Full Summary of all Wii U Conferences on Sept 13

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NOTE: I DID NOT create this OP. I copied it from a GAF thread created by a user named "Nibel". It is a GREAT post.

Additional NEWS

- 9/14/12 - UK: Wii U pre-order price round-up - where's cheapest?
- 9/14/12 - Wii U playable for the first time in the UK at Eurogamer Expo
- 9/14/12 - Fist of the North Star 2 coming to Wii U
- 9/14/12 - PlatinumGames comments on Bayonetta 2

Release Dates:

• North America - November 18
• Europe - November 30
• Japan - December 8

Available SKUs

Wii U Basic Set (8GB)

 

• White Wii U Gamepad
• White Wii U Console
• 8GB Flash Storage
• AC adapter
• HDMI cable

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JAPAN - ¥26,250 USA - $299 AUSTRALIA - AU$349.95 UK - £250 EU - 299€

Check what's inside here! (Picture)

Wii U Premium/Deluxe Set (32GB)

 

• Black Wii U Gamepad
• Black Wii U Console
• 32GB Flash Storage
• AC adapter
• HDMI cable
• Console stand
• Gamepad dock
• Nintendoland (Not in Japan!)
• Nintendo Network Premium (Check below)

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JAPAN - ¥31,500 USA - $349 AUSTRALIA - AU$429.95 UK - £300 EU - 349€

Check what's inside here! (Picture)

Differences Between Regions

- Sensor bars aren't included in any of the two available bundles in Japan. However, it seems that there is a sensor bar in the premium EU bundle. Both the US basic and premium bundle seem to have a sensor bar.
- Nintendoland is available in the premium EU/US Wii U bundles. Just like Wii Sports, Japanese users have to buy Nintendoland separately
- There will be a ZombiU bundle in Europe (Amazon.de priced it at 399€) and a Monster Hunter Tri HD Version bundle in Japan for ¥38,850. They will both include a black Wii U Pro Controller (check the "Accessories" section)
- Every Japanese Premium Set includes Dragon Quest X Wii U Beta Access!

What is Nintendo Network Premium?

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Nintendo Network Premium, as mentioned above, is not to be compared to Xbox LIVE Gold or PlayStation Plus. It will give back consumers 10 percent of points on Nintendo download and product sales, which can be used toward future purchases. Amass 500 points, and you can redeem it for credit.

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Most recent published specs

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• Size: Approximately 1.8 inches high, 10.6 inches deep and 6.75 inches long.
• Weight: Approximately 3.5 pounds (1.6 kg)
• CPU: IBM Power-based multi-core processor
• GPU: AMD Radeon-based High Definition GPU
• Storage: Wii U uses an internal flash memory (8 GB with the Basic Set; 32 GB with the Deluxe Set) for data storage. It also supports SDHC memory cards and external USB storage.
• Media: Wii U and Wii optical discs. Wii U optical discs have a 25 GB data capacity.
• Networking: Wii U can be connected to the Internet via a wireless (IEEE 802.11b/g/n) connection. The console features four USB 2.0 connectors – two in the front and two in the rear – that support Wii LAN Adapters.
• Audio Output: Uses six-channel PCM linear output via HDMI connector, or analog output via the AV Multi Out connector.
• Video Output: Supports 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i. Compatible cables include HDMI, Wii D-Terminal, Wii Component Video, Wii RGB, Wii S-Video Stereo AV and Wii AV.
• Energy Efficiency: Wii U utilizes specially designed power-saving features to lower its energy consumption.
• Wii Compatibility: Nearly all Wii software and accessories can be used with Wii U.
• Wii U GamePad: Wii U™ GamePad
• The Wii U GamePad controller removes the traditional barriers between games, players and the TV by creating a second window into the video game world.
• It also offers a new way for viewers to engage with their favorite entertainment. The GamePad incorporates a 6.2-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio LCD touch screen, as well as traditional button controls and two analog sticks. Inputs include a +Control Pad, L/R sticks, L/R stick buttons, A/B/X/Y buttons, L/R buttons, ZL/ZR buttons, Power button, HOME button, -/SELECT button, +/START button, and TV CONTROL button.
• The GamePad also includes motion control (powered by an accelerometer, gyroscope and geomagnetic sensor), a front-facing camera, a microphone, stereo speakers, rumble features, a sensor bar, an included stylus and support for Near Field Communication (NFC) functionality.
• It is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and weighs approximately 1.1 pounds (500 g).
• Other Controllers: The Wii U console is capable of supporting two Wii U GamePad controllers, up to four Wii Remote (or Wii Remote™ Plus) controllers or Wii U Pro Controllers, and Wii accessories such as the Nunchuk, Classic Controller and Wii Balance Board.

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Additional info:

- Wii U uses 2GB Ram - 1GB for games, 1GB for the OS. Maybe they'll make their OS more efficient through FW updates like they did with the 3DS which means more RAM for developers.
- Game disc size is 25GB; streams up to 22.5 Megabyte per second
- Consumes 45 to 75 watts of electricity
- Iwata also mentioned that the Wii U uses a GPGPU (General-purpose computing on graphics processing units)

Features

Wii U Gamepad

 

Watch this video to learn everything about Nintendo's newest controller!

Miiverse

 

Miiverse is Nintendo's grand vision for an all-encompassing social network which will cover the Wii U, 3DS and even mobile phones in the near future. Miiverse is the hub of the system, and displays your own collection of Miis as well as those belonging to people you've encountered during gameplay. Also, titles which are popular at the time will be shown in this area, allowing you to see what everyone else is currently playing worldwide.

Miiverse will allow you to communicate directly with other Wii U owners, with a personal 'timeline' where comments can be made, messaging areas to get game help from others, as well as video calls using the GamePad camera and microphone. Nintendo has suggested that some kind of moderation will be in place to ensure offensive comments don't slip through the net. It has been suggested that comments could take as much as 30 minutes to reach their intended destination due to moderation, but it is currently unknown if this limitation will be relaxed when speaking to people who have already confirmed you as a friend.

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Nintendo TVii (US only)

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United States and Canada only, Nintendo TVii is a (free) TV aggregation service that lets you browse content from multiple services, to which you're subscribed such as Netflix and Hulu, Live TV and your DVR/Tivo. You can also comment/chat with your friends whilst watching live TV, via Miiverse and Twitter/Facebook. The Wii U hardware doesn't have Tivo/DVR capabilities built in, so that functionality will only work in this service with separate hardware.

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Watch this video to learn more about TVii!

Wii U Web Browser

- Won't support Flash but H.264 and HTML5
- Supports YouTube videos in HD
- Scroll with your fingers, Stylus or with the gyro sensor
- Has a entertaining curtain feature: show a curtain on the TV while preparing your video on the Gamepad, and when you are ready present your friends dat Brazzers video in the best imaginable way
- Take screenshots from your current game and use them in the Wii U Web Browser (?)

Watch Iwata's short video presentation here! (Japanese)

Accessories

Wii U Microphone

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Wii U Pro Controller (Black/White)

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JAPAN - ¥5,040 USA - $49.99 AUSTRALIA - UK - EU -

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Wii U Gamepad Stand / Cradle Set

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Wii Remote Plus (Black/White/Pink/Blue)

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JAPAN - ¥3,800 USA - AUSTRALIA - UK - EU -

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Nunchuck

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JAPAN - ¥1,800 USA - AUSTRALIA - UK - EU -

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Wii Remote Plus Additional Set

This will be available in Japan and in Europe as far as we know. It contains a Wii Motion Plus remote, a nunchuck and a sensor bar.

* Will add prices later - please PM if you find/found any!

Most Important Announcements

- Nintendo TVii app for Wii U announced
- Wii to Wii U (VC, WiiWare, Mii) transfer details
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 confirmed for Wii U (it's still not quite clear if the game will be rendered at 1080p/60FPS - they Activision reps said that it'll be Full HD, but reps aren't the best sources for technical stuff like that)
- Nintendoland and New Super Mario Bros. U will be available at launch
- MEGATON: Bayonetta 2 will be developed exclusively for Wii U - click and enjoy
- MEGATON: Monster Hunter Tri Ultimate announced for Wii U/3DS
- Xenoblade makers are preparing a brand new IP for Wii U
- Reggie is a fan of Breaking Bad

- No Wii U games support NFC yet, including Skylanders and Rayman (TheVerge)
- Wii U games will cost $59.99 (TheVerge)
- Nintendo Wii U expandable memory explained, TiVO hardware not built in (Engadget)
- Wii U GamePad won't be sold separately at launch (Shacknews)
- Fils-Aime: Wii up to 40 million units in US, Nintendo won't abandon it (Joystiq)

Launch Window Line-Up

Games with next to their name will be available at day 1.

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505 Games
Funky Barn

2K Sports
NBA 2K13

Activision Publishing, Inc.
007™ Legends
Call of Duty®: Black Ops II
TRANSFORMERS PRIME™
Wipeout 3
Skylanders Giants™
Cabela's Dangerous Hunts 2013
Rapala Pro Bass Fishing

Capcom
Monster Hunter™ 3 Ultimate (2013 for US/EU)

D3Publisher
Rise of the Guardians: The Video Game
Ben 10: Omniverse™
Family Party: 30 Great Games Obstacle Arcade

Disney Interactive
Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two

Electronic Arts
Mass Effect™ 3
Madden NFL 13
EA SPORTS™ FIFA Soccer 13

Frozenbyte
Trine 2™: Director's Cut

Gaijin Games
Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien
Majesco Entertainment
Zumba® Fitness Core

Maximum Games
Jett Tailfin™

NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc.
TEKKEN TAG TOURNAMENT™ 2 Wii U Edition
TANK! TANK! TANK!™

Nintendo
Nintendo Land™
New Super Mario Bros.™ U
NINJA GAIDEN™ 3: Razor's Edge
SiNG PARTY™
LEGO® City: Undercover
Wii Fit™ U
Game & Wario™
Pikmin™ 3
The Wonderful 101™

SEGA
Aliens: Colonial Marines™
Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed
Shin'en Nano Assault Neo

Tecmo Koei America Corporation
WARRIORS OROCHI® 3 Hyper

THQ
Darksiders® II
Wheel of Fortune®
JEOPARDY! ®

Two Tribes
Toki Tori 2

Ubisoft
Assassin's Creed® III
Just Dance® 4
Marvel Avengers™: Battle for Earth
Rabbids® Land
Sports Connection™
Your Shape®: Fitness Evolved 2013
ZombiU™
Rayman Legends®

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Scribblenauts™ Unlimited
Game Party Champions
Batman: Arkham City™ Armored Edition

Stuff You Should Check Out!

- New Super Mario Bros. U Trailer
- Nintendoland Trailer
- The Wonderful 101 (P-100) Trailer
- Nano Aussault Neo Trailer
- Bayonetta 2 Announcement Trailer
- Assassin's Creed 3 Trailer
- ZombiU Trailer
- Ninja Gaiden 3 Razor Edition Trailer
- LEGO City Undercover Trailer
- Tekken Tag Tournament 2 Trailer (additional features!)
- There are plenty more new trailers on Nintendo's YouTube page! / Use this nice simple list to finde what you want to see faster!

Nintendo Direct Video Links

- Nintendo Direct Japan
- Nintendo Direct Europe
- Nintendo Direct America