I think Nintendo will become conservative next gen. After all, if it isn´t broken why fix it? So they will probably create an advanced version of the Wii. HD resolution, Wireless M+ nunchuck and M+ Wiimote. It will be cheap, healthy, family centered, cooperative and inclusive. It will be fully retrocompatible and the online service will be improved. Even though they will still be focused on games, (some of them weird, those some people call non-games) they may scratch the multimedia living room market (music and video) as an obvious included feature for a console.
Microsoft and Sony are going to have to options: to be similar to Nintendo (mii too) or to differenciate from it (go after the hardcore or traditional gamers market).
Next-gen will be interesting. I hope Nintendo don't become arrogant. And being Microsoft and Sony bigger corporations they will sure bet a lot of money in the next round of the console wars. I also hope they understand that the most important thing are the innovation in games. Upgrading the machines when you are not the leader is just not enough. Actually, if you only do that and go way too far you are going to have another PS3, great machine but way too expensive. In few words: Microsoft and Sony must choose a marketing strategy in relation to Nintendo and create real innovations in the games.
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