Why I hope Wii motionplus isn't used in too many games.

[steven787]

Me said:

love how everyone still doubts nintendo's businesss plan - they've already stated that games that use balance board controls must include 2 control options just like skate it and SW snowboarding both have balance board as an option - not the mandatory control type.

I see the wii motion being no different than this - it'll just be a deluxe option with tighter controls and if it is supported enough then eventually everyone will have a game that will make them happy to purchase it for.

The reason it's mandatory for Wii Sports 2 is cos you get it free with that game so they're not forcing anyones hand.

Eventually when sales slow and this and the balance board both have an attach rate of 10m+ then a Wii, 2 Wiimotes and nunchucks, 2 motion controllers, a zapper and a balance board is a helluva bundle to have choice to when all peripherals already have decent support but to release them as standard beforehand perceives them as gimmcks in the eyes of some.

I'll be honest, I'm not doubting there business plan as much as I'm not liking it.

Yeah, Nintendo has been a profitable company for the last 20 years, they will continue to be.  But I think by them releasing these packs and peripherals they are pushing gamers wallets a little too far for not enough actual game play-time.  Gamers on Wii, both core and casual are not able to afford as many games; which I think is the key to long term growth.

 

This is more about where Nintendo will be in ten years.