screen, the screen can be used for those little sliders.
10: in a sports game, you can set formations and select plays you frequently use.
11: in a party game, you can doodle on images on the big screen.

And this is from a sleep-deprived 18-year old. Imagine what a competent game designer could come up with. And if devs are smart, they can simply make a game for the console and IGNORE THE SCREEN IF IT ISN'T NEEDED. The controller itself is good enough for most AAA games these days. It's not like the Wii where there were little buttons to use and motion control was all but needed. The controller is a lot like modern controllers with plenty of buttons and the screen can simply be used to make things simpler.

It gives what people have been bitching asking for! A controller more like the Gamecube's! But since they did something different, that MUST mean it's a GIMMICK, and everything else can be ignored because it's a GIMMICK.

Yes, price is a bit of a concern, but it probably won't be that bad.

 

[I forgot]

Also I think itll probably become a bit gimmicky if the developers dont use it proparly.

Heh, that's Nintendo during the last 5 years summed up pretty well.

No, that's everyone but Nintendo who's developed games on the Wii. The DS on the otherhand, has been treated better. But for whatever reason, other developers don't seem to understand that they don't have to use the motion controls.

 

[Maxtro]

OMG, how much is the controller going to cost? I need at least two controllers.

And what happens if I go into a fit of rage and throw the damn thing?

 

[GrimHeaper]

And because this is the Escapist, expecting cries of "GIMMICK GIMMICK GIMMICK!" in 3...2...1...

in all seriousness: I'll quote myself.

For everyone crying "gimmick", here are some practical uses for the screen I can think of off the top of my head:

1: in a game like Okami, you can draw the symbols on the touchscreen
2: in an FPS game, you can have a selection of guns on the screen and tap the one you want to switch to.
3: in an RTS game, you can make little routes planned or make notes on a map, or give commands.
4: in an RPG game, you can put certain spells or skill on the screen as a shortcut to fast-use.
5: in anything requiring numerical or alphabetical input, you can use the touchscreen.
6: in a turn-based strategy, it can be used to move units and select action and micro-manage
7: in a point-and-click game, it can be used to... well, point and click.
8: in an option menus, you can toggle certain features on and off.
9: in a character creation screen, the screen can be used for those little sliders.
10: in a sports game, you can set formations and select plays you frequently use.
11: in a party game, you can doodle on images on the big screen.

And this is from a sleep-deprived 18-year old. Imagine what a competent game designer could come up with. And if devs are smart, they can simply make a game for the console and IGNORE THE SCREEN IF IT ISN'T NEEDED. The controller itself is good enough for most AAA games these days. It's not like the Wii where there were little buttons to use and motion control was all but needed. The controller is a lot like modern controllers with plenty of buttons and the screen can simply be used to make things simpler.

It gives what people have been bitching asking for! A controller more like the Gamecube's! But since they did something different, that MUST mean it's a GIMMICK, and everything else can be ignored because it's a GIMMICK.

Yes, price is a bit of a concern, but it probably won't be that bad.

You know where it's at man.
Wonder how people would react if it could play DS games.

OMG, how much is the controller going to cost? I need at least two controllers.

And what happens if I go into a fit of rage and throw the damn thing?

It would be your fault or do you want two strap like handcuffs to come with it?

(this could still be fake guys...)

I hope this gets delayed another five years. Beacuse frankly I don't want this to spark the next genration of consoles, Considering I just got my Xbox 360 this year.

No you want that to happen xbox 360 games would be even cheaper.
Think of it liek a ps2.

That's just great, yet an other flashy gimmick that's an expensive fix if you accidentally drop your controller.

I really don't see the point of this. Sure, a touch screen on the controller is innovative but I've got sausage fingers so just how efficient is it?

Also, I never look at the controller when I'm gaming on a console. So now, I'm going to have give myself whiplash looking down at the controller then up at the screen over and over again?

This is by no means me whining, I'm merely pondering the dynamics of this thing... Is it absolutely critical to gameplay? Or can I just shut off the touchscreen and play the games the good old fashioned way?

I guess you could never play TWEWY.
And the wii controller... isn't as breakable as you imply, more durable than your TV anyway.
People even say they can beat zombies to death using them as nun-chucks

 

[Javarock]

I hope this gets delayed another five years. Beacuse frankly I don't want this to spark the next genration of consoles, Considering I just got my Xbox 360 this year.

 

[Goofguy]

That's just great, yet an other flashy gimmick that's an expensive fix if you accidentally drop your controller.

I really don't see the point of this. Sure, a touch screen on the controller is innovative but I've got sausage fingers so just how efficient is it?

Also, I never look at the controller when I'm gaming on a console. So now, I'm going to have give myself whiplash looking down at the controller then up at the screen over and over again?

This is by no means me whining, I'm merely pondering the dynamics of this thing... Is it absolutely critical to gameplay? Or can I just shut off the touchscreen and play the games the good old fashioned way?