I think the Wii U game pad presents a lot of challenges and opportunities for developers. The thing is just so versatile, I'm afraid gameplay might get stretched pretty thin if creators feel like they have to use every function. On the other hand, I can see some great uses coming out of the game pad. On that note, I have high hopes for the first party Wii U launch title Nintendo Land. I think by now we can trust Nintendo to deliver a console-defining experience on their own, well, console.
4. Scribblenauts Unlimited
I've never played a Scribblenauts game in my life. Are they any good? Must be. There's a fair amount of hype surrounding this upcoming Wii U/3DS title. I'm always willing to try something new, even though when I actually get that chance, it's questionable at best whether I'll like it. I'll definitely keep Scribblenauts Unlimited on my radar.
3. Trine 2: Director's Cut
Here we have another series I didn't know existed until an expanded version of the second installment was announced for Wii U. From what I've read in the most recent issue of Nintendo Power magazine, Trine 2: Director's Cut features a lot of elements that I find appealing. Namely, the fantasy setting, the open-ended puzzle solving, and the promise of an engaging local multiplayer. Give this game a look if you haven't already!
2. New Super Mario Bros. U
And why shouldn't the newest Super Mario game make this list? Though both of Mario's intergalactic adventures are undoubtedly phenomenal, nothing can replace the classic feel of a side-scrolling Mario platformer. I am forever grateful for the New Super Mario Bros. series!
1. Rayman Legends
It was a tough choice to put one of these superb-looking platformers above the other, but I ultimately decided to give Rayman Legends the top honor. It's predecessor, Rayman Origins, was one beautiful-looking Wii game with top notch gameplay and a stellar soundtrack to match. If that's any indication of what's to come, Rayman Legends will surely be one to keep an eye on! Plus there's this trailer for it that you just gotta watch!
These are all great choices. Personally I would have had Assassin's Creed 3 and Batman Arkham City: Armored Edition instead of Scribblenauts and Trine 2. All of the games look great for the Wii U. Except the shovel-ware. And Just Dance. Yuck dancing, I would rather watch an NES yellow then play a dancing game. That is just me though.
ReplyDeleteAdmittedly, I avoid M-rated or overly violent games, which makes this list pretty personal. But though I know little about Scribblenauts, I defend Trine 2 with my life! I just think it looks really great!
DeleteScribblenauts is way fun!!! I can spend hours trying to find out new ways to beat levels. It keeps you on your feet :D
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you enjoy it! Never played it myself (already been established, ehehe).
DeleteTrine 2 is pretty sweet - I've been playing it on my PS3 lately. Solid list, though I'm also curious about that Zombie U game. I guess unlike Zack, even though AC 3 and Arkham City will no doubt be decent games, they're going to be on other consoles. What I generally like about the Nintendo consoles are the more unique titles you don't see other places.
ReplyDeleteI also like that about Nintendo, but what do I know? I've never played an Xbox in my life, and I only ever played Guitar Hero, Crazy Taxi, and Kingdom Hearts on Playstation 2. Hard for me to imagine what it's like to have enough funds to play more than just Nintendo.
DeleteNow I'm even more excited to play Trine!
Then reason I'm excited about playing Batman and AC 3 is because I don't own any other systems besides my Nintendo ones.
DeleteYep, good point. I'm the same way. Unless you count PC games...I always loved Age of Mythology.
DeleteI don't know...I'm excited for the console, but none of the games are really moving me. Not to say that I not looking forward to any (pretty much the ones on your list) but I feel like I can wait a little more patiently for them this time around.
ReplyDeleteGood way of putting it. I'm not about to attend the midnight releases of any of these games. Heheh, I haven't attended a midnight release of any game EVER. No place to do it in my town. But you get the point.
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