Nintendo’s new console called Wii U, first details

Nintendo’s next console will be named Wii U. They also showed off a really innovative new controller for the system.

Here’s the specs of the system:

• High definition display, up to 1080p resolution via HDMI output
• 6.2″ touchscreen on New Controller, running in non-HD resolution
• Internal flash-based media storage, upgradeable via USB and SD carts
• Games ship on proprietary iDensity discs of unspecified, but “large capacity”
• Games will also be available as downloadable content
• Console compatible with Wii games and devices
• Release date between April 1, 2012 to December 31, 2012; or after the end of Nintendo’s fiscal year

No release window or any other information yet.