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[Wii] CORE Games of 2009 - The hardcore you've been waiting for(?)
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Welcome to the Wii Core games thread. Though the idea of "core" games is a bit esoteric, this thread is meant to cater towards the broad range of wii games that can be enjoyed beyond the casual audience. It's also a great place to find information about wii games that you may not have known even existed. Use this thread to discuss wii games and wii news that may not merit its own thread but is still worth talking about. Below are two lists; one of the lists details upcoming 2009 games to be excited about, while the other is a long list of highly recommended wii games.
Wii Games of 2009
Deadly Creatures by THQ - February 9, 2009
Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse by Grasshopper Manufacture - TBA 2009
According to several distributers, this game is indeed coming to the states. Watch the great preview below.
Little King Story by Marvelous - February 17, 2009
DO NOT BE FOOLED BY THE GAME'S MARKETING. Well, at least wait until it's actually out to deam it a "kiddy" game as it's being presented. The trailer below may be chock full of adorable, but this game has too strong of a pedigree of developers to ignore.
No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle by Grasshopper Manufacture - TBA 2009
The sequel to what is quickly becoming a cult classic, No More Heroes 2 sees Travis return to ensure the integrity of the series's title.
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The Crystal Bearers by SquareEnix - TBA 2009
There should be a new trailer that releases with the upcoming wii version of FF:CC echoes in time.
Fragile: Farewell Ruins of the Moon by Bandai Namco - TBA 2009
This is one to keep an eye on.
Madworld by Platinum Games - March 10, 2009
Rune Factory Frontier by Marvelous Interactive - March 31, 2009
The Conduit by High Voltage Software - Q2 2009
The horrible artwork is decieving! At least, I hope it is. Now here's some footage:
Sonic and the Black Knight by SEGA - March 10, 2009 (according to IGN)
Dead Rising: Chop Till you Drop by Capcom - February 24, 2009
Not so sure about this one, but we'll see.
Overlord: Dark Legend by Codemasters - TBA 2009
House of the Dead: Overkill by Sega - February 10, 2009
Another Code by Nintendo - TBA 2009
Sin & Punishment 2
The sequel so many of us have been hoping for.
Endless Ocean 2 by Nintendo - TBA 2009
Cosmic Walker by Nintendo - TBA 2009
Spawn Smasher by Nintendo - TBA 2009
Tact of Magic by Nintendo - TBA 2009
Line Attack by Nintendo - TBA 2009
Punch-Out!! by Nintendo - TBA 2009
Another classic returns.
Murumasa: The Demon Blade by Vanillaware - TBA 2009
Klonoa: Door to the Phantomile by Namco - TBA 2009
Monster Hunter: Tri by Capcom - TBA 2009
This is one of the major games to look out for.
Tenchu IV by Acquire - TBA 2009
And don't forget Slash's fantastic list of recommended wii games
Wii Games of 2009
Deadly Creatures by THQ - February 9, 2009
ign wrote:Deadly Creatures is a 3rd person action thriller set amidst a desert world of venomous terror, built exclusively for the Nintendo Wii. Players will control an armored Scorpion and a deadly Tarantula as they fight for survival against Gila monsters, lizards, black widows and many more terrifying creatures. Featuring intuitive motion controls and a deep combo-based combat system, Deadly Creatures is a thrilling mix of brutal creature-crushing action and suspenseful exploration of vast 360 degree desert and man-made environments. Gamers will explore this darkly compelling story through the eyes of two of the world's most deadly creatures.
Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse by Grasshopper Manufacture - TBA 2009
ign wrote:The first Fatal Frame for Wii, this game is a collaborative effort that involves development members from Tecmo, Nintendo and Grasshopper Manufacturer. Key elements for the game are "memory" and "moon," and "mask," and that the image color for the game is yellow. The game will use the Wiimote to make for a unique horror experience.
According to several distributers, this game is indeed coming to the states. Watch the great preview below.
Little King Story by Marvelous - February 17, 2009
ign wrote:As King, players will manage and involve their townspeople in the goals of creating this new territory; enlisting them to dig for treasure, build new buildings and otherwise better their community. Of course, leadership is a two-way street, so as King, players will try to conquer rival nations to create a single unified kingdom, while also granting the requests of townspeople at whim. The game transforms the Wii Remote to a royal scepter and offers players the chance to be the best king in the world!
Little King's Story has an art style that is very 'story-book' in look and a magical fairy tale quality that will intrigue and delight gamers. The storyline, visual look, and lyrical music of Little King’s Story, work in concert to transport players to an interactive, enchanting, fairy tale world. By combining gameplay elements from life-simulation, real-time strategy, and adventure genres, the many aspects of creating a vast kingdom come to life!
DO NOT BE FOOLED BY THE GAME'S MARKETING. Well, at least wait until it's actually out to deam it a "kiddy" game as it's being presented. The trailer below may be chock full of adorable, but this game has too strong of a pedigree of developers to ignore.
No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle by Grasshopper Manufacture - TBA 2009
The sequel to what is quickly becoming a cult classic, No More Heroes 2 sees Travis return to ensure the integrity of the series's title.
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The Crystal Bearers by SquareEnix - TBA 2009
ign wrote:Announced at E3 2005, this Nintendo Wii game is in the works at Square Enix and will feature WiFi components. The game is a sequel to the multiplayer adventure on GameCube, based on the Final Fantasy franchise.
There should be a new trailer that releases with the upcoming wii version of FF:CC echoes in time.
Fragile: Farewell Ruins of the Moon by Bandai Namco - TBA 2009
ign wrote:An RPG from Japanese combo-publisher Namco Bandai. Fragile takes place in the near future, in a world that has lost its population. You play as Seto, a young boy who wanders around, searching through the abandoned cities and facilities of this world, trying to learn the truth behind the disappearance of all the people, and to find someone to keep him company.
The Wiimote is used as an aid in exploration. Seto uses a flashlight to light up his surroundings. You get to use the Wiimote to directly point the flashlight in whatever direction you like. Seto also has a metal detector. Once again, the Wiimote is used to directly operate this device. In addition to exploration, Seto has to deal with ghosts who appear in the ruins. We're not sure how he fights these foes, but it seems that a stick of some form is involved.
This is one to keep an eye on.
Madworld by Platinum Games - March 10, 2009
ign wrote:Madworld is an inventive third-person action game exclusively for Wii. Produced by Atsushi Inaba, MadWorld has a unique black and white style depicting an incredibly sharp backdrop that straddles graphic novels and 3D worlds. As players battle opponents, they must master the use of various weapons and items found within their environment, such as chainsaws and street signs, while entertaining sports commentary adds to the third-person gameplay. With its irreverent humor and over-the-top violence, MadWorld will deliver a unique core gaming experience currently missing on the Wii system.
Rune Factory Frontier by Marvelous Interactive - March 31, 2009
ign wrote:From the creators of Harvest Moon and Rune Factory for the DS comes the first installment of Rune Factory for a home console. In Rune Factory Frontier, you play as Laguna, who's starting life in a completely new land. Your goal is to build up your village in classic Harvest Moon style (Rune Factory is an offshoot of that series), attracting new residents, and eventually earning the affections of some possible marriage targets.
Developed exclusively for Wii, Rune Factory: Frontier features stunning graphics and takes full advantage of the Wii's unique controls to fully immerse players in the Rune Factory universe. Rune Factory: Frontier incorporates an open-ended structure that allows players to choose the type of game they wish to experience. Whether it’s growing crops, expanding the town, fighting (or befriending) monsters or even falling in love, the experience is unique to each player.
The Conduit by High Voltage Software - Q2 2009
ign wrote:Washington D.C. finds itself the epicenter of an extraterrestrial attack and it's up to gamers, as the secret service's Agent Ford, to discover the truth hidden behind the invasion.
The horrible artwork is decieving! At least, I hope it is. Now here's some footage:
Sonic and the Black Knight by SEGA - March 10, 2009 (according to IGN)
ign wrote:Sonic & The Black Knight brings Sonic into the world of Arthurian legend and offers the worlds most infamous blue hedgehog the chance to become a knight. Using the unique Wii control system, this exciting game will take advantage of both the Wii Remote and the Nunchuk to offer an interactive experience that any Sonic fans will love.
Created by Sonic Team in Japan, this innovative game takes Sonic into a medieval world and arms him with a sword to aid in his effort to save the day. Sonic and the Black Knight will provide Sonic fans with an irresistible cast of characters and teach them all what it takes to be a true hero and the ultimate knight. With a series of missions taking place in stunning Arthurian-inspired locations, Sonic and the Black Knight promises to offer a fast-paced adventure that gamers of all ages will enjoy.
Dead Rising: Chop Till you Drop by Capcom - February 24, 2009
ign wrote:Dead Rising: Chop Till You Drop delivers a more immersive, intuitive and interactive experience as players use the Wii Remote to shoot, slash and bludgeon their way through a zombie infested shopping mall, fighting for survival.
The game follows the harrowing tale of Frank West, an overly zealous freelance journalist on a hunt for the scoop of a lifetime. In pursuit of a juicy lead, he makes his way to the small suburban town of Willamette only to find that it has become overrun by zombies. Frank escapes to the local shopping mall, thinking it will be a bastion of safety but it turns out to be anything but. It will be a true struggle to survive the endless stream of enemies, but players will have full reign of a realistic shopping center and its varied stores offering an endless supply of real and makeshift weapons to fight off the flesh-hungry mob. If Frank is running low on health he can pay a visit to one of the many restaurants or cafes for a meal in order to restore his energy and continue the fight. It's a brutal fight, but with no end in sight to this zombie onslaught, Frank bides his time by messing around with a variety of comedic costumes and making use of improvised and sometimes highly ineffective weapons such as a toy sword or a football.
Not so sure about this one, but we'll see.
Overlord: Dark Legend by Codemasters - TBA 2009
ign wrote:Set in a time before the original game, players take the role of a new young Overlord. As he revels in command of the Minions, our trainee tyrant will be able to take his growing pains out on the local fairy tale inhabitants as he protects his castle and lands. Connecting players to the game world in three dimensions, the use of the Wii Remote gives unprecedented control over the minions. For example, individual Minions can be plucked from the horde, held by the neck and then, by vigorously shaking the Wii Remote, throttled to imbue him with some Overlordly power and turn him into a manic minion missile. With a now-explosive body, the insane little critter can be guided into enemies with hilarious, if rather fatal, consequences.
House of the Dead: Overkill by Sega - February 10, 2009
ign wrote:The House of the Dead: Overkkill takes place as Special Agent G – the hero of The House Of The Dead series – is given his first assignment fresh out of the AMS academy. Teamed up with hard-boiled Detective Washington, they are sent to investigate stories of mysterious disappearances in small-town Louisiana. Little do they know what blood-soaked mutant depravity awaits them in the streets and swamps of Bayou City...
Another Code by Nintendo - TBA 2009
Sin & Punishment 2
The sequel so many of us have been hoping for.
Endless Ocean 2 by Nintendo - TBA 2009
Cosmic Walker by Nintendo - TBA 2009
Spawn Smasher by Nintendo - TBA 2009
Tact of Magic by Nintendo - TBA 2009
Line Attack by Nintendo - TBA 2009
Punch-Out!! by Nintendo - TBA 2009
Another classic returns.
Murumasa: The Demon Blade by Vanillaware - TBA 2009
ign wrote:Based on ancient Japanese lore, Murumasa: The Demon Blade plunges players into the mystical Genroku era, ruled by the skilled shogun Tsunayoshi Tokogawa. But this culture is threatened; Tokogawa's thirst for power leads to a conflict over the enormously powerful, though cursed, Demon Blades. Used in hatred, drenched in blood, the cursed blades condemn those who use them to tragedy, madness, and untimely deaths. As chaos spreads, denizens from the netherworld breach their realm as these malevolent swords summon evil spirits - and the Dragon and Demon Gods as well.
Featuring hand-drawn 2D art reflecting the heritage and tone of the storyline, Muramasa: The Demon Blade transports players into a little known mythology, envisioned by the creators of the critically acclaimed Odin Sphere. Players take on the role of a male ninja or female kunoichi, utilizing their ninja prowess to traverse the clever side-scrolling levels that feature vertical progression as well as the traditional horizontal stage advancement.
Klonoa: Door to the Phantomile by Namco - TBA 2009
ign wrote:Why is that people cannot remember their dreams? It is because the energy from dreams is collected in the Moon Kingdom where it is given substance. This rule was broken when Klonoa, a cat-like creature with wings on his ears, dreams that an airship crashes violently into a hill and a mysterious shadow hangs over the wreckage. When the dream comes true, Klonoa and his friend Huepow go to investigate. You take control of Klonoa as he travels through a dozen levels of action. As luck would have it, Klonoa will encounter a number of enemies who want to stop him. Fortunately, Klonoa can grab enemies and use them as weapons to destroy other bad guys, or throw them to the ground and propel himself upward. Besides grabbing enemies, Klonoa can also pump up larger enemies and make them explode.
Remade for the Wii with enhanced graphics and other improvements, now is your chance to help discover the reason for the dream in Klonoa: Door to Phantomile.
Monster Hunter: Tri by Capcom - TBA 2009
This is one of the major games to look out for.
Tenchu IV by Acquire - TBA 2009
ign wrote:Tenchu 4: Art of the Ninja uses the Wii Remote to fight, dash, jump and kill like a true ninja. Players will continue the saga of Rikimaru and Ayame, elite ninjas who must use their lethal skills to keep the peace in feudal Japan. Playing as both stealthy Rikimaru and aggressive and acrobatic Ayame, players experience the thrilling adventure of being the ultimate ninja.
And don't forget Slash's fantastic list of recommended wii games
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Boo-urns.
Sorry about that. I wrote it all out and exported it here. I messed up a few places :P but it should be all good now
Also, you've got Punch-Out in the OP twice.
The Conduit- I could be more exceited about it if the games art didnt look so... boring.
Nice to see some intresting RPGS on their way.
Also there is something about little kings story that looks like it will be fun.
Line Attack is also in there twice.
Thanks. Fixed
It'd be hard to make more terrible art for the Conduit.
great op
speaking of which, anyone playing the wii version want to be friends?
I wonder when the website for NMH2 will launch. I really loved the website and its weekly updates for NMH1. I am really overjoyed that NMH is getting a sequel.
Its a shame too because the actual engine looks amazing. Nice reflections, shading and lighting all around. But it looks like a concept that was regected in the mid 90's.
I will probably still get it though as the game play does look somewhat fun. And the hardcore FPS genre on the wii needs some serious love.
If im not mistakin', Rigi said this game will never come out in NA.
I'm also definitively up for No More Heroes 2, tough I pray to God they will fix Santa Destroy, either by making it fun to explore or not bothering at all with an overworld.
Fragile: Farewell Ruins of the Moon
Madworld
Another Code
Muramasa: The Demon Blade
Klonoa: Door to Phantomile
Monster Hunter 3
I'm interested in all these, so Wii already has a solid enough lineup for me this year.
I'm pissed that we're not getting Disaster: Day of Crisis, and I'd like to say that I'm looking forward to Punch-Out, but the screens don't fill me with hope.
take fragile for instance, we know nothing about the game except that it looks pretty. everyone whos getting excited about it seriously feels really desperated to me.
the only real killer ap on the wii right now is monster hunter 3, the problem with that is that i played MH1 for about an hour and really despised it to the bone, never got all the hype about that franchise.
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This is quite a broad selection to be throwing this at. None of them look remotely interesting? If so, can you name maybe ten games you've enjoyed in the past five years? Also, one of them is Klonoa, already proven to be an amazing game.
Also, I have seen literally no screens for Fragile (still haven't watched that embedded trailer, even). The idea alone sounds cool to me, and that's why I'm looking forward to it.
And trust me, there are plenty of killer aps already on the Wii. Sorry if they're not your killer app.
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Obviously none of us will really know whether any of these games are any good before actually playing them, but how is that different with any other game on any other console? Off the top of my head, I know for a fact that you can find gameplay impressions on fragile, rune factory, muramasa, the conduit, deadly creatures, house of the dead, fatal frame, and tenchu IV. Just because I didn't post every bit of info doesn't mean it's not out there.
Seriously though, why come in this thread and say this? You say that people looking forward to Fragile sound desperate (I'm assuming you mean 'desperate for good Wii games'), but you come off as someone desperate for the Wii to not have good games.
Looking forward to Fragile, Rune Factory, and the inevitable next game in the first party Zelda/Mario/Metriod cycle. They'd better announce one soon though, it's been a while since Brawl.
Don't be so quick to underestimate the Suda.
I fucking hated roaming around the town, it dragged down the entire game for me. The HUD is probably the worst I've ever seen, as well.
I enjoyed the HUD, but if it was just a tiny bit bigger, it would have been so much easier to read. I'm pretty sure the buried treasure dots were exactly one pixel. My eyes are not that good, dammit.
I quite liked the HUD, but I agree with the first sentiment. I have faith, however, that more will be done with this in the sequel.
Also, Oneechanbara is coming out for the Wii this year, I think.
The game with the cowgirl zombie slayer.
In the US.
I can't believe it either.
About those Nintendo games no-one's heard about (Line Attack, Cosmic Walker etc.) Do we actually know anything about these games? Also, I totally ordered Disaster: Day of Crisis. B-Movie hilarity here I come!
Recently, I think Mad World might be going too far.
I thought this as well.
It's all about Madworld for me so far.
Is Monster Hunter basically Pokemon without the kiddie asthetic? I really know nothing about that series.
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Or consider that it's a direct translation of the Japanese title and direct translations of Japanese stuff often seem weird.
Terribly offtopic but in this vein just today I saw a van covered with pictures of living mushrooms, It was basically a motor enabled bill board for The Spore Wars, And on the back the words "We take drugs to make the world seem normal."
Mabye they are counting on refuge in audacity to save them from jail time.
On topic. I'm wondering if there are any must check sites for updates as to the progress of upcoming wii games, most of my info comes from here and I wouldnt mind broadening my sources a bit.
Then again, roughly 75% of the games that come out of Japan suffer from this same problem, so maybe it's just some bizarre naming convention.
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