Japanese gaming major, Nintendo has launched its new Wii U GamePad that comes with the latest near-field communications reader.

The device features a 6.2-inch touch-sensitive screen and an independent infrared remote control for television, according to Nintendo President Satoru Iwata. The near-field technology, which is mainly used or wireless payment transfers, will allow the gaming device to read and write data from cards and figures.

Iwata said, "Some people will wonder if Wii U is a simple evolution of Wii or something entirely different. I think maybe the correct answer is both."

The GamePad also comes with motion and gyro sensors for detecting movements. It also comes with a two stick-form devices instead of 3DS-like circle pads. Iwata also pointed out that the devices will feature Miiverse, which is a social-networking platform that allows players to create their own Mii avatars.

The screen shows games and applications while the TV show s a list of games and the Mii avatars playing those games. This creates a "Miiverse" for users, which is a combination of Mii and universe, he explained. Gamers can simply cumminicate with each other using text messages but they can also write messages by hand for other players.