[Thanks, Fernando and John]
[Thanks, Fernando and John]
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Posted: Jan 14th 2008 9:27PM (Unverified) said
Capcom has been there and done that. They deserve recognition. Its a good thing more devs are stepping up to the plate.
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Posted: Jan 14th 2008 9:32PM (Unverified) said
I agree with the both of you. I think Factor 5 is going to push the fuck out of the Wii graphically. Kudos to Capcom also for not being lazy ass bitches.
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Posted: Jan 14th 2008 11:07PM (Unverified) said
I think we are all forgetting that Factor 5 may not exactly quite have a handle on motion controls. If they couldn't pull of the basic functions on PS3, what makes you all think they are going to do better on the Wii, where motion controls are its main selling point?
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Posted: Jan 14th 2008 9:34PM (Unverified) said
Wow so they decide to follow the money!!! Does anyone remember when they released Lair and trashed the Wii.
"Factor 5, currently developing Lair for the PS3, deemed the Wii a "GameCube 1.5" in reference to its relatively similar technical specifications, also describing the console's audio ability as "relatively mediocre".
Talk about eating your own words, if they had any sense in the first place then they would have know better I guess.
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"Factor 5, currently developing Lair for the PS3, deemed the Wii a "GameCube 1.5" in reference to its relatively similar technical specifications, also describing the console's audio ability as "relatively mediocre".
Talk about eating your own words, if they had any sense in the first place then they would have know better I guess.
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:03PM MrHashbrown said
Yes, the irony is really f**king hilarious. CHEW IT AND SWALLOW IT FACTOR 5.
...NOW PUKE IT OUT AND EAT IT AGAIN!
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...NOW PUKE IT OUT AND EAT IT AGAIN!
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:05PM (Unverified) said
Sorry I called you mediocre, wanna make me some money now?
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Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:06PM Antibot said
So by making a game for the system, are they somehow changing the tech specs of the console? It still isn't the technologically superior console. And I can't speak for them, but I haven't read anything that said they changed their mind.
However, they have criticized developers for not even getting Wii games look as good as Gamecube games. I hope they are one of the first developers to do so. If they don't, well, then they'd be open to more criticism.
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However, they have criticized developers for not even getting Wii games look as good as Gamecube games. I hope they are one of the first developers to do so. If they don't, well, then they'd be open to more criticism.
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:13PM (Unverified) said
Probot,
Super Mario Galaxy is all the proof I need to know that the Wii can offer more than what devs are willing to give. I'm hoping they come through big time.
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Super Mario Galaxy is all the proof I need to know that the Wii can offer more than what devs are willing to give. I'm hoping they come through big time.
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:49PM (Unverified) said
Yes I remember that, they said some asshole things about the GameCube and Nintendo in general while praising the PoS3. Glad to see that they finally smartened up and released that there is no money in making PS3 games.
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Posted: Jan 15th 2008 8:36AM (Unverified) said
As I remember they also repeatedly said that the Wii should be able to do MUCH BETTER graphics than its currently doing, and that all the Wii developers were being lazy.
So they obviously felt the system had some merit.
I bet the gc1.5 thing was put in their mouths by some bloggers/journalists trying to bait wii fans..
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So they obviously felt the system had some merit.
I bet the gc1.5 thing was put in their mouths by some bloggers/journalists trying to bait wii fans..
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:13PM (Unverified) said
Didn't Factor 5 diss the Wii just over a year ago, saying that it had weak hardware and that it was going to flop?
At that time, they were bragging about the PS3 and their new project "Lair"... I guess that didn't turn out well for them.
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At that time, they were bragging about the PS3 and their new project "Lair"... I guess that didn't turn out well for them.
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 9:36PM (Unverified) said
Wasn't Factor 5 the studio that just couldnt stop talking about how much the wii sucked?
"Factor 5, currently developing Lair for the PS3, deemed the Wii a "GameCube 1.5" in reference to its relatively similar technical specifications, also describing the console's audio ability as "relatively mediocre"."
I don't care as long as we get a good game out of it, but pretty funny and hypocritical isnt it hahaha
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"Factor 5, currently developing Lair for the PS3, deemed the Wii a "GameCube 1.5" in reference to its relatively similar technical specifications, also describing the console's audio ability as "relatively mediocre"."
I don't care as long as we get a good game out of it, but pretty funny and hypocritical isnt it hahaha
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:23PM (Unverified) said
What about any of those statements are untrue?
The Wii *IS* essentially a Gamecube * 1.5, and the hardware IS mediocre. The gamecube/Wii's hardware was essentially designed in the 90s for chrissakes. Wii has the exact same main and graphics processors as the Gamecube, just clocked 50% faster. (It does have more than 50% additional memory though.)
Stating the truth doesn't mean you're ragging on the system or think that it sucks; only a fanperson who demands worship of the box in every respect would believe such a thing.
Someone from Factor 5, it may or may not have been Eggebrecht or whatsisname, has in fact said quite nice things about the Wii in an interview from a good while back, and slammed devs for not taking the machine seriously. No, I don't have a link to provide; I'm not a walking talking intarweb repository. Use your google-fu if you're curious. :P
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The Wii *IS* essentially a Gamecube * 1.5, and the hardware IS mediocre. The gamecube/Wii's hardware was essentially designed in the 90s for chrissakes. Wii has the exact same main and graphics processors as the Gamecube, just clocked 50% faster. (It does have more than 50% additional memory though.)
Stating the truth doesn't mean you're ragging on the system or think that it sucks; only a fanperson who demands worship of the box in every respect would believe such a thing.
Someone from Factor 5, it may or may not have been Eggebrecht or whatsisname, has in fact said quite nice things about the Wii in an interview from a good while back, and slammed devs for not taking the machine seriously. No, I don't have a link to provide; I'm not a walking talking intarweb repository. Use your google-fu if you're curious. :P
Posted: Jan 15th 2008 2:08AM ThornedVenom said
Mediocre hardware? I'd rather reliable than experimental.
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Posted: Jan 15th 2008 10:53AM (Unverified) said
ThornedVenom,
Maybe you need to look up the dictionary meaning of the word "mediocre". ;) Tip: it has nothing to do with reliability...
"average: lacking exceptional quality or ability"
This fits the Wii rather well. Saying this doesn't mean it can't run good games, but the machine itself IS decidedly average; there's no reason to not admit that.
I own all three of the current consoles, but the ones I play is my *Wii* and PS3, due to the 360's unacceptably loud DVD drive and fans. Mario Galaxy is a great game, I love it, but I'm also a rational person and realize that the Wii, while stylish and reliable, is also mediocre.
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Maybe you need to look up the dictionary meaning of the word "mediocre". ;) Tip: it has nothing to do with reliability...
"average: lacking exceptional quality or ability"
This fits the Wii rather well. Saying this doesn't mean it can't run good games, but the machine itself IS decidedly average; there's no reason to not admit that.
I own all three of the current consoles, but the ones I play is my *Wii* and PS3, due to the 360's unacceptably loud DVD drive and fans. Mario Galaxy is a great game, I love it, but I'm also a rational person and realize that the Wii, while stylish and reliable, is also mediocre.
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 9:37PM Nick the Hero of Canton said
Rogue Squadron started on the good ol' 64.
As a matter of fact, I have that game.
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As a matter of fact, I have that game.
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 9:40PM kojo87 said
hopefully, whatever the game is, it will push the Wii like Rouge Squadron pushed the GameCube. the first was a launch title and was only surpassed but the likes of Resident Evil 4. it'd be nice to see someone other than Nintendo make some quality games. I guess Capcom has had some hits but they've had their share of misses too.
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Posted: Jan 14th 2008 9:46PM Vegeta has a ps3 said
Heh, funny how they're crawling back to Nintendo.
THAT'S WHAT YOU GET WHEN YOU FUCK WITH NINTENDO. YOU MAKE GAMES LIKE LAIR!!!
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THAT'S WHAT YOU GET WHEN YOU FUCK WITH NINTENDO. YOU MAKE GAMES LIKE LAIR!!!
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:33PM Vegeta has a ps3 said
No. I think it's fair to say that Nintendo using their wizardry causing Factor 5 to make Lair. It's magic.
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Posted: Jan 14th 2008 9:47PM (Unverified) said
Wasn't there a rumor a while back that they were working on the next Pilotwings for Nintendo? It's an old one, from back when the Wii was still called the Revolution.
It would be wonderful if true.
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It would be wonderful if true.
Posted: Feb 13th 2008 10:23AM (Unverified) said
If it is indeed a Pilotwings game, that could be the game that makes me buy a Wii. I hope that's the case and its not another Star Wars game.
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Posted: Jan 14th 2008 9:54PM The Artist Formerly known as Jes said
I hope they make a Wii version of Lair
Motion controls would be awesome for dragon flying!
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Motion controls would be awesome for dragon flying!
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:23PM The Artist Formerly known as Jes said
oh yea i forgot something for my above comment.
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Posted: Jan 14th 2008 9:55PM (Unverified) said
I jokingly joked that Factor 5 would come crawling back after the disaster of Lair (yes I do own it, it's much better on remote play too). And there they are.
They were kings back in the Amiga day but they've went to pot after Rogue Leader. Let's see if they can pick up.
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They were kings back in the Amiga day but they've went to pot after Rogue Leader. Let's see if they can pick up.
Posted: Jan 18th 2008 10:20AM Supermanisdead said
With bad waggle, only 1 kitten dies. With bad axis 30 kittens die.
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Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:02PM Oldtaku said
Erf, I seriously hope to hell they're not making yet another Rogue Squadron rehash for the Wii. The last Rogue Squadron was seriously awful, and Lair was the same thing not very cleverly disguised.
Time for something new, guys. If it's Turrican (okay, maybe not so new) then huzzah.
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Time for something new, guys. If it's Turrican (okay, maybe not so new) then huzzah.
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:03PM (Unverified) said
If it is a good Rogue Squadron game with good online play... consider me sold on a wii.
Dammit.
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Dammit.
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:06PM (Unverified) said
Rogue Squadron screams for xbox live. I cant wait for a star wars mini game on the wii. Lair wasnt craptastic enough.
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Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:10PM (Unverified) said
Okay Factor 5, we are taking you back on good graces. Even though you ran your mouth like a little bitch about how great your game was going to be on their console and then sunk quicker than my turds after eating 2 Big Macs.
Please give us some fresh ideas, and keep the shitty motion control in the past with that other game that I will not mention.
Love, A Wii Owner.
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Please give us some fresh ideas, and keep the shitty motion control in the past with that other game that I will not mention.
Love, A Wii Owner.
Posted: Jan 15th 2008 12:24AM (Unverified) said
After eating two Big Macs, your turds would float, as they would contain high fat content. Sinking turds means low fat in the feces! Pretty sure anyway...
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Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:10PM (Unverified) said
Joystiq you should add that Rouge Squadron started on the n64! But yea hopefully Factor 5 can make something good compare to the other crap we seen on the wii. O and isn't karma a bitch...
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Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:18PM (Unverified) said
I want to Factor 5, together with Nintendo, make a nes Star Fox game.
But... I don't want motion controls for control the Arwing... I want the analog stick to control the ship, and the IR pointer to shot and move the camera (like MP3, with a small bouding box)... fire with A, bombs with B.
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But... I don't want motion controls for control the Arwing... I want the analog stick to control the ship, and the IR pointer to shot and move the camera (like MP3, with a small bouding box)... fire with A, bombs with B.
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 10:45PM The Artist Formerly known as Jes said
"[Thanks, Fernando and John]"
You're finally getting the recognition you deserve on Joystiq Fernando.
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You're finally getting the recognition you deserve on Joystiq Fernando.
Posted: Jan 14th 2008 11:12PM (Unverified) said
I'd read it, solely for the parts that had nothing to do with Nintendo.
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