Zucas said:
Of course that's a given. What's your point. Actually makes the other points silly considering if they wanted our money they would please us because not pleasing us would bring in less money. I think Ninty understands that business model pretty well. Which is why they keep releasing products for its loyal fanbase.
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You make a good point and that's generally true unless a certain condition is met. If a company believes it can do better by focusing on a different market segment than their traditional segment then there is less incentive to focus on the loyal fanbase. If the other market segment is large enough then there may be no incentive to cater for the traditional market. Does this sound familar?
Clearly some Nintendo fans are unhappy, whilst others remain happy. Both are entitled to their opinion. Nintendo has moved focus towards other market segments and it has proven very successful for them. But naturally with any change there are some people who are alienated - and the success of the Wii is no exception. However, while Nintendo owes their fanbase nothing, their fanbase owes Nintendo nothing and therefore it is quite acceptable for them to voice their annoyance, their frustration and their anger in any reasonable and legal fashion. I think it is a reach to suggest that Nintendo has been unfairly treated thus far.
