Wii-U: No "system based" voice chat

[KeptoKnight]

IGN FORUM:  Nintendo has instead opted to allow developers to include the feature on a game-by-game basis. In a strange move, however, the GamePad's built-in mic will apparently not be the default source for voice chat.The publisher revealed that gamers will likely have to turn to third-party options to find headsets with built-in mics, and then plug those accessories into the Pad itself.

Obmoc • a day ago • parent:

I think this is because devs are pushing for more control. They are moving away from the closed Live system where MS is king and want to implement their own control. The future is Steam, Online, Origin, Uplay, COD Elite, etc.. Devs want to be able to monitor their games 24/7, push updates, focus on security, etc.. Atleast N has developed a platform that gives the devs the hardware and options to include the stuff we gamer's believe is standard. Now devs can implement there own goals, challenges, achievements, and rewards systems in their own online service. The can implement their own voice chat features for their games. I think this is a win for all. A closed system with standards was good for gamers. I think an open system will push innovation and be good for gamers and developers."


SuperNosidda89 • a day ago • parent:

"I agree with you 100%. The Wii U looks to me like a very open system that gives developer control, and that could be one of the reasons why developers love the Wii U so much. It's like PC, it's an open platform where you can game however you want. You can use all kinds of different services like Steam, Origin, Uplay, or whatever fits your needs, and voice chat on PC can be done in many ways and whatever you decide to use is based on what you prefer. Developer control and gamer control. For example, I choose to use Steam even though there are many other options on PC, and even though Steam includes a built in voice chat, I use Skype due to better sound quality. Wii U looks to be a similar type of open platform, which will promote better development and better control for what the gamer wants."

I do agree with the suspected approach.