Ars Technica: Sony and the "ten-year" console: a look at the argument

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Words Of Wisdom said:
Silly Atari people.

The NES' lifespan was 1983 - 2007. 10 year plans are for wimps.

More important than support is the steady release of games. What was the last year the NES saw a steady release of games (say, at least 4 games per month)?