The WiiU console has taken a back seat in this announcement, leaving the limelight for its controller which features a 6.2-inch touch screen. “Adding a second screen to the living room creates a multitude of new video game experiences while offering families a variety of options to customize their entertainment,” said Nintendo.<\/p>\n
In single-player games the WiiU controller can display information on its screen that does not appear on the main gaming screen or TV. The information and viewpoint can also change in the new controller based on the orientation of its gyroscope.<\/p>\n
In multiplayer games the player using the new controller can have a different experience than those looking at the TV. “This will offer a wide variety of competitive and cooperative opportunities,” said Nintendo.<\/p>\n
In addition to the 6.2-inch screen, the new controller also features an accelerometer and a gyroscope, a rumble feature, an inward-facing camera, a microphone and speakers. The features add to the classic controller button scheme – two analogue circle pads, +Control Pad, A\/B\/X\/Y buttons, L\/R buttons and ZL\/ZR buttons.<\/p>\n
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Backwards compatibility<\/strong><\/p>\n Each Wii U console will be partnered with a new controller and can also use up to four additional Wii Remote or Wii Remote Plus controllers. The system is also backward compatible and can play all Wii games and use all Wii accessories. “Developers worldwide are already working on new games and experiences for the console,” said Nintendo.<\/p>\n “Wii U redefines the structure of home entertainment by fundamentally changing how the TV, the game console and the Internet function and interact together,” said Nintendo President Satoru Iwata. “The experience enabled by Wii U and the new controller takes players deeper into their games, while reaching out wider than ever before to be inviting to all kinds of gamers.”<\/p>\n Hardware specs<\/strong><\/p>\n Dimensions<\/span><\/p>\n 46mm x 172mm x 268mm<\/p>\n New Controller<\/span><\/p>\n 6.2-inch, 16:9 touch screen. Rechargeable. Other Controllers<\/span><\/p>\n Wiimote (or Wiimote plus) – can have up to four connected simultaneously. Compatible with all Wii controller and input devices, including Balance Wii Board, Classic Controller, Classic Controller Pro and Nunchuck.<\/p>\n CPU<\/span><\/p>\n Multi core processor based off IBM Power series<\/p>\n Capacity<\/span><\/p>\n In addition to built-in flash memory, memory can be expanded through SD card and external USB drives<\/p>\n Media<\/span><\/p>\n Uses 12cm high density optical disc meant for the new hardware. Can also use Wii 12cm optical discs. (There is no mention about the capacity of the new discs.)<\/p>\n Video Output<\/span><\/p>\n 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i. ![\"Nintendo](\"\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nintendo_WiiU_Console_961557537.jpg\" "\\"Nintendo")
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Includes power button, two slide pads, Home button, d-pad, A\/B\/X\/Y buttons, L\/R buttons, ZL\/ZR buttons, accelerometer, gyro sensor, rumble feature, camera, mic, speaker, sensor, touch pen.<\/p>\n
Compatible with HDMI, component, D, S-video and composite cables.<\/p>\n