Bold Prediction: SSB.U Won't do much for Wii U.

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Bman54 said:
I don't think the 3DS version will be the definitive Smash Bros. Graphics have nothing to do with it, it's the controls. Console Smash simply has better controls than the handheld version. The circle pad isn't ideal. Plus, multiplayer, which is obviously a big reason to get Smash Bros. The only way to play MP with friends is if everyone has a 3DS, and can be annoying to setup even if everyone does. It's also not the most fun way to play with your friends in one room. None of that's an issue for the console version, and will still make it a worthwhile purchase. As for if it will still sky rocket Wii U sales, I don't know, but I don't think the 3DS version will impact the Wii U version's sales all that much. I've even seen a lot of people skipping the 3DS version because they know the Wii U version is going to be the superior version and they'd rather just get that.

The problem with the 3DS version is that it doesn't make a lot of sense. 3DS doesn't need it. And its only harming the Wii U.

Controls barely matter to the casuals. Characters have a bigger influence and clearly with the new roster, that was Nintendo's focus. 

As for multiplayer, its even worse for various reasons.