• About
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Submit For Review
  • Template Gallery
  • Excel 2016 Udemy Course
  • Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

TheAppTimes

App Reviews, Tutorials, & Gadget News Hub

  • Gadgets
  • How To
  • Mobile Apps
  • Software and Web Apps
  • Buying Guides
  • Show Search
Hide Search
Home » Mobile Games » Wii U – Will it emerge from the shadow of its predecessor?

Wii U – Will it emerge from the shadow of its predecessor?

June 27, 2012

Nintendo chose the tech show E3 to unveil to the world its high concept replacement for amazingly popular Wii, but will Wii U be warmly received? Having got a sneak preview and a close up look at the gamepad, the first thing to note is that it looks like a tablet and the initial industry reaction was that it was going to struggle to be accepted, but when you actually get your hands on it you quickly realize that a lot of bright minds have gone into its creation and it certainly adds a new spin to gameplay and might actually turn out to be Nintendo’s best console over time.

Wii U – Review

wii u review

Image Credit

The actual console is quite small and somehow quite anonymous and the Wii U Gamepad has had several mutations during the development stage, meaning that the final and finished offering has already benefitted from considerable improvements.

The finished article being offered to the general public is actually wider than the prototype, it has two proper analogue sticks that can be clicked down and is much more contoured than before. There is an intriguing near-field communications area that Nintendo is being coy about at the moment, and finally a button marked TV that lets you use the device as a TV remote.

It has all the buttons that you would expect to find on a Nintendo controller, including two large triggers, shoulder buttons, front facing camera, two speakers and a stylus for the touchscreen. It motion-senses and positively bristles with every conceivable feature, yet it is still surprisingly light, which is good news as some games demand that you hold the device up in front of your face.

The newly added feature of contouring makes for a natural feel and comfortable grip points when you hold it conventionally and they seem to have thought of everything as a transverse rib down the back allows you the same comfort when gripping it with one end facing towards the screen, and yes it does also work well for left-handers, so it is certainly versatile.

The overall impression is that Wii U will become a popular acquisition for gamers who will come to appreciate that the device has been constructed to provide new and distinctive gameplay experiences. Watch out for the little box of tricks under the Christmas tree when Nintendo will be in full launch mode for maximum take up.

Author Bio

Guest post contributed by Gaynor Cooper, a freelance technology blogger and who currently writes for a popular sim only provider.

Tweet
Share
WhatsApp
Pin
Buffer
0 Shares

Filed Under: Mobile Games

You May Also Like

Things To Expect When Playing Poker Online - TATFI
Things To Expect When Playing Poker Online
Solitaire Apps to Make Real Money - TATFI
Solitaire Apps For You To Play To Make Real Money!
Puzzle Games to Play in 2021- TATFI
Work Your Grey Cells with These Fun Puzzle Games for iOS

About Community Contributions

This post is written by a community contributor. You can find details about the writer within the article content, either at the top of the post or towards the end.

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Hottest New Gadgets!

Amazfit Band 7 - TATFI

Keep Track of Your Physical Activity with Amazfit Band 7 (Just $50)

Best Wireless Headphones to Buy in 2022 - TATFI

The Best Wireless Headphones to Buy in 2022

HyperX DuoCast USB Microphone - TATFI

Need New Microphones? Take a Look at the Fabulous HyperX DuoCast USB Microphone

Xiaomi Smart Band 7 - TATFI

Xiaomi Smart Band 7 Launches with Always On Display in 6 New Colors

ECOLOR Smart Table Lamp - TATFI

ECOLOR Smart Table Lamp  – A Cool Multifunctional Lamp with Touch Features

Popular Tags

android android apps android games android how to apple casino games chrome extensions excel excel how to facebook gaming gmail google instagram ios apps ios games ios how to ios tips ipad iphone kids apps learn excel management microsoft music apps new releases outlook how to photo apps powerpoint powerpoint how to productivity Samsung security smartphone smartphones software tablet tablets technology twitter web browsers windows 10 word how to xbox youtube

Disclosure

TheAppTimes is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

TheAppTimes © 2022 // Runs on StudioPress