ThisIsTheGirl wrote:Fonix, a company that makes voice-recognition software, announced that they are teaming up with the Wii. I'm mentioning this because it has already been mooted as a possible feature in the next Grande Rojo Potter Wii game, i.e., they may release some kind of wand peripheral which will be both a Wiimote AND a microphone for you to cast spells like "Silencio" or "In Utero" or "Wizard", or whatever the hell it may be....
CeeBeeUK wrote:Received RE:4 today and am fighting through the village.
I haven't played RE since number 1 on the PS.
I gave up on that when I lent the PS to a stoner mate and he and his brother wiped my memory card! Bastards, it still hurts!
I like this version, the controls were confusing at first, but soon become second nature. Although, being a PC FPS bod, I miss strafing too Bob.
Between this and HP:OotP, I may be Wiiing for some time to come!
MonkeyM666 wrote:Big spender! Well you'll get the blueray and all the extra stuff so it's not a bad idea if you want an all in one. I’m still tempted by Sony's great beast.
If you were playing the Wii with who I think you were I'm sure that he must have bulked up from constant Wii'ing.. it's all in the trainingI remember how knackered I was when I played the Eyetoy... man doing that, drinking and jumping around isn't a good combo.
Monza is supposed to look amazing so that's going to extremes with vision quality comparisons but I can imagine the difference. This may be a silly question for you Tape, as you were just visiting a friend but I'll ask the others in here. What video outputs do use? I've seen some video that shows that the S-video out improves the video quality quite dramatically (I think that it was an S-video).
MonkeyM666 wrote:So is there a Mic in the Wiimote or will it be an addon? Also, and this is something I've been meaning to ask for a while, how's the speaker in the Wiimote?? Early reviews stated that it was a bit useless and tinny.
ThisIsTheGirl wrote:MonkeyM666 wrote:I'd love one of you tech-heads to explain the difference between progressive, interlaced, 50Hz, 60Hz, EDTV, HDTV, and all the damn numbers for me. All I know is that the component cable from my Wii significantly improves the colour and shading on games like RE: 4, but like I say, it also makes some faint horizontal lines scroll from top to bottom - so I presume there's something wrong with the cable. I also know that when I play Gears on my TV thru a component cable, the image quality is unbelievably good, so I think it is HD, but not as good as using an HDMI cable (or so I'm told)
kid on an escalator wrote:component > s-video > composite
And Wii can only output 480p while the 360 and PS3 can output up to 1080p. To be able to get 480p and upwards you'll need a component cable. It is vastly better than using composite. So get the component cables for Wii and put it to EDTV/HDTV in the menu.
But yeah read that stuff monkey posted if you really want to learn it all.
godzillasushi wrote:kid on an escalator wrote:component > s-video > composite
And Wii can only output 480p while the 360 and PS3 can output up to 1080p. To be able to get 480p and upwards you'll need a component cable. It is vastly better than using composite. So get the component cables for Wii and put it to EDTV/HDTV in the menu.
But yeah read that stuff monkey posted if you really want to learn it all.
You are a vast wasteland of knowledge....FYI.
ThisIsTheGirl wrote:Monorail: to be honest, I haven't needed to use the knife much. I'm not sure exactly what context you're trying to use it in, but if you just want to open boxes without having to shoot them - try shaking your Wiimote when you're facing the boxes. Leon will quickly lash out with the dagger and can take out up to 3 boxes in one go with this method....
kid on an escalator wrote:You can use the A button instead of waggling the wiimote when you are holding down C. Might be easier.
kid on an escalator wrote:component > s-video > composite
And Wii can only output 480p while the 360 and PS3 can output up to 1080p. To be able to get 480p and upwards you'll need a component cable. It is vastly better than using composite. So get the component cables for Wii and put it to EDTV/HDTV in the menu.
But yeah read that stuff monkey posted if you really want to learn it all.
tapehead wrote:kid on an escalator wrote:EDTV
Bwahahaha! I'm pretty sure a marketing department made that one up. Well not really, but it's such a mid-step up hybrid most people dont have a tv or projector to take advatage of it.
tapehead wrote:kid on an escalator wrote:EDTV
Bwahahaha! I'm pretty sure a marketing department made that one up. Well not really, but it's such a mid-step up hybrid most people dont have a tv or projector to take advatage of it.
tapehead wrote:unless your have a monitor or projector that can properly display the de-interlaced output.
ThisIsTheGirl wrote:tapehead wrote:unles s your have a monitor or projector that can properly display the de-interlaced output.
See, now I'm confused again. Maybe this is a problem with my TV, rather than the cable? All I know is that my TV claims to be HD-enabled, and that when I ran my Wii thru component and selected the EDTV option, games like RE: 4 looked a helluva lot better - but the improvement was ruined by these BLOODY BLACK LINES!![]()
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tapehead wrote:Sounds like it's possibly an issue with the progressive scan (presuming they are both Pal region hardware) - I'm sure if your box is HD capable, it must be able to output the image - maybe it has a switch-able 'progressive' mode? If not, the cable is next logical thing to look at.
MonkeyM666 wrote: Because HD-Ready tellys doesn't have a HD tuner inbuilt so they don't have an HD input. Your actual TV tube is HD but the TV signal isn't. Know what I mean?
So if you're plugging in a 360 with HD outputs it'll be fine and dandy and it'll look pretty damned sweet. I'll only be getting an HD-Ready TV when I buy my next one because full signal SD TV is more then I need to watch the news and such.
ThisIsTheGirl wrote:I think we're all basically singing from the same hymnsheet, but Tape's singing in Latin, Monkey in Greek, and I'm just mumbling random words while shuffling about in a pool of my own feculence...
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - July 5, 2007 - Watch out sports fans, the playing field has been leveled! Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) has made it easier for players of all ages and skill levels to play its most popular EA SPORTS games on the Wii through the all-new EA SPORTS Family Play style of gameplay. Debuting in the Wii versions of Madden NFL 08, NBA LIVE 08 and FIFA Soccer 08, EA SPORTS Family Play is a new way to play that enables players of all abilities to play with their friends and family without a competitive disadvantage. Advanced controls are also available for more experienced players, providing two compelling ways to play, and ensuring everyone can enjoy playing EA SPORTS games on the Wii together.
In the main game of Madden NFL 08, NBA LIVE 08 and FIFA Soccer 08, players have the choice to play the style that best suits their skills. When entering a contest, players now have the option to choose Advanced or Family Play. Once in the game, Advanced users take complete control of all aspects of the gameplay through intuitive Wii gestures using both the Nunchuk and Wii remote. EA SPORTS Family Play offers a simplified control system using just the Wii remote that enables novice players to focus on having fun while the console does the rest. With the Wii remote in hand, players control key actions - such as shooting, passing, snapping, and throwing - while the console controls the rest. It's like having an invisible helper on your team. Plus, as novice players gain confidence in their ability they can gradually begin to use Advanced controls simply by plugging in the Nunchuk. It's that easy.
"EA SPORTS Family Play on the Wii creates an incredibly accessible and user-friendly experience that the whole family will enjoy," said Dave McCarthy, Executive Producer for the three games developed at EA Canada. "While many fans love to control every piece of the action, novice players can have just as much fun jumping in to throw a touchdown pass, nail a three pointer or take a shot on goal. Family Play brings together fans of all ages to enjoy playing EA SPORTS games, and even let's them ease in to Advanced play if they desire."
The following three EA SPORTS games feature EA SPORTS Family Play:
Madden NFL 08 on the Wii
Anyone can play like a pro in Madden NFL 08, whether a new user or a long time fan. Play with only the Wii remote with EA SPORTS Family Play or use the Wii remote and nunchuck for more advanced controls; the decision is yours. Featuring an all-new Party Mode, play trivia or chose from 22 different mini-games. Break down plays and highlight key moments with all-new Madden NFL 08 telestrator. Bring the game online, play head to head with friends and keep up to date with the live sports ticker for the ultimate online experience.
NBA LIVE 08 on the Wii
When the game is on the line and the ball is in your hands, what will you do? Will you penetrate the lane and rise above the rim for a monster slam, or find an opening around the perimeter and sink the game-winning basket? Jump in on the NBA action with EA SPORTS Family Play that gives every user the opportunity to enjoy success in NBA LIVE 08. You control your team's shooting, passing, and steals on defense with the Wii remote, and leave the rest up to the AI. If you're already a pro, use both the Wii remote and nunchuck for more advanced controls.
FIFA Soccer 08 on the Wii
The whole family can play FIFA Soccer 08 with a flick of the wrist. Play the traditional and authentic way or in a new party mode called Footii Party with Ronaldinho where you can play Juggling, Table Soccer or Boot It with your own Mii characters to unlock a customized Ronaldinho character to take on the champ. The in-game Soccer Academy makes it easy to learn the basic and FreeMotion advanced controls in more than 30 interactive tutorials, or let the game give you an assist with EA SPORTS Family Play. EA's award-winning Interactive Leagues online play is also featured.
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