It might be a more general market test for Rockstar, but I think the bottom line is that this is a game concept that was A) portable from the PS2 codebase and B) really intriguing and controversial with motion controls.
I'm assuming the game was in development for the PS2 before they decided to do an upgraded Wii version and release it simultaneously - since the original Manhunt was on PS2 I don't think that's a big stretch, but I appreciate that the Wii version is meant to be the definitive one. The kills are just non-interactive cutscenes on the PS2, so the Wii version is a significant step up in gameplay.
I don't think the success or failure of Manhunt 2 has much direct bearing on any possible GTA-Wii project. However, if it does much better than expected it could certainly accelerate the development of more M-rated Wii titles and encourage adoption of the platform by self-proclaimed "hardcore" gamers.
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