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Why would you buy a console for just one game, idiot.

because at the time there is only one game that apealed to him, He did say that as more game come out for the system he might get them as well ?

You're going to regret it soon..

I'd never sell mine, it's my best friend at the moment sad I know.

This isn't a rant nor anything along those lines, I just wish to express my experience with the console and hear other's opinions.

I enjoyed my wii u for the first few days, I will not deny it.  The gamepad was pretty cool, and the system seemed to work nicely. However, this enjoyment slowly faded day by day, and this is why:

1) Gamepad: Maybe it was just me, but I found it to be more of a hassle to use more than anything else. For instance, when playing COD, I literally never used it to view the entire map.  It's just too difficult in gameplay to look down at a screen. The only benefit of this was playing in bed, which I did enjoy.

2) Bland interface: Granted this can get updated over time, it just seemed really boring, even for a new release.  I was expecting more customizing with your mii's, something more along the lines of 360, to really give a personal feel to the console and enhance the community.

3) ***Too many controllers: This was probably the overriding factor for my return. I couldn't stand the fact that different games use different controllers. If any of you are like me, I strongly disliked the wii mote and anything that had to do with the old wii system.  What I wanted out of it was mainly to use a more gamer controller, i.e. the newly released pro controller, and was super excited Nintendo was making one. The issue I kept running into, however, was that certain games required this controller, certain games required this attachment, blah blah.  This made me incredibly frustrated. I found it completely unacceptable that their new pro controller was not fully supported by all the new wii u games when it could have been.  I feared a future where this issue would repeatedly come about, forcing me to always switch controllers and never really get used to one.  

Even in a world where it was only the gamepad and wii u pro controller, I still would find it frustrating. Your hands don't adjust when jumping from the gamepad to the pro quick enough. For instance, playing cod on the gamepad I eventually got used to, but once I made the switch, it would take me a good game or two to get the feel for the smaller layout.

So, at the end of the day, I returned the wii u and picked up a 360. It gives me comfort that everyone can only use one type of controller, and it will work with everything out there. Not to mention, there's a huge mic issue with the wii u, where its only on the gamepad, which isn't an issue with the 360.

1.) I must say that setting it up is a hassle for me, but that's because I'm a clean OCD freak and must was my hands very thoroughly before using it, lest I smudge and dirty the Gamepad. And yeah, looking down for a quick map isn't actually as handy as it was made to sound before the system launched. Finally, playing on the Gamepad is very handy be it on the couch while the TV is being used, or as you mentioned, in bed. This convenience is further driven home by just how surprisingly comfortable the Gamepad is. So for the most part, I definitely agree with you on these points.

2.) This I must respectfully disagree with however. It is bland in a sense, but it is also simple. I honestly get lost in the 360's menus because it's just so crowded. I still can't remember how to change backgrounds half the time, and don't even get me lying about how you move data. The Wii U's interface is very streamlined and this greatly enhances the experience of gaming in my opinion. The Miiverse is also a very clever idea. I'm not saying either of them are perfect however, and do hope that they update it a bit in the future. But I do not want the menus to ever become crowded.

As for your wish on more Mii customization, that would be nice to have. But having it like the 360's would not work quite as simply. The 360's works because they can charge you for the hundreds of clothes and whatnot. The Wii U's was built-in. And if it was as content-packed as the 360's Avatar section, I highly doubt anyone would want to browse through 20+ pages of noses for their Mii.

3.) Hrmm... I can definitely see the point here, but I also disagree to an extent. The only controller you really need for the Wii U is the Gamepad. You will never need anything else for a Wii U game. If you are delving into multiplayer like I'd presume most everyone would however, it does become an issue and that is lame a tad bit. Especially whenever you get into the peripherals of the original Wii. Oh goodness, the Wii Wheels, the Zappers, the Classic Controllers and Pros.. It really was overdone. But the point I'm trying to convey here is that you don't actually need any more controllers. You don't have to adapt to them unless you so choose.

(The original Wii-mote can either be painful to use, or the most comfortable controller ever depending on the game. Playing a game with your arms in a much more flexible position is quite nice with the Nunchuck - as long as you don't need motion controls.)

In the end though, I will say that I would not return the system. I don't enjoy it to it's fullest potential yet, but that's because it is premature and can't be. Once bigger games come out within even just next year alone I can see me greatly enjoying it. I completely understand the reasoning and motives behind selling yours though, and would not say you made a bad choice at all.

LOVE MY Wii U!!!!!!!!!

Good for you.

I can understand most of your points. But comparing it to the 360 is like apples to oranges, The 360 has had years to develop and is a completely different type of console. You sound more like a hardcore type gamer, Which is probably why you prefer the 360. Although nintento is slowly coming around to focus on the harcore audience as much as the casual gamer i feel for someone like you it was a "to little to late" scenario with the Wii u.

Eh, most of them are fair complaints. To simply call him a hardcore gamer because he has stated them is a tad senseless. By what definition of "Hardcore Gamer" are we talking? Because in my opinion a hardcore gamer is simply anyone who games a lot, and you can do that on you Wii, 360, PS3, or even PC. In my mind every single one is good for a hardcore gamer, because the term is silly and doesn't apply to any one system. What definition are you using to base your opinion of the 360 being a "hardcore" platform?

OK then.

"If you don't have anything to add to a discussion, don't make a post like "I don't know what to say" or something just to boost your post count," fits quite nicely here, wouldn't you say?

LOL, those are some pointless points to get rid of a Wii U. I'll be enjoying mine in a week!!!

I wouldn't say that they are pointless at all. In fact, they are almost all meaningful reasons. Sure I may disagree with them as a whole, but they are definitely good points.

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Good points if you ask me, you will definately enjoy your 360 more. Such a huge catalog of games.

Definitely. The Wii U has simply not come to its potential yet. The 360 is prone to be more enjoyable with the multitude of games on it. Later on down the road, five years from now I'm sure the Wii U will be the same though. Launches are just not meant for those who can not wait for games haha.

It's worth buying for ZombiU alone,best game ive played in a long time and beats anything Fony or Microsux consoles have on them by a mile,best purchase of 2012 for me.

A typical fanboy comment and one that is not needed here or anywhere else for that matter.

It's worth buying for ZombiU alone,best game ive played in a long time and beats anything Fony or Microsux consoles have on them by a mile,best purchase of 2012 for me.

Keep that ugly fanboyism to yourself, please.
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As to the OP, I would suggest holding off on buying a U until the software library drastically expands next year.

Unless there's a good handful of launch titles you definitely want to buy.

The Wii U is a bit better than the Wii even though It is Just a Wii with a Gamepad.

The wii u is far from just a wii with a gamepad the graphics the wii u are displaying cant be done on the wii. Blops 2 assasins creed 3 and many others cant be done on the wii and look as good as they do on the wii u.

The Wii U is a bit better than the Wii even though It is Just a Wii with a Gamepad.

GET OUT.

The Wii U is a bit better than the Wii even though It is Just a Wii with a Gamepad.

No its not...its a LOT...A LOT better than the Wii.

You bought a Wii U. Not a Wii.

you'd be surprised to know that a lot of non-nintendo fans join these kind of Nintendo oriented pages *takes a look at 3ds forums for example*

I know, and it boggles my mind why ...nevermind...it doesn't ... I only actively post on a few forums because most become a place to whine insistently

Such lack of faith with from all you "Nintendo Fans" . They know what they are doing, this is why gaming now a days isn't like it used to be. People seem to have no real allegiance anymore and jump boat soon as the more "powerful" system comes out. Graphics and raw power don't win console wars, game libraries do. The Wii succeeded with that it set out to do - capture the casual crowed, and now the Wii U is going to succeed with what it plans to do - get core gamers and casual gamers on one machine. Take RPG's for instance - arguably 2 of the best of this past gen are The Last Story and Xenoblade Chronicles - they looked gorgeous on the Wii and were far more fun than half the other RPG's on other consoles. Nintendo will get developers on board and we will see a great system in the Wii U. Those of you already talking about regretting purchasing and jumping ship when the powerful 720/ps4 launch - go right a head - read Nintendo fans will still be here on the forums enjoying the best gaming has to offer .

you'd be surprised to know that a lot of non-nintendo fans join these kind of Nintendo oriented pages *takes a look at 3ds forums for example*

I like the recent mentality on these forums that you can only own one console of the three. There are gonna be games the Wii U isn't going to get no matter how powerful it is, and Nintendo can't catch them all. You're gonna be disappointed either way. Seeing as how I'm an FF fan, I can already see PS4 exclusives. I accept that, and it just means I gotta buy a PS4 if I wanna play the games.

Don't have the money to invest in a second or third console? Maybe you should stop buying games because it's not like it's cheap being a gamer these days.

No thanks