I have a Wii U - General Discussion.

Aidonin wrote: »

Has anyone's gamepad become horribly creaky/clicky? I'm really trying to ignore it, but everytime i pick the thing up it just makes these horrible sounds like it wasn't put together properly at all . Nollag, that's really **** that yours has just broke completely. I suppose i should be greatful mine is still functioning. Send that back to nintendo at once. I had to deal with their customer service the other week when my wii u bricked. Horrible service to deal with. The average time it took for them to respond to my emails was a week.

http://www.nintendoservicecentre.co.uk/repairs
They had live chat and I even got to leave them a message about how I won't be buying anything on the eshop until they stop respecting idiotic German laws.
I put the box in the post Sunday, kinda weird to see an empty post office. I guess nobody knew they were open Sunday for Christmas.

The clicking is normal though.
It's the stylus and some of the movement sensors inside.

Aidonin wrote: »

The rattling is indeed normal, but the pad i have clicks when you press on it. Like if you were clicking something into place. The front facing of it seems loose or something. I dunno, i suppose i'll just have to live with it, but it is annoying considering the price of the thing.

Also i had a massive dispute with them about getting back the downloaded content on my old wii u. They told me straight up that i would not be getting it back and wouldn't be receiving a refund. I told them that was not enough considering how other services deal with downloaded content. I got no response to that.

Yeah, they didn't really think things through.
The NNID is locked to the console and they probably don't have a transfer tool made yet.
Your upad problem sounds like a manufacturing one. I'd send it back just before the warranty ran out

I heard some retailers in the UK are selling upads separately, anyone doing this here?

Well Xenoblade Chronicles is one of the best JRPGs you'll ever play, looks great for the Wii as well.

MonkstownHoop wrote: »

at €380+ is this really worth it?

Yes

Nintendo is like Loreal

We are worth it

CiDeRmAn wrote: »

Where on earth can I get one of those?
The Wii U refuses to link to the interweb despite finding the network device.
I am most frustrated.
I may call to Maplins and get their 25 euro usb/lan adapter, some generic ones work while others don't, certainly Kerbs Apple lan to usb dongle is giving me no joy.

You could try entering you Wifi details manually and/or change your wireless security to just WPA2-PSK(AES)(if it's set on WEP).

There are many solutions on the WWW.Here is one.........

1. Go into connection types, Hit "Manual Configuration"



2. Input your SSID



3. Input the correct security type, this is key.



4. Put your password in properly



5. For ip address "Do not auto obtain".



6. open up cmd in your computer, type in ipconfig



7. Now input that ip address but add 10 to the last number so "192.168.0.1" will be entered as "192.168.0.11"



8. Enter the rest of your info inside such as subnet mask and default gateway exactly as you see it in your ipconfig.



9. Now hit next, hit configure now for your DNS. When asked about DNS hit "Dont auto obtain".



10. For the first server put in 8.8.8.8



11. For the second server put in 8.8.4.4



12. Hit Next, when asked about a proxy hit no proxy



13. Leave mtu as the default



14. it should work, if not check the ip and that it is the internet ip + 10. Good luck

Oh and when it asks for Gateway just put in your router's address...192.168.whatever the rest of your address finishes with.

On the Wii Lan adapter you can buy one online in Ireland HERE. Hope this helps you out.

EnterNow wrote: »

I've DHCP turned off in my router & everything on the lan gets a static address, still no joy. The lan adapter worked first time & was much quicker

I've never had any issues connecting my Wii U wireless or wired,worked straight
out of the box.I've got a linksys router.I was just trying to help out the other guy.There are many solutions to the Wii U's wireless issues people are having,I just suggested one or two possible solutions.

Regarding the Lan Adapter,yes it's a more direct connectivity solution.But because the Wii U is not optimized for lan,it is not(at the moment)a faster solution for data transfer up or down.
If your router has a DHCP reservation table(for manual input),I'd suggest leaving DHCP switched on.

EnterNow wrote: »

Have you any source for that? I dunno how you can claim that given the wild variations in peoples wireless speed/quality. The usb lan adapter blew the wireless speed away for me anyway.



It depends on the user really, I do a fair bit of ftp work & the UPC router I have has no reservation table therefore a static IP system works a treat for me. Never had any hassle with using a static model

A. No I don't have any source for the lan stats,I have seen on various boards/forums people come to the same conclusion.I've made my own assumption through transfer tests of my own.If i recall you have wireless issues
with the Wii U and your network,I don't think you can fairly state the lan adapter blew your wireless speed away.

B. Everything depends on the user......I only posted some helpful solutions for another member to try out.There are solutions for the UPC router to work with the wireless on the Wii U.I'm not liking the tone of your reply to my trying to be helpful posts.If you want to have some kind of debate,I'm
not interested.

bazzz wrote: »

But because the Wii U is not optimized for lan,it is not(at the moment)a faster solution for data transfer up or down.

No disrespect Bazzz but there's no such thing as "optimized for LAN".
I'm in IT for about twelve years so I know what I'm talking about here but the most likely issue with the router is a port forwarding issue. I'll see if I can look into it after my festivities but I won't have one of these wonderful machines until March so bear with me.

Hope you're enjoying yours though; I'm well jealous of you lot here

smokingman wrote: »

No disrespect Bazzz but there's no such thing as "optimized for LAN".
I'm in IT for about twelve years so I know what I'm talking about here but the most likely issue with the router is a port forwarding issue. I'll see if I can look into it after my festivities but I won't have one of these wonderful machines until March so bear with me.

Hope you're enjoying yours though; I'm well jealous of you lot here

Well looks like everyone is jumping on the bandwagon with this point I made.But I'm not offended.You work in IT,that covers a wide spectrum....no disrespect!I believe you can optimize for lan,through hardware and software.Why the need to get involved here,I'm not having a go at you.
But to come on and state how many years experience yo have in "IT" is a bit OTT.
OK I give up now:rolleyes:

EnterNow wrote: »

I made sure and double checked that, I've port forwarding enabled & its working away so it wasn't the issue in my case anyway. And your just jealous of all the network config/tinkering arn't you....

I've my network locked down pretty well and for a lot of online wii games, they used non-standard ports for communication. Not a big deal adding it to an allow list in iptables but had to find out for myself what ports it was trying.

....and yes, I'm well jealous of even tinkering with system settings - damn you and your WiiU gluttony sir, damn you to Zebes!

Ok that's enough of that....EnterNow.You seem to be turning the tables a bit here.I'll debate if I feel the need to debate and boards.ie is more than just a platform for debate.So just calm yourself down a bit.I'm not here to argue with people,just usually try help.
Now hopefully the thread will get back on topic.

EnterNow wrote: »

Honestly man, I've no idea what on earth your talking about. You stated something as fact, that wasn't fact. End of story if you ask me. But yeah, lets get the thread back on topic!

Ok back on topic after 30mins last night trying to connect to upc router finally got it going and left my console update over night. Can't wait to finish work to see what this thing is like, so busy opening kids prezzies I didn't get a chance to open my own

EnterNow wrote: »

"Failed to contact server. Please try again"

¬_¬ Three times (!!!) while doing the update for me, and twice while downloading Trine 2. >_<

Happy xmas all, Back on Topic
Been away for 2 months in Asia, so finally back last week and got spent time with Wii U.
Killed me waiting as huge Nintendo Fanboy But least got play it a euroexpo.

Got Mario for 46e in heathrow and Wii U ZombiU in HMV for 380e, nice saving as 415e now.
Had zero issues with the system update, it flew on my 8MB line.

Pros:
- Screen - That screen is stellar, love playing on GamePad. feels HD even though it isnt.
- Buttons - Love the layout Buttons, its comfortable for long periods, hands cramp after while normal controllers.
- Wii browser & YouTube & netflix - YouTube is its best feature, use it daily, people love it when show them.
- Miiverse rocks and people help within few minutes, Great Job tendo!
- ZombiU Love it!!! Mario good, and just got COD BLOPS 2. Must get Nintendoland soon.
- Size -Love how small it is & Quite, easy to unplug and bring to mates house or upstairs and such.

Cons:
- Audio: Why oh Why didnt ye pay for DTS\Dolby Sound, Just get us pay 10e extra and I will...
This is by far my biggest issue, ye kicking Sony\360 ass if not for this on Media side.
Ill have get new AV receiver just to get Surround sound via LPCM, Tendo that sucks!!
- Slow Loading is huge issue, but like it fixed.
- Cant easily turn of Screen,pain in the butt,double press of a Button would solve this, sort this ASAP.
- Demos: Hate 10 Retries for Fifa Demo, wish mim 30, but they need bring in Sales, so least there are Demos.
- Time to announce More Games! E3 too far off. Not a lot to look fwd too. Whats coming Summer and Nov 2013?
- NintendoTVii - get Sky app please for 2013!!



All in All I am chuffed with it bar that stupid Audio options,
it really doesnt help Wii U win over some PS360 folks... Which is a shame with all AAA Titles Wii U can now support.

Kev

I think the demo issue is down to EA more than Nintendo; I'm pretty sure it's the publisher that sets the limit. The Rayman Legends demo limit is 30. Oh yeah, if you haven't played it yet, download it now! It's awesome, especially the Black Betty level. can't wait for the full game.

Loving the other games as well. I may end up setting a record for number of deaths in ZombiU (they may run out of characters for me to play as by the end ) but it's really good. The atmosphere in the game is incredible imo. Mario is great as well, although the squirrel power-up is probably my least favourite of it's type. I wish they'd bring back the cape .

Nintendo Land has been good fun as well, thanks to being able to play it with my sister (who gets really competitive). She's been obsessed with the 3ds she got as well, so it's definitely been a Nintendo Christmas in this house.

kevin2me wrote: »

Haha and who says Nintendo are dead... Still bringing so much to households.
Im actually looking fwd to getting back to Skyward sword and Galaxy 2 yet, Never have time to play. But Yes Rayman great, its actually a lot better i found with 2 when played it at EuroExpo. Love Black betty

Ya its DEV choice but Nintendo should made demo a Min of 20 I think.
Really want Fifa or proEvo but hold off for next update next year.

As For ZombiU, I died in first 15 seconds crapping myself all the way so far, only few hours into it. Best buzz if had in ages with a game.

Yeah, I think 10 is definitely too few, especially for a game like Fifa where there's no story mode and it's different every time. I'd definitely say wait till next year, though; it's just Fifa 12 with fewer game modes this year

Oh this is great. Himself had been playing Mario bros all morning on the game pad while I watch a film about a nun. Everyone is happy!

CiDeRmAn wrote: »

I am finding the whole experience with the WiiU very unpleasant, turning the Nintendo console from a pure gaming pleasure into a multi media mess, with forced updates and dodgy wifi links.
I was never a tremendous fan of the Gamecube design but at least the only thing you have to do to play Metroid Prime is to unbox a new machine, pop in a memory card, the game disk and off you got to gaming nirvana.
Now it wants updates, emails, manually inputted ip details, so much stuff, at this rate we'll be dropping into Nintendo blood, urine, stool and, where applicable, a sperm sample, just post in your underpants to save time!

I felt that way the first 2 days alright. But once I had it all sorted it's been smooth enough for me.

Corholio wrote: »

Been loving the Wii U myself, didn't have a single problem with the updates, took as expected really. Super Mario Bros. takes a while to get going but it get's really great the further you get, there really is something special about being able to play on tv and then switch seamlessly to the gamepad and that superb screen. Arkham is great and I'm glad I hadn't played it up until now, playing it on the gamepad with headphones is a different but compelling experience, especially with the radio updates.

The browser is a joy to behold and find myself almost using it more than my laptop for general browsing. Miiverse is strangely fascinating and a refreshing approach to the online console arena, it'll be interesting to see where Nintendo goes with it. Yes it's had its problems but there is so much potential, gaming wise and otherwise, to the Wii U. I'm sure Nintendo will react to the problems theres been so far and have fixes etc. in upcoming updates.

Same here. No probs with updates so far. The option to play on the pad is a gift in my house. One of my kids wanted to play mario at the same time as the other wanted to watch Garfield so there was an easy fix. Just a bit miffed I havent had time to explore it yet.

CiDeRmAn wrote: »

I'm dying to give the media streaming feature a try, I have a feeling it'll be buffer city but we'll see.

Do you mean native streaming via DNLA or stuff like Netflix?