While I don't disagree with your assumptions, I would like to note that a very big difference in MK8 as compared to say SM3DW was actually in how it was presented and marketed by Nintendo.
MK8 had its own well done ND
SM3DW was part of a larger, less interesting ND.
MK8 had numerous TV and print commercials that showed the game in a good fun light
SM3DW made the game look kiddy/girly/boring. Later commercials post-release were better but far inbetween and no print/add/store stuff.
MK8 had a great bundle at launch that was also heavily advertised.
SM3DW had no bundle at all or any launch promotion.
I think we'll see MK8 style marketing and promotion for future Nintendo games on WiiU. Nintendo has to realize the significant difference.
This also greatly helps WiiU hardware sales as it creates awesome buzz for the console and demonstrates strong software that is available.
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