Why I do not like the Revolution Controller.

I copied this from the same thread I made over at NSider.

This is strictly my opinion. My opinion will differ from many of yours.

I grew up with the standard X Y B A setup. I remember at 2 when I picked up the SNES controller for the first time. It was very comfortable. Fit my tiny hands perfectly. It was simplistic.

I wish Nintendo had just stuck with tradition. I had no problem with the other controllers. I do have a problem with this new one. I'm not sure why, but the Revo controller looks very hard to use to me.

Some of you will say "Then just use the shell n00b!". We don't even know if the shell will be packaged with the Revolution. We may need to dish out another $30 for it. There's also the possibility of more shells coming out, which we will need to buy.

If Nintendo had stuck with tradition then they'd be fine. There wasn't a problem with the "old" controllers.

This move will hurt Nintendo more than help.

I will purchase a Revolution. I'm just not sure if I'll like it.

COMMENCE FLAMING!

I personally don't think it will ruin them, and they are better off this way than with a normal controller. Because if they had had done the same thing again then it would be the gamecube all over again. It would have nothing special about it and no one would give a crap about it. With the rev controller it gives it innovation more possibilities and will make up for the lack of power and graphics when it comes to comparing it to PS3 or 360. My one and only concern about the controller is that some people might not have enough room to use it. Say you have a small room and when you go to swing Link's sword or something you end up hitting a wall. Byut otherwise I like it.

Originally Posted by Freedom G

I personally don't think it will ruin them, and they are better off this way than with a normal controller. Because if they had had done the same thing again then it would be the gamecube all over again. It would have nothing special about it and no one would give a crap about it. With the rev controller it gives it innovation more possibilities and will make up for the lack of power and graphics when it comes to comparing it to PS3 or 360. My one and only concern about the controller is that some people might not have enough room to use it. Say you have a small room and when you go to swing Link's sword or something you end up hitting a wall. Byut otherwise I like it.

Or they could pull a Microsoft and make good games with good graphics.

That's sure to get them some attention.

No, let's not commence flaming. Yes, it's true that this is your opinion and this is the place to discuss the upcoming Revolution controller. But, wouldn't such an opinion about how it would hand/feel and how it would do market wise, be better off to be discussed when the Revolution and it's controler has been released?

This is basicaly a judging a book by it's cover stlye of topic, which is fine,(With out massive flamming of conflicting opinions) but I cannot judge the Revolution controler right now. It's such a new concept, that I cannot imagine how it would fit me right now. I'm also guessing that large amount of people probably feel the same way as well, but meh.

Ok, so I will throw out a opinion... World wide, it will do fine and I will probably get along with it. : )

Originally Posted by ProtoLink

No, let's not commence flaming. Yes, it's true that this is your opinion and this is the place to discuss the upcoming Revution controler. But, wouldn't such an opinion about how it would hand/feel and how it would do market wise, be better off to be discussed when the Revolution and it's controler has been released?

This is basicaly a judging a book by it's cover stlye of topic, which is fine,(With out massive flamming of conflicting opinions) but I cannot judge the Revolution controler right now. It's such a new concept, that I cannot imagine how it would fit me right now. I'm also guessing that large amount of people probably feel the same way as well, but meh.

Ok, so I will throw out a opinion... World wide, it will do fine and I will probably get along with it. : )

I'm just forming an opinion out of the things I've observed...

Yeah, why would it ruin them in any way? Of course they're going to have a "traditional" controller included or have all games that are compatible with it. They know it's a big step in a new direction and they're going to back themselves up.

I for one applaud Nintendo. They're going outside the box, taking that extra step, putting in that extra effort to make it stand out. And I bet you anything that Microsoft or Sony will end up pulling off something like them in the future.

Open up a little, don't be so pessimistic. Nintendo knows what they're doing and they're not going to let us down. Jeez, I don't see why people are worrying so much about it.

Originally Posted by Kat

Yeah, why would it ruin them in any way? Of course they're going to have a "traditional" controller included or have all games that are compatible with it. They know it's a big step in a new direction and they're going to back themselves up.

I for one applaud Nintendo. They're going outside the box, taking that extra step, putting in that extra effort to make it stand out. And I bet you anything that Microsoft or Sony will end up pulling off something like them in the future.

Open up a little, don't be so pessimistic. Nintendo knows what they're doing and they're not going to let us down. Jeez, I don't see why people are worrying so much about it.

Because it turns people away. Like I said, this is an opinion.

Originally Posted by Jsnake

I'm just forming an opinion out of the things I've observed...

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Hmmm, did you by chance read any of my post?

Originally Posted by Jsnake

Yes, it's true that this is your opinion and this is the place to discuss the upcoming Revolution controller.

Of coarse it's your opinion and I respect that. If you where to read my post, you would see that I, myself, had come here and givin my general opinion to the discussion at hand and the Revolution controler itself.

But anyways, we should let the others get this back on track... :0

Originally Posted by ProtoLink

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Hmmm, did you by chance read any of my post?




Of coarse it's your opinion and I respect that. If you where to read my post, you would see that I, myself, had come here and givin my general opinion to the discussion at hand and the Revolution controler itself.

But anyways, we should let the others get this back on track... :0

Yes. I did read your post.

I realize you were giving an opinion. I was just saying something about your opinion.

It doesn't make any sense why someone thinks the controller will hurt Nintendo. There hasn't been a single third-party company that has disliked it yet. Every last gaming developer loves the thing.

Konami bringing Silent Hill 5 to Revo and another exclusive title, Ubisoft making an exclusive shooter for a launch title, Capcom possibly creating an exclusive Resident Evil game specifically for the controller. What does that little info already tell you? This thing's a great piece of gaming.

Also, you gotta remember, not every single game and every last one of its aspect is going to use the controller in a funky manner. I can assure you that a good deal of the time, probably more than half, that you'll simply be using the analog stick to move and press the buttons on the remote normally to play, no aiming and shooting, no moving it around to play.

Nintendo isn't making it mandatory to use the REmote, obviously. They're trying to please everyone.

This debate has been beaten to death. Really, all anyone has to offer is their own personal opinion of whether or not they will like it. When the DS was first announced, it was incredibly poorly received. No one had any faith at all that a two-screened handheld would be remotely useful. To this day, the DS is mostly ignored by the "hardcore" gaming population. However, this has not stopped it from being a success. This new market of "casual" gamers is exactly what Nintendo is aiming for. So, if you feel alienated by Nintendo's actions, that's totally understandable. Nintendo is changing its market.
Next generation, if you want to have a massive, online fragfest of squad-based hyper-realistic tactical action, get an Xbox 360. If you want slow-paced, thoughtful roleplaying or story-driven gaming, get a PS3. If you want fun, pick-up-and-play addicting gameplay, the Revolution is the console of choice. I know what I'm getting.

they made the controller to give you a great experience, this feature will help make all ages able to play, imagine a golf game,conducting a band and playing tennis, and plus for other games you can get an add on for very cheap that looks exactly like gamecube controllers.

None of us are sure we will like it. None of us have touched it, nor do we know everything it can do.

Open up a little, don't be so pessimistic. Nintendo knows what they're doing and they're not going to let us down. Jeez, I don't see why people are worrying so much about it.

AHAHAHAHAHAHA! That's a good one!

Reality check: Nintendo as a first party has screwed up and done more retarded things than I can name.

I don't understand how anyone can have perfect confidence in Nintendo.

Nintendo is ran by morons. they're the only company I can truely say beat THEMSELVES for thier competitors.

Originally Posted by Tigerboi

None of us are sure we will like it. None of us have touched it, nor do we know everything it can do.



AHAHAHAHAHAHA! That's a good one!

Reality check: Nintendo as a first party has screwed up and done more retarded things than I can name.

I don't understand how anyone can have perfect confidence in Nintendo.

Nintendo is ran by morons. they're the only company I can truely say beat THEMSELVES for thier competitors.

is that why most of the games people talk about are produced for nintendos consoles.
to name a few, i wouldnt think some famous games wouldn't be produced for a retarded industry..

zelda
mario
banjo kazooie
pokemon

The only retarded thing they have done is make something original, xbox and ps have the same games as each other while nintendo produces there own. if thats retarded than i guess everyones life is retarded too.

I have perfect confidence in nintendo because they can produce a console which is cheaper than the rest, not focusing on graphics and is able to allow all ages to play.

The reason why Nintendo is coming up with the Revolution controller is because they feel the games industry is stagnant and people are losing interest.

I have no urge to buy any console games that are out right now. The only thing holding my interest in gaming at all is the new Zelda, which has yet to materialise. For people like me, change is good, because it is very possible the new controller will rekindle some interest in video games...and likely more than just the next generation machine with better graphics. As far as I see it, Nintendo is the only one making real progress in really improving games outside of the presentation area.

Of course, the new controller is not for everyone. However, Nintendo is releasing a controller shell that will operate the same way as any other, and still allow for the new functionality the Revolution controller will provide. I suggest that you try out the thing and see if you like it before you make your verdict. You may be surprised. I haven't seen or used it myself, of course, but I have a little more faith in it than you. Don't be quite so quick to judge something you have yet to even lay eyes upon or see in action. If you still don't like it, then that's fair enough, and the XBox 360 and Playstation 3 are bound to be great consoles once they really get going. Hell, the Revolution might even be worth buying for the Virtual Console feature alone.

Originally Posted by Jsnake

I wish Nintendo had just stuck with tradition. I had no problem with the other controllers. I do have a problem with this new one. I'm not sure why, but the Revo controller looks very hard to use to me.

Well the reason why they didn't stick with tradition because they wanted everyone to start "on the same page". Imagine if the Revolution's shell was going to be the controller, that means that anyone that has ever held an N64 controller or (better yet) a Gamecube controller would feel right at home, and would have no trouble picking it up and start playing. Like I said before "on the same page", Nintendo wanted to make something that will sorta unfamiliarize with everybody. No gaming market has used a motion sensor, Nintendo will be the first. So anyone that hasn't picked up a Nintendo controller, they won't feel all too intimidated because the controller looks like a regular TV controller (this is how Nintendo is trying to attract newcomers).

Newcomers: Will be attracted by the "TV remote controll" and the simplicity of the motion detector (it goes left, your character goes left. Makes sence)

Fans: May feel a little skeptical, but they will either try it, not like it and buy the shell, or not like it and go to a different company.

Hardcore fans (such as myself): Will buy it no matter what. I would have bought the Virtual Boy when I was younger...but I had no moolah (now that I think of it, I'm glad I didn't).

Collectors: You know these kind of people. They buy all three consoles so they can "be with the times".

Originally Posted by Goron_Centurion

I have heard you can just buy a normal controller similar to Gamecube for those who prefer it however this controller could be the next revolution in gaming

That's the "shell" we are also talking about. Read the posts above.

Originally Posted by HisBrother

is that why most of the games people talk about are produced for nintendos consoles.
to name a few, i wouldnt think some famous games wouldn't be produced for a retarded industry..

zelda
mario
banjo kazooie
pokemon

Holy crap. I'm sorry. You're right. Nintendo does have good first party support.

Wait a second...

I never said they didn't.

By the way, Rare has the Banjo lic and Pokemon XD couldn't have sold more than five copies world wide. You could've used much better examples. (I.E., Metroid, F-zero)

I LIKE NINTENDO. but they're freaking morons. They've continuesly been known for outcasting third parties (which has been thier problem for years now up until recently.) and stubbornly refuse to follow suit.

"Gamers don't care about online play! They're not interested in the idea of having endless challenges! Instead of paying 50 bucks a year for xbox live, spend well over 200 dollars and get into our crappy GBA connectivity! They WANT to pay that kind of money to do pointless things, like give Samus her metroid fusion suit in Metroid Prime!"

"Disc format sucks! Third party developers want to pay alot of money to develop for our consoles!"


"No, rockstar, you can not publish your million selling GTA series on the gamecube. Take your mounds of money somewhere else!"

(one year later)

"Holy crap, what have we been doing to ourselves! quick! Allow anything to be developed for the gamecube and drop the price!"

The only retarded thing they have done is make something original, xbox and ps have the same games as each other while nintendo produces there own. if thats retarded than i guess everyones life is retarded too.

....what? I'm going to assume that you're trying to say that Sony and Microsoft lack well knwon first party games (which is hilariously untrue) and the the GCN just has bunch of orginality that's so orginal it's orginality is original.

For a while ALL THREE systems shared just about every multi-console game that came out. Why has it been stripped down to Ps2 ad Xbox now? Because third parties don't want to develop for the GCN anymore.... because it's selling horribly. Make sense? It'd be a waste of money to develop for the GCN right now. So, in conclusion, the fact that the Xbox and Ps2 share alot of third party games that the GCN doesn't have is anything but a good sign for Nintendo.

I have perfect confidence in nintendo because they can produce a console which is cheaper than the rest, not focusing on graphics and is able to allow all ages to play.

they also produced the virtual boy and crash snes.

Hey, but Nintendo was resposible for at least ONE great post SNES home console...

...the PS1. DON'T SHOOT!

As far as the REVmote goes, I'm really anxious to see what else it can do. I hope it's as good as everyone makes it out to be.