Im not really fond of pre orders and first month sales. Just look at GTA IV I even argue with some HD console fans here that the game will be stagnant. And now look at what happened.
Im sorry if Im harsh but I think core gaming sites should stay away from NSMB. Its not for core gamers they should hyped COD 12 and Halo 6 more.(I included the spinoffs and console ports)
end of core gaming days prediction:
E3 2006-The beginning of the end. Wii introduced
E3 2008- Armageddon. Wii motion plus introduced. Wii Music. Reggie says Animal crossing was a core game. Massive disappointment. many Wii core gamers selling their Wii.
E3 2010- Tape runs out
http://www.fivedoves.com/letters/march2009/ICG_Tape_runs_out.jpg