Finally a Wii game worth discussing...Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition! [Archive]

Ponyone

03-30-2007, 04:22 PM

That would be beyond lame...seeing as its March 30th. Are we now turning April Fools Day into a whole weekend thing?

No...RE4 Wii Edition is legit. I'm calling it now.

A lot of people are, actually.

Look at Adult Swim. They've had on air bumpers all week saying they will have the world premiere of the ATHF movie this sunday on cartoon network.

I don't know if it's an actual april fools joke by the website (re4) but every new thing that just popped up around this time and hasn't been heard of before I shall say "April Fools."

People were thinking the new 360 elite was an april fools joke.... nobody chastised them. *shaking my fist in air*

koster

03-30-2007, 04:33 PM

I'm more intrigued by the other title mentioned in that story (Namco Museum Remix). Unless it's going to be a major compilation collection (thirty or forty games), why bother?

Kovacs

03-30-2007, 04:42 PM

If this does turn out to be legit, I can't see myself having anything but total apathy towards it. Even with an extra mode or two, I'd still skip it just like I did the PS2 version because I played this game to fucking death 2 years ago. And motion controls tacked onto a game that wasn't built with them in mind isn't particularly intriguing to me. Give me something new, thanks.

Emuaust

03-30-2007, 05:09 PM

to fucking death 2 years ago. And motion controls tacked onto a game that wasn't built with them in mind isn't particularly intriguing to me. Give me something new, thanks.

Extremly true, Ive played this game to death twice on 2 different platforms,
why the fuck would i want to play it all over again!

Things must be desperate amongst wii fans if there getting excited about a port
of a game they played 2 years ago on the consoles predecessor, Wii = Ports.

heybtbm

03-30-2007, 05:28 PM

Things must be desperate amongst wii fans if there getting excited about a port
of a game they played 2 years ago

I am neither "desparate" or a "wii fan" (worst console purchase ever IMO), but I am excited for this release.

Fact: RE4 is one of the best games ever made. I played the hell out of the GC and PS2 versions in 2005...and had an excellent time doing it. I'm even excited for the PC version coming out in May. A budget price, updated re-release is perfect IMO. Also, remember that this is Capcom, the company who invented re-releases. This shouldn't be too surprising.

Emuaust

03-30-2007, 07:31 PM

what the PC version isnt out there yet?
Ive had it for over a month!

heybtbm

03-30-2007, 07:44 PM

what the PC version isnt out there yet?
Ive had it for over a month!

Nope. It hits the US, May 15th.

Kamino

03-30-2007, 07:47 PM

yay, more recycled crap!!!!!!
Seriously, wii needs something worth playing that is ONLY on wii.
So far I'm seeing very little of this.
/me sticks to his xbox 360.

Richter Belmount

03-30-2007, 07:53 PM

So freakin awesome bif it were true I wondered what it would be like playing the game with the motion sense controllers.

studvicious

03-30-2007, 09:25 PM

Well I for one am looking forward to this. :) I've beaten the game around 10 times now and it still doesn't get old when I play through it. If they add good controls to it (something similar to Zelda I guess) it should be pretty fun.

SaturnFan

03-30-2007, 10:08 PM

Thats Nintendo for you, re-releasing another port of an old played to death game.

icbrkr

03-30-2007, 10:44 PM

Thats Nintendo for you, re-releasing another port of an old played to death game.

Last time I checked RE was a Capcom game...

Did that change?

Ed Oscuro

03-31-2007, 01:20 AM

I am neither "desparate" or a "wii fan" (worst console purchase ever IMO), but I am excited for this release.
I don't get it. More of the same, but with the Wii control system which you apparently dislike (I know I understand that one), but this is going to be exciting?

Well, I suppose it won't be as utterly heart-wrenchingly terrible as the PC release was.

I hope this isn't the "RE on Wii" that had been rumored for a long time. If so...damn them to hell.

Nez

03-31-2007, 06:38 AM

Love RE4, cant imagine playing it again any time soon. Beat all modes on gc version ditto on ps2. Have so much gold its rediculouse. That game has been BEATEN!

jajaja

03-31-2007, 06:45 AM

*delete, posted wrong*

ShenmueFan

03-31-2007, 08:40 AM

Man, I haven't even played Resident Evil 4 yet! I've heard nothing but good things about it and hope to play it sometime in the next few months...

heybtbm

03-31-2007, 09:01 AM

I don't get it. More of the same, but with the Wii control system which you apparently dislike (I know I understand that one), but this is going to be exciting?

There are a limited amount of games that I would be this excited about. RE4 is one of those games. One of my all time favorites.

Well, I suppose it won't be as utterly heart-wrenchingly terrible as the PC release was.

The PC version is heart-wrenchingly terrible?! How so? I know that DMC3 didn't translate well to the PC, I was hoping RE4 would be an exception.

I hope this isn't the "RE on Wii" that had been rumored for a long time. If so...damn them to hell.

This RE4 re-release isn't the one your thinking of. The "exclusive" Wii RE title is called Resident Evil: Umbrella Chronicles.

Captain Wrong

03-31-2007, 10:16 AM

I dunno. If it is indeed true, I think it's a waste of resources that could have been put into something more unique.

Pretty much.

Yay...more ports.

jajaja

04-06-2007, 10:47 AM

Homepage is up:

http://www.capcom.co.jp/wii_bio4/

Worse choice of pic ever haha.

Man: "wow, did you see the way i shot the head off that guy?!"
Woman: "yes, very nice :)"

Thought this was suppose to be a scary game LOL

walrusmonger

04-06-2007, 10:56 AM

Wow, I wonder if this will look any better than the cube version. The game was already perfect, if they just tack on motion sensor features it seems like it'll be a waste.

Joker T

04-06-2007, 12:24 PM

The PC version is heart-wrenchingly terrible?! How so? I know that DMC3 didn't translate well to the PC, I was hoping RE4 would be an exception.

Apparently the one in Europe is an utter mess, no lighting, choppy graphics, bugs, etc.

Ubisoft says the U.S. one will be better, we'll see.

Mad Gear

04-06-2007, 02:30 PM

Apparently the one in Europe is an utter mess, no lighting, choppy graphics, bugs, etc.

Ubisoft says the U.S. one will be better, we'll see.

They even forgot to put the Zombies in ;)

djbeatmongrel

04-06-2007, 02:51 PM

i geuss this is cool. i dont really like RE. am i like the only memeber that enjoys a lot of the wii exclusives?

jajaja

04-06-2007, 03:21 PM

Wow, I wonder if this will look any better than the cube version. The game was already perfect, if they just tack on motion sensor features it seems like it'll be a waste.

I think some textures will be changed to higher resolution. RE4 for GC pushed its hardware pretty much afaik so i dont think the Wii version would look THAT much better, but we'll see. The bonus material that was in the PS2 version will also be included in the Wii version :)

Buyatari

04-06-2007, 03:47 PM

atari_overlord

04-06-2007, 04:14 PM

The wii control system works great with party games but I just can't see it working well with EVERY game. Official Sports games (Madden,Live etc) and fighting games are the worst. RE is one game where it might not work out so bad still I'd rather have a standard controller for this title.

This year was the first time me or any of my friends had purchased a Madden game since 92'(genesis). WHich by the way I still think is the best Madden to date. I really like the controls a lot. Really made the experience more fun for us. I have failed to try a fighter for it yet but I am skeptical.

I already own RE4 for the cube but have failed to finish it as of yet. As much as I hate to purchase games rehashes I think I am all over this one. Start it on the cube and finish it on the wii :)

kainemaxwell

04-06-2007, 08:54 PM

theoakwoody

04-07-2007, 01:21 PM

What's wrong with the wiimote + nunchuck for control? I mean how many buttons do you really need? I'm all about getting back to simpler controls and less buttons. I don't need 14 buttons to play a game.

jajaja

04-07-2007, 01:28 PM

I think many prefer to have a controller that lays good in both your hands, instead of 2 separate parts like the Wii controller got.

Wolfrider31

04-07-2007, 07:16 PM

Wow, my love for the Wii has hit the skids in the last few weeks and it has nothing to do with game shortage, but the fact that the games that are being released are ports. It's like, the Wii has four genres going for it now.

1)DS Ports
2)Other console Ports
3)10 year old classic ports
4)Gamecube ports

I mean, when I think of all the games I like on the Wii I'm left with no Wii games. Zelda (GC port), Trauma Center (DS port), Paper Mario (GC Port), Cooking Mama (DS), Wario Ware (DS - yeah I know its original iteration, but still). Why do I own a Wii again?

jajaja

04-07-2007, 07:36 PM

Super Mario Galaxy, Metroid Prime 3 ana Super Smash Brother Brawl for example :)

Eteric Rice

04-08-2007, 12:32 PM

I think many prefer to have a controller that lays good in both your hands, instead of 2 separate parts like the Wii controller got.

Not me. The split controller lets me spread out a bit, instead of hunched over my PS2 controller.

To each his own, though.

Anyway, I never bought RE4 for the GC or PC, so I'll be getting this one.

slip81

04-08-2007, 12:55 PM

maybe the wii version will controll better, assuming you're allowed to use the remote to aim.

I don't care what anyone says, that tiny c stick was horrible at getting an accurate shot, which to me was a big flaw in a game where getting head shots everytime is almost essential.

jajaja

04-08-2007, 01:46 PM

Not me. The split controller lets me spread out a bit, instead of hunched over my PS2 controller.

To each his own, though.

Anyway, I never bought RE4 for the GC or PC, so I'll be getting this one.

Ye, true that, variates from person to person. I'm not going to say anything before i've tried it myself :)

esquire

04-09-2007, 12:06 AM

yay, more recycled crap!!!!!!
Seriously, wii needs something worth playing that is ONLY on wii.
So far I'm seeing very little of this.
/me sticks to his xbox 360.

Count me in too. I feared this when the Wii came out and everyone was lauding it because of its innovative controller and the "fun factor." The Wii is beginning to become exactly what I thought it would with all of the subpar ports and re-releases. Sure its cheaper than a PS3 or 360, and there a boatload of new releases for it since launch, but this is not what I want to see. This is right up there with the Prince of Persia BS they are pulling on us right now. It's the exact same game that we've already played but now with the gimmicky controls. It seems Capcom is jumping on the bandwagon along with Ubisoft and others by re-releasing a game already developed for the console (Wii = Gamecube+) to make a quick buck.

Why not develop a new game in the series instead? Make something exclusive, or at the very least new. I'm guessing they'll add a new level or some exclusive content to make it look different.

Tron 2.0

04-09-2007, 12:40 AM

Pass i'm sick of capcom pulling this port stunt every time with a RE.

Beside i've played it enough on the GC, think i'll just wait for RE5 insted.

eggwolio

04-09-2007, 03:09 AM

i'm really hoping that they include actual 16x9 support in this one. The gamecube one looked great in progressive scan, but i had to zoom in the TV to have it correctly fill the screen.

Joker T

04-09-2007, 03:27 AM

i'm really hoping that they include actual 16x9 support in this one. The gamecube one looked great in progressive scan, but i had to zoom in the TV to have it correctly fill the screen.

I assume this version will have the 16:9 aspect ratio considering the PS2 version of the game had it and the Wii one has everything else from that version.

heybtbm

04-09-2007, 10:04 AM

I mean, when I think of all the games I like on the Wii I'm left with no Wii games....Paper Mario (GC Port)

Not so fast there...Paper Mario for the Wii was originally intended for the GC, but since early production has been designed for the Wii. You'll understand that fact within a few minutes of playing the game. Don't shortchange this game because of its Gamecube roots.

pragmatic insanester

04-09-2007, 04:37 PM

RE4 isn't the best RE, but that's a thread for a different day. if they add the ps2 content, spice up the graphics for the GC/PS2 contents equally (so some segments of the game won't look prettier than others) AND AND AND add original content - i may purchase it later this year. i'm talking at least 2 new weapons, expanded Merc levels/characters, and maybe like a Luis campaign.

someone on gamefaqs also mentioned a valid option. making a stand-alone Cabin Seige level. the cabin was the best part of the game (aside from the first time you enter the village with your puny pistol). if Capcom threw in the ability to play that any time, with infinite enemies with a time limit or vice versa and having new weapons unlocked as the prize.

so far, i still don't see enough reason to purchase a Wii. i'm waiting to see if Umbrella Chronicles looks decent and for Nintendo to throw in more obscure beat 'em ups into their VC.

heybtbm

05-23-2007, 09:42 AM

Cover art is up...

19 JUNE 2007

http://img511.imageshack.us/img511/5615/re4je8.jpg

RugalSizzler

05-23-2007, 08:45 PM

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RugalSizzler

05-23-2007, 08:46 PM

Why do they need to remake it???? Why don't they just make a directors cut for the GCN and put everything that was removed from the E3 demo and etc stuff like the babies on fire and random bulls eye effects.

Even Conker had bulls eye effects in Multi player mode why not this game tooX_x

You know that song from the South Park where they said dumb de dumb da would do Justice here.......lOLOLOLOL

ALL THEY HAVE TO DO IS GET SHINJI TO MAKE A DIRECTORS CUT EDITION AND MAKE IT PLAYABLE ON THE WII ALSO. It would still be GCN but it would be on the Wii also.......:beaten:

http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/654/blessthismess0977ci0.jpg
Much better. I would have done a WAtermark on the below image but I do not have software setup or time to setup the fonts.

Richter

05-23-2007, 11:05 PM

Why do they need to remake it????
it's a port, not a remake.

diskoboy

06-19-2007, 11:09 PM

I still have yet to ever play the game.

Ever. On any platform.

So those who have played it, and now have the Wii version - Do the Wii's controllers make it any better? Thinking about finally giving it a whirl.

Dangerboy

06-19-2007, 11:41 PM

Game shipped today, will be in stores tomorrow. I have mine on pre-order. Get to pick it AND TF: Wii on same day, huzzah!

Anthony1

06-19-2007, 11:47 PM

I played RE4 on Cube, but I only played like the first 2 levels during a rental. I've always wanted to get it when it hit the bargain bins, but just never got around to it. Now I'm wondering if I should get the Cube verion or the Wii version. I guess I should just rent the Wii version and see.

pragmatic insanester

06-20-2007, 02:02 AM

word on the street

pros:

best graphics
more enemies on the screen due to altered camera
ps2 content gets better visuals
cut scenes are real time again
some people prefer the "innovative" controls

cons:

reloading is harder
bosses are easier to compensate
the colors are inferior to the GC version (GC 24, PS2/Wii 16)
some people doesn't like the "innovative" controls
nothing added to the ps2 version aside from the graphical/control changes

Icarus Moonsight

06-20-2007, 02:16 AM

I'd say to those who haven't played the GC/PS2 versions and have a Wii, picking up RE4: Wii Edition is a no-brainer. :) At $30 for the Wii version your not saving much going with the GC/PS2 game at $20. For those that have played it, it depends on how much you like the game and the Wii controls. If you're like me (only played GC version) there's more reason to buy it than the ppl that played the PS2 one. I'll be looking to snag one but, I can wait for a while.

Cloud121

06-20-2007, 02:33 AM

word on the street

pros:

best graphics
ps2 content gets better visuals

cons:
the colors are inferior to the GC version (GC 24, PS2/Wii 16)

I thought the primary graphical difference between the PS2 and 'Cube version was the 24-bit vs 16-bit color, yet the Wii version uses the 16-bit, and it has the best graphics? How does the PS2 content have better visuals?

DefaultGen

06-20-2007, 02:39 AM

.....

heybtbm

06-20-2007, 09:33 AM

Anyone plan on getting this today? Best Buy/Circuit City/Target should all have it out by 2pm today (Wednesday).

For the first time, I'm actually excited by a Wii game release. This is only my 2nd Wii game (Wii Sports and Wii Play don't count IMO)...believe it or not.

aiko

06-20-2007, 09:56 PM

So those who have played it, and now have the Wii version - Do the Wii's controllers make it any better? Thinking about finally giving it a whirl.

I had never played it either, but I spent one hour playing with the Wiimote and one hour with a Wavebird, and while I'm not really a fan of the gesturing with the Wiimote (you have to shake the remote to break free from bad guys who've grabbed you and in order to pass QTEs -- in other situations, like with reloading and with using the knife, you can press buttons instead of swinging the remote around), aiming by pointing vs. aiming with an analog stick is really no contest.

That said, I'm not entirely enjoying the game -- this is my first console FPS, and not being able to strafe, not being able move and fire at the same time, and not being able to switch weapons without dropping into a menu is a new, and mildly unpleasant, experience for me.

I played RE4 on Cube, but I only played like the first 2 levels during a rental. I've always wanted to get it when it hit the bargain bins, but just never got around to it. Now I'm wondering if I should get the Cube verion or the Wii version. I guess I should just rent the Wii version and see.

Well, the Wii edition can be controlled by a Wavebird/Classic Controller, so if you don't like the Wiimote control scheme, you could ostensibly just treat the Wii Edition as being the Gamecube version with all the extra PS2 content folded in.

zektor

06-20-2007, 11:37 PM

I am absolutely getting this on Friday (payday). I no longer have the cube or the game, and I was in love with it then. Now I have the Wii, it is just a requirement for me :)

Ponyone

06-21-2007, 01:57 AM

quick question... can you use your gamecube save with the new wii edition?

my disk 2 (gamecube) doesn't work, so I'm kind of stuck at the end of disk 1 with nothing to do.

so I was wondering if I can pop this in and it will act as the gc version. Probably not, but who knows.

aiko

06-21-2007, 10:36 AM

quick question... can you use your gamecube save with the new wii edition?

No, you can't. You'd have to start over.

That said, I'm not entirely enjoying the game

I think I'm going to take this back. After spending a couple more hours with the game this morning, the controls are feeling a lot more natural (I think this is largely because I changed it to inverted aim, making the process of knifing people on the ground a lot more efficient) and I'm enjoying the game a good deal more.

heybtbm

06-21-2007, 11:18 AM

Good luck picking up a copy. I was unable to find the game last night in a fairly large mid-size city (Madison, WI). Best Buy sold their 40 copies in less than 5 hours...simply amazing. Toys R Us, Circuit City, Target and Walmart all sold out before 7pm (when I checked). I guess all those new Wii owners were itching for a new game. A classic game priced at $30 is apparently too much for them to pass up.

I think my new strategy for future A-list Wii games is to pre-order. As much as that seems absurd...it may be a necessity in this Wii-frenzy environment. You snooze, you loose I guess.

theoakwoody

06-21-2007, 05:55 PM

zektor

06-21-2007, 10:49 PM

They had at least 20 copies at the Best Buy near my house in the Chicago Suburbs which is always really busy. I showed up around 6 pm and no one was there.

I love how this game always makes you feel frantic like you have to keep moving and watching your back. I can't figure out how to consistently do the "180" move which is my only annoyance.

Same at the Best Buy in NJ I regularly shop at. They had about 20 copies as well....maybe nobody with a Wii expected this round these parts? Glad I got mine :) I also have to say that $30 is the right price. Hope to see more games of this level of quality at this price point in the future.

Icarus Moonsight

06-21-2007, 11:23 PM

Hell, my local Gamecrazy had at least 7 copies today at ~5PM. People in WI must love RE. :)

zektor

06-21-2007, 11:42 PM

Or maybe they're just digging a game that isn't $50, as most are. Although I have found some that were cheaper such as Far Cry ($10 - makes a GREAT beer can coaster!) and MK ($30). But usually, if a game is cheaper at this early point in the console's life, well, it is usually a dog. Not so with RE4. A port, yes. But at least it is a port of a good game :)

zektor

06-22-2007, 08:51 PM

Played this for quite a few hours today. Man, the controls kick ass! Once you have it down (took me about 5 minutes) it is just the best control scheme. The control is just SO much better with the nunchuk & remote as opposed to the gamepad. Even tho I am not a huge fan of FPS games, I can see that control in these types of games on the Wii in the future is just going to be great.

Streetball 21

06-22-2007, 09:56 PM

Picked it up today. There was about 4-5 copies at my local Wal Mart. I wasn't a big fan of the early Resident Evil games. This is one is pretty cool so far, althought I am still early in the game.

diskoboy

06-23-2007, 12:16 AM

Oh, baby!! Why did I hold out on this game for so long!!?? Thirty bucks well spent!!

studvicious

06-23-2007, 11:24 PM

Oh, baby!! Why did I hold out on this game for so long!!?? Thirty bucks well spent!!

Welcome, my friend. You made a VERY good choice. :) RE4 was pretty much one of the best games (if not THE best) of last-gen.

Trumpman

06-24-2007, 12:20 AM

I picked it up. I had the GC version and the controls are so much better. I can't wait to play the Separate Ways game!

alxbly

06-24-2007, 12:36 PM

Darn it. In Europe we have to wait until Friday for this one. Ah well, back to Dead Rising in the mean time.

heybtbm

06-24-2007, 07:19 PM

I was finally able to track down a copy at a Walmart in some hick town we were passing through this weekend. Haven't had a chance to play it yet. Hopefully I will have some time tonight.

This is the fourth version I've purchased of this game (GC, PS2, PC, and now Wii). Not surprisingly, the only other game I have four versions of is Resident Evil 2 (PS2, Dreamcast, N64, and Gamecube). What can I say? It's a great series.