Dragon Quest can help change the perception of Japanese software companies on the fence.
Regardless of what some people like to think/say, they still represent a large segment of the industry. (It is also correct that there are more people in other places doing games.)
Anything that causes the Wii to be taken "more seriously" is important. DQ 8 sold 1M outside of Japan -- so it is nothing to sneeze at as far as sales potential. (And the North American sales for the spin-off on the Wii were 50% of the Japanese sales, again not bad -- European numbers are not available).
Thus, overall this is significant -- though probably not as seismic as some are making it out to be.
Mike from Morgantown
 I am Mario.I like to jump around, and would lead a fairly serene and aimless existence if it weren't for my friends always getting into trouble. I love to help out, even when it puts me at risk. I seem to make friends with people who just can't stay out of trouble. Wii Friend Code: 1624 6601 1126 1492 NNID: Mike_INTV |
