The facts in the article are generally correct. However, the slant/angle of the story is what is wrong.
The problem is not just Nintendo -- it is industry-wide right now. The economic malaise has wreaked havoc on a lot of items.
Also, there are other truths out there that have been pointed out that have been missed -- like the planned releases for the holiday season. (And they are on the European release calendar for 4th quarter: http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/pdf/2009/090731e.pdf)
Basically, there seems to me a very strong anti-Wii bias in the UK among those involved in technology there.
Finally, as for some of the other comments. The Wii has almost doubled its expected lifetime sales of all the analysts had predicted before its release. Many journalists don't know everything about what they are writing. And time will tell how many Wii units are sold, including if it reaches PS2 heights.
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 |
