To say the Wii is not as powerful as the other two console because Nintendo "could not compete" with MS and Sony is wrong, in my opinion. This is how I see the events leading up to Wii.
Nintendo realized there is a relatively small number of "core" gamers out there, and all 3 console makers are trying to get their business. If all three make similar consoles, there are only so many "core" gamers to go around. Nintendo decided to go after people that either do not game anymore, or never gamed. That is a big untapped market that are mostly intimidated by the high tech consoles with the million button controllers. However, how to get these people interested? It has to be affordable, it has to look easy to play, and it has to have a "hook" that can not be found on any other console. Whether you like the Wii or not, you have to admit it was a stroke of genius. Gaming has never been more mainstream. MS and Sony should thank Nintendo. Many of the new gamers that start off with just a Wii have branched out to try the others as well. More gamers is good for all console manufacturers.
In the absence of evidence to the contrary, always assume you have the upper hand.
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