People
1. Remember that NO ONE thought the Revolution (now the Wii) would sell very well. There were cries that Nintendo should get out of the console market and concentrate on handhelds and software less than two years ago.
2. If production has increased 2-3 times, it is really tough to make the case that Nintendo has "dropped the ball." You can say that they did not see the magnitude of the success of the Wii coming -- but name me two people who did.
3. Compare the Wii to any other system, its first-year demand is unprecedented. It is the "hot item" for a second Christmas/holiday shopping season.
3a. The last item that might have had that status were Cabbage Patch Dolls a quarter century ago. Then they overproduced, no one wanted them, and the company evenutally went under for that and other reasons (the ADAM didn't help Coleco either. Ironically, they are now produced by Mattel, a one-time competitor of Coleco in the video game wars).
4. Remember civility. I am seeing less of that in some posts. And it seems as if those who are posting in that manner have very low post counts. That means they may be newcomers from other places. In that case, Welcome. But also note that this place is known for its relatively civil discussions -- compared to the rest of the web.
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 |
