List of differences between Zelda Wiii U and Switch
We've known for some time that the Wii U and Switch versions of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild would essentially be the same game. Some changes do exist, however, and now we know what they are.
According to the list, which was provided to GameSpot by Nintendo, both versions "offer the same content" and have a framerate of 30 FPS. The Special edition and Master edition are both Switch exclusives, while the disc-based Wii U version requires a 3 GB installation, as recently reported
Both launch on the same day, March 3.
Both have a frame rate of 30 FPS.
Both versions of the game offer the same content.
On a TV, the Nintendo Switch version of the game renders in 900p while the Wii U version renders in 720p.
The Nintendo Switch version has higher-quality environmental sounds. As a result, the sound of steps, water, grass, etc. are more realistic and enhance the game's open-air feel.
The physical copy of the Wii U version will require 3 GB of available memory on the Wii U system or an external drive.
Some icons, such as on-screen buttons, differ between the two versions.
A Special Edition and Master Edition of the Wii U version are not available.
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Another odd thing is they said its not meant to replace the 3DS. I'm taking this time to beef up my Wii U collection with everyone selling off to buy the Switch. Picked up a copy of Xenoblade Chronicles X for $25 now just need Tropical Freeze, Twilight Princess, and Captain Toad. Also grabbed a Pro controller as I hate playing with the tablet.
Was going to get one but the $399 price point and pretty lackluster launch lineup will probably cause me to wait until the inevitable bundle with Super Mario Odyssey comes out.
With Zelda also available on Wii U there is no real game that means you "Need" to upgrade to a Switch at launch.
Why so much money? It looks like a 3rd party Xbox One controller.
The pro controller has gyro controls, rumble and an NFC reader (Amiibo). Most importantly - and unlike many XBox One controller models - it comes with a battery built in. Unlike a PS4 controller, the battery lasts. The claim is up to 40 hours.
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The pro controller has gyro controls, rumble and an NFC reader (Amiibo). Most importantly - and unlike many XBox One controller models - it comes with a battery built in. Unlike a PS4 controller, the battery lasts. The claim is up to 40 hours.
If it legitimately lasts 40 hours I would say $90 is worth it. I hate having to always be conscious of controller charge with the PS4 controllers.
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