ComputerSpaceFan Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 All these rumors about Nintendo dropping the WiiU and working on Fusion is reminding me very much of Sega's missteps with the 32X, CD, the Saturn, and the Dreamcast.But then again, Nintendo is not Sega. Can Nintendo "do" what Sega "didn't" (to reverse the old ad campaign)?I'm not big on the details of the last days of Sega's console manufacturing. It seems to me they threw too many add-ons and new consoles into the market too rapidly and they lost consumer confidence.So it would seem to me that Nintendo are following in Sega's footsteps if they drop WiiU (and apparently 3DS) and make this new Fusion thing.Granted Nintendo have giant piles of gold to keep them afloat for a long time, something Sega didn't have (I think?) back in the 90's. So this is not an easy comparison to make.Is anyone here an expert of that period of console history? Can someone tell me how Nintendo Fusion is different from Sega Saturn?I'm not flaming any fanboy wars here, I'm seeking historical knowledge from those who lived it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenegg Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I'll tell you exactly how they differ. Nintendo Fusion is an internet rumour and nothing more, while the Sega Saturn was a real console. There really isn't anything to compare. Don't believe everything you read on the internet. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldSchoolRetroGamer Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Nintendo FUSION? Yeah I hear it is coming out around the same time as DREAMCAST 2 ! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqyEhVwl2MI Yes a little 3D modeling skill combined with fanboy dreams are a dangerous thing lol. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rex Dart Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 The new handheld may turn out to be true, but the new console? Those specs are hokum, pal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
godslabrat Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Even if it is true, it would take at least two years to put something on store shelves. That's two years that Nintendo would still have to support the Wii-U since they'd have nothing else otherwise. Wii-U isn't going anywhere. Nintendo's in too deep to stop now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falconhood Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 (edited) Nintendo FUSION? Yeah I hear it is coming out around the same time as DREAMCAST 2 ! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqyEhVwl2MI Yes a little 3D modeling skill combined with fanboy dreams are a dangerous thing lol. wow! They should make it play all eras of optical media, from Sega CD, 32X CD, Saturn, DC, and beyond! That's good news to see Sega back in the game! WOW!!! I read online (did a little google searching) and it is backward compatible to ever previous system. I thought it would be since the images included many different CD formats. Question, it didn't appear to have a rom cart port...is there a hidden one on it? I need to find the thread for this and read-up, instead of hi-jacking this thread. Edited January 23, 2014 by Falconhood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rex Dart Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akator Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Wii. Wii U. Fusion. One of these names is not like the other. One of the names doesn't belong. Fusion... a name that would make too much sense for a game console, therefore it is very unlikely that Nintendo would use it even as a development monicker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austin Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 If they are developing anything, my guess would be it's the next iteration of their handheld line. Or yet another remodeling of the 3DS (because, you know, they seemingly have to have a new model/revision out every other year or so). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nerf Herder73 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Nothing but rumors and fan wishes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vic George 2K3 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Why is the Fusion (which is most likely a rumor at this point) being compared to the Saturn when it should be compared to the Dreamcast? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Gemintronic Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Finally, we've run out of real systems to start Internet fights with! Enjoy the peace brothers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Algus Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Wii. Wii U. Fusion. One of these names is not like the other. One of the names doesn't belong. Fusion... a name that would make too much sense for a game console, therefore it is very unlikely that Nintendo would use it even as a development monicker. No, they always give their consoles cool codenamed and idiotic release names so it fits the pattern: Nintendo Dolphin = Gamecube Nintendo Revolution = Wii 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Gemintronic Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 No, they always give their consoles cool codenamed and idiotic release names so it fits the pattern: Nintendo Dolphin = Gamecube Nintendo Revolution = Wii I dunno. I thought: Virtual Boy = RedEye was quite appropriate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinks Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 Werewolf VS Sasquatch?? Wth are ya boys talking about?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+save2600 Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 If this were true and Nintendo cared about righting wrongs, they should offer Wii U owners a massive trade in allowance or discount toward their new system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akator Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 If this were true and Nintendo cared about righting wrongs, they should offer Wii U owners a massive trade in allowance or discount toward their new system. You funny Make more jokes, yes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGameCollector Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 This rumor was probably made by Xbox and Playstation fanboys to shake up Nintendo fanboys. Nothing more. Now go back to classic gaming where it doesn't matter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austin Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Now go back to classic gaming where it doesn't matter. Genesis does what Nintendon't. ...You were saying? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+save2600 Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 You funny Make more jokes, yes? Thanks, I'll be here all week! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mord Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 If they are developing anything, my guess would be it's the next iteration of their handheld line. Or yet another remodeling of the 3DS (because, you know, they seemingly have to have a new model/revision out every other year or so). Indeed, I expect them to have a 2DS XL at some point this year if you go by their usual pattern. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinks Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Indeed, I expect them to have a 2DS XL at some point this year if you go by their usual pattern. No shit Dick Tracy!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xDragonWarrior Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 wow! They should make it play all eras of optical media, from Sega CD, 32X CD, Saturn, DC, and beyond! That's good news to see Sega back in the game! WOW!!! I read online (did a little google searching) and it is backward compatible to ever previous system. I thought it would be since the images included many different CD formats. Question, it didn't appear to have a rom cart port...is there a hidden one on it? I need to find the thread for this and read-up, instead of hi-jacking this thread. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
godslabrat Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 I don't know why I didn't think of this sooner. All Nintendo has to do to have another successful system is to name the Wii-U's successor "Dreamcast 2". 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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