DevilRising said:
There are people who are going to buy an Xbox no matter how shitty the new one is, or people who are so brand loyal to Playstation that they would never consider getting a Nintendo console (at least a home console). IE there are people who, for whatever their reasons, just aren't going to buy a Nintendo system. I think having the GamePad concept, while also retaining the ability to use the Wiimote for certain games, was the right move. It gives you everything, regular controller, DS type functionality, Wiimote game functionality. You have the works for Wii U. It provides a more broad range to attract a broader range of potential buyers. Because as I said, there are some "hardcore" gamers that Nintendo is simply never going to convince to buy their console instead of the compeition. End of story. |
The N64 sold 33 million units. I don't see the Wii U going anywhere near that. Right now, it is barely moving any units. A competitive system in terms of specs, would have at least secured some third party support. Along with their exclusive 1st party line up, Nintendo would stand a chance. As it is now, they are struggling to sell a million/year. It couldn't possibly get any worse.