Seriously, Nintendo is not THAT Important

[Mythmaker1]

RolStoppable said:

Mythmaker1 said:

My opinion afterward mostly resembles what it was before. I have a newfound respect for their cultural significance, but in the end they are a largely successful company that produces largely fantastic games. I don't think they define the video game industry in the same way other companies can be said to define their own, but they are the most visible presence in that community.

So while I won't deny they've had a strong impact on gaming then and now, I'm not comfortable with the idea of putting them, or any company in the industry, on a pedestal.

Fair enough, but are you still opposed to others putting them on a pedestal?

By the way, I've looked up the definition of the phrase and aside from the definition I am familiar with ("better than others"), there was also one that implied perfection. Makes me wonder if everyone in this thread is on the same page.

There does seem to be some disgreement among definitions. The way I've always understand the terms (and which I see most often used) is that you consider something to be better than others, with the implication that it is beyond reproach or criticism. Basically, to idolize it.

With that definition in mind, I don't think people should put them on a pedestal.