Revolution Controller UNVEILED!

[OCybrManO]

You mean QFT.

T = truth (as you probably know)
E = emphasis

They both work.

 

[Reginald]

I edited it to make us all happy. :hmph:

 

[OCybrManO]

I'm going to start saying "QtEtTIitPPS" (Quoted to Emphasize the Truth Inherent in the Previous Poster's Statement) or "QtEtTIitAS" (Quoted to Emphasize the Truth Inherent in the Aforementioned Statement)... because they're more than 6 characters.

 

[Reginald]

I'm going to start saying "QtEtTIitPPS" (Quoted to Emphasize the Truth Inherent in the Previous Poster's Statement) or "QtEtTIitAS" (Quoted to Emphasize the Truth Inherent in the Aforementioned Statement)... because it's more than 6 characters.

It doesn't really have a ring to it, does it? :|

 

[OCybrManO]

It doesn't really have a ring to it, does it? :|

Well, the phrases are only at the public beta phase. I still need to iron out some of the bugs.

 

[Cole]

T = truth (as you probably know)
E = emphasis

They both work.

Opps though about E = Effort.

I edited it to make us all happy.

*Jumps up and down clapping*

Well, the phrases are only at the public beta phase. I still need to iron out some of the bugs.

Can I help test?

 

[Dekstar]

So yeah about the controller. It roxx0rz.

 

[Stigmata]

MOVING ON

I hope they make the remote more ergonomic. I have a remote that's shaped pretty similarly, and let me tell you it's not entirely fun to hold onto that thing for prolonged periods of time.

 

[Reginald]

MOVING ON

I hope they make the remote more ergonomic. I have a remote that's shaped pretty similarly, and let me tell you it's not entirely fun to hold onto that thing for prolonged periods of time.

They still haven't finalised the design for the controller or the console yet. So it will probably become even more sexual. Like the DS did.

What do all of you think about the naming of the console? Revolution? Or something different? They have removed the name Revolution from the recent release shots.

 

[The Mullinator]

They still haven't finalised the design for the controller or the console yet. So it will probably become even more sexual. Like the DS did.

What do all of you think about the naming of the console? Revolution? Or something different? They have removed the name Revolution from the recent release shots.

As long as its not something like "Nintendo 128" I will probably be happy with the name.

Although if you ask me "Revolution" is actually a pretty damn good console name on its own. I mean it has a really good ring to it, it actually sounds good when you say something like "Im going to go buy a Revolution".

 

[Stigmata]

As long as its not something like "Nintendo 128" I will probably be happy with the name.

Although if you ask me "Revolution" is actually a pretty damn good console name on its own. I mean it has a really good ring to it, it actually sounds good when you say something like "Im going to go buy a Revolution".

Agreed on all points.

If they do change the name to something completely off-the-wall, it'll still be more original than naming the console as if it were a sequel to something.
... Which it is. But my point still stands.

 

[Reginald]

Well we know it won't be anything cheesy like Gamecube 2, seeing as they are trying to shrug that whole image off. And I doubt it'll be the Nintendo 128 or 256 or whatever. Doesn't have the same ring as Nintendo 64.

I'd be happy with Revolution, but they seem intent on changing it. As long as it isn't the Nintendo Power Wand I will be pleased.

 

[Narcolepsy]

Knowing Nintendo, they'll probably settle on the "Nintendo GameSystem®".

 

[Reginald]

Knowing Nintendo, they'll probably settle on the "Nintendo GameSystem®".

Actually, knowing Nintendo they really won't. It's too similar to Playstation.

 

[Cole]

I'd go with Nintendo Revolution System.
With either
Revolution or NRE(bigger letters more spaced) going down the side of the box.

 

[KU_]

I still think the "N5" sounds the coolest.

 

[Noobulon]

I highly doubt that there will be a lot of third party support for this.... They obviously made this for more stupid games like Nintendogs or other dumb games like that.

This is what I said on another forum. Concerning third-party games, I don't think there's much of a problem. Almost any game could be reimagined to work on this controller.

Take Street Fighter for example. You've got two buttons - one gives a punch and one gives a kick. Those same two buttons, when tilted down slightly, give you heavy punches and heavy kicks. And when tilted up, they give light attacks. Jumping and blocking are on the d-pad as usual. Sorted!

Soul Calibur could be done on the A button alone. Press the button while swiping left, right, up or down to get different attacks. Pull the controller back to block, or whatever. Sorted!

These might not be ideal solutions, sure, but the point is that it's possible.

RPGs like Zelda could also be catered for. One button to slash. One button for all context-sensitive actions. Items are assigned to d-pad directions. Tilt to walk around. It's there.

Hell, even something like Tony Hawks could work a dream... just imagine flipping the controller over in your palm to kickflip! :rolling: It's the death of the Button Combo, and the arrival of the Hand Gesture!

Racing games will be great too. Think of F-Zero GX, with the steering mapped to 'turning' motions, and the air brakes activated by 'banking' motions. With the rumble picking up changes in the road surface. Gorgeous!

And It's already been pointed out it could become the definitive input method for console RTS and FPS games.

I just hope developers resist using that dumb numchuck thing, and try to get the most out of the controller without the add-ons. I can't bloody wait. Truly exciting stuff.

 

[bam23]

Sorted, but still to effing complicated! And remember you have to stay a certain range from the console. So I can't play while lying in my bed anymore.

 

[Noobulon]

I don't see how it's at all complicated. Jesturing your hand is simpler than wrapping your fingers around 14 buttons and sticks, surely??

My prediction: It will become second nature like *that*

 

[Warbie]

I got terrible cramps using a pad while laying on my side anyways.

My biggest concern with the new controller (other than it looking a bit wank) is that it won't be ergonomically sound - and get uncomfortable after extended play, or make reaching all the buttons difficult.

//edit

The concept, however, I still think is fantastic - and the most exciting thing to happen to gaming for quite a while. Based on Nintendo's past joypads, (which, imo, have always been the most comfortable), I trust this 'remote' will turn out just fine in this respect. There is also still time to refine the design and iron out any niggles - we all know what sticklers for quality control they are.

 

[Gui!]

ach you can also get a cube style controller then fit the new controller/uber sensor into it if your worried about erganomics

apart from handling, F*** you 360 F*** you PS3...what you gonna do now????
sure is sweet......also you can flip conroller sideways and use it lie old NES controller, great for those NES games you can play on revolution

 

[Absinthe]

apart from handling, F*** you 360 F*** you PS3...what you gonna do now????

I assume they're going to continue to sell more consoles than Nintendo.

Stick that in your pipe and smoke it.

 

[Warbie]

Agreed - the 360 and PS3 will still be very cool, and are bound to sell more units. Then again, the same could be said for Britney's next album (not the cool bit - just in terms of sales )

 

[Absinthe]

I don't wish to imply that this reasonable expectation is a testament to console/game quality. I just find this notion of Nintendo owning anybody to be unfounded.

Quite simply, Nintendo doesn't need to own anybody any way. They are successful enough as it is and get rich off of what they produce. They have, time and time again, displayed quite a bit of apathy towards their competitors, doing what they feel is right and making few attempts to best the opposition. Nintendo really doesn't factor into the console "war". They function independently of the Sony/Microsoft pissing contest.

 

[bam23]

I don't wish to imply that this reasonable expectation is a testament to console/game quality. I just find this notion of Nintendo owning anybody to be unfounded.

Quite simply, Nintendo doesn't need to own anybody any way. They are successful enough as it is and get rich off of what they produce. They have, time and time again, displayed quite a bit of apathy towards their competitors, doing what they feel is right and making few attempts to best the opposition. Nintendo really doesn't factor into the console "war". They function independently of the Sony/Microsoft pissing contest.

Exactly

 

[sinkoman]

Ok, I still want to know, how am I going to play games in marathon sessions?

I can't keep my arm outstretched pointing and clicking at zombies forever. I want you to take a remote controll, face it at your tv, now straighten your arm and see how long you can last before your arms give out.

 

[SimonomiS]

Work on those muscles.

 

[TheSomeone]

You rest your elbow on your lap while you play, just like how you would with a regular controller.

Damn you people sure think things through.

 

[bam23]

That's good news, but I still don't like the idea that you have to stay within range of the sensors.

 

[Murray_H]

That's good news, but I still don't like the idea that you have to stay within range of the sensors.

Remember it's a mock-up.

"I still don't like the idea that you have to stay within range of the sensors"

What do you suggest then? Go outside their range? Then the signal won't be received.....

 

[bam23]

"I still don't like the idea that you have to stay within range of the sensors"

What do you suggest then? Go outside their range? Then the signal won't be received.....

Well, one of my friends has a huge TV in his also huge living room and we play SSBM a lot, and I used to play 20 feet away from the TV with my wavebird sitting on comfortably on a couch, while my friends played on a hard tiled floor :E

 

[Stigmata]

AFAIK they haven't announced the max signal range. But I'd wager it's about as good as, or better than, the Wavebird's range, which, if my memory serves me, was ridiculously huge.

 

[The Mullinator]

They have said it works on Bluetooth systems. From my own experience setting up bluetooth stuff working for my parents company I can safely say that I don't think you will need to worry much about range. You probably won't be able to really see the game properly anyway if you exceeded the controllers maximum range.

 

[sinkoman]

You rest your elbow on your lap while you play, just like how you would with a regular controller.

Unless I duct taped a laser pointer to the thing, i'd lose a whole lotta accuracy in FPS'.

That's not such a bad idea though? I sure hope that the final version has a built in lazer pointer.

If not, i'm sure Pelican or Madcatz and the likes will make one that clips on to the front.

 

[Noobulon]

That's not such a bad idea though? I sure hope that the final version has a built in lazer pointer.

Erm, it does have a laser pointer. If by 'laser pointer', you mean recognition of where on the screen you're pointing to.

Look at the front of it. It works with a detection box placed on or near the tv. It will be sex for fps mark my words. Just point and pull the trigger. Bang! :bounce:

 

[Gui!]

It uses bluetooth sensors

 

[The Mullinator]

I thought this article was a nice read, especially for all the nay-sayers:
http://www.whatinterest.com/page/article/view/51

It's for these reasons that I recommend a hearty dose of restraint before you pre-emptively use the controller as an example of repeated failure on the part of Nintendo. Especially because, at the end of the day, if Nintendo fail it will be us - gamers - who lose out on something that could be very, very cool.

 

[Warbie]

Repeated failure?? Who in their right mind would think this?

 

[Direwolf]

Well theres always the virtual boy.

 

[Warbie]

True - but that's pretty much it.

A single failure, while trying to do something new, aint so bad Compare that to all the other great things they've done.